Cartagena Wedding Weekend: A 3-Day Plan with Prices

A Cartagena wedding weekend usually runs 3 days: a welcome party on a catamaran on day 1, the ceremony and reception on day 2 and an island day on day 3. Meanwhile, your guests stay in private villas in the Old City, a short walk from most venues. Also, one concierge team books all of it, so you only deal with one contact.

Prices in USD as of November 3, 2026, read live from our fleet and villa rates. However, prices vary by season. Also, boats include captain, crew, fuel, ice, soft drinks and taxes.

First, guests land at Rafael Núñez Airport, and a private car takes them to their villa or hotel. A car for up to 4 guests to Bocagrande starts at USD 49 one way. Then, at sunset, everyone boards a private catamaran for the welcome party on the bay.

Most ceremonies start between 4 and 6 PM, because that catches golden hour and avoids the midday heat. After that comes a cocktail hour, often in a different setting, and then dinner and dancing. However, in the Old City amplified music winds down by 1 AM. So a late party works better at an estate outside the walls.

An island day is the favorite ending. For example, a 65-foot party catamaran takes up to 56 guests to the Rosario Islands for swimming and lunch. Alternatively, a brunch at a villa or a beach club lets everyone rest before flying home. See our Rosario Islands day trips for ideas.

For December to April, book 9 to 12 months ahead, because it is the dry season and the busiest time of year. In contrast, November and May often allow 6 months. Also, the best villas for large groups sell out first, so lock those early. Meanwhile, January to March are driest and October is wettest in long-term averages from the World Meteorological Organization (IDEAM data).

1. First, message us on WhatsApp with your date, guest count and budget.
2. Then we send a 3-day plan with the venue, villas, boats and transfers.
3. After that, you hold your date with a deposit.
4. Finally, we send your guests a welcome guide with arrival details.

Also, before you decide, compare Cartagena wedding venues, check the legal steps to marry in Colombia and share our guest guide with your family and friends.