Boat trip from Santa Pola: by water taxi to the island Tabarca at Costa Blanca

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The water taxi from Santa Pola cheaply and quickly brings you to the island tabarca. The boat trip to the small island with fascinating history only takes a couple of minutes. Spend a wonderful day on the island with crystal-clear beaches, that is also a marine reserve.

  • Tour / activity duration: ~ 20 minutes
  • Languages: English, Spanish
  • Transfer: no, not included
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  • Usually cheaper than at site

Economic Santa Pola boat trip to island Tabarca

You'll reach the island Tabarca by boat trip from Santa Pola with the water taxi. The excursion to the island Tabarca is a must for everyone interested in the history of the Mediterranean sea, who wants to explore the charming little island by foot or loves to go snorkeling in a marine reserve.

Booking option: From Santa Pola on a boat trip to the island Tabarca

You should definitely not miss the boat trip to the island Tabarca, starting in Santa Pola. Tabarca is a small island just a few kilometres off Alicante at the Costa Blanca that will enchant you with its unique charme. The passage with the boat to Tabarca only takes approx. 15-20 minutes. Subsequently, you can stay as long as you want on the island Tabarca and take the boat trip back to Santa Pola at your desired time. The historical city centre offers some lovely buildings worth seeing, i.e. the church Iglesia de San Pedro y San Pablo or the impressive watchtower Torre de San José.

But if you want, you can also just spend a great day at the beach with the boat trip to the island Tabarca. Walk to the long beach of Tabarca or to one of the small bays of the only 1.8 km long island. The underwater world around the island Tabarca is simply spectacular, since the area was declared one of the first marine reserves of Spain in 1983. The Santa Pola boat trip to Tabarca therefore is also perfect for snorkeling fans and divers.

Overview

  • Departure in Santa Pola: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 4:30 PM / in summer: 9:10 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:15 AM, 11:40 AM,12:40 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 4:25 PM
  • Departure in Tabarca: upon your choice at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM / in summer: 10:20 AM, 11:35 AM, 2:20 PM, 4:00 PM, 4:50 PM, 5:40 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:20 PM
  • Days: daily
  • Months: March - November
  • Duration: approx. 15-20 min per way each
  • Languages: English, Spanish
  • Pick-up not included
  • Starting points: Santa Pola

Included

  • Boat trip both ways

Price overview

  • Island Tabarca boat trip from Santa Pola (both ways) - per adult (from 11 yrs) 15.-€
  • Island Tabarca boat trip from Santa Pola (both ways) - per child (3-10 yrs) 10.-€
The island Tabarca was declared a marine reserve in 1983
Important information

Please bring

Swimwear, towel, sunglasses, sun blocker, hat, backpack, camera, drinks

From Santa Pola on a boat trip to island Tabarca

With the taxi boat from Santa Pola, you quickly and economically reach the island Tabarca. The boat trip from Santa Pola offers you the chance to spend an unforgettable day on the only 0.3 km² small island Tabarca with its unique history. The name of the island Tabarca goes back to king Karl III. who settled formerly captured Genoeses from a Tunesian city on the island in order to convert it into a fortress for protecting it against pirates. Worth seeing are the small city with its narrow streets, the watchtower Torre de San José and the church of the village, that was declared a protected building in 1964.

However, the island Tabarca boat trip also offers you the possibility to spend a day at the beach of the island, that disposes of a long sandy beach and several bays with crystal-clear water. The sea around Tabarca was declared a marine reserve and therefore is a paradise for scuba divers or for snorkeling. The flora and fauna are diversified and you can expect great visibilities. The island Tabarca also has some cosy little bars and restaurants, where you i.e. can try "Caldero", a typical speciality of the island. At one of the departure times of your choice, you'll go by boat from the island Tabarca back to Santa Pola.

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 Economic Santa Pola boat trip to island Tabarca

Pieter K. wrote on Apr 5, 2025
Overall rating
4 von 5

Fun and quick boat trip to the charming island of Tabarca

I enjoyed the boat trip to Tabarca from Santa Pola. It was quick, about 20 minutes, and reasonably priced. The island itself is beautiful, with crystal-clear beaches and interesting historical sites like the church and the watchtower. Ideal for a day at the beach or snorkelling. Do bring your own food and drinks, as supply on the island is limited. Highly recommended for a relaxing day out.

Leuke en snelle boottocht naar het charmante eiland Tabarca

Ik heb genoten van de boottocht naar Tabarca vanuit Santa Pola. Het was snel, ongeveer 20 minuten, en redelijk geprijsd. Het eiland zelf is prachtig, met kristalheldere stranden en interessante historische plekken zoals de kerk en de wachttoren. Ideaal voor een dagje strand of snorkelen. Neem wel je eigen eten en drinken mee, want het aanbod op het eiland is beperkt. Echt een aanrader voor een ontspannen dagje uit.
OttoMatic wrote on Dec 2, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

Nice tour

The boat trip to Tabarca was short and pleasant. The island is charming and the beaches are beautiful. Ideal for swimming and snorkelling, but the return trip was crowded.

Nette Tour

Die Bootsfahrt nach Tabarca war kurz und angenehm. Die Insel ist charmant und die Strände sind schön. Ideal zum Schwimmen und Schnorcheln, aber die Rückfahrt war voll.
Maximilian S. wrote on Nov 17, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

Great experience

Short journey, beautiful island, ideal for relaxing.

Tolles Erlebnis

Kurze Fahrt, schöne Insel, ideal zum Entspannen.
Lars78 wrote on Sep 17, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

short trip with surprises!

The boat trip to Tabarca was pretty cool. It was quick and cheap. The island is small, but has a lot to offer. The beaches are great for snorkelling and the water is clear. The town is nice, it's easy to stroll through the alleyways. A few nice bars, trying Caldero is a must! Not the highlight of the year, but great for a day. Pack some sun cream!

kurzer Trip mit Überraschungen!

Der Bootstrip nach Tabarca war ziemlich cool. Ging schnell und war günstig. Die Insel ist klein, aber hat was zu bieten. Strände sind top zum Schnorcheln, Wasser ist klar. Stadt ist nett, man kann gut durch die Gassen schlendern. Ein paar nette Bars, Caldero probieren ist ein Muss! War nicht das Highlight des Jahres, aber für einen Tag super. Packt 'ne Sonnencreme ein!
Arno wrote on Aug 23, 2024
Overall rating
5 von 5

Fantastic boat trip to a charming island! 🏝️

The boat trip to Tabarca was simply amazing! I was on the island in just 20 minutes and was able to spend the whole day chilling in the sun, snorkelling and exploring the historic old town. The beaches are a dream and the water is crystal clear. Highly recommended, guys!

Fantastische Bootstour zu einer charmanten Insel! 🏝️

Die Bootsfahrt nach Tabarca war einfach der Hammer! In nur 20 Minuten war ich auf der Insel und konnte den ganzen Tag in der Sonne chillen, schnorcheln und die historische Altstadt erkunden. Die Strände sind ein Traum und das Wasser ist kristallklar. Absolut empfehlenswert, Leute!

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