Spend a private day on Mangata Island in the Rosario archipelago: paddle between coral outcrops, snorkel clear waters, then enjoy an a la carte lunch and beachside comfort. Ideal for small groups seeking an active yet relaxed island escape from Cartagena.
Spend a private day on Mangata Island in the Rosario archipelago: paddle between coral outcrops, snorkel clear waters, then enjoy an a la carte lunch and beachside comfort. Ideal for small groups seeking an active yet relaxed island escape from Cartagena.
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Operated by COSTEÑA TRAVEL · Cartagena, Bolívar
The morning skims Cartagena’s harbor as a speedboat cuts a clean line toward Mangata Island, water flashing like a dare. By the time shore comes into view, palms lean out over a pale sand spit and the sea loosens from turquoise to the deep blue of the open Caribbean. On Mangata, kayaks and paddleboards sit ready; the island’s beach restaurant hums with the low beat of a DJ and the smell of grilled fish.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most active adults and families; basic swimming and light paddling fitness recommended
Most tours meet at the private Todomar marina in Cartagena; confirm the exact drop‑off time and arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
No—basic instruction is provided for kayaks and snorkel gear; swimmers or those comfortable in shallow water will be most comfortable.
Lunch (eight menu options) and a welcome drink are included; additional beverages or activities not listed are extra.
Full refunds are available if canceled at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather with refund options.
The Rosario Islands sit on reefs and shoals that guided Indigenous trade routes and later became important waypoints for colonial shipping and local fishing communities.
Coral reef health is fragile here—operators encourage reef‑safe sunscreen, no‑touch snorkeling, and responsible waste disposal to minimize impacts.
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