Discover Cartagena with ease and peace of mind thanks to our private transportation service.
Your Reliable Transportation in Cartagena
Discover Cartagena with ease and peace of mind thanks to our Private Transportation Service, designed for travelers who value comfort, reliability, and personalized attention. Whether you are arriving at Rafael Núñez International Airport, planning a city tour, or organizing a group trip to top destinations like Playa Blanca, Barú, or the Rosario Islands, our private, air-conditioned vehicles are at your service. We adapt to your needs, so you can explore Cartagena your way—on time, in style, and stress-free.
🌟 Who Is This Service For?
Our private transportation is ideal for a variety of travelers seeking comfort and convenience.
First-time visitors
Who want a hassle-free welcome to Cartagena.
Families with children or seniors
Needing safe, comfortable rides with extra care.
Groups attending events
Such as weddings, corporate retreats, or special occasions.
Travelers with a full itinerary
Looking for efficiency and comfort to maximize their time.
Key Features of Our Service
Designed to offer you the best transportation experience in Cartagena.
Door-to-Door Service
Flexible Hours
Bilingual Assistance
Accessibility
Secure Payments
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer airport transfers in Cartagena?
Yes, we offer safe and reliable airport transfers from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) to any hotel in the Walled City, Bocagrande, or beyond.
Why book private transportation instead of yellow taxis?
Private transport offers guaranteed safety, air conditioning, fixed pricing without haggling, and professional drivers waiting for you directly with a sign.
Can I hire a driver for the whole day in Cartagena?
Yes, we offer hourly and daily chauffeur services, which is perfect if you have multiple meetings, shopping stops, or want to explore outside the city at your own pace.
How do I recognize my driver at the airport or cruise port?
Our drivers will be waiting for you at the arrivals gate holding a customized sign with your name or group name for easy identification.
Are your vehicles air-conditioned?
Absolutely. All our vehicles, from sedans to full-size vans, feature strong air conditioning, which is essential for Cartagena's tropical climate.
Can you accommodate a large group with luggage?
Yes, we have a diverse fleet of vehicles. For larger groups, we use spacious vans or mini-buses that can comfortably carry all passengers and their luggage.
Is the transportation service available 24/7?
Yes, we coordinate arrivals and departures at any hour of the day or night, as long as the service is pre-booked.
Do the drivers speak English?
While not all standard drivers are fully bilingual, we can provide a bilingual driver or assign an English-speaking guide to accompany your transfer if requested.
Can you take us to Playa Blanca or Baru?
Yes, we provide round-trip private transport to Baru and Playa Blanca, giving you the flexibility to return to the city whenever you like.
Are the vehicles insured and regulated?
Yes, all our transportation partners comply with strict Colombian tourism and transit regulations, fully insured for your complete peace of mind.
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★★★★★ February 2026
"Sightseeing tour of Cartagena by car"
I am grateful to Martin and our guide Margarita for organizing a wonderful private sightseeing tour of Cartagena by car. Martin was the only organizer who provided a very clear description of the service, a transparent p…
My husband and I took a cruise to Cartagena and contacted Martin to be our tour guide. Neither one of us can walk far — we use scooters. Martin and his staff got the scooters into his car and off we went for four wonderf…
Our family of four had a very interesting private tour of most of Cartagena's touristic sites, very well organized by Mildred. A comfortable car, a great driver and Jaime — the perfect guide for such a tour. We had a lot…
Initial contact was with Mildred who was very helpful. Her husband Martin was the guide — very knowledgeable, and the driver was very good. We were able to visit the aviary and even got in a few minutes before it opened,…
Perfect Cruise Excursion in Cartagena. Wonderful, Informative Tour from Start to Finish. Great Way to See Cartagena in One Day. Outstanding Service and Knowledgeable Guide. Stress-Free and Well Organized Experience. A Mu…
Martin was so easy to contact and gave us a wonderful experience. Saw some amazing sights and we were looked after very well. Our group were travelling on a world cruise and were very happy to get such a reasonable rate.…
Martin was a very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide! We really enjoyed the walking tour — and it was 45 degrees outside! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cartagena.
This was the second time in 3 months that we took this tour with Señor Martin — first in Dec. 2024 with my wife, and now in March 2025 with my son. Señor Martin is very knowledgeable, very kind, his English is very good.…
Martin was fantastic! He customized a tour for our 2 families. We only had 4 hours to see the city and he picked us up from the airport, gave us a 3-hour tour of the city and transported us an hour to our hotel in Baru. …
Highly recommend Martin and Cartagena Tour Guides. Martin was easy to communicate with via email. For the day of the tour, we were set up with JJ (Jacinto) and he was terrific! He knew so much about Cartagena and was ver…
Don Martín tiene un gran conocimiento de la ciudad y de su historia. Nos dio un tour sumamente completo, lleno de explicaciones sobre la historia de Cartagena y sobre su vida actual. Sin duda es una forma muy completa de…
"Fantastic, incredibly accommodating and great atmosphere"
Martin is amazing. We booked a private tour of Cartagena with only ten hours' notice, after midnight, via WhatsApp. He picked up our party of 7 (3 generations of family) in a luxurious, air-conditioned van, holding up a …
I cannot recommend Martin highly enough! I am in a wheelchair due to a spinal cord injury. Martin secured a vehicle I could get in and out of with assistance. The elevator at the monastery had been knocked out by lightni…
En los 10 días de estadía en Cartagena hemos compartido muchas excursiones las cuales fueron acompañadas por distintos guías de los cuales sólo puedo decir que son personas con mucho carisma, muy amables y serviciales. T…
Martin was a great guide. The entire family enjoyed our two-hour walking tour of the old city. Highly recommend it if you are planning a visit to Cartagena.
We had an outstanding tour with Martin. He showed us the best of Cartagena as well as some unique areas. We highly recommend Martin — we had a nice time. Driving in an air-conditioned vehicle was also a comfort. Thank yo…
Eduardo did an amazing job during our touring around Cartagena. We have 2 kids and he really took them into consideration during the tour regarding content, stamina and the heat! Highly recommend.
We had a great guide called David — really interesting facts and took us to a tasty ice cream shop! Great city, would recommend a visit. We were on a cruise and ended with a walk through a wonderful bird sanctuary with l…
Great Tour around and through the beautiful Old City of Cartagena, with one of the greatest guides — Captain Kirk! Very good explanations about the city and visit of some special places away from the typical tourist spot…
Excellent tour with much consideration for elderly guests, such as not walking to the top of the fort. He kept a great pace to see as much as we could in the time the cruise ship allowed, yet provided needed breaks at so…
El día de hoy tuvimos el placer de tomar un tour en la ciudad de Cartagena de Indias con Cartagena Tour Guides y fue de lo mejor. Martin Rosales nos recibió en el puerto de cruceros e iniciamos nuestro tour en un auto pr…
I booked this tour through Martin Rosales and received prompt replies to all correspondence. We were 17 people from a cruise ship wanting a private tour. David was our guide and William our driver. We had a lovely tour o…
We returned this past November and did a tour again with Martin. It was a very nice day spent with Martin and his driver. We were not rushed in any way — we avoided the crowds and had a very nice day. As we will be retur…
My husband and I opted for the private Taste & Eat Cartagena food tour and it was well worth it. I definitely recommend going on an empty stomach as you are eating throughout the tour. The first thing we ate were arepas …
My only regret about our tour with Martin is that we didn't book it for the first day of our trip! Martin is a local and he knows so much about Cartagena. He responded to my request within an hour, and we scheduled a tou…
I must praise Martin Rosales on how quickly he responded to my frantic email trying to arrange a private tour with a walker only 4 days before we needed it. Martin came through with a wonderful guide JZ and driver Oscar.…
Martin Rosales is a 'Cartagenero' — he has lived here all his life as has his family. He is extremely knowledgeable and speaks very good English. My wife and I booked a private tour and he and his driver picked us up at …
