Дайв-сайты: Corales del Rosario National Park

The Islas del Rosario lie approximately 35 kilometres southwest of Cartagena, about 45 minutes to one hour by speedboat. Day trips are the most common way to visit, though some islands have small eco-lodges for overnight stays. The proximity to Cartagena makes this Colombia's most accessible coral reef diving destination.

The archipelago offers over 28 mapped dive sites catering to all levels. Shallow coral gardens at 5-12 metres are perfect for beginners and discovery divers. Intermediate divers enjoy the patch reefs and small walls at 15-25 metres. Advanced divers can explore the Cantil de Isla Pavitos wall dive dropping to 40 metres and the deeper sections of Salmedina Banks. Night dives reveal a completely different reef community.

The reefs within the Corales del Rosario y San Bernardo National Natural Park have benefited from decades of protection. While some areas near popular tourist stops show signs of stress from boat traffic and snorkeler contact, the dive sites further from day-trip zones remain in good condition. Conservation efforts have intensified in recent years, including coral restoration projects and stricter regulations on boat anchoring.