Cartagena Fishing and Crabbing: Dive Into a Unique Local Lifestyle with Lunch Included

Immerse yourself in the unique local lifestyle of Cartagena with this fishing and crabbing adventure. Engage in authentic activities, explore stunning mangroves, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Restaurante donde el ñato - Welcome to the stunning Cienega de la Virgen lagoon, a wildlife-rich environment filled with beautiful mangroves. Climb aboard a sturdy canoe and participate in the local art of crabbing, net fishing, and bird-watching, exploring the enchanting mangrove tunnels. During your adventure, an experienced guide will teach you…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch included
  • Canoeing equipment
  • Crab traps and bait
  • Fishing net provided
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • There is an optional pitstop at a small island that charges 10,000 Colombian pesos per person.
  • There is an optional crab cooking service for $12 USD per group.
Additional Information

Experience this unique Cartagena fishing and crabbing adventure in the capable hands of a skilled local fisherman and guide. Immerse yourself in a shallow lagoon teeming with wildlife and stunning mangroves, a rarity in many tourist spots.
Engage in the Cartagena fishing and crabbing culture through crabbing, net fishing, and bird-watching—an authentic…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dale_d
May 27, 2025
Great experience - I had no idea what to expect. The main office was with us every step of the way - told us who was picking us up. The fishing and lunch (worth the extra money) was terrific.
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Joshua_g
May 24, 2025
Strong Recommendation - The entire experience was amazing. I have nothing but good things to say about the every aspect of this tour. The guide and translator were both fantastic. This is also ran by locals and you will be contributing to the people here in Cartagena rather than lining the pockets of a large company.
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Byron_c
May 8, 2025
Great adventure in nature - Great “live like a local” tour. Nothing contrived. Felt like I was treated like a villager fisherman doing what he would normally do. Andres was super as a translator and Miguel was a considerate driver. It was a little intimidating seeing some of the seedier parts of the city but felt very safe with Miguel and Andres. The restaurant was a large palapa where locals would hang out. The crabbing and net throwing experience was fun and the mangroves were absolutely stunning. I would skip the optional “island” visit which was the only time I felt touristed. Highly recommend.
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Vanessa_l
Apr 27, 2025
La Boquilla- Truly immersive never forget excursion opportunity - What a great immersive experience… probably the best excursion I’ve ever participated in… so unique, fun, and exciting… everyone was super nice and welcoming. Great communication with planning ahead of time and perfectly planned and timed to experience everything. Highly recommend will not disappoint… I’d do this again with family!
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Aaliyah_g
Apr 24, 2025
Wonderful trip fishing - We had a great time fishing and crabbing. It was the highlight of our trip to Cartagena. So relaxing!! The lunch on the beach was perfection. And the trip to the fish farm was wonderful and fun!! I highly recommend this experience for anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable activity.
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Cellacellaa
Apr 17, 2025
We loved this experience! A must do with the family!! - One of the best experiences. From the moment I purchased this experience, it was full communication with the company Everything Cartagena. Everything from exact pickup time which we got to choose down to a list of items to bring to additional experiences if we wanted. I was also given the option of having a translator at no extra cost which was so helpful. The actual experience was truly one of a kind. Learning to fish like the locals, and learning so much about the culture. We did go on the fish farm for a small extra charge and got to play with the drums and dance and hang out for a bit. At the end, we ended up at the beach and enjoyed the most delicious meal. Fish, rice, tostones and salad. Overall, everyone was so nice and we all had a great time. An absolute to do if nature is your calling and to have memories forever.
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Laurie_m
Apr 16, 2025
Amazing - Beautiful and fun morning in nature - Amazing experience. Everything is beautiful and so relaxing. We have a great time and it was one of our highlights of our trip.
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Megan_b
Mar 25, 2025
Peaceful, informative and fun tour with great people - Andres, our English speaking guide was a great host from start to finish. The trip was peaceful and informative set in a beautifully maintained backdrop. The local fisherman we met cared about their craft and respected their waters. The crab that we caught and ate were phenomenal. I would highly recommend this trip!
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Z7758jbdavidf
Mar 13, 2025
Excellent family activity! - We did fishing and crabbing through Everything Cartagena with my family, 2 boys ages 5 and 8. My kids caught lots of crabs and had a great time. They also really enjoyed seeing the mangroves and the fish / birds in them. Our guide was excellent! After we went to the beach where they cooked an excellent fish meal with the crabs we caught. My kids got to see how the crabs were cooked as well!
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Yerina_c
Mar 17, 2025
Average - It was ok. The fishermen was very nice and friendly. We rode in a small boat around a lake and learned to throw a net and the gages for the crabs. Not much was biting in that day but all and all it was nice. I gave it 3 stars cause I thought it was pricey for all that we did.
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From $69
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).