The Full-Day Tour Baru promises an unforgettable experience blending nature, wildlife, and bioluminescence. Explore the National Aviary, marvel at the beauty of Playa Blanca, and witness the mesmerizing glow of plankton. With round-trip transportation, a lunch voucher, and a bilingual guide, this tour offers a seamless way to discover Cartagena’s captivating natural wonders. However, accessibility may vary for some participants, so it’s essential to consider individual needs. Intrigued? Let’s dive deeper into the details.
Key Points
- This full-day tour in Cartagena, Colombia, combines a visit to the National Aviary and Playa Blanca with a bioluminescent plankton activity.
- The tour is priced from $136 per person and can accommodate up to 15 travelers, with round-trip transportation, travel insurance, lunch voucher, and entrance fees included.
- The tour includes air-conditioned vehicle transportation, travel insurance, a lunch voucher, a welcome drink, and entrance fees to the National Aviary and bioluminescent plankton activity.
- Pickup is available from hotels, hostels, Airbnbs, or the designated meeting point of Monumento Los Pegasos, with a bilingual guide present throughout the tour.
- The tour may not be accessible for wheelchair users, elderly, or disabled participants, and is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious medical conditions.
Tour Overview
This full-day tour in Cartagena, Colombia combines a visit to the National Aviary with an excursion to Playa Blanca and a bioluminescent plankton activity.
Priced from $136 per person, the tour accommodates up to 15 travelers. Inclusions cover round-trip transportation, travel insurance, a lunch voucher, welcome drink, and entrance fees.
The tour begins with pickup from your hotel or a central meeting point at 8:00 am, returning to the same location after the day’s activities.
While wheelchair access is limited, most travelers can participate, though with some accessibility challenges during the plankton experience.
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Inclusions
The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle for transportation, as well as travel insurance. A lunch voucher of 30,000 pesos and a welcome drink are also provided.
The tour package includes:
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Entrance to the National Aviary
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Bioluminescent plankton activity
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Bilingual guide and WiFi on board
Alcoholic beverages and access to towels and showers come at an additional cost.
Meeting and Pickup
The tour participants are picked up from their hotel, hostel, Airbnb, or the designated meeting point at Monumento Los Pegasos in Cartagena.
The tour starts at 8:00 am. During the pickup, travelers are advised to be ready at the designated location as there may be delays due to traffic.
After the day’s activities, the group will be returned to the original meeting point.
The tour is designed to provide a seamless experience, and the bilingual guide will be available throughout the day to assist the participants.
Participant Requirements
According to the tour information, the activity isn’t wheelchair accessible.
Infants must sit on laps during the tour. The tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious medical conditions, though most travelers can participate.
Infants must sit on laps during the tour. The tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious medical conditions, though most travelers can participate.
The customer feedback indicates concerns about accessibility for elderly or disabled participants during the plankton activity. However, the tour seems suitable for able-bodied adults and children.
The key participant requirements are:
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Not wheelchair accessible
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Infants must sit on laps
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious medical conditions
Customer Feedback
Customers have provided a mix of positive and negative feedback on the Full-Day Tour Baru. Some reported issues with hotel pickup, uncomfortable seating in the van, inadequate beach club facilities, limited lunch options, and poor restroom conditions.
However, others enjoyed the beach experience, friendly staff, and private beds. Concerns were raised about accessibility for elderly or disabled participants during the plankton activity.
Highlights of the Tour
One of the highlights of the Full-Day Tour Baru is the visit to the National Aviary. Guests can marvel at the diverse array of bird species, including toucans, parrots, and flamingos.
The tour also includes a stop at the stunning Playa Blanca beach, where travelers can enjoy the following:
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Relax on the white sand and soak up the sun.
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Participate in the bioluminescent plankton activity, witnessing the mesmerizing glow of the plankton in the water.
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Indulge in a delicious lunch voucher, allowing them to savor local cuisine at their own pace.
Booking and Pricing
Travelers can book the Full-Day Tour Baru – National Aviary and Playa Blanca through the tour provider’s website or by contacting their customer service team.
The tour is priced at $136.00 per person and accommodates a maximum of 15 travelers. Included in the price are an air-conditioned vehicle, travel insurance, a lunch voucher, a welcome drink, admission to the National Aviary, the bioluminescent plankton activity, and a bilingual guide.
The Full-Day Tour Baru – National Aviary and Playa Blanca is priced at $136.00 per person and includes various amenities for up to 15 travelers.
Alcoholic beverages and towels/shower access are available at an additional cost. While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, most travelers can participate.
Travelers should consider the potential delays due to traffic when planning their schedule.
The Sum Up
The Full-Day Tour Baru offers a captivating exploration of Cartagena’s natural wonders. From the National Aviary to the stunning Playa Blanca and the mesmerizing bioluminescent plankton activity, this tour provides a seamless and immersive experience. With round-trip transportation, a lunch voucher, and a bilingual guide, this tour is an excellent choice for those seeking to discover the beauty of Cartagena’s landscapes.
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