The San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour promises an immersive nature experience for adventurous travelers. Departing from the Muelle de la policia, this 5-hour excursion whisks participants away on an airboat ride to the Natural Aquarium, where they’ll discover the diverse marine life through a guided tour. But the adventure doesn’t end there – visitors can also enjoy a glass bottom boat ride and explore the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, all while learning about the importance of preserving the local ecosystem. With an affordable price tag of $26.59 per person, this tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature in the heart of San Andres.
Key Points
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This 5-hour premium tour in San Andres provides a comprehensive experience, including an airboat ride, a guided aquarium tour, and a mangrove exploration.
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The tour offers language options in Spanish and English, and features a glass bottom boat tour to observe marine life in their natural habitat.
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The tour emphasizes ecological awareness and sustainability, with a focus on non-interactive activities to protect the local marine ecosystem.
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Customers can enjoy a scenic bay walk and learn about the importance of the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point during the guided mangrove tour.
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The tour includes round-trip airboat transportation, as well as access to the Natural Aquarium, stingray watching, and a guided educational experience.
Tour Overview
The San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour is priced from $26.59 per person and lasts for 5 hours, offering the choice of Spanish or English as the tour language.
Travelers can cancel their reservations up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and they can also reserve their spot without payment.
The tour starts at Muelle de la policia, where guests will enjoy a 15-minute airboat ride and a 25-minute guided tour of the Acuario San Andres.
After the aquarium visit, the tour continues with a 1-hour guided tour of the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, followed by an airboat ride back to the starting point.
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Itinerary
Starting from Muelle de la policia, the tour begins with a 15-minute airboat ride.
Next, guests embark on a 25-minute guided tour of the Acuario San Andres, where they can observe the facility’s diverse marine life.
Afterward, visitors have the option to spend up to 6 hours exploring the aquarium and its surroundings at their own pace.
The tour culminates with a 1-hour guided tour of the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, showcasing the area’s scenic mangrove ecosystem.
The final leg of the journey involves an airboat ride back to the starting point at Muelle de la policia.
The itinerary includes:
- Airboat ride to Acuario San Andres
- Guided tour of the Acuario San Andres
- Optional self-guided exploration of the aquarium
- Guided tour of Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point
Experience Highlights
With a glass bottom boat tour, visitors can observe the fish and manta rays in their natural habitat at the Acuario San Andres. This tour focuses on ecological awareness, avoiding interactive activities that endanger marine species.
After the boat ride, there’s a scenic bay walk and mangrove tour, emphasizing the importance of the ecosystem. The experience highlights the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the aquarium and surrounding areas without interfering with the marine life.
This premium tour provides a well-balanced and informative experience that fosters environmental consciousness while allowing visitors to enjoy the natural wonders of San Andres.
Inclusions
This tour includes a transfer by boat to the Natural Aquarium. Guests will enjoy a glass bottom boat tour, providing an opportunity to observe fish and manta rays in their natural habitat.
The package also includes:
- A stay at the Natural Aquarium to soak in the beauty of the ecosystem
- Stingray watching, allowing visitors to witness these captivating creatures up close
- A scenic bay walk, highlighting the importance of the surrounding mangrove environment
- A guided tour through the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, educating visitors on the vital role of this ecosystem.
The tour also includes a dock tax of 5,000 COP / 2 USD.
More Great Thing To Do NearbyImportant Information
Preparation is key for an enjoyable and seamless tour experience.
Visitors are advised to wear beachwear for the San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour. Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited during the tour.
Guests should arrive at the meeting point, the Muelle de la policia dock, and ask for Kevin Calvo. The tour operator will confirm the activity one day before the reserved date via WhatsApp.
This ensures participants are well-informed and ready to embark on an immersive exploration of the Natural Aquarium and the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point.
With these practical tips, travelers can make the most of this premium tour in San Andres.
Customer Reviews
Customers who’ve experienced the San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour rave about its professionalism and overall quality.
With a perfect 5/5 rating based on one review, the tour has impressed visitors.
The highlights of the customer experience include:
- The guide’s expertise and attention to ecological awareness.
- The stunning natural beauty of the mangrove tour and bay walk.
- The chance to observe marine life in their natural habitat.
- The seamless organization and punctual transportation.
Getting There
Visitors can head to the Muelle de la policia, the designated meeting point, to kick off the San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour.
Once there, they’ll meet their guide, Kevin Calvo, who’ll provide confirmation of the activity.
The tour starts with a 15-minute airboat ride to the Natural Aquarium. Along the way, guests can admire the scenic bay and prepare to explore the aquarium’s marine life.
The return journey back to the meeting point uses the same mode of transportation.
With clear instructions and a reliable meeting point, getting to and from the tour is a seamless experience for participants.
Additional Details
The tour operator places a strong emphasis on ecological awareness and sustainability.
This is evident in the experiences offered, which focus on observing marine life in their natural habitat without interactive activities that endanger the species.
Highlights of the tour include:
- A glass bottom boat ride that allows visitors to witness the underwater wonders of the aquarium.
- Opportunities to observe fish and manta rays in their natural environment.
- A scenic bay walk and mangrove tour, which showcase the importance of the local ecosystem.
- A guided tour of the Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, providing an in-depth understanding of the area’s biodiversity.
Recap
The San Andres: Acuario Key Premium Tour offers an immersive 5-hour experience for nature enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy a scenic airboat ride, guided tours of the Natural Aquarium and Parque Nacional Manglares de Old Point, and a glass bottom boat ride, all while learning about the importance of preserving the local ecosystem. This tour provides an unforgettable opportunity to connect with the natural wonders of San Andres.
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