Cartagena Nightlife · Party Bus + Club

Chiva Rumbera Cartagena

Crossover music, bilingual entertainment and VIP entry to Taboo nightclub aboard Cartagena's iconic party bus.

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Experience Cartagena's best night out aboard a Chiva Rumbera — the colorful traditional bus that transforms into a rolling dance floor, touring the city's most iconic landmarks while the crossover music never stops. 🪩🕺

Immerse yourself in the magic of Cartagena with a tour full of fun, bilingual entertainment and, to close the night in style, VIP entry to Taboo nightclub included. The perfect plan for groups, bachelor/bachelorette parties and anyone who wants to experience the most authentic nightlife in the city.

What's Included?

  • ✅ Pickup and drop-off at the meeting point.
  • ✅ Stop at the Zapatos Viejos (Old Shoes) monument. 👟
  • ✅ Panoramic stop at San Felipe Castle. 🏰
  • ✅ Stop at the Cartagena Letters landmark. 🔤
  • ✅ Crossover music with bilingual entertainment. 🎶
  • ✅ VIP entry to Taboo nightclub. 🪩

Schedules & Pickup Points

Shift 1 · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Marbella / Crespo (6:00 – 6:30 PM)
Hotel Corales de Indias parking, Ara Marbella, Cartagena Letters.
Bocagrande (from 7:00 PM)
Banco Itaú, McDonald's, Burger King, Juan Valdez, La Fontana restaurant, C.C. Nao, Parque Flanagan (all on Av. San Martín).
Centro & Getsemaní (from 7:30 PM)
Convention Centre fountain.

Shift 2 · 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Marbella / Crespo (from 8:30 PM)
Hotel Corales de Indias parking, Ara Marbella, Cartagena Letters.
Bocagrande (from 9:00 PM)
Banco Itaú, McDonald's, Burger King, Juan Valdez, La Fontana restaurant, C.C. Nao, Parque Flanagan (all on Av. San Martín).
Centro & Getsemaní (from 9:30 PM)
Convention Centre fountain.

Note: for the 9:00 PM shift with pickup from Centro Histórico, the tour lasts approx. 1h 20min due to current municipal restrictions. ⏲️

Perfect For

Bachelor/Bachelorette parties Birthdays Groups of friends Nightlife lovers

Tip: the Chiva Rumbera is the perfect way to end a day of beaches or bay tours. Combine it with any daytime activity and experience Cartagena by day and by night. Don't miss your spot!

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the Chiva Rumbera?

Includes pickup and drop-off at the meeting point, a stop at the Zapatos Viejos monument, a panoramic stop at San Felipe Castle, a stop at the Cartagena Letters, crossover music with bilingual entertainment and VIP entry to Taboo nightclub.

What are the departure times?

There are two shifts: Shift 1 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Shift 2 from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Each shift has staggered pickups in Marbella/Crespo, Bocagrande and Centro & Getsemaní.

Where will they pick me up?

Pickup is arranged in three zones: Marbella/Crespo (Hotel Corales de Indias parking, Ara Marbella, Cartagena Letters), Bocagrande (on Av. San Martín: Banco Itaú, McDonald's, Burger King, Juan Valdez, La Fontana, C.C. Nao, Parque Flanagan) and Centro & Getsemaní (Convention Centre fountain).

Why is the 9:00 PM shift from Centro shorter?

For the 9:00 PM shift with pickup from Centro Histórico, the tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes due to current municipal decree restrictions.

Written by Nohemi, founder of Dunas & Olas — Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.

Before you book

What is the published price for Chiva Rumbera (con discoteca Taboo)?

The current starting price is $45,000 COP per person or published unit. Availability and the final total are confirmed for your date.

What is included?

El tour más cartagenero: Zapatos Viejos, Castillo de San Felipe y Letras de Cartagena, con música crossover, animación bilingüe y entrada a la discoteca Taboo We will confirm the exact inclusions in writing before payment.

Are there additional charges?

Ask us to confirm pier fees, insurance, admissions, optional activities and any mandatory consumption for this option. Charges that apply will be stated before booking.

Where and when does it start?

The meeting point, reporting time, departure and expected return are confirmed for the selected date and option. Arrive with the requested time margin.

What happens if weather affects the activity?

The operator may adjust or reschedule the activity when conditions make it unsafe. The applicable policy is confirmed before payment.

What should I send to check availability?

Send your date, number of travelers, children’s ages, accommodation, language and any medical, dietary or mobility requirement. A WhatsApp inquiry is not a confirmed booking.

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