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 was nice to see...

Aviary was nice to see otherwise tour not good. Coach needs cleaning. Guide didn’t explain in English as booked. Lunch took forever & only fish at cost. There’s no choice without paying more. Seating is back away from beach where you can’t even see the water. I don’t recommend.

Jennifer_WOct 28, 2026VIATOR

A day with Birds and beaches

Getting picked up at the pegasus things seemed a bit chaotic. In the bus we drove directly to the aviary got dropped of and the bus drove on to Isla Baru beach. We spend almost 3 hours at the aviary, so plenty of time to see the birds on my own. Some were very tame. There was also time to see the bird show Then we got picked up to go to the beach and lunch. Even on a work day the beach was very crowded, but the water nicely warm. The included lunch delicious The tour was cheaper than just doing a trip to the aviary, so absolutly worth it

olesM7947ODOct 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Good mix of activities

After a 1 hour and 30 minute drive, the bird park was superb, 2 hours of wonder. Then at noon a short trip to "Playa Blanca", blue and warm water, good meal, good cocktails.

Laurent_LOct 3, 2026VIATOR

You have almost 3 hours ...

You have almost 3 hours in the aviary. So its possible to see the bird show The included food is good. Isla baru beach is very crowded

ole_sSep 14, 2026VIATOR

Amazing Aviary, Beach was fine

The aviary was so cool and it was so much fun to see all the different types of birds up close. Once we went to Baru, our lunch took a very long time, there were a lot of pushy vendors while we were trying to eat, and it didn't leave a whole lot of time for enjoying the beach. I do think that the bus/timing was well organized as much as the tour company could control, and when I asked for help with the lunch and the vendors, our guide did his best to support and help. Overall, I enjoyed the experience, but the beach experience wasn't ideal.

Aleena_HSep 2, 2026VIATOR