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The Cabo Polonio National Park is an extensive area with a great scenic beauty that still preserves typical characteristics of the Uruguayan Atlantic coast, and its original fishing villages.
The place is completely different from any other point on the coast of the country, there is no electricity (which gives it a particular touch and allows you to appreciate the night sky at night) or running water, there are no streets but irregular paths that link the small and rudimentary houses.
The entry is made in all-terrain vehicles, but only those with authorization from the Ministry of the Environment and other competent bodies.
Everything is on foot within Polonio, so you should be prepared to walk and explore the different landscapes such as endless deserted beaches, huge rocks with passages between them or very high dunes with impressive views.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The start time is flexible according to your needs.
The published one is my suggestion so that I have time to have breakfast and we leave early and have more time to enjoy the tour.
If it is on a cruise and the time it can arrive at the port dock is later than suggested, there is no need to worry, we will communicate beforehand and inform you of the arrival time and I will be outside the Port waiting for you.
Just like in all our tours and destinations, I would like to point out the following:
This is your tour, adapted to your times and preferences. My role as a guide is to take you to the best places and offer you advice, but you are the ones who set the pace and decide how much time to spend on each.
If you wish to make a stop, we stop; if you prefer to continue, we go ahead.
I am not excessively strict or rigid regarding the total duration of the tour or the return time, so you can enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
Keep in mind that this is a totally private tour, which is precisely what makes it special.
The vehicle has capacity for 5 people (including the driver), has safety systems for all passengers, and offers enough space for luggage or equipment.
The ideal is a group of 2 adults to guarantee maximum comfort, although it is also possible to include 1 or 2 children.
Itinerary
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1Parque Nacional de Cabo Polonio
This is a magical place with a great scenic beauty that still preserves typical characteristics of the Uruguayan Atlantic coast, and its original fishing villages. It is located in the department of Rocha, 264 km from Montevideo. It has three islands off its coast where there is an important reserve of sea lions. Its lighthouse has been a reference for sailors and the entire east coast since 1881. Both this place and the entire surrounding area is riddled with shipwrecks, which has earned it the label "hell for sailors". It is completely different from any other point on the coast of the country, there is no electric light (which gives it a particular touch and allows you to appreciate the night sky at night) or running water, there are no streets but irregular paths that link the small houses . Those who come to spend the summer here appreciate these characteristics of contact with nature. The entry is made in authorized all-terrain vehicles.
6 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Playa Sur
One of the best beaches in Uruguay and the favorite of the resort. We will visit its sands and rocks, with small places for bathing, diving, etc.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio
We will take a tour around the entire rocky point passing between the small houses and the passages between the large stones. We will walk along the beach of the Lighthouse and the area where the sea lions are found. If it is open, we will go up to the lighthouse to see the town from above, the islands and the sea lion reserve on them.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
4Playa de la Calavera
It is the beach next to the town, where the activity of artisanal fishing is concentrated. We will walk through it and its surroundings while we talk about its history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Cabo Polonio
The original town will be toured with its typical craft stalls, the trails and different sectors of the Cape. If you wish, you can have lunch at one of the local restaurants or homemade food places.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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