Mangrove Ecology: Coastal Protection Tour

Experience beachside dining with a beautiful view of the sea and savor delicious traditional flavors. Afterwards, embark on a fascinating mangrove eco-tour guided by natives, where you’ll learn about the history of the ecosystem and participate in artisanal fishing.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ecotours boquilla - a tour through the different natural tunnels covered by mangroves where we will have the opportunity to learn the history of this majestic ecosystem narrated by natives
  • Playas de la Boquilla - Our beaches are the quietest and safest in the city, you can enjoy a sea away from vendors or many visitors accompanied and guided by bilingual natives.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Cultural display of drums
  • Artisanal fishing for crabs and fish
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Bilingual native guide
  • Entrance to Fisherman’s Island
Additional Information

Discover the remarkable ecological significance of mangroves and their crucial role in safeguarding coastlines. Additionally, engage in the tradition of sustainable artisanal fishing, participating in age-old practices such as using nets and traps, a knowledge cherished and passed down through generations in our community.
Following this cultural…

Location
Ecotours boquilla
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Davina_c
Mar 3, 2026
Authentic experience - This was such a lovely little experience! You’re driven to a small neighbourhood called La Boquilla and taken on a private ride through the mangroves. I then tried my hand at fishing and had a lovely traditional lunch on the beach. Overall, it felt like a very authentic experience and I had a great time.
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Pvchicago
Feb 19, 2026
Discovering natural Colombia - A delightful morning in beautiful nature. Jamie was a enthusiastic guide who spoke excellent English. So much fun to wade into the water and learn to throw a fishing net! The lunch at a beach restaurant was delicious. Highly recommended!
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Saidchakri
Feb 18, 2026
A nice experience - The tour guide Andrés was very engaging and made it a good experience, and the activities were fun to do. My personal favorite was learning how to throw a fishnet
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Heather_h
Feb 2, 2026
Wonderful. I’d give 100 stars if I could ❤️❤️ - Shay was wonderful and the local fishermen were helpful and very kind. It was very educational and fun we got to participate a lot. Shay was very knowledgable and happy to answer questions. It was nice to see another side of Cartagena. Her English was impeccable which was helpful for us. The food was really good and large portions. Pick up and drop off was well organized also. Overall a wonderful day. Thanks again.
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Yndalecia_m
Jan 23, 2026
Great day tour! - Great tour! We got to see the mangrove, learn about some Boquilla culture, and get in the water to fish! Kid friendly. The only downside was there was an issue with our bus, so we had to wait a bit longer to get us back to our hotel. The hosts handled it very well, and made sure we had drinks and shade while we waited.
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Raquel_o
Jan 9, 2026
Wonderful tour/ must see in Cartagena - Excellent experience and well-organized tour. Fun for kids. To immerse ourselves in nature so close to the city was a delight. Our whole experience felt very authentic and we got a real feel for la Boquilla. I would do the lunch option unless you pack lunch because by the end of the tour you will be hungry and won't be able to find the restaurants easily without the guide.
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Mirella
Jan 7, 2026
Cultural Immersion and Fun - Highly recommended. Exposure to culture and fun. Our guide Jamie and her uncle Fisherman were amazing. Highly recommended
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Mirella_s
Jan 7, 2026
Highlight of Cartagena !! - They must see experience. From start to finish we felt so taken care of and the ambiance was amazing. So past our expectations, we started off with a canoe ride around the mangrove, followed by crab fishing, and flounder fishing then we were brought to fisherman’s Island, where we learned how to dance play the drums and see the local animals and ended with a lovely lunch. Our tour guide Jamie was incredible and her uncle was very welcoming. Would recommend to anyone in Cartagena!!
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Kapri_k
Nov 16, 2025
Completely worth it - We had a fantastic experience & highly recommend this excursion. I was originally looking for a food tour & couldn’t find one to fit our budget. When I read about this, it seemed like fun plus we got a Colombian meal with it. They took us in little boats through the stunning mangroves. They told us about the different types of mangroves, showed us termite nests, & pointed out little crabs on the surface. We dropped some crab cages to catch some crabs. We learned how to cast the fishing nets. Then we went to the island where we took part of Columbian dance & drumming. We proceeded to the crab cages to see what we caught. We went back to the land where we were served a Columbian meal. Our guides were an absolute blast. They had beautiful smiles & were very knowledgeable. They taught us & laughed with us. This was completely worth it & I’m so glad we booked it.
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Alexis_b
Aug 8, 2025
Great experience! - A great experience off the beaten track! The tour allows you to cut off from the city and appreciate the richness of the local flora and fauna. The team is made up of La Boquilla residents who are committed to showcasing their neighbourhood. I had a great morning, with rich exchanges that allowed me to better understand the history of Cartagena and its different faces, without forgetting the introduction to fishing which was a unique moment of sharing! I highly recommend this tour.
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).