# Colombia restricts boat traffic in Cartagena Bay for Ironman 5150 race

Colombian maritime authorities restrict boat navigation in Cartagena Bay for the upcoming Ironman 5150 triathlon.

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The General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR) of Colombia, through the Port Captaincy of Cartagena, issued safety restrictions for the Ironman 5150 triathlon scheduled for September 6. [^1]

A jet ski collided with a passenger boat carrying tourists in the Cholón sector of Cartagena, Colombia, on August 30, 2026. [^2]

In coordination with the Colombian Navy, rapid response units will be deployed via the Cartagena Coast Guard Station to ensure participant safety. [^3]

Navigation, arrival, and departure of motonaves in the Bay of Las Animas will be restricted from 4:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on September 6. [^4]

The Ironman 5150 triathlon will start at 6:00 a.m. at La Bodeguita pier and finish approximately at 8:30 a.m. with the last athlete exiting the water. [^5]

As a result of the collision, one passenger from the boat fell into the water. [^6]

The Port Captaincy of Cartagena has initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the accident and establish responsibility. [^7]

Videos of the accident were shared on social media, prompting users to question the speed and maneuvering of the jet ski driver. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. The General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR) of Colombia, through the Port Captaincy of Cartagena, issued safety restrictions for the Ironman 5150 triathlon scheduled for September 6. (Caracol Radio, News)
2. A jet ski collided with a passenger boat carrying tourists in the Cholón sector of Cartagena, Colombia, on August 30, 2026. (Noticias de Cali, Valle y Colombia - Periodico: Diario El País, News)
3. In coordination with the Colombian Navy, rapid response units will be deployed via the Cartagena Coast Guard Station to ensure participant safety. (Caracol Radio, News)
4. Navigation, arrival, and departure of motonaves in the Bay of Las Animas will be restricted from 4:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on September 6. (Caracol Radio, News)
5. The Ironman 5150 triathlon will start at 6:00 a.m. at La Bodeguita pier and finish approximately at 8:30 a.m. with the last athlete exiting the water. (Caracol Radio, News)
6. As a result of the collision, one passenger from the boat fell into the water. (Noticias de Cali, Valle y Colombia - Periodico: Diario El País, News)
7. The Port Captaincy of Cartagena has initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the accident and establish responsibility. (Noticias de Cali, Valle y Colombia - Periodico: Diario El País, News)
8. Videos of the accident were shared on social media, prompting users to question the speed and maneuvering of the jet ski driver. (Noticias de Cali, Valle y Colombia - Periodico: Diario El País, News)

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