What the Day Looks Like

Your boat awaits from 9:00 am at the marina. By 10:00 am, you’re gliding toward Isla Grande, the sea opening ahead as the noise of the city fades behind.

We start the day at Caño Ratón—a calm reef ideal for snorkeling—or slip through the mangrove channels that only small boats and local guides know. These first stops are quiet, scenic, and perfect for taking in the Rosario Islands without the crowd.

When it’s time for lunch, we guide you to a refined beach club—options include Sabai, Aura, or our boutique villa Casa Rosario. Each offers fresh Caribbean cuisine, comfortable spaces, and an atmosphere that invites you to stay longer than planned.

The afternoon can be shaped around you: another swim, a walk along a deserted stretch of beach, or simply relaxing on deck with a view that doesn’t ask for filters.

Around 4:00 pm, we start our slow return. The sea is usually calmer now, and as we pass Tierra Bomba, the skyline greets you gently—another reminder that peace doesn’t need to be far.

Destinations you will know in this experience

Snorkel at Your Rhythm: Calm Reefs for Slow Island Days

Quiet waters, hidden reefs, and a glimpse into marine life without the rush. For a relaxed island-hopping day, few things match the leisure of unhurried snorkeling. We take you to serene spots where the water's pure and the reef feels personal—no pressure, no pace, just easy exploration. WHY IT'S IDEAL Learn at your speed: Few people around means space to float, breathe, and observe without feeling watched. Gentle marine habitats: Shallow coral outcrops near mangrove channels—perfect for beginners or those wanting slow immersion in nature. Natural calm: These reefs are less traveled, quieter, and calmer—designed for conversation and connection, not crowds. ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS Late morning dive (~10 AM)—sun is up, sea is gentle First snorkel stop at a reef near Caño Ratón—transparent water, minimal boat traffic Slow drift toward a secluded channel—optional second snorkel or shaded break Transition to lunch—onboard or at your chosen beach club Afternoon sail back (~4 PM) with a final dip if the mood calls TIPS & EXTRAS We include standar-quality masks and fins—or bring your fit Interested in marine biology? Ask for a guide with reef knowledge Onboard freshwater rinse makes coming back aboard easy Best for families, slow travelers, and anyone who wants to feel like they’ve found a hidden corner of the Caribbean Perfect for couples, small groups, or families that prefer to dive gently into the sea at their pace rather than in tour groups. These private reefs offer a kind of snorkeling that feels thoughtful, peaceful—and entirely yours....

Bartender On Board: Tailored Cocktail Service at Sea

Classic to signature drinks—two or three cocktails crafted just for your group. Imagine sailing at your pace, with sun, sea breeze, and a drink that was made just for you. Our Bartender On Board experience brings professional mixology to your yacht—no lines, no waiting, just smooth service and sun-kissed flavors. It’s the relaxed edge that makes the day feel effortlessly elevated. Highlights & Benefits Custom cocktail options: Based on your group size and taste, choose two or three drink options—from signature mixes to classic favorites (mojitos, margaritas, or something uniquely created). Skilled service onboard: Our bartender measures, pours, and crafts your drinks on deck—then tidies up, so you never have to worry about cleanup. Perfectly paced: Drinks matched to your itinerary—from early sail aperitifs to late‑day sunset spritzers or nightcaps. Fully stocked: All glassware, ice, and premium ingredients included. You choose spirits and mixers; we handle the rest. Why It’s a Good Idea No bar visits needed: Enjoy fresh, quality drinks without ever leaving your private yacht. Especially perfect for anchoring days or sunset cruises. Beautiful pacing: A handcrafted cocktail is not just a drink—it marks a moment in the experience: midday seafood, post‑swim refreshment, or finish‑of‑day chill. Flexible and fun: Want rum punch for the afternoon? Sophisticated gin‑based options at sunset? We adapt to your mood and guests. How It Works Choose your cocktails: After booking, pick up to three drinks from our mixology menu. We’ll recommend based on your preferences (fruity, herbal, strong, light). On‑board service: The bartender arrives fully equipped, sets up on deck, and starts serving when you decide—no lines, no extras. Final clear‑up handled: We take care of washing the glasses, storing leftovers, and leaving your yacht exactly how we found it. Suggested Pairings CocktailPair with…Classic MojitoAfternoon swims or beach loungingPassion Fruit MargaritaPaella or ceviche on boardCaribbean Rum PunchGroup toasts at the golden hour Bartender On Board brings the vibe—not just the drink. Sophisticated, elegant, and designed for groups who want to stay in the moment. 📩 Let us know your team size and taste preferences—we’ll tailor the drink list and make sure your day sails smooth and bright....

Chef On Board: A Bespoke Culinary Journey for Yacht Guests

Fresh, customized menus and ocean views—perfect for private yacht groups. Whether you're celebrating, bonding with friends, or simply seeking something different at sea, the Chef-On-Board experience transforms your yacht trip into a private restaurant on water. This option is designed exclusively for yachts, offering the space and ambiance to enjoy a full culinary moment—not just a meal. Highlights & Benefits Customized menus: We work with you in advance to create a menu that reflects your tastes—seafood lovers, plant-based fans, or regional specialties are all welcome. Onboard interaction: Watch the chef in action, ask questions as they prepare, and experience fresh ingredients made to order in your floating kitchen. Elevated dining vibe: White linens, glassware, and plating turn your yacht’s deck into an intimate dining room—no crowded restaurants needed. Private and seamless: Stick to your schedule, enjoy service that adapts to your group’s pace, and savor your food without interruptions or noise. Why It’s a Good Idea More than convenience: It’s a fully curated moment—not takeout on a table, but a chef-designed experience that complements the sea, weather, and mood. Adds meaning to the journey: This enhances any sailing experience—whether an island stop or sunset cruise—by creating a purposeful pause around food and connection. Perfect for celebrations: Birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, or team gatherings feel richer when shared over a personalized meal at sea. How It Works Yacht requirement: This experience is available only for our private yachts (space and galley required). Menu planning: After booking, our chef discusses your preferences—from dietary restrictions to cultural tastes—and presents sample dishes tailored to your group. Service timing: Most groups schedule this at lunchtime during a calm stop or before/after a sunset cruise—your call. Cleanup included: We manage everything—from prep and service to cleaning—so you can focus on the company and the view. Sample Menu Ideas Ocean-fresh ceviche trio with Caribbean fish, coconut leche, and mango salsa Grilled snapper or seabass with tropical fruit chutney and coconut rice Veggie paella with local peppers and garden-fresh produce Desserts like passion fruit mousse or guava tres leches Chef-On-Board isn’t just a meal—it’s a private culinary journey set within your own yacht adventure. It’s thoughtful, delicious, and always entirely yours. Reach out to customize your menu or pair it with any of our sailing experiences....

Anchor and Amp Up at Isla Grande: A Day for Fun and Energy

Music on, floats out, and good vibes only—make the bay your own. Want more than a quiet swim? Anchor off Isla Grande’s shore and elevate the day with your group’s energy—water games, soundtracks, and optional beachside social stops. Why It Works High-energy vibes: Calm water doesn’t mean low energy—your boat becomes the beat-center for fun activities. Easy shoreline access: Swim ashore for a drink or set up a quick beach party with music. Group-friendly venue: This spot offers space and privacy to rally everyone in your crew. What You’ll Do Depart Cartagena at 9:00 AM, arriving in around 45 minutes. Anchor near Isla Grande and start the party—music, floats, swimming laps, or snorkeling off the side. Shore landing optional—bring snacks and refills or we can arrange a catered stop. Return to Cartagena by 4:00 PM, with a sunset tune for the cruise home. Extras Bring speakers, games, floats, sport gear. Add a floating lunch platform—cheese platters, ceviche, or full catering. Hire a skipper who doubles as DJ or party host for smooth flow. Perfect For Anyone who wants a hands-on, upbeat day with the sea as their setting. Birthday crews or friend groups who want their own private island bash. Sports teams or corporate groups with energy to match....

Drop Anchor at Isla Grande: A Quiet Day Away from the Noise

Slow swims, calm seas, and room to breathe—your kind of island time. Isla Grande, the largest of the Rosario Islands, is a haven of calm and crystal-clear water. For a relaxing day anchored off its shore, this private spot delivers peaceful blue waters, shaded swim breaks, and time to unwind—without beach crowds or loud beats. Why It Works Perfect location: Calm sea and sandy bottom make this anchorage ideal for safe swimming straight from the boat. Mangrove charm: Quiet channels and birdlife give the day a soft natural ambiance. Optional shore stop: Step onto a small sandbank for shade, a snack, or just to stretch your legs—without public crowds. What You’ll Do Leave Cartagena by 9:00 AM, reaching Isla Grande in about 45 minutes. Anchor in sandy bottom, take your time swimming, snorkeling, or drifting with the company. Bring your own playlist or none—this day is about doing as you like. Return around 4:00 PM, passing by Tierra Bomba in golden light. Extras Add floating loungers, shade umbrellas, or paddleboards. Ask us about a beach barbecue ashore—casual, fresh, and exactly yours. Fruit platters or ceviche service onboard are available on request. Perfect For Anyone looking to unwind without stepping foot on a crowded beach. Families who want calm, safe waters and shade for kids. Friends in search of relaxed, unstructured together time....

Island Hopping: Relax & Discover – A Hidden Journey through Rosario & Barú

Quiet Beaches, Crystal Waters & Fine Beach Clubs This version of our island hopping is made for travelers who prefer calm over crowds. We sail away from tourist zones and loud music, heading instead to mangrove-lined channels, clear water beaches, and tranquil corners of Barú and Isla Grande. Halfway through, we stop at one beach club of your choice—each with its own vibe, menu, and scenery. Itinerary Highlights Departure from Cartagena Marina (8:30 AM – flexible)We'll sail quietly past mangrove estuaries and reef-lined shores toward Barú. Mangrove ChannelsThrough meandering, shaded channels—an immersive introduction to island ecology and tranquility. Hidden Beaches & Snorkel SpotsCrystal-clear calm waters invite slow swimming and simple relaxation away from crowded public beaches. You can select one of the following stops: Casa Rosario – Isla GrandeA boutique-style seaside villa with refined dining. Quiet and refined, set on a calm bay. Strong on local cuisine, privated beach and Caribbean ambiance, with limited access for a more private experience. Sabai Beach Club – BarúA peaceful oasis framed by mangroves. Elegant without being pretentious. Infinity pool, hammock decks, fresh seafood, and a slow vibe. Aura Beach – BarúBoutique beach club with great food, shaded beds, massage service, and a warm, rustic-modern design. Return to Cartagena (4:00 PM)A slow sail back, with an opportunity for sunset reflections and relaxed conversations. Why You’ll Love It Tranquility above all:No DJs, no vendors—just ocean, mangroves, and your own pace. Hidden beauty:Discover quiet beaches few others see, with water so clear it almost glows. Culinary satisfaction:From Sabai’s mangrove-encircled restaurant to Aura’s beachfront dining and Casa Rosario’s boutique perfection, this is Caribbean cuisine elevated. Personal, refined pace:Designed to unwind—not to rush. You choose whether to kayak, read in the shade, or linger over a multi-course meal. Insider Tips Bring biodegradable sunscreen and water shoes—some beaches have rocky spots. Pack a light jacket for early morning mist over the mangroves. It’s great for groups (6–10 travelers), or couples who want space and privacy. Choose peace over party. This is a day to disconnect and recharge—one island, one beach club, one experience at a time....

Barú’s Untouched Coast – Hidden Beaches for Intimate Escapes

Not everything in Barú is Playa Blanca. Beyond the crowds and kiosks lies a wilder side of the island—virgin stretches of coastline that appear depending on the season, tides, and winds. These hidden beaches are Barú’s best-kept secret: raw, unmarked, and only accessible by boat. From late December to April (dry season), when the winds shift and water clarity peaks, you can spot pockets of white sand tucked between mangroves and coral shallows. The waters here are crystal clear, with visibility between 8 and 12 meters, and average depths ranging from 1.5 to 3 meters—ideal for floating, swimming, and simply staying put. Marine life thrives in these low-impact areas. Nearby coral patches remain in relatively good condition, hosting species like brain coral, fire coral, butterflyfish, damselfish, and even the occasional eagle ray. Endemic species like the Hypoplectrus nigricans (black hamlet) can also be found in the shallows, along with seabirds that nest seasonally on nearby islets. These wild beaches offer no infrastructure—just soft sand, sea breeze, and total privacy. They’re perfect for travelers seeking a low-key escape with their group: drinks in hand, feet in the water, music playing softly, and no one else around. Navita helps you choose the right time of year and exact stretch based on the wind and tide patterns. Whether it’s a romantic afternoon, a private celebration, or a floating picnic stop between adventures, Barú’s wild coast offers a side of Cartagena most people never see. And that’s exactly the point....

Boby’s Place – Snorkel in Silence

Tucked away on the quieter side of the Rosario archipelago, Boby’s Place is a hidden reef zone known only to those who ask. It’s not flashy—it’s serene. What makes it special is the clarity of its waters and the stillness that lets you tune into every underwater detail. With coral gardens lying just 2 to 4 meters below the surface, this area is ideal for snorkeling even for beginners. Expect to see trumpetfish, butterflyfish, sponges, and on lucky days, barracudas cruising the edge of the reef. Water temperatures stay around 28–29°C, and visibility can reach up to 10 meters on a calm day. The area’s low boat traffic helps maintain this clarity. Locals often say this is one of the few places where you can hear the reef—shrimp crackles, parrotfish crunching coral, the quiet hum of the sea. It’s a spot for slow travel, for floating without rush. Flora & fauna: Coral gardens (branching/plate corals), sponges; home to butterflyfish, damselfish, trumpetfish, and juvenile barracudas. Scientific insight: Studies in the Boletín de Investigaciones Marinas y Costeras emphasize its value for reef resilience and biodiversity restoration . Low impact: No beaches, little boat traffic—ideal for mindful, conservation-aligned snorkeling....

Caño Ratón – The True Canal of the Rosario

Caño Ratón is an open marine channel crossing Isla Grande from east to west—a true passageway through the heart of the Rosario Islands. With depths ranging from approximately 2 to 5 meters, it’s wide, navigable, and framed by underwater coral outcrops and mangrove-lined shores—typical of the Park’s mostly marine ecosystem patrimonionatural.org.co. Far from a freshwater estuary, this channel is shaped by Caribbean tides and currents, preserving the area’s marine character. Visibility is usually good, between 5 and 10 meters on calm days—perfect for snorkeling, floating gets, or drift swims. Ecologically, it showcases the Park’s coral reefs and seagrass beds that lie just off its banks—part of the expansive 420 km² coral platform that gives this national park its claim to fame . Expect to see species like queen angelfish, butter hamlets, juvenile snapper, along with rays gliding near the sandy bottom. Culturally, locals use Caño Ratón as a quiet connector between island stops—it’s the classic backdrop for everything from mid-day swims to chilled boat-side lunches with the Mangrove community on shore....

Isla Grande – The Soul of the Rosario Islands

Isla Grande lies about 40–50 minutes by boat from Cartagena, nestled within the Parque Nacional Natural Corales del Rosario y de San Bernardo, which spans 120,000 ha and boasts the widest coral platform in Colombia—~420 km². Its coastal waters average 1.5–3 m deep, warmed to 28–30 °C year‑round tomplanmytrip.com. Beneath the surface, visibility between 5–10 m unveils coral species and reef fish—parrotfish, snapper, sergeant majors—and occasional sightings of sea turtles, rays, and moray eels . Mangrove tunnels along the shoreline host birds like herons and kingfishers. Ocean currents along the Caribbean coast feed the reefs with clear, nutrient-rich water—a factor crucial for coral health, according to sediment and hydrodynamic studies . On land, vestiges of local history include the old Escobar-era villa. The island celebrates community and culture during events like the Festival del Mar, where islanders share culinary traditions and music furnished by local DJs or live bands. Currents & ecology: Northeast trade winds and Caribbean currents promote clarity and nutrient flow—ideal for corals, sponges, and reef fish like parrotfish, snapper, surgeonfish, rays, moray eels, and 3 types of sea turtles (loggerhead, green, hawksbill) . Mangroves & wildlife: Coastal mangrove fringes host red, white, black, and buttonwood mangroves, refuge for herons, kingfishers, pelicans and juvenile fishes Activities: Early kayak tours through mangroves, scuba diving at marked trails (e.g., Punta Brava, Luis Guerra), and sourcing fresh seafood through local fishers....

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Booking Process After selecting your boat and confirming your dates, you’ll receive a payment link to complete your deposit. Once the deposit is confirmed, we’ll send a detailed itinerary and any additional instructions regarding your trip. If you have special requests, feel free to reach out, and our team will be happy to accommodate where possible.

Payment Methods and Reservations To confirm your reservation, a deposit of 70% of the total value is required. The remaining balance must be settled before departure on the day of the reservation. You can make payments using our secure online payment options, including credit/debit cards and bank transfers. Please note that international bank transfers may take 3 to 5 business days to process, while local interbank transfers may take up to 48 hours. For credit card payments, a financial fee of 5.4% will be applied.

Bad Weather and DIMAR Flag Policy In the event of adverse weather conditions (e.g., high winds, rough seas), the Cartagena maritime authority (DIMAR) may issue a flag system (Green, Yellow, Red) that determines whether boats can depart:

Green Flag: Safe to sail.
Yellow Flag: Conditional sailing, subject to captain’s discretion.
Red Flag: No departures allowed.

If a red flag is issued by DIMAR on the day of your reservation, we offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule your booking.

Cancellation and Rescheduling Policies High Season:

30 to 16 days before the reservation: 50% penalty.
15 to 11 days before the reservation: 70% penalty.
Within 10 days: 100% penalty.

Low Season:

Speed Boats (28 to 46 feet):
30 days before the reservation: No penalty (minus financial costs).
15 days before the reservation: 50% penalty.
Within 7 days: 100% penalty.
Motor Yachts (34 to 83 feet):
30 to 15 days before the reservation: 50% penalty.
15 days before the reservation: 70% penalty.
Within 8 days: 100% penalty.

Rescheduling is available up to 15 days before the booking date, subject to availability.

Refund Policy Refunds are available under the following conditions:

If DIMAR restricts all vessel departures due to weather or safety reasons.
If the vessel experiences a mechanical failure preventing the service.
If the itinerary is impacted due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.

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