Tabarca Island - the sea pearl of the Costa Blanca
The only inhabited island of the Valencian Community
Twenty minutes from the coast of Alicante, the island of Tabarca is hidden - a tiny world with its own rhythm, history and indescribable atmosphere. This is a place where stone walls keep traces of pirates, and the water is clearer than glass.
Tabarka is the ideal destination for a boat trip, relaxation and photo breaks in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea.
📍 Where is Tabarka Island?
The island is located approximately 8 km from Santa Pola and 22 km from Alicante .
It can be reached by boat, private yacht or as part of a sea tour .
The island is about 1.8 km long and 400 m wide. Despite its modest size, Tabarka preserves a real culture and the spirit of antiquity .
🏰 History and atmosphere
Once a hiding place for Berber pirates , the island was later fortified and populated by Tunisian fishermen.
Today Tabarka is a historic village with cobbled streets , an 18th-century church and cozy restaurants. There are no cars or rush here - only silence, seagulls and a light breeze from the sea .
🌊 What to see and do
- Walking through the ancient village
- Defensive walls and gates of San Rafael
- Old Lighthouse and Nature Museum
- Swimming on the sandy beach and in the bays
- Snorkeling in crystal clear water (Tabarka - protected area)
- Lunch at a fisherman's restaurant (be sure to try the squid and paella)
- Photoshoot against the backdrop of the azure horizon
🚤 How to get to Tabarka?
You can choose one of the options:
- 🛥 Boat trip with excursion (from Santa Pola or Alicante)
- 🚤 Private boat or yacht - format with captain, swimming, aperitif
- ⛵ Catamaran or retreat tour, as part of a yoga program
The tour usually takes 4-6 hours with stops for swimming and free time on the island.
📷 Why you should go
- Unique photos against the backdrop of a wall, lighthouse and sea
- Clear, turquoise water is ideal for snorkeling
- Authentic restaurants serving the catch of the day
- A complete break from the bustle of the mainland
- An ideal place for relaxation, inspiration and silence
💡 Good to know
- The island is hot and there is little shade - take a hat and water
- Rock shoes are recommended if you plan to swim in the bays.
- It gets crowded in July and August
- Less than 100 people live in Tabarka year-round.
🌟 How to travel with Tempussit
On tempussit.es you can choose:
- Private boat trip to Tabarka
- Group sea tour with swimming and relaxation
- Including Tabarka in a retreat or photo day program
- Guided tour + drone filming (upon request)
🧭 Tabarka is not about "what to see". It's about what to feel.
And you will definitely want to go back there.
