A full-day speedboat tour from Cartagena that visits two coral islands in the San Bernardo Archipelago—Isla Múcura and Tintipán—offering swimming, snorkeling, and beach time with local food and panoramic coastal views.
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Dawn breaks over Bocagrande as a speedboat cuts a silver path out of Cartagena, the city shrinking behind a rising salt breeze. Within an hour the skyline gives way to low, bleached cays and reefs; islands squat like green punctuation marks on a wide Caribbean page. Isla Múcura and Tintipán sit in the Gulf of Morrosquillo, where shallow, warm water pushes coral gardens toward powder-white beaches and mangrove fingers anchor calmer channels.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
11–12 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to embark/disembark a speedboat, walk on sand, and swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
The San Bernardo islands formed on coral and sandbanks; declared part of a national natural park in the 1990s to protect reef and mangrove ecosystems and local fishing communities.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid standing on coral, and limit single‑use plastics to reduce impact on fragile reefs and nesting turtles.
Reserve your spot on the Tour to Múcura and Tintipán with breakfast, lunch and pick-up today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
Protect yourself and coral—use reef‑safe sunscreen and reapply after swimming.
Prepare for a long day
This is an 11–12 hour outing; pack snacks, extra water, and a lightweight cover-up for the return trip.
Manage seasickness proactively
Take antiemetic medicine an hour before departure and choose a central seat on the boat to reduce motion.
Carry small cash
Kiosks and beach vendors may not accept cards—bring small bills for snacks, chair rental, or tips.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the local coral ecosystems in tropical sun.
Snorkel mask and fins
Improves your chances of seeing reef life and makes snorkeling more comfortable.
Water shoes
Protects feet from sharp coral and hot sand when entering or exiting the water.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, wallet, and extra clothes dry on a speedboat and during beach stops.