The 15 Best Full-Day Tours in Colombia

1.Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,729 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $88Our pick

Spend about eight hours boating from Cartagena to Bocachica, Isla Grande, Cholón, Playa Blanca, and Tierra Bomba. You’ll see a colonial fort, snorkel on the VIP option, eat lunch by the beach, and finish at Anaho Beach Club. Guides such as Franklin, Angel, Milton, and Cesar may lead the day.

“My sister originally sent me this for us to book for our trip. We thought it was a party boat but it wasn’t. We made it fun but the experience was boring and didn’t follow what was stated in the description. Like the guides just do whatever they want and go whenever they feel like it. Some stop we stayed longer, the boring ones. And some stop we left quickly. Overall me and my family and another girl made it fun. We got our own bottle and had a good time lol. Everyone around us had a good time too. But yeah not nothing I would recommend or book again.…”

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2.Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 606 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116

Meet at Cartagena’s La Bodeguita Pier at 7:30am, then ride a speedboat about 45 minutes to Bora Bora Beach Club on Isla Grande. Your day includes round-trip transport, a beach bed, welcome cocktail, lunch, and time for swimming, kayaking, or paddleboarding. Bring cash for the $9 pier tax, towels, and drinks.

“My husband and I did this excursion on last day in Cartagena but was hesitant based on some of the reviews but we are so happy we took our chances. It was very relaxing experience and extremely organized. I am not sure why some of the reviews said the guide only spoke Spanish because that was not our experience because everything was said in both Spanish and English.”

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3.Baru and Playa Blanca Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 371 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about seven hours at Playa Blanca on Barú, with round-trip minivan transport from Cartagena, a sun chair, lunch, and help from a local guide such as José or Milton. The water is clear and beautiful, but this is a public beach with persistent vendors, rustic facilities, traffic, and a busy shore by midday.

“There were too many boats in the area. Too many vendors. Too many flies on your food. Not a peaceful stay. Lunch was okay. The tour guides were nice.”

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4.Full Day Tour of Five Premium Islands in Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend a full day on the water from Cartagena, visiting the Rosario Islands, Isla Grande, Cholón, Agua Azul, and Playa Tranquila Barú. You’ll see coral and a sunken plane, eat a choice of chicken, fish, or vegetarian lunch, and may stay after sunset for glowing plankton. Guides such as Alex, Jafet, William, and Luis Alejandro have earned special praise.

“Jafet was the highlight of this entire excusion. Hopping from island to island. Food at least three. Just be careful not to get gouged at cholon which was the most fun”

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5.Full Day 5 Best Rosario Islands Spots Make Friends & do Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 240 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend about nine hours on a fast boat from Cartagena, visiting Bocachica, Rosario Islands, Isla Grande, Cholón, Barú, and possibly Tierra Bomba. Snorkeling gear, bilingual coordination, commentary, water, one drink, and lunch credit are included. Guides have included Franklin, Niche, Melanie, José, and John Wayne.

“The boat was too small The food was not great.didnot Worth the money. same ticket for $98us at ARRIV”

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6.Full Day Guided City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 204 reviews · 7h 30m · from $57

Spend 450 minutes exploring Medellín with bilingual guides such as Cesar, Oscar, Suly, or Cristian. Visit Inflexión Memorial Park, Pueblito Paisa, downtown, Parques del Río, and Comuna 13. Your day includes transport, a Paisa lunch, Metro and Metrocable rides, local ice cream, and a live breakdance show.

“Cesar was absolutely amazing! If I could give him more than 5 stars I would— he really made us feel welcomed, just like family. He joked with us, hung out as if we’ve known each other for years and he provided great history along the way and at each stop and the hospitality was beyond. 💯 do not hesitate to book!”

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7.Full Day Barú island: Mangrove +Snorkel + Sunset + Plankton

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 139 reviews · 11 hours · from $69

Spend 11 hours traveling from Cartagena to Freedom Beach Club in Barú for a cocktail, beach time, mangrove visit with raccoons, snorkeling, island lunch, sunset, and a nighttime swim with bioluminescent plankton. Spanish-speaking guides include Angie and Dequer on some departures. Bring a towel and water shoes.

“snorkel di 10 minuti senza boccaglio in una zona dove c'erano davvero pochi pesci, situazione molto confusa, barca per trasferimento al beach club scomoda. chiedono il 15% per pagamenti con carta, cibo non male ma nemmeno ottimo. un po' diverso dalla descrizione del tour. non consigliato”

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8.Minca Coffee, Cocoa, & Waterfall Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 102 reviews · from $78

Spend nine hours in the Minca Jungle with a bilingual guide, hiking to a coffee farm, swimming in river pools, eating lunch at a bamboo restaurant, and making your own chocolate bar. Guides such as Tony, Gustavo, and Sadam are praised for clear English and strong knowledge of nature, coffee, and cocoa.

“Thanks very much and I can only highly recommend this tour. Our guide a biology professor explained us a lot about the nature, the history and showed us very impressing places. The dinner later was tasty. The only thing I must warn against are the moskitos, so wear long cloths and use some protection.”

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9.Adventure full day Isla Barú + Mangroves + Snorkel + bioluminescent plankton

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 95 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend a long day from Cartagena at Barú, combining a public beach club, mangrove boat ride, basic fish viewing, and nighttime bioluminescent plankton. The $65 tour includes transport, a 30,000-peso lunch voucher, bilingual guidance, insurance, and shared facilities. Expect a shared ride, crowded beach conditions, and a late return.

“Watch the negative reviews, I didn’t believe them and then I ended up living it. Our bus was 30 mins late, every seat was packed. The beach was ok, it really isn’t anything special. The sellers are incredibly forceful and want you to buy something all the time. Snorkeling does not include a snorkel, it’s just goggles, and it’s about 15 minutes. Also you use a fishing boat without a ladder to get over. If you have any physical concerns don’t do this. We also signed up for the plankton but left early cause we couldn’t take it anymore. Don’t do this tour, it’s not worth it.”

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10.Full Day Tour from Cartagena through Barranquilla and Santa Marta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · 13 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Leave Cartagena at 4:00 am for a packed coastal day through Barranquilla and Santa Marta. Expect monument photo stops, a walking tour, breakfast, lunch, and time at El Rodadero Beach. Guides such as Charlie, Estiven, and Mario have led some departures, but confirm the language and schedule before booking.

“No se visitó la aleta de tiburón que se muestra en la imagen del tour. En Santa Marta la guía se perdió y nos hizo caminar bajo la lluvia varias cuadras. No tuvieron la amabilidad de pedir disculpas ni proponer alguna compensación por lo sucedido. Tour no recomendable.”

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11.Magical Full-Day Tour Through The Mangroves And The Beach In Isla de Barú

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 90 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend 7 to 9 hours traveling from Cartagena to Barú for beach time, a 30,000-peso lunch voucher, a mangrove boat trip, and snorkeling. The bilingual format can vary, so confirm your guide and pickup details. Guides Gabriel and Jose have been praised for friendly service.

“They will not pick you up at any hotel as advertised. You will need to meet them at the Pegasus. We were instructed to be there at 7:45, however, they didn’t arrive until after 8 and we did not leave until 8:20. The Mambo Club is somewhat rundown. The only items that are included under 30,000 are the typical fish, chicken, and fried rice. Any specialty items are way overpriced - anywhere between 50 to 90,000 pesos. The ballaniese beach beds are also 120 pesos. There was little communication throughout the day from the guides, and many people did not know when things were happening, which makes it hard to truly…”

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12.Best Full Day Private Medellin City Tour and Botero´s Plaza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $118Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide exploring Medellín by vehicle, cable car, and escalators. You’ll see Botero Plaza, Parque Arví, Comuna 13, the Botanical Garden, and Biblioteca España, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Guides praised by name include Fabio, David, Carlos, Albert, and Julian, though guide availability is not guaranteed.

“We had the best guide, Carlos! He was extremely knowledgable and hosted us for a great day of visiting Medellin. We appreciated that he made multiple adjustments during the day to accommodate the interests of our group. And we appreciated his perspective regarding the past, current and future of the city. Perhaps most endearing was the way he encouraged various you g people we met during the day to learn English and to join him in being a tour guide!”

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13.Cartagena’s Legendary Boat Party : Full Day in Cholón

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Spend about five and a half hours boating from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands and Cholón, a floating party zone known for music, swimming, lunch, and socializing. Guides such as Adriano, Orlando, Carmelo, Melanis, and Jaseff have led departures, though the crew varies. Expect public-island vendors, extra costs, and open-water partying rather than a quiet beach day.

“The vibe was great, but here is why I gave a 3 🌟 star. The food came out cold. In the description what was included was soda/pop, beer. I was told by the tour guide that I would have to purchase my own drink (soda) because it wasn't included and only beer came with the package. Which I don't drink. However the beer wasn't offered to my friends. So once back on the boat returning the driver was going real fast. I ask the tour guide to have him to slow down because we were literally bouncing up out of our seats in the back. He laughed and said no…”

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14.Full day At Beach Club in Playa Blanca Baru cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $40

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Cartagena to Playa Blanca on Barú, then walk about five minutes to Beach Club Mambo. You get a welcome drink, a COP 30,000 lunch voucher, beach facilities, insurance, and bilingual assistance. Expect clear water, a public beach, vendors, coral rocks, and possible traffic delays.

“I thought it will be a bigger beach club but it was ok for it's size. There's bathrooms, which by the way were clean, most waiters speak Spanish but there was one who spoke English and he was very helpful. When we arrived, they greeted us with welcome drink and lunch included (upto 30,000 COP) if you want something else, you may order and pay before you leave the club. It's better to bring cash, easy process and I rented a cabana (120,000 COP) for the whole day, right by the water, for the view, swim and lay down. Don't bring your personal items, unless you want to pay for…”

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15.Full-Day Coffee and Cocoa Tour from Santa Marta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 61 reviews · from $89

Travel from Santa Marta to Minca with a guide such as Sadan, walk past mountain streams and waterfalls, swim in natural pools, then visit coffee and cocoa farms. You will taste local coffee, learn how cocoa becomes chocolate, enjoy lunch in a bamboo house, and return by hotel transfer.

“It was a great trip! We hiked thru jungles, took a break and swam near the beautiful waterfall, then we went to the coffee farm, saw how the coffee was made tasted a delicious coffee and coffee liquor, we also saw toucans there, it was beautiful! Then we hiked a bit more thru the jungles to a restaurant where we had the delicious meal with live music. After we learned about chocolate and made our own chocolates! The whole trip was really fun and good value for money! Definitely recommend to take this tour, you’ll not regret it!”

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