Boat trip to the Spanish coves

4.5
(12 reviews)
Biarritz, France

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Departing from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you will embark on our boat for a 3h30 Spanish Excursion.
You will discover the French and Spanish Basque coastline, in small groups (maximum 10 passengers).
On the program, discover the remarkable places of the Basque coast, stops for swimming in the small Spanish coves. Snorkeling equipment available!

What's Included

A boat trip
A professional skipper

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Oceanboat64 - Promenade en Mer

Meet at the 3rd pontoon (Ponton A) of the Quai de l'Infante, (Same pontoon as the Maritime shuttle) at the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Come 10 minutes before the departure of the outing.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Port De Saint-jean-De-Luz.

    Departure: Port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz Mythical port of the Basque Country, today fishing still remains the main activity there.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    La Corniche Basque

    We will follow the Basque cornice, a protected natural area, located between Hendaye and Ciboure. Today the hiking trail that winds around this cliff is closed to the public because of its fragility. We will have the chance to discover these Flysch cliffs from the sea.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hondarribia

    Then head towards Hondarribia and therefore the start of the Spanish coast. Hondarribia is home to one of the most important fishing ports on the Basque coast. A little further on we will discover the bay of Los Frailes and the Amuitz islet, the water there is often transparent and very calm.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Jaizkibel

    Jaizkibel offers spectacular views of the ocean and the Basque coast. Travelers will admire wild cliffs, natural heaths and unique panoramas, while enjoying a moment of contemplation in the heart of raw and unspoilt nature. It will also be the time for swimming!

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On the way back the boat ride will continue with the visit the bay of Loia, a small French pearl accessible only by sea and dominated by the castle of Abbadia. It was Antoine d'Abbadie, French Traveler and Astronomer, who had this castle built between 1864 and 1870.

    Admission ticket free
  • Rochers des deux Jumeaux (Pass by)

    Below the castle, we can admire the 2 Jumeaux, emblematic rocks. These two sentinels who watch over the open sea have resisted the onslaught of the ocean.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fort De Socoa (Pass by)

    We will take a short detour to the port of Socoa dominated by its fort, a historical treasure of the Basque country and witness to a rich and captivating history.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • travel time is included in the total tour time
Supplied by Oceanboat64

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Water Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
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Cancellation Policy

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