Ferry to the Cies Islands

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The Cíes Islands represent a stunning natural enclave situated off the coast of Galicia, and any traveler in the region should seize the chance to visit! Embark on a journey to this unique natural park with a round-trip ferry to the Cíes Islands from Vigo. Rest assured, the necessary permit is included!

Ferry Details

At your chosen departure time, head to the Vigo port where you will board a ferry destined for the Cíes Islands, renowned as one of Spain's most extraordinary natural parks. The crossing will last approximately 40 minutes.

Upon arrival, you are free to explore the island's scenic landscapes and pristine beaches, or simply unwind and enjoy the sunshine. The choice is yours!

This idyllic destination is a highlight of any visit to Galicia. Comprising three islands, the archipelago features a variety of hiking paths, a multitude of natural wonders, and some of the most stunning bays in Europe. You may find it hard to leave!

Ferry Timetable

The schedule for ferry departures from the Cíes Islands can vary by season and may change. The timetable will be available when making your reservation; however, we'll confirm your specific return time as closely as possible to your preferred choice.

Options for Returning on a Different Day

If you wish to return on a separate day, please indicate this in the comments section during your booking process. For camping on the islands, you must secure the appropriate permit from the Xunta de Galicia, as we only facilitate authorizations for tickets with same-day return trips.

Guided Tours in Low Season

During the low season (from October 1 to May 14), the ticket to the Cíes Islands includes a one-hour guided tour with an official guide, as independent visits are prohibited during this time. Note that this guided tour will not occur during the Easter period, which is classified as high season.

Your guide will accompany you throughout the boat trip from the departure location. Once at the Cíes dock, the guide will navigate you through the main trails, sharing fascinating stories and insights about the history, and the flora and fauna of this enchanting Galician archipelago.

Permit from the Xunta de Galicia

Be aware that in high season (May 15 to September 30 and during Easter), you must obtain your own authorization from the Xunta de Galicia to enter the Cíes Islands. We will email it to you as soon as possible. During the remainder of the year, this will not be sent, as the guide will carry it on the day of your visit.

If you opt for a stay at a campsite in the Cíes, it is the campsite that needs to manage permissions and cancellations. If permissions are not canceled properly, the ferry service cannot cancel the boat tickets.

Regarding these permissions, once linked to a ferry company, they cannot be transferred. If they are canceled, new permissions must be processed. Thus, if the campsite confirms the cancellation of your authorization, you will need to reach out to the ferry company so that, within the set refund period, they can cancel your boat tickets.

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Inclus

Return Ferry from Vigo to the Cies Islands
Handling of permit from Xunta de Galicia to visit the Cies Islands
Guided tour (depending on availability)

Politique d'annulation

Cancellazione gratuita fino a 336 ore prima (heure locale)

Accessibilité

Wheelchair accessible. Free wheelchair loan service available. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Informations importantes

You should make your way to the Mar de Ons ticket office to hand in your ticket. The complete address is 26 Cánovas del Castillo, 36201 Vigo. There, they will indicate the dock at which you should embark. We recommend that you get there at least 30 minutes ahead of time.

Necessary Documents

The Cíes islands are a protected archipelago, with a daily visitor limit, and to be able to visit, you should obtain authorization from the Xunta de Galicia which the local provider will process.

In high season (from May 15 to September 30 and at Easter), once the authorization has been processed, you'll receive it by e-mail. You must bring it with you, as well as this voucher. If you prefer, you can request it at the ticket office on the day of your visit, as long as you arrive at least 25 minutes in advance. The rest of the year, we will not send it to you, as it'll be the guide himself who will bring it on the day of the tour.

If you still haven't received the authorization of the Xunta in your email 24 hours before the date of your visit, you can access the website of the Xunta and download the authorizations by following these steps:

Go to the following link: https://autorizacionillasatlanticas.xunta.gal/illasr/cambiarIdioma?lang=en
Once on the page, select option #3 "Search by date and visitor's document"
After filling in your details, you'll be able to download the authorization directly

If for any reason any of the participants cannot attend the activity, please give at least 15 days' notice and indicate the name and surname of the person who will be absent so that the Xunta de Galicia can remove him/her from the list.

What Does the Tour Include?

The activity includes round-trip sea transport and the management of the permit from the Xunta de Galicia to access the Cies Islands. The service with an English-speaking guide is subject to availability, which will be included while places last.

Ticket Conditions

Tickets can only be provided up to 30 minutes before the boat leaves and in the corresponding dock for your trip.

The ticket is null and void if not used on the day and at the time indicated. The loss of the ticket requires the purchase of a new one.

You must be at the dock 10 minutes before the boat is due to leave with your ticket ready and the authorization to disembark in the Cíes Islands.

The schedules as announced may be modified and the trip may even be canceled due to internal technical or logistical, or organizational reasons, as well as weather conditions or force majeure. Equally, stops on the way may be taken.

If you have any questions, you can ring the following phone number: 986 22 52 72

Authorization for Campers

If you choose to stay at a campsite in the Cíes, it's the campsite itself that must process the authorizations and cancel them as well. If they are not canceled, the shipping company cannot proceed to cancel the boat tickets.

Regarding the authorizations, once they are associated with a shipping company, then they cannot be linked to another, that is, if they are canceled, they will always have to be canceled and then process new ones.

Thus, if the campsite confirms that it has processed the cancelation of your authorization, in this case, you'll have to contact the shipping company so that, within the established refund period, it can cancel your boat tickets.