Cholón Party Boat from Cartagena

Cholón is where Cartagena goes to party on the water. It's a shallow, sheltered lagoon on the island of Barú where boats anchor side by side, music plays from every deck, and you can stand waist-deep in warm Caribbean water with a drink in your hand.

With Cartagena VIP your group doesn't squeeze onto a shared party boat. You get your own private yacht or catamaran with a captain and crew, leaving Cartagena at 9 AM and back at the pier by 5 PM, with the day planned around your group.

What Cholón Is Like

Cholón is a calm lagoon with clear, shallow water, so most people spend the day in the water rather than on the boat. Boats raft up next to each other, music carries from deck to deck, and small canoes paddle between them selling cold drinks, fresh seafood and snacks. It's loud, social and fun, which is why it's the most requested stop for bachelor parties, birthdays and big groups.

Want a quieter day? Pair Cholón with a swim stop in the Rosario Islands or an afternoon on the beach at Barú and Playa Blanca.

How the Day Works

• 9 AM: meet your captain at the pier in Cartagena, or add a pickup from your villa or hotel.
• Morning: cruise out past the bay and Tierra Bomba toward Barú.
• Midday to afternoon: anchor at Cholón for swimming, music and drinks. Many groups add a lunch stop or a second swim spot.
• 5 PM: back at the pier in Cartagena. Boats must be in port by late afternoon under coast guard rules, so the day starts early.

What's Included

The boat, captain and crew, fuel, a cooler and ice. Everything else is planned around your group and added on.

Popular Add-Ons

• Pickup and drop-off from your villa or hotel
• Food and drinks on board, or a private chef
• A DJ to run the music
• Beach club entry for lunch on Barú
• A bilingual VIP host who handles every detail on the day

Celebrating? See our bachelor party and bachelorette party planning.

Choosing Your Boat

For Cholón, bigger groups usually pick a catamaran: wide sun decks and plenty of room to dance. Smaller groups often prefer a sport yacht or speedboat. See the full fleet with photos and capacity.

Pricing

Price depends on the boat you choose and your group size. Tell us your dates and how many people are coming, and we'll send you boat options and a quote.

Cholón FAQ

How far is Cholón from Cartagena? Cholón is on Barú, south of Cartagena. The boat ride usually takes under an hour, depending on the boat and sea conditions.

Is Cholón good for a bachelor or birthday party? Yes. It's the most popular party spot near Cartagena, and the main reason groups book a yacht day.

Can we go somewhere quieter too? Yes. Most groups combine Cholón with a second stop, like the Rosario Islands for snorkeling or Playa Blanca for the beach.

What should we bring? Swimsuits, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and cash in Colombian pesos for the floating vendors and tips. Leave valuables at your villa or hotel.

Is food and drink included? The base boat day includes the boat, crew, fuel, cooler and ice. Food, drinks and beach club entry are added on, so you only pay for what your group wants.

Is this a shared tour? No. Every Cartagena VIP boat day is private: your group, your boat, your crew.

Tell us your dates and group size and we'll plan your Cholón day.