PA'UE ROSARIO ISLANDS
WHY WE RECOMMEND:
The Rosario Islands will always be our favourite destination for that truly transparent, island-dreams aquamarine water. Pa'Ue has this and also so much more going for it. Firstly, it has a real, sand beach. Secondly, their food and drinks menu is really good. Thirdly, they have a very efficient boat service if you are booking a day pass here. Fourthly, they have really great, friendly, warm, authentic service. Fifthly, they include a 45 minute boat tour around the other rosario islands as part of your day pass - which enables you to check out the rest of the archipelago. Sixth, they provide free usage of paddleboards and kayaks. Seven, even though this option is increasing in popularity, it's a very big space and never feels crowded. They also limit numbers and it frequently sells out, so booking in advance is recommended.
WHAT WE DON'T LOVE:
Yeah, even we don't really know what the name means.
HOW IT WORKS:
You can visit Pa'ue, either by booking one of their good valued daypasses, or as part of a private boat charter where you may make various stops as part of your day.
Day Pass:
Price 340,000 pesos pp or 220,000 pesos (4-9 years)
Price includes:
Return transport via speedboat
Water upon boarding the boat
Sparkling wine to welcome your arrival to Pa'ue
Optional panoramic tour of the rosario islands (45 minutes)
Sunbed
Use of common areas (bathrooms, beach, hammocks, beach beds)
Lunch - choice of 4 options (fish, chicken breast, vegetable pasta or creamy shrimp rice) + non-alcoholic drink
Price doesn't include:
Port tax (check for current pricing, at time of writing it was 23,000 pesos pp) Ideally, please bring cash for this component because it is paid directly to the marine authority.
Doesn't include pick up or drop off from your hotel/accommodation .. you will need to make your own way to the dock.
If you choose to take the tour around the rosario islands, you can also opt to enter the Aquarium for an additional fee which is not included.
Doesn't include additional food and drink (we recommend the crab arepas!)
Instructions:
Arrive 8.00 to Gate 4 (Puerta 4) of the Main Central Dock (Muelle de la Bodeguita)
Tell the people on the gate you have a reservation for Pa'ue
Pay the marine tax
Go to the Pa'ue/Ecoway desk and register
Sit and wait until all the guests have been processed (you might want to some reading material).
Board the boat 8.15am, depart 8.20am
The captain will give you an explanation as you are departing that includes the requirement to wear life jackets
The trip to Rosario islands should take roughly 45 minutes
You will be greeted by the fantastic team of Pa'ue upon arrival and receive a welcome glass of sparkling wine
You will need to choose which lunch option you want as part of the meal included in your daypass. You can choose to upgrade to something else and pay the difference. You might also want to order snacks and cocktails etc that aren't included.
Lunch is served at approximately midday
If you are taking advantage of the free tour around the rosario islands, you will need to watch out for that departure time
Beds aren't assigned so first in, best dressed.
Use of kayaks and paddleboards is free, but each guest is permitted one use each (not strictly enforced, but to try and keep it fair)
You will return about 3pm (depending upon weather conditions)
To make your booking:
We need to provide the following information to Pa'ue to make your booking. We will include this information in the booking form below so you can just fill it out once.
Name of lead guest
How many people total
How many adults
How many children (and which age)
What is your whatsapp number (we highly recommend you download whatsapp if you don't already have it)
We will also need to receive pre-payment.
Cancellation policy: If you request a refund up to 24 hours before you will receive 80% refund. Alternatively up to 24 hours before you can either re-book for another date within 6 months or transfer your booking to someone else. No shows or cancellations within 24 hours of booking forfeits the full amount.
Here's some more photos:
The Rosario Islands will always be our favourite destination for that truly transparent, island-dreams aquamarine water. Pa'Ue has this and also so much more going for it. Firstly, it has a real, sand beach. Secondly, their food and drinks menu is really good. Thirdly, they have a very efficient boat service if you are booking a day pass here. Fourthly, they have really great, friendly, warm, authentic service. Fifthly, they include a 45 minute boat tour around the other rosario islands as part of your day pass - which enables you to check out the rest of the archipelago. Sixth, they provide free usage of paddleboards and kayaks. Seven, even though this option is increasing in popularity, it's a very big space and never feels crowded. They also limit numbers and it frequently sells out, so booking in advance is recommended.
WHAT WE DON'T LOVE:
Yeah, even we don't really know what the name means.
HOW IT WORKS:
You can visit Pa'ue, either by booking one of their good valued daypasses, or as part of a private boat charter where you may make various stops as part of your day.
Day Pass:
Price 340,000 pesos pp or 220,000 pesos (4-9 years)
Price includes:
Return transport via speedboat
Water upon boarding the boat
Sparkling wine to welcome your arrival to Pa'ue
Optional panoramic tour of the rosario islands (45 minutes)
Sunbed
Use of common areas (bathrooms, beach, hammocks, beach beds)
Lunch - choice of 4 options (fish, chicken breast, vegetable pasta or creamy shrimp rice) + non-alcoholic drink
Price doesn't include:
Port tax (check for current pricing, at time of writing it was 23,000 pesos pp) Ideally, please bring cash for this component because it is paid directly to the marine authority.
Doesn't include pick up or drop off from your hotel/accommodation .. you will need to make your own way to the dock.
If you choose to take the tour around the rosario islands, you can also opt to enter the Aquarium for an additional fee which is not included.
Doesn't include additional food and drink (we recommend the crab arepas!)
Instructions:
Arrive 8.00 to Gate 4 (Puerta 4) of the Main Central Dock (Muelle de la Bodeguita)
Tell the people on the gate you have a reservation for Pa'ue
Pay the marine tax
Go to the Pa'ue/Ecoway desk and register
Sit and wait until all the guests have been processed (you might want to some reading material).
Board the boat 8.15am, depart 8.20am
The captain will give you an explanation as you are departing that includes the requirement to wear life jackets
The trip to Rosario islands should take roughly 45 minutes
You will be greeted by the fantastic team of Pa'ue upon arrival and receive a welcome glass of sparkling wine
You will need to choose which lunch option you want as part of the meal included in your daypass. You can choose to upgrade to something else and pay the difference. You might also want to order snacks and cocktails etc that aren't included.
Lunch is served at approximately midday
If you are taking advantage of the free tour around the rosario islands, you will need to watch out for that departure time
Beds aren't assigned so first in, best dressed.
Use of kayaks and paddleboards is free, but each guest is permitted one use each (not strictly enforced, but to try and keep it fair)
You will return about 3pm (depending upon weather conditions)
To make your booking:
We need to provide the following information to Pa'ue to make your booking. We will include this information in the booking form below so you can just fill it out once.
Name of lead guest
How many people total
How many adults
How many children (and which age)
What is your whatsapp number (we highly recommend you download whatsapp if you don't already have it)
We will also need to receive pre-payment.
Cancellation policy: If you request a refund up to 24 hours before you will receive 80% refund. Alternatively up to 24 hours before you can either re-book for another date within 6 months or transfer your booking to someone else. No shows or cancellations within 24 hours of booking forfeits the full amount.
Here's some more photos: