Isla Kalua Isla Kalua is one of Colombia's coolest rentals, built in the shallow waters of the Caribbean Sea. It's where you can take all your friends and chill in a scenic spot surrounded by water. Dance all night long, have a tasty breakfast prepped by the chefs, and dip into the water whenever you like. The island is all yours!
The tropical-style buildings have thatched roofs and line up on the tiny artificial island made of rocks. An amazing pool faces the sea on both sides. Here, you can have perfect sunsets and sunrises, as nothing blocks your view.
There are two ways to reach this Caribbean paradise. You can take a ferry from Cartagena to Baru and then transfer to a small boat, "lancha pequeña," which takes a total of about 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can charter a larger boat directly from Cartagena, which will get you there in just 45 minutes.
The on-site staff will take good care of you. Among them are chefs who prepare the food, and you can get wellness treatments. The most interesting one is the "cocotherapy", which has nothing to do with the white powder product of Latin America. It's a full-body cover with sea salts and shaved coconut flakes. Sounds delicious! However, if you get hungry, there are better things to eat.
The chefs can prepare five different breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
For breakfast, you can have fresh fruits, various styles of eggs, and empanadas. Lunch features seafood (catch of the day) served with rice or, as an alternative, chicken. Dinner offers the most variety, with choices ranging from tacos to grilled salmon.
The chefs can accommodate vegetarians. You will also receive snacks, freshly squeezed juices, and alcoholic drinks (wines, beer, and prosecco).
The villa has two bathrooms and four bedrooms. Three have queen/king-sized beds for couples, and there is a room with four beds for all your single friends.
The price per night is for the entire villa, including breakfast/lunch/dinner, and accommodation for up to 20 people.
You can personalize your stay and book the following activities:
• yoga classes
• paddle boarding
• kitesurfing
• scuba diving
• kayaking
• massages
• snorkeling with a guide
If you are traveling alone or find the price for renting Isla Kalua too high, there is a nearby hostel on its own island where you can have a similar experience shared with other travelers - Casa en el Agua.
