Maria
GetYourGuide · Similar experience
“La playa, maravillosa; el almuerzo muy bueno y el pescado muy rico. Pasamos un día muy agradable.”
GetYourGuidePlaya Blanca, Barú Day Trip
Pale sand, the sea off Barú and lunch taken care of.
From $ 65.000 COP per person
+ Mandatory insurance: $ 8.800 COP per person
Total from $ 73.800 COP per person
Mandatory fees shown separately. Optional extras excluded.
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Duration7 hours
Groupup to 40
Start07:00
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Why you'll love it
- An affordable way to visit Barú and one of its best-known beaches
- Hotel-area pickup and round-trip transport by air-conditioned bus
- Typical coastal lunch included, with options (fish, chicken or vegetarian)
- Beach time to enjoy the sea on one of the best known beaches on the island
- Popular and simple plan to spend a day on the beach; it is a public area
Your experience
Hotel-area pickup
Pickup at your hotel or an agreed meeting point in the hotel area, usually between 7 and 8 a.m. We confirm the exact time when you book.
Transfer by air-conditioned bus to Barú
Road trip of approximately one hour from Cartagena to the island of Barú, by air-conditioned bus.
Playa Blanca and free time
Arrive at Playa Blanca and enjoy free time on the beach.
Typical lunch
Traditional coastal lunch at a restaurant in the area.
Return to Cartagena
The tour ends around 3:00 p.m. and the return to Cartagena is from that time.
What's included
- Pickup at your hotel or a meeting point in Cartagena's hotel area
- Round-trip transport by air-conditioned bus
- Typical coastal lunch (fish, chicken or vegetarian option)
Not included
- Drinks and other purchases on the beach
- Chairs, shaded cabanas or umbrellas rented locally
- Optional water activities such as jet skis or boat rides
- Compulsory insurance to enter the protected area of Coral in Barú (COP 8,800 per person)
Meeting point
Hotel or hotel-area pickup
Hotel area, Cartagena, Colombia
Pickup at your hotel or an agreed meeting point in Cartagena's hotel area by air-conditioned bus, usually between 7 and 8 a.m. We confirm the exact time by WhatsApp when you book.
Honest take
What's great
- An affordable, practical visit to Playa Blanca with air-conditioned bus transport and lunch included
- In good weather, the shallow sea often looks clear and inviting for a beach day
- It is one of the best known beaches of Barú, with a lively atmosphere
What to know
- It is a public and busy beach, especially on weekends, holidays and in high season
- Some vendors are persistent. Agree on prices before accepting chairs, food, drinks or massages
- The experience can vary with weather, season and the team that day
- Shaded cabanas and beach beds are not included. Rentals are available (approximately COP 40,000–60,000 for a cabana), and the beach can be busy
- For included beach seating and a quieter area, consider Playa Tranquila
Before you arrive
Restrictions
- Bring cash in small notes: on the beach there are no ATMs and almost everything is paid in cash
- Agree on prices before renting chairs or cabanas, or accepting food, drinks or massages from vendors
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, a towel and swimwear; natural shade is limited
- Confirm your pickup and return times and locations with us
Playa Blanca on Barú is one of the best-known sandy beaches near Cartagena and attracts many visitors. This day trip includes hotel-area pickup, air-conditioned bus transport, free time at the main beach and a traditional lunch. Compare options at /tours/playa-blanca and see the guide to chairs, shade and extras at /blog/playa-blanca-cartagena-precios. It is a public beach: agree on the price of chairs or cabanas and photograph it before sitting down. For fewer vendors, compare Playa Tranquila.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Traveler reviews
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GetYourGuideSara
Viator · Another listing
“Nuestro guía fue genial: nos recibió a tiempo en el punto de encuentro y abordamos una camioneta que nos llevó en una hora desde Cartagena hasta la playa.”
ViatorJuan Manuel
GetYourGuide · Similar experience
“La actividad estuvo perfecta: transporte súper puntual, cómodo y con aire acondicionado. La estadía en la playa, muy bien.”
GetYourGuideEdoardo
🇮🇹 Italia ·
GetYourGuide · Similar experience
“Una playa preciosa. Recomiendo reservar el paquete con acceso a la zona tranquila (sombrilla, tumbona, baños) para tenerlo todo incluido y lejos de los vendedores.”
GetYourGuideHunter
Viator · Another listing
“Fue en general una muy buena experiencia y la anfitriona, excelente. A quienes tengan problemas de movilidad les advierto que hay un camino corto a pie para llegar.”
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Frequently asked questions
Hotel-area pickup, round-trip air-conditioned bus transport and a traditional coastal lunch are included. Drinks, chairs, shaded cabanas, other beach purchases and mandatory insurance for entry to the Corales protected area in Barú cost extra. Insurance is COP 8,800 per person, payable on arrival.
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