Isla del Sol Day Pass: The Ideal Family beach day in the Rosario Islands
Choose Isla del Sol if you want a relaxed Rosario Islands day pass with boat transportation, welcome fruit, beach facilities, seawater pool, traditional island lunch, and the option to upgrade to an adult open bar plan. This is a good fit for couples, families, and travelers looking for a calmer island setting within the Rosario Islands National Park.
A Relaxed Island Day in the Rosario Islands National Park
Discover a peaceful Caribbean escape at Isla del Sol, located within the protected Rosario Islands National Park. Surrounded by tropical scenery, calm sea views, and island atmosphere, this day pass offers a comfortable way to enjoy the Rosario Islands without planning boat logistics on your own.
The experience is designed for travelers who want a balanced island day: beach time, a seawater pool, sun loungers, traditional lunch, and enough structure to feel organized without losing the relaxed rhythm of the islands.
Guests can choose between the classic Standard Day Pass or the Premium Open Bar Pass, which adds a limited-time adult open bar and a small local snack during the morning.
Choose Your Island Experience
Both plans include access to the island facilities, private beach area, seawater pool, and sun loungers, subject to daily operation and availability.
What's included?
Standard Day Pass
The classic Rosario Islands beach day with the essentials included.
Welcome: Fresh tropical fruit upon arrival.
Lunch: Traditional island lunch with fish or chicken, coconut rice, fried plantains, and salad.
Facilities: Access to the private beach area, seawater pool, and sun loungers.
Optional activity: Possibility to visit the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium, subject to minimum participants, availability, and additional payment.
Premium Open Bar Pass
Upgrade your island day with a limited-time open bar for adults.
4-Hour Open Bar: From approximately 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, featuring selected cocktails and beer according to the island’s operation.
Snack: Includes a mini fried local snack during the morning.
Plus All Standard Inclusions: Welcome fruit, traditional lunch, beach facilities, seawater pool, and sun loungers.
Not included:
- Port Tax: Click here to see this year’s port fee value.
- Food, drinks, cocktails, beer, or snacks not specifically included in your selected plan.
- Snorkeling, diving, or water activities.
- Wi-Fi service.
- Entry to the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium.
- Towels, tips, souvenirs, or personal expenses.
Schedule
- Dock arrival: 8:00 AM.
- Authorized departure: Departure is usually between 8:15 AM and 8:30 AM, subject to Port Captaincy authorization and daily maritime operation.
- Standard island departure: Return from the island is usually around 3:00 PM.
- Estimated return to Cartagena: Arrival at the dock is usually around 4:00 PM, depending on sea conditions, maritime traffic, and port operation.
Departure time, return time, navigation route, island schedule, and arrival back to Cartagena may vary depending on weather, sea conditions, maritime traffic, Port Captaincy authorization, and daily safety decisions.
Important Information
- Port authority timing: The official departure time authorized by the Port Captaincy usually starts from approximately 8:20 AM, subject to daily maritime conditions.
- Return timing: Estimated departure from the island is usually between 3:00 PM and 3:20 PM, with arrival at the Cartagena dock around 4:00 PM. Times may vary for safety or operational reasons.
- Captain’s decision: The captain may adjust the return time based on sea conditions, wind, rain, currents, or instructions from maritime authorities.
- Itinerary changes: Itineraries, timings, navigation route, and activity flow may be modified without prior notice for safety, weather, or operational reasons.
- Oceanarium visit: The optional Oceanarium visit requires a minimum of 6 people to operate and is subject to availability, timing, maritime conditions, and additional payment. Oceanarium entry is not included.
- Child rates: Special child rates may be available for ages 2 to 10. Please contact us to manage the reservation with the correct child rate.
- Adult open bar: The Premium Open Bar Pass is intended for adult guests. Minors are not allowed to consume alcoholic beverages.
- Not allowed: Outside food, drinks, pets, speakers, coolers, or large external items are not allowed on the island.
- Minors: Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
- Natural conditions: Water color, visibility, currents, beach conditions, and marine life may vary daily due to weather and natural sea conditions.
- What to bring: Bring swimwear, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, sandals, and Colombian pesos in cash for port tax, tips, extras, or optional activities.
- Cancellation policy: Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the scheduled activity start time. Late arrivals, no-shows, and missed departures may be non-refundable.
FAQ
What is included in the Standard Day Pass?
The Standard Day Pass includes boat transportation, welcome tropical fruit, access to island facilities, private beach area, seawater pool, sun loungers subject to availability, and a traditional island lunch with fish or chicken.
What does the Premium Open Bar Pass include?
The Premium Open Bar Pass includes all Standard Day Pass inclusions plus a limited-time adult open bar, usually from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and a mini fried local snack during the morning.
Is the Oceanarium included?
No. Entry to the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium is not included. The visit is optional, requires a minimum of 6 people to operate, and depends on availability, timing, and maritime conditions.
Is the port tax included?
No. The port tax is not included and must be paid separately at the dock. You can check the current value through the port fee link on this page.
Are child rates available?
Yes. Special child rates may be available for children ages 2 to 10. Please contact us so we can manage the reservation with the correct child rate.
What time does the tour depart?
Guests should arrive at the dock around 8:00 AM. Departure is usually between 8:15 AM and 8:30 AM, subject to Port Captaincy authorization and daily maritime conditions.
What time do we return to Cartagena?
The island departure is usually around 3:00 PM to 3:20 PM, with arrival at the Cartagena dock around 4:00 PM, depending on sea conditions, maritime traffic, and port operation.
Can I bring food or drinks?
No. Outside food, drinks, coolers, speakers, pets, and large external items are not allowed on the island.
Is this experience family-friendly?
Yes. Isla del Sol can be a good option for families, but minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Alcoholic beverages are only for adults with the Premium Open Bar Pass.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes. Itineraries, navigation timing, return time, and activity flow may change without prior notice due to weather, sea conditions, Port Captaincy instructions, or safety decisions made by the captain.