The Albufera Natural Park, where the murmur of nature mingles with the history and traditions of Valencia. Discover the birthplace of the paella through its forests, arrozales and lakes.
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Albufera Express
From 1 June to 30 September (this year, also on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October)
Perfect if you’re looking for a short, comfortable day out.
The whole of the Albufera
From 1 October to 31 May
Perfect if you want to explore the park at your own pace.
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The Albufera Natural Park, where the murmur of nature mingles with the history and traditions of Valencia. Discover the birthplace of the paella through its forests, arrozales and lakes.
Select a departure date from the calendar to view the journey time and route that apply.
Today, The version is now live
Albufera Express
From 1 June to 30 September (this year, also on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October)
Perfect if you’re looking for a short, comfortable day out.
The whole of the Albufera
From 1 October to 31 May
Perfect if you want to explore the park at your own pace.
Valencia
Pick-up and departure with an official guide.
Gola de Pujol
Panoramic viewpoint overlooking the lake; no walking route.Panoramic viewpoint and an easy 20–25-minute walk through L’Estany, overlooking the dunes of El Saler.
El Palmar
A visit to a traditional hut.
Boat trip
A one-hour trip by electric boat across the lagoon and back to Valencia.
Albufera Express: commentary from the guide throughout the journey and a stop to take in the views at the viewpoint at the Gola de Pujol. There is no walking route through the park.The entire Albufera: an easy short walk through L’Estany de Pujol, a 20–25-minute walk on flat ground. It is not a hiking trail.
Discover the Albufera from Valencia with an official guide and escape for a few hours to the landscape where Valencian paella originated. Amidst rice paddies, lagoons, birds and small villages with a Mediterranean feel, you’ll discover the flora, fauna and traditions of one of the most special nature reserves in the Valencian Community.
Depending on the date of your trip, you’ll enjoy a version Express, which is more comfortable during the warmer months, or an experience in full when the temperature is just right for a leisurely stroll through the park. Both tours include transport, a visit to a traditional hut in El Palmar and a trip on an electric boat around the lagoon.
The Albufera provides the perfect finale: a sunset over the water, amidst rice paddies and silence, which many consider to be the most beautiful in Valencia. Check your preferred date to find out the duration, stops and route included in your trip.
Duration varies depending on the season. From 1 June to 30 September — and this year also on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October — the version is in operation Albufera Express, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. The rest of the year, it operates The whole of the Albufera, lasting 4 hours, which includes a short 20–25-minute walk on flat ground (it is not a hiking trail). Both versions have morning and afternoon departures.
Timetables. Morning tour: Monday to Sunday, from 9.00 am. Afternoon tour: Monday to Saturday, with times depending on sunset. The morning tour includes a snack with a drink of your choice (soft drink, beer, water, ‘agua de Valencia’ or rice liqueur).
Departure from Valencia. Small group, official guide and an authentic local experience.
Confirmation message. The pick-up time is approximate: we always send a message via WhatsApp, or failing that by email, to confirm the time and location. It is very important that the telephone number provided is valid (we cannot be held responsible if it is entered incorrectly and the information does not get through).
Transport included to the Natural Park.
Choose the pick-up point closest to you:
*Please indicate your preferred pick-up point in the notes at the time of booking.
You will be able to find the guide at the meeting point with the official guide accreditation. You can ask for Valencia&Go and, in case you can't find him, you can contact us directly by whatsapp to give you precise indications.
NH Hotel: the bus stops at the door of the hotel
Serranos Towers: wait on the staircase leading up to the towers
City of Justice: red bus stop in front of the building
You’ve booked transport from Valencia, the services of an official guide in your chosen language and a place on the boat trip around the Albufera, so all you have to do is enjoy yourself.
The itinerary is automatically adjusted to the date you have chosen:
Both options include transport, an official guide and a boat trip. Tours can take place in the morning or afternoon, subject to availability.
You can cancel free of charge 24 hours before departure. After the deadline or in case of no-show, no refund will be made.
Yes, as long as it is a cabin bag or small backpack/foldable car. Please let us know to ensure space on the bus.
It depends on the season. In summer (1 June – 30 September; this year, also on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October) the version Express lasts 2 hours 30 minutes. For the rest of the year, the version in full It takes about 4 hours, from the time we start picking up passengers in Valencia until we return.
The exact duration depends on the size of the group and the pick-up points. If there is traffic, the 4-hour tour may run for up to 4 h 30 min (though this is not usual).
English, Spanish, Polish, German, French and Italian daily, Monday to Saturday morning and afternoon, Sunday mornings only.
No, we will not bathe in this activity.
We recommend that guests always wear a jacket, jumper or sweatshirt as it can get chilly during the boat trip and after sunset. It is also advisable to wear comfortable clothing and mosquito repellent during the summer.
The day before we will send you a WhatsApp message with the exact pick-up details and the Google Maps pin.
Comfortable clothes and a jacket for the boat trip. In addition, in summer there may be mosquitoes, so bring repellent if necessary.
You can bring your own food and drink, but you can't eat or drink on the bus, you can only eat on the boat trip or at the stops.
No, there is no free time for this activity. Only 5 minutes to use the toilet before taking the boat ride.
Yes, return transport is included. With the same pick-up stops.
Yes, as long as it is a cabin bag or small rucksack. You must let us know in order to guarantee space.
Private lagoon
Your own itinerary and pace: flexible timetable, a guide and transport exclusively for your group, a private boat trip at sunset and the chance to enjoy a paella in El Palmar.
Request a quoteCruise pick-up service
A organised departure from the cruise terminal, with a small group, an official local guide and a boat trip on the lagoon.
View detailsRomantic sunset
A private option to experience the lagoon in a different way: a boat just for two and one of the most beautiful sunsets in Valencia.
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