Itinerary
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Pass By: Fuerte de San Sebastian del Pastelillo, Avenida Miramar, Cartagena Colombia
On the island of Manga is the Fort of San Sebastian del Pastelillo, which has now become the location of the famous Club de Pesca restaurant.
In this place there was the fort of Boquerón, which was destroyed in 1741 by Admiral Vernon in the attack on the city of Cartagena. Together with other fortresses such as Fort San Jose and Fuerto de San Fernando , it controlled the maritime traffic of the bay to prevent possible attacks.
The Fort of San Sebastian del Pastelillo has 31 guns and camouflage is achieved on the ground. The name of San Sebastian comes from a Saint who was the patron of the conquerors, and Pastelillo is a military term that means like grass, therefore a castle that adapts to the terrain.
Pass By: Virgen del Carmen Bahia De Cartagena, bahia de, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Fifteen meters high, about 20 tons of marble the sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen returned to the Bay of Cartagena on June 6 to continue with a tradition of more than 30 years that had been interrupted after the collapse of the image in August 2015.
The emblematic figure, whose pieces in Italian white marble fell to the bottom of the water in a heavy rain were recovered from the seabed in an operation coordinated with the National Navy.
On the occasion of the feast of the Virgen del Carmen, on July 16, 1946, a beautiful procession took place in Cartagena. In the closing sermon he was in charge of Father Rafael García Herreros, from the balconies of the current City Hall, near the Plaza de la Inquisición, he launched the idea of erecting a colossal image of Our Lady, the Virgin of the Sea, in the middle of the bay .
A pro-monument Board was created and began meeting every week in the sacristy of the convent of Santo Domingo, where the Conciliar Seminary was operating.
By means of Manuel Mainero, Italian consul in Cartagena, and representative of the shipping company “Italian Line”, the creation of a marble image was managed, with the signature U. Luisi Heredi, sculptors of Pietra Santa, population of Italy near Pizza .
The inauguration took place on July 16, 1958. That day a crowd, led by Archbishop José Ignacio López, sang praises to the Virgin in an impressive procession that left from the Cathedral and reached the walls along the Arsenal Avenue.
Pass By: Plaza Bocagrande Centro Comercial, Carrera 1 # 12-118 Bocagrande, Cartagena 130010 Colombia
See The Skyline of the Modern Neighborhood of Bocagrande
Pass By: Fuerte Santa Cruz de Castillogrande, Cra. 14 #6-75, Castillogrande, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
At the beginning of the XVII century it was decided to fortify the inner bay, and in a royal decree of 1608 the construction of a fort in the Punta del Judío, the Santa Cruz was ordered. Known familiarly as Castillogrande, it was constructed by Cristóbal de Roda and Francisco de Murga between 1626 and 1636, following the plan of Tiburcio Spanoqui. It was a fortress with a square base, having bulwarks in each of the four corners, a central yard of arms and a moat.
When the Bocagrande entrance was closed in 1640, the defensive strategy of the bay changed, centering on the Bocachica entrance. This fact affected the existing fortresses of the bay, ordering their dismantling in 1647 to reuse the materials in the construction of San Luis de Bocachica. Notwithstanding, Castillogrande would survive until the French attack led by the Baron De Pointis in 1697, when it was severely ruined.
Juan de Herrera y Sotomayor considered it key for the defense of the port, therefore, in 1728 he directed its reconstruction which would not be completed in 1741 when Vernon attacked the city. The fortress was partially destroyed and would not be rebuilt, its remains being used from then on as ammunition for the artillery. This use continued until 1938, when an explosion in a munitions deposit maintained there by the Navy destroyed its vaults, leaving only a portion of the rampart next to the port and other vestiges. It is currently integrated into the installations of the Officers’ Club of the National Navy.
Pass By: Playas El Laguito, A- 80, Cra. 1 #1, El Laguito, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
See the Skyline of the Wealthy Lagito and Castillo Grande Neighborhoods as we make our way out to the Sunset.
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La Fantastica Cartagena - Pirate Ship Tour, Sunset Tour & Rosario Island Tour, Av. Blas de Lezo, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
05:00 PM
1 to 2 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : VIVIANA_A
Excellent relaxing experience! The entire crew made sure we were having a good time, from taking photos, offering drinks non-stop and playing great music. We even got to dress up like pirates for photo ops ! A small variety of drinks were offered, but definitely not weak. I loved it and would do it again anytime. Great value for the money.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07
Posted By : Mark_K
I was thrilled with this experience- I highly recommend- the whole Cew were exceptional and kind- there also engaged with each of us - it was so awesome
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Posted On : 2024-05-02
Posted By : Dana_A
Beautiful sunset cruise. The staff did an excellent job offering to take pictures and had fun props.
The drinks were a bit disappointing and it would have been better if it was BYOB instead. We wish they offered bottled water.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Robert_B
Great music and vibes, crew went above and beyond to help the passengers take unique photos. And you can't say no to unlimited Rum Punch!
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Aleric_T
Beautiful sunset and great atmosphere on the boat, will do again with the family. We got to see Cartagena from the sea, the naval base and a great sunset with unlimited alcohol
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Posted On : 2024-04-17
Posted By : Liam_M
Great trip- beautiful views and a generous amount of rum served. Much better than all the identical party boats wise elsewhere.
Thank you!
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Posted On : 2024-04-02
Posted By : Sara_P
This was one of the greatest tours we did in Cartenega! The crew was AMAZING!!!! They were so fun and playful and the drinks weren’t strong but they were yummy!!! The pirate ship was SO COOL and we got to climb the rope ladders and sit at the very front and some of the crew offered to take pictures for me and everything! They were truly amazing and this was something I would recommend to anyone visiting!!!
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Posted On : 2024-03-30
Posted By : Emily_W
This was an experience we tacked on to our itinerary to end our trip, and I am so glad we did! We experienced a gorgeous sunset from a ship on the bay, with all the rum we could drink. We had a great time, with great value for the cost. We would do this again!
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Posted On : 2024-03-28
Posted By : Dilhan_B
For the price it’s worth it. Open bar gives you decent rum cocktails. View is gorgeous. Service is great. For $35 you can barely get 2 cocktails these days. So I say it’s a deal!
P.S. even though it has an open bar this tour is very kids friendly. Matter of fact all the kids that were in my tour had the most amazing time dressing up like pirates and steering the vessel.
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Posted On : 2024-03-23
Posted By : 614marilynnc
Crew was engaging. Music soundtrack was 5 stars! The two hour round-trip a delight -- soft waves and gorgeous breeze. Sunset spectacular. Back to port in darkness against bright lights of Cartagena skyline ..so magical.
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Posted On : 2024-03-21
