Tabarca Island

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A visit to the Isla de Tabarca is practically a must-dotrip for anyone visiting the Costa Blanca. It is the only inhabited island in the Region of Valencia and is located opposite the city of Alicante, 11 nautical miles offshore and near the Santa Pola headland. In fact, it's more than just an island: it's a small archipelago that comprises the islets of La Cantera, La Galera and La Nao as well as the Isla de Tabarca itself. It is approximately 1,800 metres long and measures some 400 metres across at its widest point.

In the past, its shores were a refuge for Berber pirates and, in the 18th century, King Carlos III ordered the island to be fortified and a town built, in which to house several families of Genoese fishermen who were being held prisoner in the Tunisian city of Tabarka.
The walls surrounding the town have been officially declared a Historical and Artistic Site and an Asset of Cultural Interest.

The island's waters have been officially declared a Mediterranean Marine Reserve for their excellent quality and for the biodiversity of their flora and fauna.

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Organising Your Trip
A visit to the island usually lasts one day. There are numerous departure times from the port of Alicante, although the regularity of these depends upon the time of year. The boat ride is comfortable and lasts for around one hour. The island can also be reached from Santa Pola, Guardamar, Torrevieja and Benidorm.

Once on the island, visitors can enjoy the coves and beaches with their crystal-clear waters and a picturesque fishing port with excellent eateries offering the opportunity to try the traditional "caldero", the island's typical dish.

We recommend a stroll through the town and a visit to the island's museum.
Visitors can now even enjoy an overnight stay on the island, thanks to the recent opening of accommodation.

Getting There

GETTING THERE BY BOAT
The boat trip to the Tabarca Island can be comfortably made from Alicante, Santa Pola, Guardamar and Benidorm.

From Alicante Marina
Empresa Kontiki
Tel.: +34 96 521 63 96 / +34 686 994 538/39

Timetables: At Easter and over the summer season, there are several departures every day of the week.
Outside of the summer season, there is a return trip on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Approximate journey time: 1 hour.
Further information is available from Tourist Info Autobuses

CATAMARAN TRIPS

Magic Excursiones
Muelle de Costa 2, (Paseo Conde Vallellano)
Telf.: (+34) 965 146 142
info@magicalicante.com
http://www.magicalicante.com

Tel: +34 96 592 98 02

From Santa Pola
Cruceros Baeza Parodi
Tel: +34 608 330 422 / +34 609 893 920
Further information is available from Tourist Info Santa Pola
Tel: +34 96 669 60 52

From Guardamar del Segura
La Gola de Guardamar
Tel: +34 689 103 623
Further information is available from Tourist Info Guardamar
Tel: +34 96 572 44 88

From Benidorm
Excursiones Marítimas Benidorm
Tel: +34 96 585 00 52
Further information is available from Tourist Info Benidorm
Tel: +34 96 585 32 24

Where to Eat

Where to Sleep

Hotel Casa la Trancada
c/ Motxo, 12
03138 Isla de Tabarca – Alicante
630 503 500
info@latrancada.com

Hostal Masín
c/ D´en Mig, 22
03138 Isla de Tabarca – Alicante
965 960 509

El Chiqui *

C/ D'en Mig, 8

03138, Isla de Tabarca, Alicante

Tel. (+34) 965970143

NUEVO MASÍN *

Virgen del Carmen, 19

03138, Isla de Tabarca, Alicante

Tel. (+34) 965 960 509 / (+34) 676 974 423

Fax (+34) 965 960 516

masin@hostalmasin.com

www.hostalmasin.com

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