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is to go snorkeling. The island has excellent coral reefs, and if you've already seen your share of aquariums and dolphin shows, go for the snorkeling." http://www.frommers.com/ destinations/cartagena/attractions/overview Los Colorados Wildlife Sanctuary: Located about a two-hour drive southeast of Cartagena. "Here in the nearly 2,500 acres that belong to the National Parks system of Colombia, visitors learn about the tropical dry forests of Montes de Maria and see wildlife like squirrel monkeys and deer. About 280 species of birds inhabit the area." http://www. colombia.travel/en/where-to-go/caribbean/cartagena-de- indias/activities/los-colorados-wildlife-sanctuary Matute Brook: "Matute Brook in the town of Turbaco is born from underground streams that are fed by rains extending from May to November. Six miles long, it flows between farms on the right side of the Main Road West, between Turbaco and Cartagena. Here you can hike and appreciate nature." http://www.colombia.travel/en/where-to-go/ caribbean/cartagena-de-indias/activities/matute-brook The Virgin's Marsh: "Crossing the mangroves via narrow canoes is the suggested means of transportation for those who wish to visit the Virgin's Marsh, located in the urban area of Cartagena and home to a wide variety of fish. Here you can learn about the importance of the marsh as a regulator of the marine waters that reach the port city." http://www.colombia.travel/en/where-to-go/caribbean/ cartagena-de-indias/activities/virgins-marsh San Martin de Pajarales Aquarium: The San Martin de Pajarales Aquarium is located in the Rosario Islands archipelago, about an hour by boat from Cartagena. Visitors can see a variety of marine species, including sharks and dolphins. Some of the latter are trained and are part of exhibitions for the public. http://www.colombia.travel/en/ where-to-go/caribbean/cartagena-de-indias/activities/san- martin-de-pajarales-aquarium

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