Snorkeling in the Cíes Islands Nature Reserve will be a unique experience that you can enjoy with a friend or family. You will be able to explore the bottoms of its crystalline waters while enjoying the amount of fish that inhabit them.
Transportation is carried out from Portonovo, specifically in the diving center where all the necessary material to carry out the activity, fins, mask, tube, suit and booties will be supplied . Once prepared, the trip will begin in one of our two speedboats to the Cíes Islands . The trip itself is a true wonder, starting with spectacular views of the Ría de Pontevedra and the Ons Islands, followed by a complete view of the Ría de Aldán. Once we have left the estuary we will find the Cíes Islands in front of us and we will go completely to Costa Da Vela, without a doubt, one of the best views that the trip will offer us, famous for its steep and sharp cliffs, this view will leave more than one with their mouths open.
After passing A Costa Da Vela, the Cíes Islands will show themselves to us in all their splendor . We will be able to appreciate every detail of the Islands before diving into its waters to appreciate the beauty and the secrets that they keep.
Guided snorkeling in the Cíes Islands aims to show people the great beauty that it hides under its waters, therefore the place where the activity takes place should be an ideal place to carry it out, with calm waters and a fund that perfectly represents the natural beauty of the Nature Reserve. In Portosub we also carry out diving trips and diving baptism in the Cíes Islands , this has given us the possibility of discovering some of the best points on the islands to carry out the activity . Therefore, you can enjoy incredible funds while swimming in calm waters that give maximum enjoyment of the activity . In addition, our guide will be in charge of showing you the best route to see the different species that inhabit this ecosystem, and will show you its different hiding places and curiosities.
The complete development of the activity will last approximately four hours, transport to the Cíes Islands by speedboat will last half an hour , depending of course on the sea and wind conditions that we have that day. Once we reach the point of immersion we will start with the snorkeling activity giving a route of one hour. The return trip will take another half hour approximately. To all this we must add the time we need to change in our changing rooms, and the hot water shower that we will have around the corner. In general, the estimated time as we said above will be around 4 hours long.
The main characteristic of snorkeling is simplicity , it is a sport that needs very few requirements, and represents minimal difficulty . Perhaps you have considered the possibility of performing a diving baptism, but you do not feel prepared, or perhaps it is something totally unknown to you. A snorkeling day, without a doubt, will give you the chance to discover the world of scuba diving from a calmer perspective , and that will not pose any problem when it comes to its development. Snorkeling will help you a lot if you are looking to perform a diving baptism later , you will get familiar with the equipment using: the fins, the suit, the mask and above all you will get used to breathing without using your nose using only the snorkel tube, greatly facilitating the first steps to perform a diving baptism.
It is an excellent opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable experience, thanks to the beauty of the seabed so unknown to most people who visit the islands. In short, snorkeling is the perfect activity to see the underwater world of the islands without any experience, along with professionals who will guide you and help you with any setback while helping you discover each and every one of the mysteries that this unknown archipelago holds. .
The diving center is located on the road that goes to the port of Portonovo. We are in front of the Baltar beach, at the foot of the road. For any questions, we will guide you to the center without any problem.
Address: Calle Rafael Pico 24, Portonovo, Sanxenxo, No State, 36970, Spain
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