TRAVEL continued daily cost of US$50 for meals, transportation, and miscel- laneous. Expense: Cartagena is very reasonable in Caribbean-terms for div- ing costs. The cost of a 2-tank boat dive from Cartagena
The cost of a flight from Miami to Cartagena is approx- imately US$100, while it is around US$400 from Washing- ton. The flight duration varies based on the city of departure. For instance, the flight from Miami to Carta- gena takes roughly 3 hours, whereas it takes about 7 hours from Washington. Conclusion:
Divers is US$100 per diver, and their boats can accomodate 12 divers. Dive centers generally offer a 10% commission plus one comp space for
As with all destinations in the Caribbean, it is good practice to plan and contact a dive center in the re- gion, like Cartagena Divers. The best season to visit and dive there is from around December to around April, the dry season. Remember that all coasts suffer from run-off from rivers that create sediments along the coast. Cartagena has a Colonial Historic
a group of 11 divers. How to get there:
Several airlines fly from the USA to Colombia, in- cluding JetBlue, Copa Air-
Crystal-Clear Waters of the Rosarios Islands
lines, LATAM Airlines, Delta Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. With this range of options, you have a choice of a few de- parture cities: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Or- lando, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. Some offer direct routes, while others, you need to make connections, potentially to Miami or Panama City. Cartagena has an international air- port, Rafael Núñez, that offers many services for travelers. Generally, travelers don't need a visa for short stays, but you need an onward ticket and a valid passport.
charm like no other, is accessible from the US, and has a vibrant culture, atmosphere, and cuisine. Overall, it is a top-notch destination for divers who want to mix land ac- tivities with a superb diving destination. It's a win-win for all your senses!
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