Last checked: 25 October 2026 by Lia. Sources: El Universal, “Zarpes no autorizados afectan recaudo en Parque Corales del Rosario” (5 July 2026), citing Parques Nacionales Naturales, Corpoturismo and DIMAR. Hero photo: P R, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Key facts
Budget for the boat, then add three separate charges. The photos leave those out. The receipt will not.
| Charge (2026) | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Park entry | 13,500 COP | Parques Nacionales Naturales (collected at La Bodeguita or online) |
| Pier fee | 18,000 COP | Corpoturismo, at La Bodeguita |
| Insurance | 8,800 COP | Mandatory under Resolution 273 of 2024 |
| Boat | Varies | Your operator |
Piers
The maritime authority (DIMAR) lists these piers as authorised for commercial passenger boats: La Bodeguita, Muelle de Madera-Pegasos, Club Náutico, Club de Pesca, Marina Rosales, Marina Santa Cruz and Marina Náutica Integral. Jetties in Manga, Bocagrande and Castillogrande are for leisure boats only. If you leave from somewhere other than La Bodeguita, you can still pay the park fee online.
Types of trip
- Group boat tours: stops at several islands, often with lunch and a beach stop, sometimes at Playa Blanca.
- Beach clubs: a boat and a day at one island club.
- Overnight stays: island hotels; see Barú and Rosario hotels.
What to check before booking
- The departure pier and whether fees and insurance are included.
- What lunch and drinks cost.
- Return time; seas can get rough in the afternoon.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Rosario Islands park fee?
13,500 COP per person in 2026.
Do I have to pay the pier fee?
Yes, if you depart from the Muelle La Bodeguita: 18,000 COP in 2026.
How long is the boat to the Rosario Islands?
About an hour, depending on the boat and the sea.
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