Frequently Asked Questions about the Tabarca Excursion

The ferry ticket has asingle price of €9 per personfrom 4 years old, with round trip included. Childrenunder 4 travel freeandpets are also welcome at no extra cost. There is no price distinction between adult and child.

The crossing takesapproximately 25 minutesunder normal sea conditions. The distance between Santa Pola and Tabarca Island is about 11 km. The catamaran features underwater vision to view the seabed during the journey.

No. Your ferry tickethas no assigned departure time: you can take any departure on the day of your booking. Just arrive at the orange pier in the port of Santa Pola15 minutes in advance(20 minutes in August).

Inhigh season(July and August) there are 14 daily departures from Santa Pola: 09:30, 10:00, 10:45, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:45, 14:30, 15:30, 16:15, 17:00, 18:00, and 19:00. Inmid season(June and September) there are 9 departures: 10:00, 10:45, 11:30, 12:15, 13:00, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, and 18:30. Inlow season(April, May, and October) there are 7 departures: 10:00, 10:45, 11:30, 12:15, 13:00, 15:30, and 17:00.

The season runs fromApril to October, with July and August seeing the highest influx of visitors. Special services operate during Easter Week.June and Septemberare the most pleasant months: the sea is already warm and there are fewer crowds than in peak August.

Yes. Although ferry and restaurant are independent services, you select themon a single screen and pay only once. You will receive immediate confirmation by email with all details of your reservation.

You can book a menu atRestaurante Don Jerónimo(from €27) andGloria Playa(from €30). All menus include starters, main dish, dessert, and beverage, and each restaurant also offers a children's menu.

The ferry is €9 per person and the menu varies depending on the restaurant. The most common price per adult is36 €(ferry + rice menu, €27).

Caldero tabarquino is the most iconic dish of Tabarca Island. It is made with fresh rock fish of the day simmered in a clay pot, accompanied by soupy rice cooked in the same broth and homemade aioli. It differs from the Santa Pola caldero due to the fish variety and the seafaring tradition of the island. You can book the caldero tabarquino menufrom €35.

Yes. The 25-minute crossing is short and calm, and the ferry featurescovered and indoor seating areas. Childrenunder 4 travel freeand all restaurants offer children's menus. The island is very safe for families: minimal traffic, shallow waters in the coves, and everything within close walking distance.

Yes. Pets travelfree on the ferryon a leash or in a carrier. If you plan to dine on the island, let us know when booking so we can assign you a table on the terrace.

Booking is done online. Choose your date, number of people, and optionally your restaurant and menu; pay securely and receive yourQR code by email instantly. Present your QR code at the pier.

It depends on the option selected when booking. WithStandard Bookingyou can change or cancelup to 48 hours before the service. WithFlexible Booking(+10%) you can do so up to 2 hours before your restaurant seating, or until the end of the activity day for ferry-only tickets; the Flexible supplement is non-refundable. See details in ourrefund and returns policy.

Safety comes first. In case of strong winds or significant swell, service may be suspended by decision of the skipper or the Maritime Authority. If this occurs, we will notify you by email and WhatsApp as soon as possible, and you canreschedule at no cost or request a full refund. In summer conditions are very stable and services are rarely cancelled.

Yes. There ispublic parkingaround Muelle de Levante. In July and August we recommend arriving early as spaces fill quickly. You can also park in the center of Santa Pola and walk to the pier in about 10 minutes.

High-protection sunscreen, a water bottle, comfortable walking shoes for the village and coves, snorkel mask and tube for the marine reserve, some cash (beach bars do not always take cards), and your booking confirmation. The island has restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops.

Tabarca Island is Spain's only National Marine Reserve and the only inhabited island along the Levantine coast. It lies 11 km from Santa Pola and 21 km from Alicante. Its waters boast the highest concentration of Posidonia oceanica in the Valencian Community, making its seabed spectacular for snorkeling. The 18th-century walled town, crystal-clear beaches, and fresh seafood restaurants make it a must-visit on the Costa Blanca.

For groups of more than 15 people, contact us viaWhatsApp or emailand we will manage availability and special conditions.