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Spend a day exploring coastal Alicante province: salt flats and the surreal pink lagoon at Torrevieja, a boat ride from Santa Pola, and a guided walk on tiny Tabarca island. Expect an 11-hour excursion with walking, swimming and coastal history.
Spend a day exploring coastal Alicante province: salt flats and the surreal pink lagoon at Torrevieja, a boat ride from Santa Pola, and a guided walk on tiny Tabarca island. Expect an 11-hour excursion with walking, swimming and coastal history.
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Operated by Buendía · Alicante, Comunidad Valenciana
Morning light slashes across the Alicante marina as the coach eases away from the city and toward saline flats that shine like white ridges on the horizon.
moderate.
11 hours.
Moderate fitness recommended — long day with walking on uneven cobbles, short swims and boarding boats
The full itinerary runs approximately 11 hours, including bus transfers, visits to the lagoons, the boat crossing and free time on Tabarca.
Yes — the itinerary includes free time for swimming; bring swimwear and water shoes for rocky entry points.
High salinity and halophilic microorganisms such as Dunaliella salina and salt-loving bacteria create pigments that give the Torrevieja lagoon its pink hue.
No — crossings can be suspended if sea conditions are unsafe; operators will alter the itinerary if necessary and cancellations follow the tour policy.
Tabarca is a fortified island with 18th-century walls erected to protect the settlement; Santa Pola traces a long maritime history including Roman-era activity along its coast.
The lagoons are part of a protected natural park where visitor impact and salt extraction are managed; stick to marked paths and avoid disturbing bird habitats to help preserve the wetlands.
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