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Decameron Explorer offers a wide variety of alternatives to get to know all of the magical and unique places Cartagena has to offer. Enjoy a local dance show, see the city's many historical monuments and antique architecture, or practice diving in the coral reefs of Baru and the Rosarios Islands.

San Pedro Restaurant

Cartagena Ancient City Tour
This is a fascinating tour through both the old and modern sections of Cartagena. We visit the most relevant monuments, such as the Convent of the Popa (highest point in the city). There, one can appreciate spectacular views, a museum full of legends, a historic monastery, and a beautiful church from the colonial era. Next we go to the Castillo de San Felipe, an immense fort filled with history and mysteries hidden in its stone walled tunnels. After that, we visit the monument to the "Old Shoes”.
Take a short walk through the Downtown Historical Center of the City where you will find churches, museums, plazas, restaurants, shops and jewelry stores. In this historical center one can find everything, so you will never forget this wonderful destination: Cartagena de Indias. During the trip you will be accompanied by an English speaking tour guide who will offer you complete information about the history of each of the sites you will visit.
Level of difficulty: I
Includes: ground transport, professional English speaking tour guide, entry fees to the Convent of the Popa and Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas.
Recommendations: sun block, hat or cap, lightweight clothing and comfortable shoes.
Departure: 2:30 p.m. Return: 6:00 p.m.
Tel: +57 (5) 650-3600 x 161
E-Mail: cartagena.receptivosexplorer@decameron.com
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San Pedro Cathedral
Get on board one of our colorful, typical chiva buses and enjoy the coquettish and bewitching charm of a fascinating nighttime tour of the city of Cartagena, accompanied by a Vallenato live band which will delight you all evening long, tasting our traditional Antaño Rum. Included in this outing is a stop to try the exquisite typical fried Cartagena snacks with the authentic coastal flavor and a folklore show offered by an excellent regional group. The tour finalizes at one of the most popular discotheques of the city.
Includes: Transportation on board typical chivas, recreationist guide, live typical musical band, open bar with rum and sodas, typical snacks, presentation by folklore group.
Recommendations: Comfortable casual clothing.
Departure: 8:00 p.m. Return: 11:45 p.m.
Tel: +57 (5) 650-3600 x 161
E-Mail: cartagena.receptivosexplorer@decameron.com
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Upon arrival at the selected island, you may appreciate the imposing beauty of the place and its ecological environment. A series of optional activities are offered, such as snorkeling, a panoramic tour of some of the 27 islands, transfer to the oceanarium to enjoy dolphin and shark shows and different marine species (additional cost). Later on the island you will have an exquisite typical lunch (fried fish, patacones, salad) and a few hours rest at the site installations.
Island options to visit:
Isla del Sol (Island of the Sun)
Isla del Pirata (Pirate's Island)
Isla Lizamar
Includes: ground and maritime transport, guide, typical lunch and drink.
Note: Does not include dock fees. This payment is made individually at the dock upon departure of the launch.
Recommendations: sun block, bathing suit, comfortable beach clothing, beach towel, wet shoes, sunglasses and hat.
Departure: 8:00 a.m. Return: 4:30 p.m.
Tel: +57 (5) 650-3600 x 161
E-Mail: cartagena.receptivosexplorer@decameron.com
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On Barú Island you will enjoy a day of sun, white-sand beach and crystalline waters only 90 minutes from the city. On board the Lola yacht, with capacity for 200 passengers, you will enjoy yourself to the maximum with our activities during this trip. Upon arrival, enjoy the different non-motorized nautical sports, beach volleyball, aerobics, and directed activities included. Also enjoy the exquisite unlimited snacks (hamburgers, hot dogs, fish and seafood kabobs, typical fried snacks) and open bar with domestic alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.
Includes: ground transport from the Decameron Hotel and maritime transport from La Bodeguita dock, activities staff, open bar, snacks, non-motorized nautical sports, recreational activities.
Note: Does not include dock fees. This payment is made individually at the dock upon departure of the boat.
Recommendations: sun block, bathing suit, comfortable beach clothing, beach towel, wet shoes, sunglasses, hat.
Departure: 8:00 a.m. Return: 5:00 p.m.
Tel: +57 (5) 650-3600 x 161
E-Mail: cartagena.receptivosexplorer@decameron.com
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Tel: +57 (5) 650-3600 x 161
E-Mail: cartagena.receptivosexplorer@decameron.com
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Baru- Portonaito Beach Club