Departures from Santa Pola · Tabarca in 25 minutes

Ferry and Restauranton Tabarca Island

Choose yourferry and restaurant on a single screen. Pay once and receive instant email confirmation. No queues, no surprises, table guaranteed.

4Restaurants
9€Round-trip Ferry
1Single payment
4.8★Guest Rating
How much does it cost?
Round-trip ferry9€
Rice Menu27–33€
Caldero tabarquino35–45€
Children's Menu17–22€
Children under 4FREE Ferry
From 36€ / person
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Transparent, secure booking:the ferry and the restaurant are independent services, each with its own provider. Tabarca Experience coordinates them seamlessly on a single screen —select everything, pay once, and receive instant confirmation in your inbox.

The easiest way to visit Tabarca Island from Santa Pola

TheTabarca Islandis the only inhabited island in the Valencian Community and one of the most spectacular destinations on theCosta Blanca. Its crystal-clear waters protected as a marine reserve, and its authentic seafaring cuisine — featuringCaldero tabarquinoas its crowning jewel — make it an unmissable excursion from Alicante and Santa Pola.

OnTabarca Experienceyou can arrange your entire day on a single screen: pick your restaurant, select your menu, and add yourSanta Pola–Tabarca ferrytickets directly from the reservation calendar. Single payment, instant confirmation, and guaranteed table before leaving home.

📍 Tabarca Island, Alicante 🚢 Ferry from Santa Pola · 25 min 🍽️ 4 restaurants with set menus 🏖️ Marine Reserve · Crystal-clear waters 📅 Season March–October
🎟️ Instant email confirmation
💳 Credit card or Bizum — secure checkout
🚢 Ferry with open return — total flexibility
🍽️ Guaranteed table before departing
👶 Under 4 years: free ferry ticket
🐾 Pets welcome on board
📵 No ticket counter lines
🔄 Free date change
🔴 Limited seats

Tabarca restaurants have limited seating capacity.Weekends in July and August sell out weeks ahead.Book at least 24h in advance to guarantee your table.

Hassle-free

Plan your day on Tabarca
in under 5 minutes


Everything from a single screen. No phone calls, no surprises on excursion day.

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Choose your favorite restaurant

Four options with detailed menus and transparent prices. From the most authentic Caldero tabarquino to the island's best value option.

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Select menu, date, and sitting

Choose between 13:30 or 15:00 sittings. The calendar reflects live availability — no unexpected waits upon arrival.

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Add ferry tickets right from the calendar

Inside the restaurant calendar, you can add ferry tickets in one click. Select how many people are traveling — with open timetable, board whichever departure suits you best.

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One single payment — card or Bizum

Confirm everything in one view and pay once. 100% secure payment. No hidden fees or commissions.

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Instant confirmation in your email

Your full booking details arrive in your inbox immediately: table with reservation name and sitting, and ferry tickets with QR code. Ready to show on your phone.

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The day of the trip: arrive, board, enjoy

Arrive 15 min early at the orange pier in Santa Pola port. Show your QR code, board, and in 25 minutes you are on Tabarca with your table waiting.

Price per person
2026 Season · Updated
🚢 Round-trip ferry
Santa Pola ↔ Tabarca · Glass-bottom catamaran
9€
🍚 Rice Menu
Starters + rice dish + dessert + drink
27–33€
🐟 Caldero Tabarquino
The island's signature traditional dish
35–45€
👶 Children's Menu
For children aged 4 to 11
17–22€
🍼 Children under 4
Travel free on the ferry
FREE Ferry
From 36€ / person
ℹ️You will see the exact prices of each menu option inside the calendar before paying.
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No booking fees · Instant confirmation

Glass-bottom catamaran Santa Pola Tabarca 🚢 Glass-bottom catamaran
The most scenic ferry

Santa Pola – Tabarca
in25 minutes


The catamaran departs from the orange pier. It sails equipped withunderwater glass panelsso you can admire the marine life from the very beginning.

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Glass bottom
Observe the marine seabed during the crossing
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25 min crossing
Direct from Santa Pola to the island
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Open timetable
Your ticket is valid for any departure of the day
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Pets free
On a leash or in a pet carrier, at no extra cost
Your ticket has no fixed departure time

Ferry Timetable
Santa Pola — Tabarca


Take whichever sailing suits you best. Arrive at the orange pier 15 min early (20 min in August).

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Santa Pola → Tabarca
Departures from the orange pier
09:3010:00 10:4511:25 12:0012:30 13:0014:00 15:2516:10 17:0018:00
Tabarca → Santa Pola
Returns from the island
10:1010:40 11:2512:15 13:0013:45 14:4516:10 17:0017:45 18:3019:15
Arrive at the pier15 min early(20 min in August). Your ticket has no fixed time. Timetables are indicative and may vary by season or sea conditions.
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Bad weather cancellation:if service is cancelled you can reschedule for free or receive a 100% full refund. We always notify you by email and WhatsApp.

See before booking

This is a day on Tabarca Island


Glass-bottom ferry, turquoise waters, whitewashed streets, and the finest caldero on the Costa Blanca.

Choose where to eat

Tabarca Restaurants with Menus


Four restaurants with online booking, authentic Tabarca recipes, and Mediterranean sea views.

Restaurant Don Jerónimo Tabarca — terrace with Mediterranean sea views ⭐ Most popular

Restaurant Don Jerónimo — Tabarca

Caldero tabarquinoArroz a banda Vegan menuTerrace

The restaurant with the richest heritage on the island. Caldero is prepared with fresh rockfish brought in that very day, simmered just as it always has been on Tabarca. The most authentic culinary experience on the Costa Blanca.

From
27€ / person
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Restaurant Gloria Playa Tabarca — beachfront with sea-view terrace 🌊 Frontline beach

Gloria Playa — Restaurant on Tabarca

Frontline beachSeafront terrace 180° viewsCaldero and rice

Dine with the sea literally at your feet. The favorite choice for guests who want their meal and panoramic view to be equally memorable. Terrace perched over the Mediterranean with 180° coastal views.

From
30€ / person
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Restaurant Masín Tabarca — air-conditioned dining room and relaxed ambiance ✓ Unlimited drinks available

Restaurant Masín — Tabarca

Air conditioningTranquil atmosphere Unlimited drinksGroups

The midday refuge in August. Air-conditioned interior, secluded from the beach crowds. The only restaurant with an unlimited drinks option included — ideal for groups and relaxed post-lunch gatherings.

From
33€ / person
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Restaurant La Pecera Tabarca — Mediterranean cuisine and whole lobster rice 💰 Best value

La Pecera — Restaurant on Tabarca

Best valueLobster rice Ideal for familiesChildren's menu

Fresh ingredients, authentic island recipes, reasonable prices. The island's most affordable restaurant option. Whole lobster rice available upon advance booking — hard to find on the island at this price point.

From
27€ / person
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Minimum booking of 2 guestsacross all restaurants. Required with at least24 hours in advance. If your preferred restaurant has no availability, check the other booking calendars.

Which is the best restaurant on Tabarca for dining with a set menu?

All restaurants on Tabarca available via Tabarca Experience serve authentic local cuisine. The differences lie in the ambiance, location, and pricing.Don Jerónimois the top-rated choice for Caldero tabarquino and traditional Arroz a banda.Gloria Playaboasts the finest sea views from its beachfront terrace.Masínis the only restaurant offering unlimited drinks, making it ideal for groups.La Pecerais the most budget-friendly option and offers whole lobster rice upon advance booking. In every case, ferry tickets from Santa Pola can be added directly from the chosen restaurant's calendar.

What our guests say

Over 500 families have booked with us


4.8
★★★★★
Average rating
Why do travelers trust us?
Clear and straightforward process. Instant confirmation. Table and ferry guaranteed from the moment of booking. No surprises on excursion day.
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★★★★★

We booked for 6 people and everything was flawless. We arrived at the pier, showed our QR code, and boarded. The restaurant was already expecting us. The caldero was unbelievable.

María G.
📍 Madrid · July 2024
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★★★★★

The best part is paying for everything in one go. No wandering around searching for a restaurant upon arrival. Reserved table, zero stress, no queues. We will definitely return next summer.

Carlos M.
📍 Valencia · August 2024
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★★★★★

We traveled with small children and everything was fantastic. The kids' menu was delicious and they loved the glass-bottom boat ride. The island is truly wonderful.

Ana P.
📍 Alicante · June 2024
Answers to your questions

Frequently Asked Questions


How much does the excursion with ferry and restaurant cost?+
The round-trip ferry costs€9 per person(ages 4 and up). Children under 4 travel free on the ferry. Menu prices vary by restaurant: from€27 for the rice menuup to€50 for the special menu with unlimited drinks. The most common price per adult is36€(ferry + rice menu).
Does the ferry have a fixed timetable?+
No. Your ferry tickethas no fixed departure time: you can take any departure on your booking date. Just arrive at the orange pier at Santa Pola port15 minutes early(20 minutes in August).
Do I need to make two separate payments?+
No. Although ferry and restaurant are independent services, you select them on a single screen andpay once. You will receive instant confirmation by email with all details.
Can I travel with young children?+
Absolutely. All restaurants offer children's menus. Andchildren under 4 travel free on the ferry. The island is very safe for families: no cars and gentle waters.
What happens if there is bad weather and the boat is cancelled?+
You canchange your date at no extra chargeor request afull refund. We notify you by email and WhatsApp with as much notice as possible.
Can I bring a pet?+
Yes. Pets travelfree on the ferryon a leash or in a pet carrier. For the restaurant, let us know when booking and we will assign you a terrace table.
Can I book for a large group?+
For groups larger than 15 people, please reach out to us viaWhatsApp or emailto arrange availability and special group conditions.
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