Bayside Day Pass: Luxury Escape in Rosario Islands

Choose a quiet Rosario Islands day pass built around limited capacity, à la carte dining, and a more intimate island atmosphere. Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina, is designed for travelers who prefer calm surroundings, thoughtful service, and a refined alternative to louder beach clubs.

A Refined Island Day with Limited Capacity and Calm Beach Club Service

Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina, is one of the most intimate island retreats in the Rosario Islands National Natural Park. With a limited guest capacity and a calm natural setting, this experience is a strong fit for travelers who want a slower, more refined day near Cartagena without the high-energy atmosphere of larger beach clubs.

The setting blends native vegetation, coral surroundings, sea views, and a restaurant-focused island experience. Depending on the selected plan, guests can enjoy round-trip shared boat transportation, towel service, freshwater showers, kayak or snorkeling equipment when available, purified water, à la carte lunch, cocktails, and a relaxation massage.

What's included?

Island Day Trip: Quiet Island Access and À La Carte Lunch

• Round-trip shared speedboat transportation from Cartagena to Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina.
• Tropical welcome drink upon arrival at the island.
• Beach towel service during the day pass.
• Access to freshwater showers and island facilities included in the selected plan.
• Use of recreational equipment such as kayaks and snorkeling masks, subject to availability and sea conditions.
• Purified water station available throughout the experience.
• À la carte lunch with a choice of options such as grilled or fried sea bass fillet, shrimp rice, seafood rice, pasta di mare, chicken with mushrooms, grilled chicken, or baby beef, according to the restaurant’s daily operation.
• Vegetarian, vegan, and children’s menu options available at the restaurant, subject to request and same-day operation.

Bayside Experience: Lunch, Cocktails and Relaxation Massage

• Round-trip shared speedboat transportation from Cartagena to Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina.
• Tropical welcome drink upon arrival at the island.
• Beach towel service during the day pass.
• Access to freshwater showers and island facilities included in the selected plan.
• Use of recreational equipment such as kayaks and snorkeling masks, subject to availability and sea conditions.
• Purified water station available throughout the experience.
• 30-minute relaxation massage, subject to scheduling and island operation.
• Two cocktails of your choice from selected options such as Mojito, Cuba Libre, Daiquiri, Piña Colada, or Margarita.
• À la carte lunch with a choice of options such as grilled or fried sea bass fillet, shrimp rice, seafood rice, pasta di mare, chicken with mushrooms, grilled chicken, or baby beef, according to the restaurant’s daily operation.
• Vegetarian, vegan, and children’s menu options available at the restaurant, subject to request and same-day operation.

Not included:

• Mandatory dock tax, National Natural Park fee, and navigation insurance, payable in cash at the pier before boarding.
• Hotel pickup or drop-off in Cartagena.
• Services, premium dishes, beverages, cocktails, or extra consumption not explicitly listed in the selected plan.
• Furniture upgrades, premium seating, or improvements beyond the initially booked experience.
• Tips, personal expenses, or services purchased directly on the island.

Schedule

1. 07:40 AM – Check-in at the pier: Arrive at Muelle de la Bodeguita in Cartagena for reservation validation, boarding check-in, and cash payment of the mandatory pier-related fees. Complete meeting instructions are sent after booking confirmation.
2. 08:20 AM – Boat departure: Board the shared speedboat for the ride from Cartagena to Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina, subject to same-day maritime and port conditions.
3. 09:10 AM – Approximate island arrival: Arrive at the island, receive the welcome drink, and check in with the local team.
4. 10:00 AM – Quiet island time: Enjoy the calm island setting, freshwater showers, towel service, recreational equipment when available, or massage service if included in the selected plan.
5. 12:00 PM – 01:30 PM – À la carte lunch: Lunch is served according to the selected plan, restaurant menu, and same-day island operation.
6. 03:00 PM – Standard island departure: Board the return boat from Bayside to Cartagena according to the authorized maritime schedule.
7. 04:00 PM – Approximate arrival in Cartagena: Disembark at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Cartagena’s main tourist pier.

Maritime schedules for Rosario Islands day trips are authorized and regulated by DIMAR, the Colombian Maritime Authority. The standard island departure is usually around 3:00 PM, with approximate arrival in Cartagena around 4:00 PM. Timing may change without prior notice due to wind, waves, port operations, maritime traffic, or safety instructions issued on the day of travel.

Important Information

1. Limited-capacity experience: Bayside, formerly known as Isla Coralina, is designed as a quiet, low-capacity Rosario Islands experience. It is better suited for travelers who value calm surroundings, privacy, gastronomy, and a slower pace over loud music or a party-style beach club.
2. Minimum age policy: Guests must be 14 years or older. Children under 14 are not permitted on this experience.
3. Pets: Pets are not permitted on the island.
4. Mandatory pier and park fees: The dock tax, National Natural Park fee, and navigation insurance are not included in the booking rate and must be paid in cash before boarding at Muelle de la Bodeguita. Current fee details can be reviewed on the Cartagena port fee and National Park fee page.
5. Plan differences: Island Day Trip and Bayside Experience include different beverage, massage, and service levels. Review the inclusions of each plan before checkout to choose the version that fits your trip.
6. Health and boarding restrictions: This shared speedboat trip crosses open sea and is not recommended for pregnant travelers, seniors over 70, guests with reduced mobility, serious back or neck conditions, severe motion sickness, or anyone unable to safely board a boat from the pier or shoreline.
7. Recreational equipment: Kayaks and snorkeling masks are subject to availability, staff authorization, weather, sea visibility, and same-day operation.
8. Weather and maritime safety: From November to February, tide and wind conditions may require an earlier island departure. Boat routes, boarding points, travel times, and return schedules are governed by DIMAR regulations and may change without prior notice if the captain, port authorities, or maritime conditions require adjustments for safety.
9. Natural island conditions: The Rosario Islands are a natural marine environment, so water clarity, currents, snorkeling visibility, beach conditions, and the presence of seaweed or marine life can vary from day to day. Photos and videos may not reflect the exact conditions on your travel date.
10. Cancellation policy: This experience has a flexible 72-hour cancellation policy, unless a different condition is shown during checkout or applies to a special rate.

Faq's

Is Bayside the same as Isla Coralina?

Yes. Bayside was formerly known as Isla Coralina. The experience is still positioned as one of the quieter, more intimate Rosario Islands day pass options near Cartagena.

Is Bayside Isla Coralina a quiet island experience?

Yes. Bayside is designed for travelers looking for a calm, limited-capacity island day with gastronomy, sea views, native vegetation, and a more peaceful atmosphere than larger beach clubs.

What is included in the Island Day Trip plan?

The Island Day Trip includes round-trip shared speedboat transportation, welcome drink, towel service, freshwater showers, purified water, recreational equipment when available, and à la carte lunch.

What is included in the Bayside Experience?

The Bayside Experience includes the Island Day Trip benefits plus a 30-minute relaxation massage and two selected cocktails, subject to scheduling, availability, and island operation.

What does the à la carte lunch include?

The à la carte lunch usually includes a choice of dishes such as sea bass, shrimp rice, seafood rice, pasta di mare, chicken with mushrooms, grilled chicken, or baby beef. Vegetarian, vegan, and children’s options may be available.

Is Bayside Isla Coralina suitable for children?

No. Guests must be 14 years or older to join this experience. Children under 14 are not permitted.

Do guests need to bring towels?

No. Towel service is included in both day pass tiers, so guests do not need to bring their own beach towel unless they prefer to.

What time does the boat return from Bayside to Cartagena?

The return boat usually departs the island around 3:00 PM, with approximate arrival at Muelle de la Bodeguita in Cartagena around 4:00 PM. This schedule is regulated by DIMAR and may change for safety reasons.

What happens if there are strong winds or rough sea conditions?

Passenger safety comes first. DIMAR, port authorities, or the captain may adjust departure times, delay boarding, modify the route, or require an earlier return to Cartagena depending on wind and wave conditions.