Ebro Delta: Mussel farm kayak route in Alfacs Bay

Join us on a kayak trip along the mussel route in Alfacs Bay, probably the best kept secret in the Ebro Delta Natural Park. The kayak trip will take you to the huge mussel and oyster farms, where you will learn first-hand about the production and cultivation of these shellfish.

  • Tour / activity duration: ~2 hours
  • Languages: English, Spanish, Catalan
  • Transfer: no, not included
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Explore the Delta del Ebro by kayak

The kayak route to the mussel beds in the bay of Alfacs is the best-kept secret of the Ebro Delta. 2 hours of kayaking with views of the Montsia mountains.

Price overview

  • Mussel farm kayak route in Alfacs Bay (2 hours) - per person (11+ years) 25.-€
  • Mussel farm kayak route in Alfacs Bay (2 hours) - per person (6-10 years) 18.-€
Also suitable for complete beginners

Booking option: Kayaking to the mussel beds of the Ebro Delta

The kayak route to the mussel beds is a unique experience in the Ebro Delta. You set off from the port of La Ràpita to the mussel beds or rafts in the bay of Els Alfacs. Along the way you can enjoy the wide open spaces of the bay, the mussel beds, Punta de Banya, the Trinidad salt flats and the silhouette of the Montsià mountains on the horizon. In one of the two mussel farms in the bay, Aví Agustí or the Musclarium in the centre of the bay, you can learn more about the production process of delta mussels and oysters. The fresh water of the Ebro and the salt water of the Mediterranean give the mussels and oysters a flavour that is unique in the world, appreciated by the most demanding palates and haute cuisine.

Overview

  • Duration: ~ 2 hours
  • Hours: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Days: daily
  • Months: possible all-year
  • Languages: English, Spanish
  • Difficulty level: easy
  • Starting point: Sant Carles de la Ràpita

Included

  • Life jacket, professional guide, introduction, third party insurance, complete equipment
  • Single, double, triple or quadruple kayak

Not included

  • Transfer, food and/or drinks
Important information

Preconditions

  • Ability to swim
  • Minimum age 6 years

Please bring

Swimwear, towel, sun blocker, at least 1.5 l drinking water, spare clothes

Detailed description

Discover the treasures of the Ebro Delta: a kayak trip to the mussel beds of Alfacs Bay

In the picturesque Ebro Delta, a kayak tour of Alfacs Bay is an unforgettable experience for nature lovers, families and adventurers. The route passes through a fascinating landscape of mussel farms, salt pans and majestic views of the Montsià mountains. The journey begins at the idyllic port of La Ràpita, where kayak enthusiasts set off to discover the secrets of the bay. Along the way, the expanse of Alfacs Bay opens up, nestled between land and sea. The calm waters offer both beginners and families with children a pleasant and safe paddling experience.

On the way, you will pass by the impressive shellfish beds that characterise this area. The mussel beds are in harmony with the natural environment and bear witness to the rich marine diversity of the Ebro Delta. The majestic Punta de Banya and the glistening salt flats of Trinidad provide a picturesque backdrop to the kayaking adventure.

A highlight of the trip is a visit to one of the two mussel farms in the bay: Aví Agustí or the Musclarium. Here you will get a fascinating insight into the production of delta mussels and oysters. The unique mixture of fresh water from the Ebro and salt water from the Mediterranean gives the mussels and oysters an unmistakable flavour, appreciated by gourmets and connoisseurs alike.

Conditions

Valid on the reserved day or for 12 months after date of purchase if no date has been selected. You will receive the tour operator's details with the purchased ticket. Attention: reservation is required! The reservation can be made through sunbonoo as part of the booking process or later by contacting the tour operator directly via phone or email.

Customer Reviews Explore the Delta del Ebro by kayak

JaviExplorer wrote on Aug 21, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

Unforgettable kayaking experience

Perfect for beginners and sea lovers.

Experiencia inolvidable en kayak

Perfecto para principiantes y amantes del mar.

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