Highlights
- Travel from Cartagena to Playa Blanca on Barú Island for a relaxed full day at a beach club.
- Walk along white sand and shallow turquoise water before settling into your reserved lounge area.
- Start your visit with a simple welcome drink and the option to rent Balinese beds for extra comfort.
- Use on site facilities such as bathrooms, lockers, chairs, and tables while you enjoy the beach.
- Use a lunch voucher toward a meal from the beach club menu, with typical local flavors.
- Spend several unhurried hours sunbathing, swimming, or simply resting in the shade before returning to Cartagena.
Tour Overview
This beach club day at Playa Blanca is ideal if you want the Barú experience without planning every detail yourself. You will meet your driver in Cartagena and travel by air conditioned vehicle toward the Barú Peninsula, passing city streets and coastal views before crossing the bridge to the island.
On arrival at Playa Blanca, you will walk a short distance along the beach to reach the beach club area. Staff will direct you to loungers or chairs and offer a welcome drink so you can settle in quickly. From there the day is mostly at your own pace, with time to swim in the clear sea, rest with a book, or simply look out at the horizon.
A lunch voucher is included and can be used toward a meal from the club's menu, letting you choose what suits your taste. WiFi, basic facilities, and optional extras like Balinese beds help keep you comfortable until it is time to rejoin the group and return to Cartagena in the afternoon.
Typical Itinerary
- Pickup in Cartagena - Meet your driver at one of the selected pickup points in areas such as Bocagrande or Getsemaní and board an air conditioned vehicle.
- Scenic drive to Barú - Travel for about one hour, passing city neighborhoods and heading across the Barú bridge into the Corales del Rosario and San Bernardo National Natural Park area.
- Arrival at Playa Blanca - Reach Playa Blanca and walk down toward the shore, taking in first views of the beach, sea, and surrounding coastline.
- Check in at the beach club - Arrive at the designated club area, receive a welcome drink, and be shown to your loungers, chairs, or tables for the day.
- Free beach time and swimming - Enjoy several hours at your own pace: swim in the clear water, rest in the sun or shade, and explore short sections of the beach.
- Lunch at the club - Redeem your lunch voucher toward a meal from the menu, then relax again after eating or return to the sea for another swim.
- Additional relaxation and optional extras - Continue relaxing on the beach, use the club facilities, or optionally rent Balinese beds or other extras on site.
- Return journey to Cartagena - Meet your driver at the agreed time, walk back up from the beach, and travel by coach back to your original pickup area in Cartagena.
The timing of each step and exact length of the beach stay can vary depending on traffic, group size, and local conditions. Your driver and coordinator will confirm the return time and any adjustments needed on the day.
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation between Cartagena and Playa Blanca in an air conditioned vehicle.
- Beach club access at Playa Blanca with use of basic facilities such as restrooms, lockers, tables, and sun chairs.
- Welcome drink on arrival at the club to start your beach day.
- Lunch voucher that can be used toward a meal from the club's à la carte menu.
- Support from a guide or coordinator during transport and check in at the beach club.
- WiFi access within the club area when available.
Not Included
- Rental of Balinese beds or premium loungers, which can be arranged on site for an extra fee.
- Additional food and drinks beyond what is covered by the included lunch voucher and welcome drink.
- Towels or personal beach items, which you should bring with you from Cartagena.
- Port taxes or small local fees that may be charged in cash along the route if applicable.
- Travel insurance, medical care, and any personal expenses during the day.
- Tips for drivers and beach staff, which are optional and at your discretion.
Accessibility & Practical Info
- This experience is not recommended for guests with significant mobility limitations, as you will need to walk on sand and use steps to reach the beach.
- You will walk down to the shore and along uneven sandy paths, so comfortable shoes or sandals are suggested.
- Bring an ID card or passport, towel, and light clothing suitable for hot, sunny conditions.
- External alcohol, drugs, fireworks, and similar items are not allowed at the beach club.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and should not be left unattended near the water.
- The sun can be intense at Playa Blanca, so use reef safe sunscreen, drink water regularly, and take breaks in the shade.
- Cash in Colombian pesos is useful for any optional rentals, extra food or drinks, and gratuities.
- Schedules may be adjusted because of traffic or local conditions, but the team will aim to keep your beach time comfortable and relaxed.
Pricing & Booking
Price: Around $32 USD / COP 131,000 per person for this 8 hour Isla Baru Beach Club at Playa Blanca experience, including roundtrip transport, beach club access, a welcome drink, and a lunch voucher. Optional rentals, extra food and drinks, and personal expenses are paid separately on the day.
Share your preferred date, pickup area, and group size so we can confirm availability and send you the latest details for Isla Baru Beach Club at Playa Blanca. This relaxed option is a good fit if you prefer a quieter, more comfortable beach day with clear expectations and simple logistics.