{"product_id":"ransparent-kayak-snorkel-tour-san-andres","title":"Transparent Kayak \u0026 Snorkel Tour in San Andrés","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose this transparent kayak and snorkel tour in San Andrés if you want a calm eco-adventure through Old Point Mangrove Park, with local guidance, clear kayak views, snorkeling, marine life observation, traditional island snacks, and natural juice.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a good fit for nature lovers, couples, families, and travelers who want to explore a quieter side of San Andrés beyond the beach.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Old Point Mangrove Park by Transparent Kayak\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the natural beauty of \u003cstrong\u003eOld Point Mangrove Park\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eSan Andrés\u003c\/strong\u003e with an immersive transparent kayak and snorkel experience. This protected mangrove area offers a peaceful way to connect with the island’s marine ecosystem while learning about the importance of mangroves, seagrass beds, and coastal biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a local guide, you will paddle through calm waters and mangrove channels in a two-person transparent kayak. The clear-bottom design allows you to observe the shallow underwater world below, including seagrass meadows, small fish, crabs, and other marine life depending on visibility and daily conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, your guide may point out species such as upside-down jellyfish, starfish, rays, crabs, oysters, and tropical fish. Wildlife sightings depend on tide, weather, water clarity, season, and natural animal behavior, so specific species cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSnorkeling and Local Island Flavors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe experience continues with a snorkeling session in calm, shallow waters, where your guide will choose the best available spot according to the day’s conditions. This part of the tour allows you to observe marine life more closely while staying within a guided and controlled route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter paddling and snorkeling, enjoy a simple taste of San Andrés with traditional local snacks such as fried fish, breadfruit, and natural juice, depending on daily availability. It is a relaxed and educational eco-experience that combines nature, culture, and gentle adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Two-person transparent kayak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Life vest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Snorkeling equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Guided kayak route through Old Point Mangrove Park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Snorkeling session in calm shallow waters, subject to conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Bilingual guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Educational species cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Traditional local snacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-check-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Natural juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNot included:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Natural Reserve entrance fee: approximately US$2 or equivalent in COP, paid locally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Transportation to or from the meeting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Towels, water shoes, waterproof phone pouch, sunscreen, or personal items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-times-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Additional food, drinks, tips, or personal expenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSchedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable days:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday through Saturday, with three daily tour slots. Sundays and public holidays operate with two tour slots, subject to availability and weather conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonday to Saturday:\u003c\/strong\u003e First tour from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, second tour from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, and third tour from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSundays and public holidays:\u003c\/strong\u003e First tour from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and second tour from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Point Mangrove Park, San Andrés.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivity flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check-in, safety briefing, transparent kayak route, snorkeling session, and local snack moment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ci class=\"fak fa-calendar-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Schedule, route, snorkeling area, water visibility, wildlife sightings, snack options, and duration may vary depending on weather, tide, water clarity, guide instructions, and daily operation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReserve entrance fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please bring approximately US$2 or equivalent in COP for the Natural Reserve entrance fee, paid locally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSunscreen policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunscreen must be applied before the tour. Reapplying sunscreen during the activity may be restricted to protect the transparent equipment and reduce impact on the ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEco-sensitive area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Point Mangrove Park is a protected natural area. Do not touch, remove, step on, or disturb starfish, jellyfish, corals, seagrass, crabs, oysters, or other marine life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWildlife sightings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine life observations depend on tide, visibility, weather, season, and natural behavior. Specific species are not guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKayak format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent kayaks are usually shared by two people. Solo travelers may be paired or assigned according to operation and availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSwimming ability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guests should feel comfortable in shallow water for the snorkeling portion. Life vests are provided and must be used according to guide instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat to wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear swimwear or light clothes that can get wet, plus sandals or water shoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat to bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring towel, dry clothes, waterproof phone pouch, hat, sunglasses, and cash for the reserve fee or optional expenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeather and sea conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The route or snorkeling activity may be adjusted, delayed, or canceled if wind, rain, water visibility, tide, or safety conditions are not suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fak fa-exclamation-triangle-light\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCancellation policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the scheduled activity start time. Late arrivals, no-shows, or missed departures may be non-refundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere does the transparent kayak tour take place?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour takes place in Old Point Mangrove Park in San Andrés, a protected mangrove and marine ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need kayaking experience?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The route is guided and suitable for beginners, as long as you feel comfortable being on the water and following guide instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs snorkeling included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A snorkeling session is included, subject to weather, water visibility, tide, and safety conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat marine life can I see?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the day’s conditions, you may observe seagrass beds, small fish, crabs, oysters, starfish, upside-down jellyfish, rays, or other marine life. Sightings are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I touch the starfish or jellyfish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a protected ecosystem. Guests should not touch, remove, step on, or disturb marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre the kayaks really transparent?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The experience uses transparent two-person kayaks that allow you to see the shallow underwater environment below, depending on water clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the reserve entrance fee included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Please bring approximately US$2 or equivalent in COP for the Natural Reserve entrance fee, paid locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat should I bring?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring swimwear, towel, dry clothes, water shoes or sandals, sunglasses, hat, waterproof phone pouch, and cash for the reserve fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use sunscreen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but it should be applied before the tour. Reapplying sunscreen during the activity may be restricted to protect the transparent equipment and the ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat happens if the weather is bad?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guide may adjust, delay, or cancel the route if wind, rain, water visibility, tide, or safety conditions are not suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juan Ballena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31768210894,"sku":"ECOFIWI Kayak Transparente","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1164\/9110\/products\/ecofiwi-kayak-manguez.jpg?v=1693775010","url":"https:\/\/www.juanballena.com\/products\/ransparent-kayak-snorkel-tour-san-andres","provider":"Juan Ballena | Travel Experiences in Cartagena","version":"1.0","type":"link"}