Turbaco Day Trip from Cartagena de Indias - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Turbaco Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 110.27 USD
Rating: 10 (9 reviews)

The visit was very interesting and everything was fine. Highly recommended.

Agusti

Caribbean nature and history come together on this day trip to Turbaco from Cartagena. Get ready to travel back to the 16th century and discover the origins of this town. Coming along?

Details

Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Lunch
1 bottle of water

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

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

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Meeting point

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Reviews of our customers

10.0

Exceptional 44 Travelers·9 reviews

March 24, 2026
Agusti
Spain
The visit was very interesting and everything was fine. Highly recommended.
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December 11, 2025
Paulo Da Conceicao Gomes
Sevilla, Spain
Spectacular! Jeli was an excellent guide and an even better person, as was the historian Javier, whose knowledge of Turbaco taught me so much about th...
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October 16, 2025
Rodrigo Frias
Maldonado, Uruguay
I highly recommend this tour. The agency is Costeña Travel. Don't miss the history and museums of Turbaco and the mud pools in a volcano. Lunch is at ...
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September 12, 2025
Larisa Martínez Flores
Jalisco, Mexico
A historical tour of the town of Turbaco and its museum. A trip to the volcano for mud baths and a delicious lunch. Jhon and Javier are the best guide...
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May 25, 2025
Bruno Moreno
Tolhuin, Argentina
We were truly well accompanied by the guide and driver. Also in Turbaco, the historian who explained and accompanied us was excellent and extremely kn...
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November 17, 2024
Cecilia
Montevideo, Uruguay
For those of us who like to visit places beyond the typical tourist areas, this town close to the big city was a very special place, as it allowed us ...
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August 10, 2024
Elisabetta
Bergamo, Italy
It was a fantastic experience with an excellent guide. The botanical garden is truly beautiful, and you take a complete tour of the park with a guide ...
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November 11, 2024
Fernando
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was great. The botanical garden was very informative and beautiful. The museum was very interesting to learn about the origins of the are...
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Caribbean nature and history come together on this day trip to Turbaco from Cartagena. Get ready to travel back to the 16th century and discover the origins of this town. Coming along?

Day Trip Options

When you book, you can choose between the following Turbaco day trip options:

Turbaco Day Trip + Mud Pools

We'll meet by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena de Indias at the designated time. From there, we'll board a minibus for the 1-hour drive to Turbaco.

Once we arrive, we'll take a walk through Turbaco's historic center, the perfect way to get a feel for local culture. Next, we'll visit the Museo Yurbaco to learn all about the Indigenous people who founded this town in the 16th century. You won't stop learning!

Afterward, we'll head to the mud pools, where you'll have 2 hours to take a dip. Did you know they're famous for their healing properties? To wrap up the day, we'll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

We'll be back in Cartagena de Indias 8 hours later.

Turbaco Day Trip + Botanical Garden

We'll meet by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena at the designated time. Off to Turbaco!

Once there, we'll spend 2 hours on a guided visit of this town. We'll see its church, walk through its main streets, and stop by the Museo Yurbaco, where the region's rich history is preserved.

Next, we'll visit the Guillermo Piñeres Botanical Garden, just outside Turbaco. We'll stroll through this nature reserve to discover the flora of the Colombian Caribbean, home to over 300 plant species!

We'll spend about 2 hours at the botanical garden. During this time, we'll also take in a majestic natural forest, trails, natural springs, birds, squirrels, iguanas, red howler monkeys, and other animals that will bring you even closer to nature.

The day's last stop will be at a local restaurant, where we'll enjoy a delicious typical lunch with a drink. The perfect way to end the day!

Turbaco Day Trip + Macondo Farm

After meeting by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena, we'll set off for Turbaco. Let's go!

First, we'll take a brief 1-hour walk through the historic center. We'll also visit the Museo Yurbaco to learn more about local culture.

Later, we'll travel to Macondo Farm, a natural setting perfect for adventure and entertainment. Here, you can enjoy different activities, like off-roading vehicles, horseback riding, target shooting, or the pool.

Afterward, you'll enjoy a typical lunch at Macondo Farm, made with fresh ingredients from the region. The menu includes options like fish or Creole-style meat, coconut rice, patacones, fresh salad, and fresh juice.

After lunch, you can keep enjoying Macondo Farm's facilities and activities. Finally, we'll head back to your hotel in Cartagena de Indias, wrapping up this 8-hour day trip.

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Caribbean nature and history come together on this day trip to Turbaco from Cartagena. Get ready to travel back to the 16th century and discover the origins of this town. Coming along?

Day Trip Options

When you book, you can choose between the following Turbaco day trip options:

Turbaco Day Trip + Mud Pools

We'll meet by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena de Indias at the designated time. From there, we'll board a minibus for the 1-hour drive to Turbaco.

We'll be back in Cartagena de Indias 8 hours later.

Turbaco Day Trip + Botanical Garden

We'll meet by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena at the designated time. Off to Turbaco!

Once there, we'll spend 2 hours on a guided visit of this town. We'll see its church, walk through its main streets, and stop by the Museo Yurbaco, where the region's rich history is preserved.

The day's last stop will be at a local restaurant, where we'll enjoy a delicious typical lunch with a drink. The perfect way to end the day!

Turbaco Day Trip + Macondo Farm

After meeting by Torre del Reloj in Cartagena, we'll set off for Turbaco. Let's go!

First, we'll take a brief 1-hour walk through the historic center. We'll also visit the Museo Yurbaco to learn more about local culture.

After lunch, you can keep enjoying Macondo Farm's facilities and activities. Finally, we'll head back to your hotel in Cartagena de Indias, wrapping up this 8-hour day trip.

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