Ons & Sálvora Islands Day Trip
Description
Embark on an adventure to the Ons and Sálvora islands as we sail from Portonovo, navigating the picturesque estuaries of Pontevedra and Arosa, heading towards these magnificent locations within the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia.
Day Trip to Ons & Sálvora Islands
At the scheduled departure time, we will board a ferry at Portonovo dock and set off towards the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia.
After a scenic 35-minute journey across the Pontevedra estuary, we will arrive at Ons Island. Upon disembarking, you will enjoy 3.5 hours of leisure time in this stunning location known for its clear waters.
During your time on the island, take the opportunity to unwind on its breathtaking beaches, enjoy a picnic with your own packed lunch, or explore the trails that wind through the landscape. A particularly recommended route leads to the lighthouse of Ons, which happens to be one of Spain's largest lighthouses.
Once we conclude our visit to Ons, we will reconvene at the island's pier for our next sailing leg. This journey will take another 35 minutes as we glide towards the Arosa estuary and the beautiful Sálvora Island.
Given the ecological importance of this area, we will be accompanied by a guided tour along Sálvora's designated paths. Throughout this excursion, we will come across the notable mermaid sculpture, the hermitage, and the island's iconic lighthouse. After exploring Sálvora, we will return to the ferry and head back to Ons Island to pick up other guests.
Finally, we will depart from Ons Island at 7:30 pm, returning to our starting point in Portonovo.
Important: Authorization Requirements for Ons and Sálvora Islands
As Ons and Sálvora are designated protected areas, there is a daily limit on the number of visitors permitted. To gain access, an authorization from the Xunta de Galicia is required. The local tour operator will handle the authorization process, making it crucial that all necessary information is submitted accurately during the booking. Failure to provide valid information may prevent entry to the islands.
After processing your authorization, you will receive it via email. It is essential to present this document alongside your voucher, either in hard copy or digitally on your phone.
If you need to cancel your participation in this activity, please notify us at least 15 days in advance and provide the name of the individual who will not attend, so that the Xunta de Galicia can remove them from the visitor list.
What's included
- Transport by ferry
- English–speaking guide (only on Sálvora Island)
What's not included
- Food
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 360 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Accessible only for folding chairs. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
Please be at the dock in Portonovo 30 minutes before the indicated time. Please be punctual.
Departure to Portonovo from the dock of Ons Island will be at 7:30 pm.
Although Ons Island has a restaurant and a bar, we advise you to bring your own food. Remember that, after eating, you'll have to pickup your waste in order to preserve the natural environment.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes, as well as some warm clothes.
Authorization
It's essential that you bring both the authorization to visit the islands as well as this voucher, either in printed format or on your cell phone. This authorization will be sent to you by the local tour company. If you have made your reservation more than 1 month in advance, please note that it'll be sent to you a few weeks before the visit.
If for any reason, any of the people cannot attend the activity, you must notify us at least 15 days in advance 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.
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