How to get to Isla Fuerte in the Colombian Caribbean and what to do

The Colombian Caribbean is characterized by being full of paradisiacal places where one can connect with the wonders of nature and where time takes on another dimension. Isla Fuerte is a clear example of these corners full of beauty that are hidden in this region of Colombia.

Isla Fuerte is a small piece of land located off the coast of the department of Córdoba south of the Gulf of Morrosquillo ; It is an almost unknown corner for most of the people, which makes it a more exotic and spectacular place. A long time ago, Isla Fuerte was inhabited by pirates and drug traffickers, but today, there are no more than residents who dedicate themselves to tourism and fishing and visitors.

Isla Fuerte is a highly recommended destination to visit if you want to know any of the islands of Colombia but that are not among the most visited. Read on and learn how to get there and what to do.

How to get to Isla Fuerte?

Isla Fuerte is the last island in the island system of Cartagena de Indias, however, the easiest way to get there is through Córdoba . To do this you have different options.

If you are in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali or one of the other cities in the interior of the country, your best option is to take a flight to the city of Montería , which can cost you 170,000 COP on average if you follow these tips to buy cheap tickets.

Once you are in Montería , you must go to the Transport terminal and take a bus to Lorica, which has a price of 15,000 COP and takes an hour to get there. Then, in Lorica you must take a taxi, a moto-taxi or a bus to Paso Nuevo , from where you must take the boat to Isla Fuerte . This has a value between 30,000 COP and 50,000 COP round trip depending on the season. Tip: Don't forget to haggle.

Now, if you are in a city on the Caribbean coast, your best option is to take a direct bus to Lorica that goes from 70,000 COP depending on your starting point. For example, from Santa Marta and Barranquilla the ticket costs 80,000 COP, but if you leave from Cartagena you will pay about 70,000 COP. This trip lasts between 6 and 8 hours.

Once in Lorica you must take the transport to Paso Nuevo and from there take the boat to Isla Fuerte , which after 25 minutes sailing through the open sea will leave you in this beautiful paradise.

What to do in Isla Fuerte?

Isla Fuerte is a heavenly place where you will find a perfect place to rest and relax, but also other attractions and things to do, such as seeing the Bonga; an amazing gigantic and very old tree that is truly amazing. There is also the gigantic Walking Tree, which is made of rubber and its branches are so large that they give the illusion that the tree is walking. Some of these have not reached the ground and are so strong that you can swing on them.

Likewise, one of the favorite activities to do in Isla Fuerte is to practice snorkeling or diving and let yourself be surprised by the incomparable and vast marine diversity that is found at the bottom of these crystal clear waters. Also, venture until you find Morgan's Cave and the Lighthouse of Death.

Recommendations to visit Isla Fuerte

• Take cash as there are no ATMs and you cannot pay with a card in the places that are on the beach.
• Bring enough drinking water because the water in Isla Fuerte is scarce and what they offer is boiled, which can be bad.
• Do not forget your items to protect yourself from the sun such as a hat, sunscreen, and glasses, as well as a bathing suit.
• Signal reception in Isla Fuerte may vary depending on the operator, the ones that work best are Tigo and Movistar.
• In Isla Fuerte you can find good options for both eating and sleeping , however it is important that you make your reservations in advance to stay, especially if you go in high season.