Colombia is one of the most privileged countries in the world in various aspects such as its fauna and flora; but, focused on how rich it is in terms of its water sources, it is important to mention that it has sovereignty over the Caribbean Sea, the Pacific Ocean, the Amazon jungle, the Orinoco basin, the Andes and the diverse number of rivers that flow find in the country. However, focused on its maritime coasts, it makes Colombia one of the most requested destinations not only for international trade due to its ports; but also to rent a boat and visit some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, without detracting from other countries that have beauty in their landscapes, in Colombia there are a diversity of beaches for all tastes, both to share with the family to a nudist beach that you can find near the Tayrona park (it is the only beach where you can do this activity in Colombia) called Boca del Saco.
In addition, as the years have passed, this country has strengthened in tourism, leaving aside the mistaken idea of what Colombia was like in its antiquity, which made tourists afraid to visit the country; however, this perspective has changed and each time it becomes a sought-after destination for various activities (to spend vacations, get married, do ecotourism, do aquatic activities, get to know different cultures, enjoy their food); Among other things, Colombia has become a popular destination for boat rentals due to its beautiful landscapes, crystal clear waters that bathe the impressive beaches of the cities.
So, if you are thinking of visiting the country or visiting the coast, whether you are a foreigner, a Colombian from the interior of the country or you are a local (from the Colombian coast) and you would like to have the experience of renting a yacht in Colombia , you should know that the cities where these services are offered to a greater extent are in Cartagena, Santa Marta and San Andrés. In any of these three cities you will have the opportunity to enjoy from another perspective the incredible views that nature offers, the breeze, the sun and the company with which you have decided to take the yacht tour .
You should know that there are a variety of yachts that you can rent according to the capacity of people who wish to take the boat ride, which can be up to approximately 40 people on board. But, you may wonder, what do I do if I want to celebrate an event on board a yacht and there are many more people? Don't worry, there are larger boats that are catamarans. A catamaran can have the capacity of up to 200 people on board. Now, it also depends on the city where you decide to carry out the activity. For example, you can rent a yacht in Cartagena , which is the city where there is the greatest variety of large boats ideal for holding all kinds of events. However, a cheaper option, while still being very good, is to rent a yacht in Santa Marta , a very privileged city surrounded by mountains as it has the Sierra Nevada and the Caribbean Sea, it has the beautiful beaches of the Tayrona Park that are a excellent alternative. On the other hand, although with fewer options to choose from, but with paradisiacal beaches, you also have the option of renting a yacht in San Andrés . On this Colombian island, there are few yacht alternatives to choose from, but with a great variety to navigate. on the island the private way is via a pontoon.
On the other hand, both small and large yachts have at least one room, either with a double bed, with a bunk bed or with two single beds, they have at least one complete bathroom, a living room with sofas and an outdoor area to enjoy the trip to the sea. fresh air, sunbathing and everything you need to have a pleasant stay on board while you explore the most popular aquatic spots in the area. Also, the largest boats have facilities to dance, watch television, larger kitchens; that is to say, exterior and interior installations with great amplitude.
Another point is that, it is already known that yacht charter is not cheap; therefore, it is not a service that a person every day; In fact, this is why when people decide to carry out this type of experience, they do it "with all the laws" that is, they try to rent the most luxurious, include other additional services (such as including meals, drinks, DJ, decorations, etc) or celebrate a special occasion. However, you can find some yachts that are cheaper than others, depending of course on the capacity they have, if their finishes are much more luxurious than others, and on the routes that are taken.
For example, in Santa Marta, tours that go to the local beaches (ie: Rodadero, Inca Inca, Playa Blanca, Cabo Tortuga, Taganga, Playa Grande, Granate, El Bajo) are cheaper than tours that go to the Tayrona park beaches (Bahía Concha, Playa Cristal, Cinto, Neguanje, Cabo San Juan, the latter being the most expensive of all). Likewise, giving an example of San Andrés, the rental of the boat can sometimes be discounted if there are few passengers; but in Santa Marta and Cartagena, there is no discount for that reason; So, they are factors that you must take into account before renting the boat.
Currently, you can find a wide variety of yachts for rent in Colombia, either for a full day or "full day" which is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The price is usually only the rental (that is, the boat is clearly ), at noon passengers are taken to a restaurant where it is an extra service that must be paid for by you, unless at the time of booking, you have paid for lunches. But, you can also rent the boat for hours (either 2, 3, or 4 hours) that are only done at night from 6:00 PM; since, the previous services (full day) culminate at 5:00 in the afternoon and the boat must be cleaned and organized for the next service, which in this case would be at 6:00 in the afternoon; This is why the hourly tours are not made during the day. Unless, there are boats that do because they do not have any day reservation.
Recommendations for renting a yacht in Colombia
The first thing you should do to rent a boat is to find a page or agency that gives you confidence and gives you all the information you need to find the yacht, speedboat, sailboat or pontoon that best suits your requirements.
Once you have the boat that has caught your attention, you should check the terms and conditions of the service, which services are included in the rental price and which are not, and the cancellation policies.
Then, when you have made the payment for the reservation, you must request that a service order be sent to you or proof that your reservation is made and that you already have that boat “insured” for the day you requested it. It must be taken into account that there may be situations that cause the boat to be replaced or to be changed on the day of the reservation; For example, when the boat you rented, after the day of your departure, suffers some damage and must enter maintenance or when the weather does not allow the boats to leave the dock for the safety of the passengers because it becomes very dangerous and it is preferred to avoid taking that risk to safeguard people's lives. Then, you can change the boat for a similar one, modify the departure date or, ultimately, make a refund of the money.
In addition, it is important to have kept in mind what the terms of the cancellation policies are; since, not every time a refund of 100% of the money is made; Otherwise, it depends on how far in advance it is, the closer the departure date, the less money is returned when the cancellation is made by the client.
Also, on the day of the boat tour, you should dress in comfortable clothes and shoes, be prepared with sunscreen, arrive at the starting point a few minutes in advance and once inside the boat, avoid getting drunk (or overdosing with alcoholic beverages). Do not use drugs, avoid doing tricks or sudden movements in the boat, do not jump into the water unless the captain tells you to, do not throw garbage or any element into the water or in any part of the boat; also, if the use of the stove is allowed, be careful when using it; among other things, you must follow the instructions of the captain and before wanting to do anything, consult him. This, to avoid any unfortunate situation on the boat.