Baru Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Baru Island
Baru Island
Baru Island
Photo by Tara Harrison
Photo by Tara Harrison
Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic
Photo by Aleks Slijepcevic

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$461 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$461
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
An Unforgettable Luxury Escape in Barú! From the moment we arrived at Sofitel Barú Cartagena, everything felt like pure paradise. The staff were exceptionally warm, attentive, and made every interaction feel personal. The resort itself is stunning — elegant architecture, lush tropical surroundings, ...

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Sofitel Barú Cartagena
Las Islas

Las Islas

4.5 out of 5
Ciénaga de Cholón, Barú Cartagena, Cartagena, Bolívar
The price is AU$576 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$576
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
Our stay at Las Islas was nothing short of amazing! The resort is literally built within a mangrove forest and surrounded by everything that lives there. We stayed in one of the treetop bungalows and was visited by a range of animals daily. We saw a variety of birds, reptiles, mammals, insects, and ...

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Las Islas
Decameron Baru - All inclusive

Decameron Baru - All inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Baru Kilometro 7 sector Portonaito, Pasacaballos Portonao, Cartagena, Bolivar
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Blanca Beach and National Aviary ...
7.6/10 Good! (385 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

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Decameron Baru - All inclusive
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EcoHotel Hector

EcoHotel Hector

2 out of 5
Isla de Baru, Playa Blanca, Sector playa tranquila, Cartagena, Bolívar
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Cartagena. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Blanca Beach and ...
Excelente lugar
Sin duda la mejor cabaña, la atenciòn excelente

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2024

EcoHotel Hector
Bondo Estudio

Bondo Estudio

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Marbella Carrera 2A #49-60, Cartagena, Bolívar
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
El bar que está en el rooftop es demasiado caro, y tras de eso es súper lento, por unas empanadas y un trago se tardaron 2 hrs, mi hijo pidió toallas limpias los 8 días que estuvimos ahí y nunca le llevaron yo le tuve que dar de las mías, pienso que dos a tres personas fueron muy buenas con nosotros, ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Bondo Estudio
Soy Local Centro Historico

Soy Local Centro Historico

3 out of 5
Avenida Escallon Diagonal 35 # 34-63, Cartagena
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
Staff was amazing.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Soy Local Centro Historico
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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
beach

beach

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

beach
Bocagrande Beach

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
Clock Tower

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
Isla Grande Beach

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

Activities

Cartagena: 5 Islands & 5 Beach Clubs Tour w/ Lunch & Entries

Cartagena Island Hopping : 5-Stop Rosario Island Tour with Lunch

AU$99
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cartagena Island Hopping : 5-Stop Rosario Island Tour with Lunch
Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

Sunset Cruise in Cartagena

AU$46
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise in Cartagena
Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Guided Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Guided Walking Tour
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

AU$143
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

AU$165
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience
Party Bus Tour

Party Bus Tour

AU$31
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Party Bus Tour
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Cities near Baru Island

Cartagena

Cartagena

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