National Aviary & Baru Island Adventure

From$72.35
8 hours
Cartagena, Colombia

About this activity

Experience Colombia's rich biodiversity at the National Aviary, then unwind at Mambo Beach Club on Playa Blanca, all with convenient round-trip transportation from Cartagena.

Highlights

  • Explore Colombia's National Aviary
  • Relax at Mambo Beach Club
  • Enjoy round-trip transportation from Cartagena
  • Discover diverse bird species
  • Experience the beauty of Playa Blanca

Full description

Immerse yourself in Colombia's natural wonders with this exciting day trip from Cartagena. Begin your adventure at the National Aviary of Colombia, home to a vast array of native and exotic bird species. Wander through lush habitats and observe these magnificent creatures up close. After your avian encounter, head to Mambo Beach Club at Playa Blanca, a pristine stretch of white sand and clear waters. Here, you can relax, swim, or indulge in local cuisine. This tour offers a perfect blend of wildlife exploration and beach relaxation, all with comfortable round-trip transportation from Cartagena. Don't miss this unforgettable Colombian experience!

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Cartagena
  • Admission to the National Aviary of Colombia
  • Access to Mambo Beach Club at Playa Blanca
  • Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary

Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour operates with a maximum of 55 travelers, ensuring a comfortable experience for all participants.
  • Hotel rooms are designed for 1-4 guests, offering: Two Full/Double beds OR one King/Queen bed (based on availability).
  • Please contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 6:30am at Washington D.C. (Shakespeare Theatre)--610 F Street NW, Washington D.C.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and beach activities.
  • Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a hat to protect against the sun.
  • Carry cash for optional purchases or tips, as credit cards may not be accepted at all locations.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Infants Required On Laps

Traveler reviews

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Aviary is incredible. Excellent tour, well worth it

Fantastic experience! The aviary was a once in a lifetime kind of experience. The variety of birds is spectacular, beautiful natural environment, a must see. Baru is beautiful as always, crowded on a Sunday but part of the deal. The guide was very well organized, friendly, professional. They take very good care of you, Sergio was awesome. Bus was comfortable with good AC. You do need to pay extra to get the loungers close to the beach at Club Mambo but it was worth it. Food was very good. All in all a terrific experience for the cost and well worth it.

adamdheyesJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Good option.

Excellent service. I liked it a lot.

K3569QOgustavobJul 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

If Wi-Fi had worked, my experience would have been enhanced

Could not get Wi-Fi to connect and all the signs were predominantly in Spanish. So it was like going to a Spaniel ah language bird exhibit. Bird show at end was completely Spanish. Would have been helpful to have language translation which would have been possible if Wi-Fi was connected.

Guide828379Mar 7, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent excursion

Inexpensive - excellent value for a day trip to the aviary and playa Blanca. Trip is well organized, on time, and the guide Miguel/Mike was very knowledgeable, speaks excellent English, and has a very good way with people. Aviary is absolutely worth it and does excellent work as a shelter for trafficked birds. Beach club food options with the allowance are all very good though you can pay more for other options. No hidden costs or bad surprises. The bus is old and the ac is not super powerful, but it’s fine. Very happy with this trip.

jamesdM6886LSMar 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Its not the best but it is ok

The avary had so many different kinds of birds. The beach was nice. Lunch was so so but okay. The van ride was so so.

Alberto_DNov 28, 2025VIATOR