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Cartagena: Aviary Day Trip and Enjoy Playa Blanca by Bus

Looking for a plan that includes connection with nature or activities for kids? Visit the Aviary, observe exotic wildlife, and then enjoy the paradisiacal beaches of Barú. All in one day!

What to expect

Pick up from your accommodation within the urban area of Cartagena

Pick up from your accommodation within the urban area of Cartagena

45 Minutes
Arrival at Barú and entrance to the National Aviary of Colombia

Arrival at Barú and entrance to the National Aviary of Colombia

15 Minutes
Tour of the National Aviary

You will be able to observe more than 1,800 birds of 170 species, explore their ecosystems, and enjoy the exhibition areas.

2 Hours
Exit the Aviary and time for photos or rest

Brief pause before the transfer to Playa Blanca

20 Minutes
Transfer to the restaurant area in Playa Blanca, Barú

Bus trip to the assigned beach area

25 Minutes
Arrival at Playa Blanca and free time on the turquoise beach

Relax on the white sand, take a swim, or explore the area.

1 Hour 15 Minutes
Caribbean lunch

Delicious typical lunch (fish, chicken, or vegetarian depending on availability).

1 Hour
Additional free time at Playa Blanca

Enjoy the beach, take photos, or rest in the shade until return time.

1 Hour 30 Minutes
Return to Cartagena by bus

The bus begins the return to the hotel area.

30 Minutes
Drop off at your accommodation

Included in the final leg End of the experience.

5 Minutes

What you should know

What to bring
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Hat
  • Towel
  • Beachwear
Not allowed
  • Weapons or sharp objects
Important information
  • We will start picking up the entire group in the hotel zone (Bocagrande, Laguito, Marbella, Torre del Reloj - Downtown, among others) from 7AM, depending on each location. Then we will go to Barú and our guide will give you the signal to enter the aviary. At noon, we will take the bus to head to the restaurant area of Playa Blanca Barú, where you can enjoy the area until 3PM, the time to return to Cartagena.
  • This tour includes a walk through the Aviary. We suggest wearing comfortable shoes for walking. In the beach area it is better to pay with local currency because additional charges apply for paying with card or USD.

What is included

  • Pickup from hotels in the tourist area or a nearby meeting point.
  • Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus.
  • Local guide.
  • Transfer to Playa Blanca by bus.
  • Time to enjoy the beach.
  • Typical Caribbean lunch.

What is not included

  • Unspecified expenses.

Location

Cartagena de Indias: Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

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