Johnny Cay Aquarium
Offshore 5 hrs
Snorkel and relax on a vibrant islet with crystal-clear waters and marine life.
Where to stay
Hotels in San Andres
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Spanish and Creole English
Local currency
COP
(COP)
Local time
(GMT-5)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
El Centro
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
10% for service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Rondón
Fried Fish with Patacones
Crab Empanadas
Coco Rice
When to visit San Andres
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February, December
Busiest: Dec-Jan, Jun-Jul
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Jan90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Feb90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Mar85
Dry, sunny, warm
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Apr80
Warm, less dry
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May70
Some rain, warm
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Jun75
Rainy, warm
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Jul80
Less rain, warm
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Aug65
Rainy, warm, hurricane risk
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Sept60
Rainy, warm, hurricane risk
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Oct65
Rainy, warm
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Nov75
Rainy, warm
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Dec90
Less rain, warm
Things to do in San Andres
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
El Acuario (Rose Cay)
Offshore 3 hrs
Walk on a shallow sandbank and snorkel among abundant marine life.
Mangrove Tour
Lagoon 2 hrs
Navigate through serene mangrove tunnels, observing diverse birdlife.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Cueva de Morgan
West Side 1 hr
Explore a legendary pirate cave steeped in local folklore and history.
La Piscinita
West Side 1.5 hrs
Swim and snorkel in a natural ocean pool teeming with colorful fish.
Any time of day
2 places
Hoyo Soplador
South End 0.5 hrs
Witness a natural blowhole that erupts water high into the air.
Golf Cart Island Tour
Island-wide 4 hrs
Rent a golf cart and explore the entire island at your own pace.
Things to book
Tours and activities in San Andres
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Unstructured tour
Rent Kawasaki 2024 Beach Car and tour San Andrés Island
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Marine Safari Tour on San Andrés Island: Includes photo with DRONE
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Activity tour
Private Diving Experience for Beginners in San Andres Islands
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Activity tour
4 Hour Private Activity, Two Tank Diving in San Andres
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Standard tour
Tour To Johnny Cay Haynes Cay Aquarium And Mnaglares
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Unstructured tour
Departure Transfer: From San Andres Hotels to Airport
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Standard tour
Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island
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Standard tour
Full Day Private Boat Tour in San Andres Islands
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
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Near San Andres
Straight-line distance from the centre of San Andres.
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