Boat by the Bay and Santa Clara Island in Donostia San Sebastian
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San Sebastian, Spain
- 40 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Perched in the heart of San Sebastian’s La Concha Bay, Santa Clara Island is one of the city’s gems. Discover it on this fun boat trip, which comes complete with an audio guide you can access using your smartphone. Choose whether to stay longer and explore the island’s beaches and the “Hondalea” artwork (in season) or return on the next boat back.
- See San Sebastian from a special vantage point—the ocean
- A wide choice of departure times lets you plan your day and fit more in
- Enjoy free time to explore art, have a drink, or simply swim and play
- Get more information from the audio guide app in four languages
What's Included
- Round trip included, check return times from Santa Clara Island
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- P.º del Muelle, 3, 20003 Donostia / San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa, Spain
Boarding takes place at the beginning of the Pº del Muelle, in the restaurant area of the port, next to the Chapel of San Pedro del Muelle
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
La Concha Beach (Pass By)
1
Santa Clara Island
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Santa Klara uharteko faroa
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- The ship is wheelchair accessible, but Santa Clara Island is not. The stop on the island is optional
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
KEITH_M
A lovely quick trip to a beautiful island, lovely for photos and accommodating friendly staff serving nice food and beverages when you get over to it, very affordable and worth every penny in my opinion.
Reviews
4.4
based on 60 reviews
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Chad_V, Jun 2026
Wonderful boat ride: beach, cafe, lighthouse hike, art, and drinks. Exceptional value for the price.
Josh_M, Jun 2026
Very Good for the price. I went on a round trip and still got a decent few of the bay. The ticket office was very good
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write to us. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your trip.
See you next time!
Tim_M, May 2026
Someone should have told visitors that everything was closed on the island. When we arrived we found that the cafe and all restrooms were closed because “the season” had not yet begun. Consequently, there was nothing left to do on the island.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello,
We’re sorry to hear that you didn’t enjoy your visit to the island.
What we offer is a trip around the bay with the option to disembark on the island. Some people visit the island, whilst others simply want to go for a boat trip; it’s optional. At the ticket office, we explain the route of the trip and that anyone who wishes to can stop on the island to enjoy the nature reserve; it’s not an area with shops or buildings to visit.
The island is managed by the local council, like all the city’s parks; we simply provide transport to the island. During the summer season, the bar is open, as are the lighthouse and other facilities.
We have leaflets available for customers with information about the island, and there is also a section on our website explaining what the island is like. Furthermore, on the boat there is an audio guide in various languages with information about the trip and the island.
We hope you have enjoyed the city
Cilla_D, May 2026
It was a short trip but both the booking office staff and the boat crew were very efficient and it was a lovely outing.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for you kind words! We are very glad that you've enjoyed the tour.
See you next time!
Lionel_S, May 2026
Be aware where the embarcation place is. Its not made obvious and because there are no humans around the ticket area it is totally confusing. We were at the ticket area half sn hour to go and nearly missed the last tour. No effort is put into this. No attempt to inform. Just the sullen driver of the boat doing his job without any communication The video makes no sense. This was a total waste of time and money
The company should be ashamed of itself
Response from Host, May 2026
Good morning,
We’re sorry you had trouble finding the boat. Here is a link to Google Maps showing the boarding point: https://motorasdelaisla.com/contacto/
The main ticket office is just 2 metres from this point, although we do have other ticket offices further away.
In addition to the staff at the ticket office, we have someone stationed by the boat’s entrance, one or two sailors on board, and the captain, who, it is true, does not address passengers unless they ask him to, as he must remain focused on steering the boat and keeping an eye on other vessels.
You mentioned you were at the ticket office half an hour earlier, but could you tell us where you were? From the details you’ve given us, it seems you were near the boat.
I don’t know if you tried to contact us when you couldn’t find the boat; I apologise if you tried to contact us by email, as we were busy assisting customers and may not have been able to reply immediately. By phone, however, it’s simpler, as even if we can’t answer straight away, we always return calls
If you require any further clarification, please do not hesitate to call us and we will be happy to assist you
We hope your stay in the city has been enjoyable
Jane_N, Oct 2025
This was a beautiful boat ride to a small island just off San Sebastián. Well worth 8 euros for a couple of hours of entertainment. The boat ride over was about 25 minutes. We walked around the small island for a bit and then took the next boat back. We had fabulous weather. Definitely worth it on a beautiful day.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words! See you next time!
Chen_W, Oct 2025
Great service and easy to find the meeting point! The view on the boat and the bar on the island are significant!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Ae are glad that you enjoyed the trip! See you nbext time!
Kathryn_G, Sep 2025
Nice relaxing boat cruise with beautiful views. Be sure to scan the QR code for narration and bring AirPods.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the trip!
Katherine_M, Sep 2025
A nice brief time on the water. When you get to the island you can do as little or as much as you want. Very pretty setting.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your nice words! See you next time!
glenisfrench, Sep 2025
We really enjoyed the trip, it was a great experience and very reasonably priced. We didn’t explore the island.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hello!
We are delighted that you enjoyed your trip! Next time visiting the island, it's very beautiful!
Gwen_D, Aug 2025
Just wear your swimsuit, cover up and bring a towel. Food and drink easy to get when you arrive on the island. A lovely day- swimming, hanging with our friends. No worries; everyone is happy.
KEITH_M, Jun 2025
A lovely quick trip to a beautiful island, lovely for photos and accommodating friendly staff serving nice food and beverages when you get over to it, very affordable and worth every penny in my opinion.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
We are very glad you enjoyed your trip. Thank you for your kind words,
Until next time!
Bennie_G, Oct 2024
The hike up to the top of La Concha island is as good a physical challenge as any.
The boat ride has a very calming effect
Response from Host, Oct 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed the tryp and the island. See you soon!
Lisa_P, Sep 2024
Nice tour around the bay. Would have been nice to have a commentary. Didn’t realise until getting off there was a QR code which would have done this.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hello!
We are glad you enjoyed your trip. Yes, we have an audio guide about the tour and Santa Clara Island, it is indicated on the website where you booked and on the boat as well, but it is possible that we didn't mention it when checking in... a pity...
Best regards,
lorea
Anthonius_L, Jun 2024
Short trip of 30 minutes, but very nice trip along the coast of San Sebastián and stop at Santa Lucia Island. The island is very small, but is offers a smal good restaurant and a tiny beach. You can stay on the island all day until 19:30h and it is possible to leave every 30 minutes with a short cut
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you very much! We are glad you enjoyed your visit.
See you next time!
Eunice_K, Jun 2026
Very beautiful spot ✨.
Upon arriving on the island, you can enjoy a little walk before swimming.
There is also a food and drink stand.
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NATALIA_E, Dec 2025
Pleasant and we will repeat a day that the tide allows us to get down to Santa Clara Island. We passed very close to everything. Very good experience as there were a few waves of film. The captain and the sailor have been impeccable.
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Isabel_N, Nov 2025
It's been very nice, it's getting very short. It is wonderful to see Donostia from the sea next to the island of Santa Clara, plus we were lucky enough to see a family of dolphins and the skipper of the boat was taking us to see them, he threw the roll a lot. Congratulations to the whole team. We will repeat and recommend without hesitation. Thank you.
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Response from Host, Nov 2025
Buenas Isabel,
Nos alegramos muchísimo de que lo hayáis pasado tan bien.
¡Hasta la siguiente!
Christophe_C, Sep 2025
Pleasant walk around the bay, allowing to have another perspective of San Sebastian. In good weather, it's worth the cost.
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Response from Host, Sep 2025
Bonjour,
Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour !
À la prochaine fois !
Irina_T, Sep 2025
Quickly were able to book right a day a day, literally 1.5 hours before the start. Everything was nice, the views are unforgettable. I recommend 100%.
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Response from Host, Sep 2025
Привет!
Мы очень рады, что вам понравилась поездка!
Ramon_S, Aug 2025
Nice walk along the bay to Santa Clara. No more, but great for the price. I would recommend wearing a swimsuit if you want to swim on the small beach on the island.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hola Ramon!
Nos alegramos mucho de que hayáis disfrutado de la actividad.
¡Y si! Nosotros también siempre recomendamos llevar bañador para aprovechar y poder darse un chapuzón en la isla.
¡Hasta la siguiente!
Iraia
Estefania_G, Aug 2025
Excellent attention and if no problem with our baby's cart. It is worth it and is very good price. Super recommended.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Muchas gracias por tus palabras, nos alegra mucho que disfrutaras del viaje.
¡Hasta la próxima!
SAIOA_D, Jul 2025
The tour of the beautiful bay and the visit to Santa Clara very very beautiful. Uncle the world should go visit her
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Response from Host, Jul 2025
Nos alegramos muchisimo que hayais disfrutado de la salida!!! Hasta la siguiente!!!
Laurence_A, Oct 2024
Bonjour, accueil sympathique, se donne la peine de parler en français.
Magnifique vue sur la baie de San Sébastien, et petite qui se visite en une heure facilement .
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Merci! Nous sommes heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre visite
À la prochaine fois!
Magali_B, Aug 2024
Jolie vue mais c’est tout. Beaucoup trop de monde pour une si petite île, pas grand choix pour se restaurer et petit coin pour se baigner donc non je ne recommande pas forcément.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Bonjour !
Dommage que vous n'ayez pas aimé l'île. Il n'y a qu'un seul bar sur l'île, il est possible qu'il y ait eu beaucoup de monde à ce moment-là, mais cela ne dépend pas de nous. La partie haute de l'île n'est généralement pas très fréquentée, mais peut-être y avait-il plus de monde ce jour-là. La baignade sur l'île ne pose aucun problème, il y a des zones de baignade partout sur l'île, mais il est vrai que la petite plage de l'île apparaît et disparaît en fonction de la marée, si vous cherchez du sable, vous devez vous assurer que cela coïncide avec la marée basse.
Meilleures salutations,
Lorea
Camille_R, Aug 2024
Réservation de traversé en bateau pour la petite 'île de Santa Clara à st Sébastien en Espagne.
Excellente traversée
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Merci beaucoup ! Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre visite
A la prochaine fois !
Corinne_R, Aug 2024
Une très bonne excursion en bateau jusqu'à l île. Nous avions eu du mal a trouver l endroit et étions en retard et on nous. A changé l heure pour pouvoir en profiter quand même donc super on a pu profiter de l excursion .
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Merci beaucoup ! Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre visite
A la prochaine fois !
MARICARMEN_M, Jul 2024
Una experiencia muy recomendable, se ve la playa de la Concha desde el mar y todos los edificios que la rodean, te puedes descargar una audiogia que te lo explica todo . Y en isla de Santa Clara puedes disfrutar de un paseo ó un dia completo muy agradable, tomarte una copa, comer e incluso darte un baño en su playita. Repetiria.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Nos alegra mucho que disfrutarais del viaje. ¡Hasta la próxima!
un saludo
Aitor_l, Jul 2024
Cancele una reserva que acababa de hacer por que no nos daba tiempo a llegar y la cambiamos por 1 hora después y no nos quisieron hacer reembolso ni ayudar 14€ tirados a la basura
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Buenos días,
Entiendo que lo que hicisteis al ver que no llegabais es cancelar la reserva que comprasteis por internet, y luego volvisteis a comprar los tickets en ventanilla, es así?
Si cancelasteis el mismo día de la salida normalmente la web por la que hicisteis la reserva se pone en contacto con nosotros para confirmar que pueden hacer el reembolso ya que solo se permiten cambios y devoluciones hasta un día antes. No se por qué, en esta ocasión no fue así, por que no nos ha llegado solicitud de reembolso alguno.
Puede escribirnos un email a info@motorasdelaisla.com y con los datos de las reservas podemos comprobarlo
Quedamos a la espera.
Un saludo
RUBEN_G, Aug 2023
Vistas maravillosas buen trato buena experiencia repetiré seguro Buenos profesionales buena gente 👍
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