The Cartagena terminal de transportes is located in the east of the city, quite some distance from the city center and tourist areas. We strongly recommend taking a taxi. Navigating the local buses will be very time consuming and difficult, especially with luggage. Taxis should cost 15,000 COP – 20,000 COP. And can take anywhere from 45mins to over an hour in heavy traffic. Tell the driver Hostel Mamallena, Calle Media Luna, Getsemani.

If you are looking at arriving to Cartagena by sailboat from Panama and the San Blas Islands then be sure to contact us for more information about your options. We can arrange your sailing for you as well as making sure you have accommodation arranged for when you arrive. tours@mamallena.com Boats arrive at Club Nautico Marina in Cartagena. This is a short taxi journey about 10 minutes to the hostel. Tell the driver Hostel Mamallena, Calle Media Luna, Getsemani.