How to get to Fuerte Island (without getting lost in the attempt)
If you have already heard of This paradise in the Colombian Caribbean that everyone wants to know, you're probably also wondering: And how do I get there?
The good news: Getting to Fuerte Island is much easier than you think, and here we explain all the options so you can choose the one that best suits your travel style (with options for all budgets, from the most comfortable to the most warrior).
First things first: where is Isla Fuerte?
Fuerte Island is in the Colombian Caribbean, off the coast of Saint Bernard of the Wind and Bows, and the city of Montería is the closest. Although legally It is part of the department of Bolívar, in fact it is right in front of the department of Córdoba, just 13 km from the mainland.
It's really the island closest to cities like Medellín and Bogotá, and it still has no mass tourism. So yes, you arrived just in time.
A gem to be discovered.
The most practical (and hassle-free) option to get to Fuerte Island
And it applies, of course, to any city of origin.
– You fly from your city of origin (whatever it may be) to Hunting (Los Garzones Airport)
– One of our drivers will pick you up. private transport ($250,000 per trip) or collectives ($75,000 per person per trip)
– They take you to the boat port: Paso Nuevo
– Take a collective boat for $38,000 per person to the island
No transfers, no complications, and obviously: you arrive directly to La Playita.
Option low-cost (for those who enjoy the journey)
If your style is more of a savings mode, this route may work for you:
– You land in Montería
– You take a bus or public transport to Lorica (approx. 1 hour)
– In Lorica, you take a bus to Paso Nuevo (another 1 hour)
– And from there, boat to the island
For those who go with tight time and budget, It is an option that works well, although it involves several changes of transport.
Even more of a warrior?
There are motorcycle taxis that can take you from Lorica to Paso Nuevo… recommended for extreme spirits and those with light luggage.
You can also go directly to the Lorica Transport Terminal from your hometown, and from there you will be only one hour (by land) from Paso Nuevo.
To quote your transportation on interdepartmental buses, we recommend you review the pages of Brasilia Express, Rapid Ochoa, Luz Transport or the platform of RedBus, which compiles schedules, prices, and different transportation companies for you.
How long does it take to get to Fuerte Island?
If for example, you come from Medellin to Fuerte Island, There are several options and the time it takes will depend on them.
Here are the options:
✈️ By plane: approx. 4 hours.
– 1 hour flight from Medellín to Montería
– 2 hours from Montería to Paso Nuevo (by private taxi or public transport)
– 30 minutes by boat to Fuerte Island
🚗 By private car: 11 hours approx.
– 9 to 10 hours from Medellín to Paso Nuevo
– 30 minutes by boat to Fuerte Island
🚌 By interdepartmental bus: approximately 12 hours.
– 10 hours Medellín – Lorica
– 1 hour Lorica – Paso Nuevo (by private taxi or public transport)
– 30 minutes by boat to Fuerte Island
Secret route (which won't be so secret anymore!)
Via Bow Ties!
This is the gem that few know about. Ask for your transportation with Isla Fuerte Express, our allied transport company, Take the Moñitos route instead of the traditional Lorica route, which is quite done.
They pick you up at the airport, accompany you throughout the journey, and you only have to worry about one thing: what cocktail you're going to order when you arrive.
And if what you're wondering is... Is it safe to travel to Fuerte Island?
Completely.
Isla Fuerte is a small community, with about 3,000 people, where tranquility reigns, everyone knows each other, greets you and takes care of you.
In summary! (For you, those who always scroll to the bottom of the blog 😂)
Fuerte Island is off the coast of Córdoba.
It's not yet full of tourists
You can arrive by plane, car or bus
The most comfortable option: flight to Montería + private taxi + boat
The most warlike option: flight + bus + collective + boat
Recommended route: Bows! (The one in Lorica is half deteriorated)
Yes, it's safe to travel to the island. Super safe.
