Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip Itinerary for 1 Day

Updated: May 2026 · by Frank Spitzer

Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip Itinerary for 1 Day

Crafted by Pelecanus · Bogotá-based · RNT 51402 · IAGTO member · Updated May 2026

This 1-day Cartagena golf trip covers the city’s best courses and main sights. Below: full day-by-day plan, course details, and practical notes. We build longer or custom-length golf trips on request.

Good for: golf travelers visiting Colombia, golf groups, business travelers extending a stay.

Summary of the Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip

Day 1 – Cartagena – Arrival – Karibana Golf Course – Departure

Planned destinations for the Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip

Cartagena

In terms of tourism, Cartagena is probably the most important Colombian city after Bogota. It is the capital of the Bolivar department on the north coast of Colombia. The average temperature is 32°C (89°F), so the climate is hot but windy as it is at sea level.

Over 500 years of history can be found here, proof of that is that Cartagena was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Its perfect location directly on the Caribbean Sea and its beautiful colonial old town (Ciudad Amurallada) enchant national and international tourists, who can also travel there by cruise ship.

In the historical center, you will find many attractions featuring the famous Castle of San Felipe de Barajas, boutique hotels and restaurants. The walled city is also known as a popular honeymoon destination for the romance of its streets and architecture.

Golf courses of the Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip

Golf Courses in Cartagena

Karibana Golf Club Resort

Website: https://www.karibanaclub.com.co/

Location: Km 12 Anillo Vial, via Barranquilla, Cartagena
Altitude: 2 meters above sea level (6.5 feet asl)
Average temperature: 24 – 31º Celsius (75 – 88º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 35 minutes by car to old town Onsite
Onsite hotel: Yes
Onsite restaurant: Yes

Nestled between native forest and the beautiful Caribbean beach, the Karibana hotel and golf club is definitely one of the best golf courses in Colombia. The golf course was home to the first Cartagena de Indias at the Karibana Championship (part of the PGA-sanctioned Web.com Tour) in 2015 and the 2019 Colombian Open.

On the first 9 holes, there are 6 artificial lakes surrounded by forests and wide fairways, while the remaining 9 holes offer sea views and require greater effort due to the wind, plus around 135 bunkers. To cool off in the warm climate characteristic of the region, beverage carts drive around the course offering cold beverages to athletes.

• Holes: 18
• Score: 72
• Types of grass:
  • Fairways: Bent
  • Green: Bent
• Length: 7,065 yards
• Designer: Nicklaus Design
• Caddy: No
• Golf Cart: Yes – With GPS
• Rental Equipment: Yes

Detailed Cartagena Colombia Golf Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Cartagena – Arrival – Karibana Golf Course – Departure

Arrival in Cartagena

You will be picked up at the airport in Cartagena and driven to the golf course. The bilingual guide will be waiting for you at the airport exit.

Karibana golf course

Tee time: 09:30

Then transfer to the airport.

Very Important Info to Know when Visiting Colombia

Colombia Golf Guide

Colombia Travel Guide

Tips & Tricks for travelers visiting Colombia

Medical advice and recommendations for travelers visiting Colombia

Climate and weather overview for Colombia

Related Itineraries

Need a different length or focus? Browse other Pelecanus itineraries:

• Longer Cartagena golf trips: 2 days · 3 days · 4 days
• Try another destination: Bogotá golf 1d · Medellín golf 1d · Colombia golf 9d

Want a custom length? Tell us your dates and we’ll build it.

References

• Playing Golf in Cali – Pelecanus
• Playing Golf in Colombia