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Scuba & islands
Under the Caribbean, a boat ride away.
The Corales del Rosario y San Bernardo National Park protects one of the most important reef systems on Colombia's Caribbean coast. Boats leave from Cartagena for dive days, discovery dives and PADI courses.
What you will see
Coral gardens, wrecks and clear water.
- Hard and soft corals, sea fans, barrel sponges and reef fish at beginner-friendly depths.
- Around 25 dive sites near Cartagena and the Rosario Islands, including reefs and wrecks.
- Warm water year-round; visibility is usually best in the dry season.
Choose your day
Three ways into the blue.
Discovery dive
Never dived? A short briefing, shallow practice and a guided reef dive with an instructor.
Two-tank day
For certified divers: two dives in the national park with a surface interval on an island.
Snorkel & beach
Not diving? Snorkel the shallows and swim off Playa Blanca or an island beach.
Good to know
Plan the boat day well.
Leave early, when the sea is calmer. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, water and a dry bag. Do not touch the coral, and choose operators that respect the national park rules.
Stay at Baia Kristal
Your Cartagena, from the water up. Pick your dates.
Message us on Airbnb with your plans and we will help you shape the days around them.