Day Trip to San Andrés Cays

7 / 10

41 reviews | 738 travellers

It was great. The people who accompanied us were very clear with the instructions and recommendations. The only thing that went wrong was that when we arrived at the dock we didn't know who to ask for or who the agency in charge of the tour was.

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The cays of San Andrés are paradise on Earth. Discover these oases with this tour and visit Johnny Cay, the most famous of the Colombian Caribbean!

Description

The cays of San Andrés are paradise on Earth. Discover these oases with this tour and visit Johnny Cay, the most famous of the Colombian Caribbean!

San Andrés Cays Day Trip

We'll meet at the Muelle Casa de la Cultura to begin this tour through the natural paradises of the San Andrés archipelago. Ready to see these dreamy spots for yourself?

We'll head to the port, where we'll set off by motorboat to tour the cays of San Andrés and other attractions in the area.

Our first stop will be at Islote Sucre, better known as Johnny Cay, located north of San Andrés. We'll admire this paradise of palm trees and white sand, leaving you 3 hours of free time to swim in its crystal-clear waters and enjoy the local cuisine.

Then, we'll sail to Cayo Acuario, a huge sandbar characterized by its great variety of marine fauna–the perfect place to enjoy snorkeling!

After 3 hours in Cayo Acuario, we'll take a 10-minute panoramic boat ride through the mangroves of Old Point, a characteristic ecosystem of this coastal area of Colombia. Then, we'll sail through the bay of San Andrés while we feel the Caribbean breeze and enjoy the stunning views of the archipelago.

Finally, we'll return to the port and head back ashore, arriving at the Casa de la Cultura pier 6 hours later.

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Duration

6 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.

Included

Transport by boat

English–speaking tour assistant

Not included

Lunch

Snorkel equipment

Admission tax to Johnny Cay: 15,000 COP (US$ 3.44)

Admission ticket to the Casa de la Cultura: 2,000 COP (US$ 0.45) per person

When to book?

You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

No printing of documentation required.

Promotes local employment.

Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Guia Sai

Corporate name: Guia SAI S.A.S

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Pets

Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
Q - What do I need to keep in mind before booking this activity?

A - The time shown as the start time of the activity is our meeting time. This means that at that time we'll begin to hand out the documentation that will allow you to board the boat. The activity is subject to the weather and the authorisation of DIMAR maritime entities.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Muelle Casa de la Cultura

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Reviews
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5 out of 41 reviews

7 / 10

7.0243902439024 41 reviews | 738 travellers

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Jan / 03 / 2024

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Valeria

Costa Rica

Es una actividad que se debe hacer en San Andrés ya que la isla y el acuario es muy bonito. Más considero que para personas con dificultad para movilizarse o personas de edad adulta deben considerarlo ya que hay que bajarse de la lancha en condiciones poco seguras y volver a subirse a ella es difícil. Pero en si el lugar que se visita es precioso por lo que si vale la pena. Translate this opinion into English.

It is an activity that must be done in San Andrés since the island and the aquarium are very beautiful. I think that people with difficulty getting around or people of adult age should consider it since you have to get off the boat in unsafe conditions and getting back on it is difficult. But the place you visit is beautiful so it is worth it. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

8

Oct / 31 / 2023

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Felipe Varela Rojas

Santiago., Chile

Muy buena actividad, se pasa increible y todos atienden de maravilla. Johnny Cay de verdad parece un paraíso. Sin embargo, no la califico como excelente ya que la salida fue muy retrasada, haciendo que uno como turista pierda tiempo muy valioso. Además, cabe decir que el acuario es algo decepcionante, pues no se ven mantarrayas, sino que es una persona la que anda con una en las manos, por lo que no la ves nadar libremente. Y casi lo mismo con los tiburones. Translate this opinion into English.

Very good activity, it's an incredible time and everyone attends wonderfully. Johnny Cay really looks like paradise. However, I do not rate it as excellent since the departure was very delayed, causing you as a tourist to lose valuable time. Furthermore, it must be said that the aquarium is somewhat disappointing, since you do not see stingrays, but it is a person who walks around with one in his hands, so you do not see it swimming freely. And almost the same with sharks. Opinion translated. Show original.

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I travelled with my partner

8

Jul / 27 / 2023

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Marcos Paulo

Brasília, Brazil

O passeio é bacana e cumpre o prometido. O guia foi bem humorado. No geral, é bom. Mas, devo alertar que há taxas extras cobradas em espécie para acessar o cais e uma taxa “opcional” para ir com o barco até a barreira de corais, que só é dita durante o passeio para que não seja recusada. Fomos alocados em um barco com pessoas outras agências de turismo. Ou seja, cada um pagou um preço pelo mesmo passeio. Só havia um restaurante funcionando em Johnny Cay, com preços altos para refeições simples. Translate this opinion into English.

The tour is nice and fulfills the promise. The guide was humorous. Overall it's good. However, I must warn you that there are extra fees charged in cash to access the pier and an “optional” fee to take the boat to the barrier reef, which is only said during the tour so that it is not refused. We were allocated on a boat with people from other tourist agencies. That is, each one paid a price for the same tour. There was only one restaurant operating on Johnny Cay, with high prices for simple meals. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

8

Aug / 24 / 2023

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Anonymous

Spain

La actividad muy bien, pero intentan cobrarte pequeños "impuestos" inexistentes constantemente Translate this opinion into English.

The activity is very good, but they constantly try to charge you small non-existent "taxes" Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

8

Jul / 12 / 2024

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Lizeth

Bogotá, Colombia

Estuvo muy bien. Las personas que nos acompañaron fueron muy claras con las instrucciones y las recomendaciones. Lo único que falló fue que cuando llegamos al muelle no sabíamos por quién preguntar o quién era la agencia encargada del tour. Translate this opinion into English.

It was great. The people who accompanied us were very clear with the instructions and recommendations. The only thing that went wrong was that when we arrived at the dock we didn't know who to ask for or who the agency in charge of the tour was. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

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