San Andrés excursion guide: tours and activities to enjoy the island
Organizing excursions in San Andrés can raise several questions: what activity to choose, how much to budget, and what should you confirm before booking? From Hotel Prixma, about a 2-minute walk from Spratt Bight beach and close to the town center, you can plan your days with access to various tour operators. Keep in mind that the meeting point may vary depending on the experience you choose.
What excursions can you do in San Andrés?
Boat trips allow you to explore keys, mangroves, and see the sea of seven colors. Some take up most of the day, while others leave time for the beach or town center. Prices are a guide, but may vary depending on the season, operator, and inclusions.
Excursion to the San Andrés Keys
The routes to El Acuario and Haynes Cay are usually among the most popular. The experience begins with the thrill of boarding the boat and feeling the breeze as you glide across the sea. Prices can range from approximately COP $65,000 to $150,000 per person, depending on the operator.
- For: couples and small groups of friends who want to spend part of the day exploring different places.
- Duration: This activity typically lasts approximately 6 to 9 hours, depending on the route and stops included. Upon arrival, you can walk in shallow waters, swim, snorkel, and observe marine life up close.
- Before booking: check what's included in the plan. Some operators include dock tax, food, and snorkeling equipment; others charge for everything separately.
Boat trip to San Andrés
The boat glides across the sea as the wind caresses your face and the colors of the water shift. Shared tours are available from approximately 80,000 to 100,000 COP per person, and private options are more expensive.
- For: small groups of friends looking for a dynamic experience and couples who want to see several points of the sea on the same tour.
- You must confirm: number of stops, vessel capacity, safety equipment included and duration of the activity.
- Please note: sea conditions may affect the route and schedule. Before paying, please check the operator's policy and what happens in case of changes or cancellations.
Catamaran in San Andrés
It offers a different way to sail: the gentle rocking of the boat, the sound of the sea, and the open horizon invite you to disconnect. Experiences are available for approximately COP $220,000 per person. The price depends on the operator, schedule, duration, and inclusions.
- For: couples, families or groups of friends looking to enjoy sailing, admire the scenery and spend a peaceful day at sea.
- Confirm: what the experience includes, especially drinks, food, music, and stops for swimming or snorkeling.
- Duration: depends on the operator and the route; there are departures of a few hours and others that take up part of the day.
Not all tours include the same things. Before choosing a tour in San Andrés, ask what the price covers, the departure point, and what happens if sea conditions require a change to the route. By booking excursions from Hotel Prixma, you can plan each trip in advance and return to our themed rooms, where you can relax and recharge.
Water sports in San Andrés
Water sports in San Andrés transform your relationship with the sea: you can breathe underwater, observe the reef from the surface, or paddle through mangroves. The choice depends on how you want to experience this part of the island.
Diving in San Andrés
Beneath the surface, the Caribbean transforms: the sounds are faint, the sea becomes calmer, and fish and coral appear that go unnoticed from the beach. If you've never dived before, you can have an introductory dive with an instructor. Prices typically start at around COP $160,000 and can exceed COP $250,000 depending on the option.
- For: young tourists, couples and friends who want to add a more adventurous experience to their trip.
- Level: No certification is required for an introductory experience, but you must complete an induction.
- Before booking: confirm equipment, instructor accompaniment, insurance, planned depth, and any health restrictions.
Snorkeling in San Andrés
With a mask and snorkel, you can observe fish and explore coral reefs just a few meters below the surface. Feel the movement of the sea, the breeze, and the freedom of exploring without a tank. Prices range from approximately $60,000 to $160,000 COP, depending on transportation, equipment, and the tour.
- For: couples and small groups of friends who want to get closer to marine life without spending several hours diving.
- Equipment: Please confirm if mask, snorkel, fins and vest are included.
Observing is caring. Keep your distance and avoid touching marine life; let the underwater landscape remain a part of your next excursions in San Andrés.
Kayak San Andrés
Paddling on calm waters allows you to explore the surroundings at a leisurely pace. Kayak tours in areas like Old Point combine mangrove exploration with nature observation. Some experiences are priced between approximately $200,000 and $240,000 COP.
- For: couples or two friends who want an experience connected with the landscape.
- Duration: some tours take around two hours.
- Before booking: check weight allowance, guide accompaniment, entry point and safety equipment.
Prixma San Andrés' proximity to Spratt Bight allows you to return, change, and enjoy a different pace at the end of the day. Take a break at Restaurante Culturas to recharge and let the island surprise you from your table.
Plan your excursions in San Andrés from Prixma
Organizing your activities in advance allows you to combine diving, cays and sailing without losing the rhythm of the trip.
At Hotel Prixma, our themed rooms welcome you to relax, while our Culturas Restaurant adds flavor to the end of your day. Book directly with Prixma and secure a place near the sea where you can return to unwind. Don't miss our special offers!
