Cartagena's Sunset Catamaran Cruise: Relaxed and Surprisingly Lively
Local Guide
Posted on June 14, 2024
Catamaran at Sunset
The spacious catamaran sailing through Cartagena Bay during golden hour
Just a heads up: there's a 16,000 COP (about 3-4 USD) port tax you'll pay when boarding. Nothing major, just bring a bit of cash.
It starts off slow, in the best way. You board just before 5PM, the sun still high but starting to mellow out. The catamaran is wide, clean, and comfortable. Way more room than your average tour boat, so you can actually move around, stretch out, and grab a drink without squeezing past twenty people. Everyone's snapping their first photos as soon as we leave the dock because honestly, the views hit right away.
Panoramic Bay View
Cartagena's skyline and colonial forts from the water during golden hour
As the boat glides through Cartagena's bay, you get this perfect mix of city skyline, colonial forts, and open sea, all glowing under that late golden hour light. It's super photogenic—plenty of angles where you don't have to fight for space to get your shot.
Now, here's what people don't expect: the energy builds. You think you're just going for a chill sunset ride, then suddenly someone's doing the Macarena, and a full conga line breaks out in the middle of the deck. I'm not kidding—it starts off calm, but by halfway through the trip, the crew's got people up and moving, dancing to a mix of old-school and modern Latin hits. Think salsa, merengue, reggaeton—you don't have to know the steps, just follow the crowd and vibe with it. It stays light, fun, and PG enough that everyone from your little cousin to your grandma can join in.
"You think you're just going for a chill sunset ride, then suddenly someone's doing the Macarena, and a full conga line breaks out in the middle of the deck."
The drinks are simple but polished. You won't find top-shelf mixology here, but you'll get good premade cocktails that actually taste decent, and they don't hold back. It's open bar, all you can drink, and they've got options for both alcohol and non-alcohol drinkers, so nobody's left out. Plus, there's a snack included—which, after a couple rounds, is very appreciated.
One thing I like about this catamaran is that it just feels well-run, welcoming, and fun. You've got people mingling, laughing, dancing, helping each other get the perfect photo as the sun drops behind the city. It's one of the easiest places in Cartagena to meet new people without any weird pressure. Whether you came alone or with a group, the atmosphere just works.
And for those who want to keep the momentum going, there's an optional after-party (adults only). A local guide takes the group to a rooftop spot for a drink, then out to Cartagena's nightlife hotspots like Alquímico or La Jugada. It's a smooth transition—no lines, no figuring things out on your own.
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