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Private Rosario Islands Boat Tour: La Piscinita & Barú

A flexible, self-paced private boat day to the Rosario Islands, with no fixed restaurant partnerships.

Private tour — just your group 8 hours Up to 25 guests Free itinerary changes Local expert guide
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Overview

Discover the Rosario Islands at your own pace on an all-day private boat charter, with a stop for snorkeling at La Piscinita and free choice of where to eat rather than a fixed resort partnership.

Unlike a fixed-itinerary island day trip, this private charter (for groups up to 17) is built to be flexible, with no built-in restaurant or resort partnership, so you can choose where to eat from the island's own varied food scene. Real stops include snorkeling at La Piscinita and viewing the well-known site of what is described locally as Pablo Escobar's former island mansion.

Highlights

  • La Piscinita A shallow, protected snorkeling spot within the Rosario Islands archipelago.
  • Pablo Escobar's Former Mansion A pass-by of the abandoned island property long associated with the Colombian drug lord.
  • Flexible Beach Time No fixed resort lunch partnership, so you choose your own island dining stop.
  • Private Charter for Up to 17 A larger private boat, well suited to bigger groups or families.

What Stops Does This Tour Make?

A popular starting point — every Voyzo itinerary is fully customizable, so we'll shape the order and stops around your group.

P

Pickup

Departs by private boat from Cartagena, with details confirmed at booking.

1

La Piscinita

A shallow, protected snorkeling spot within the Rosario Islands archipelago.

2

Pablo Escobar's Former Mansion

A pass-by of the abandoned island property long associated with the Colombian drug lord.

3

Flexible Beach Time

No fixed resort lunch partnership, so you choose your own island dining stop.

4

Private Charter for Up to 17

A larger private boat, well suited to bigger groups or families.

D

Drop-off

Back to your hotel, home, or the airport — whenever your day wraps up.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
A fully customizable itinerary built around you
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your pickup address is required to finalize the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Confirm equipment inclusions when booking; La Piscinita is a shallow, easy snorkeling spot suitable for most swimmers.
It's a pass-by view of a real, long-abandoned island property in the Rosario Islands popularly associated with Pablo Escobar, not an included interior visit.
This private charter accommodates up to 17 guests, making it a good option for larger families or groups traveling together.
Yes, this private charter accommodates groups of up to 17 people, so a single boat can serve a larger family or friend group for the whole day.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

About This Tour

Discover the Rosario Islands at your own pace on an all-day private boat charter, with a stop for snorkeling at La Piscinita and free choice of where to eat rather than a fixed resort partnership. Unlike a fixed-itinerary island day trip, this private charter (for groups up to 17) is built to be flexible, with no built-in restaurant or resort partnership, so you can choose where to eat from the island's own varied food scene. Real stops include snorkeling at La Piscinita and viewing the well-known site of what is described locally as Pablo Escobar's former island mansion.

The archipelago is protected as part of the Corales del Rosario y San Bernardo National Natural Park, established in 1977. Its mangroves, lagoons and coral formations hold more than a thousand species, which is why snorkelling here is worthwhile even in shallow water.

A charter that carries up to 17 people changes the trip's character: it suits family reunions and larger friend groups, and with no fixed lunch partnership you can pick where to eat on the islands rather than follow a set menu.

The 'Pablo Escobar mansion' stop is local lore tied to the island's ruined buildings. We could not verify the property's ownership from independent sources, so treat it as a story your guide tells rather than a documented fact.

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