Playa Blanca Day Trip
Description
The finest beaches of Cartagena are situated on Baru Island: experience a day in Caribbean splendor with a trip to Playa Blanca!
Excursion to Playa Blanca
At the scheduled time, transportation will be arranged from your hotel or preferred meeting point in Cartagena de Indias towards Baru Island, home to Playa Blanca.
During the journey, engage in a panoramic exploration along the coastline of Cartagena de Indias, taking in the picturesque views of the bay and passing through various coastal neighborhoods.
Upon crossing a bridge inaugurated in 2014, we will arrive at Baru Island. This peninsula is characterized by a wide canal constructed in the 16th century, which has led locals to regard it as an island.
We will journey across Baru until we finally reach Playa Blanca, recognized as one of the island's most stunning destinations. Here, you will enjoy four hours of leisure on the beach, where you can relax on the soft white sand, swim in the turquoise Caribbean Sea, or enjoy pleasant walks along the shore — an idyllic day awaits!
During midday, a traditional lunch featuring coconut rice, patacones, salad, and fried fish or chicken will be served at a local eatery. Following your meal, you’ll have an additional hour to either unwind by the sea or explore Playa Blanca at your own pace.
In the end, our 7 to 8-hour excursion will conclude with our return to the initial meeting point in Cartagena.
Options for the Day Trip
When booking, you can select between a standard day trip or a VIP day trip. Below are the specifics of each option:
Standard Day Trip
This option encompasses the following features:
- Round-trip transportation
- An English-speaking guide
- A classic Cartagena lunch
- Entry to the attractions
- Shared tour experience
VIP Day Trip
This package includes all offerings from the standard package, in addition to:
- Beach chairs and umbrellas
- Dedicated assistance throughout the trip
- A complimentary fruit platter upon arrival
Pickup Information
Pickup times are based on the location of your hotel in Cartagena and are as follows:
Monday to Friday
- Corales or Wyndham: 7:15 am
- North zone: 7:20 am
- Marbella or Cabrero: 7:30 am
- Bóvedas: 7:30 am
- Plaza Santa Teresa: 7:35 am
- Bocagrande: 7:40 am
- Los Pegasos Monument: 8:00 am
Saturday
- Corales or Wyndham: 6:15 am
- North zone: 6:20 am
- Marbella or Cabrero: 6:30 am
- Bóvedas: 6:30 am
- Plaza Santa Teresa: 6:35 am
- Bocagrande: 6:40 am
- Los Pegasos Monument: 7:00 am
Please be advised that the pickup service is available in the Boquilla hotel zone, encompassing establishments such as Hotel Sonesta, Morros, Holiday Inn, and Radisson.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- English–speaking guide
- Typical lunch
- Bottle of water
- Welcome fruit platter (depending on the selected option)
- Personalized assistance (depending on the selected option)
- Rental of lounge chairs and umbrellas (depending on the selected option)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The guide will pick you up from your hotel. Depending on the area of Cartagena where your hotel is located, the approximate pickup time will be as follows:
Monday to Friday
- Corales or Wyndham: 7:15 am
- North zone: 7:20 am
- Marbella or Cabrero: 7:30 am
- Bóvedas: 7:30 am
- Plaza Santa Teresa: 7:35 am
- Bocagrande: 7:40 am
- Los Pegasos Monument: 8 am
Saturday
- Corales or Wyndham: 6:15 am
- North zone: 6:20 am
- Marbella or Cabrero: 6:30 am
- Bóvedas: 6:30 am
- Plaza Santa Teresa: 6:35 am
- Bocagrande: 6:40 am
- Los Pegasos Monument: 7 am
Please be ready at your hotel reception a few minutes before the indicated time.
Please note that the pickup limit extends to the Boquilla hotel zone (including Hotel Sonesta, Morros, Holiday Inn, and Radisson).
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