Baru Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial panorama view of Playa Blanca Isla Baru white sand beach turquoise blue ocean water Cartagena Colombia South America
Aerial view of Playa Blanca, Baru, with crystal clear waters, white sandy beach, colorful huts, and lush greenery
Lovely couple celebrating in a bungalow balcony in the middle if a village in nature.
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Where to stay in Baru Island

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Ararca

When in Ararca, you can plan a visit to San Fernando Fort and Blanca Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ararca
Sofitel Barú Cartagena

Sofitel Barú Cartagena

5 out of 5
KM 7 Sector, Porto Nao Cartagena Bolívar
The price is NZ$685 per night from 14 June to 15 June
NZ$685
14 June - 15 June
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (716 reviews)
Beautiful Hotel, with great service. Nice place to relax and forget about everything.

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Sofitel Barú Cartagena
Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Baru Kilometro 7 sector Portonaito Cartagena Bolivar
Stay at this beach resort in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Blanca Beach and National Aviary of Colombia ...
7.8/10 Good! (399 reviews)
Hospitality wasn’t the best!!

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

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Decameron Baru - All inclusive
Hyatt Regency Cartagena

Hyatt Regency Cartagena

4.5 out of 5
Carrera 1 No 12-118 Cartagena CO
The price is NZ$316 per night from 1 June to 2 June
NZ$316
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,483 reviews)
Darwin was the best server/bartender at the Hotel,

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Cartagena
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SUNSET BEACH

SUNSET BEACH

2.5 out of 5
Playa tranquila Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this beach cabin in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Blanca Beach and National ...
8/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
Don’t go any where around this place, everywhere is the same, dirty and old places

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

SUNSET BEACH
EcoHotel Hector

EcoHotel Hector

2 out of 5
Isla de Baru Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this beach cottage in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Blanca Beach and National ...
EcoHotel Hector
Bondo Hometel

Bondo Hometel

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60 Cartagena Bolívar
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (801 reviews)
Excellent service

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Bondo Hometel
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Popular places to visit

Blanca Beach

Blanca Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blanca Beach during your trip to Cartagena?

Blanca Beach
National Aviary of Colombia

National Aviary of Colombia

Enjoy an outing to National Aviary of Colombia during your stay in Cartagena.

National Aviary of Colombia
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Bocagrande Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bocagrande Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cartagena. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bocagrande Beach
Carribean landscape on Isla Grande, Rosario Archipelago, Colombia, South America

Isla Grande Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Isla Grande Beach during your travels in Rosario Islands? You can seek out the snorkelling spots in this relaxing area.

Isla Grande Beach
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center "Julio César Turbay Ayala" reflected in the water

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cartagena de Indias Convention Center during your trip to Cartagena. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
View to Torre de Reloj

Clock Tower

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cartagena when you stop by Clock Tower. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Clock Tower

Activities

Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

NZ$64
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise in Cartagena
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

NZ$181
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
Cartagena ATV Tour

Cartagena ATV Tour

NZ$193
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cartagena ATV Tour
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

NZ$194
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks

NZ$80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Bay Tour on a Pirate Boat + Drinks
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo

Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach

NZ$101
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Volcano of Totumo With Lunch, 5 pools and prívate Bach
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