Motoras de la Isla

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Discover San Sebastián from the sea and enjoy visiting Santa Clara Island
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Motoras de la Isla’s main activity is transporting passengers between the port of San Sebastián and Santa Clara Island. Visitors come to stroll, spend the day in this natural setting, or visit Hondalea, the sculpture located at the lighthouse keeper’s house.

The service offers two regular routes: a direct route, priced at €5 round trip, and another that includes a 30-minute boat trip around the bay to explore the city further, costing €8 round trip. This option includes a free audio guide in four languages.

In addition, excursions are organized for private and school groups, tailoring the experience to their needs. Special services are also offered on key dates, such as Semana Grande (the main festival week), to watch the fireworks from the sea, or during the La Concha Flag regatta.

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Boat trip around La Concha Bay

Experience San Sebastián's unique charm with the Blue Line, a 30-minute boat trip across La Concha Bay to Santa Clara Island. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the sea as you sail past some of its most iconic landmarks. Once you reach the island, you can disembark and explore on your own, staying as long as you like and returning whenever you wish. It's the perfect plan for all ages, combining nature, the sea, and sightseeing. Book your spot online or at the ticket office and discover San Sebastián from a different perspective.

Transfer to Santa Clara Island

The trip to Santa Clara Island on our Red Line is quick (less than 10 minutes), comfortable, and above all, great fun. We have several boats operating throughout the summer for this journey.

Opinions

Hear what our customers are saying

Excellent service at an affordable price. The service was consistently good and the tour was unique! Thank you so much, I'll definitely be back.

Today we took a trip to the island. We went with my mother, who has reduced mobility. The boat crew were very kind, helping my mother get on and off. It was a very pleasant trip. Thank you very much.

They leave the port every half hour, very punctual. The journey is very pleasant, with beautiful views. The ticket is round trip and you can return whenever you want, until 8 pm.

Frequently asked questions

If you have any questions, read here what our customers usually ask us.
There are two travel options: a direct boat to the island or one that includes a boat tour around the bay. The direct option costs approximately €5 round trip and takes about 7–8 minutes to reach Santa Clara Island. The option that includes a boat tour around the bay costs around €8 round trip and consists of a 30-minute tour of the bay, ending at Santa Clara Island.
Yes, the visit to Santa Clara Island is self-guided. Once on the island, each visitor can get off the motorboat and explore at their own pace, without guided tours or fixed schedules. You can stay on the island as long as you like, as long as you take the last motorboat back. During peak season (June to September), the last motorboat back to port departs at 8:00 PM.
Departures are always subject to sea and weather conditions. If unfavorable conditions are forecast, departures may be canceled or rescheduled. In the event of cancellation by the company or due to bad weather, a full refund of the booking amount will be issued.
For the red line, which is the boat that goes directly to Santa Clara Island, tickets can only be purchased at the ticket office, as departures are very frequent. As for the blue line, which includes a boat trip across the bay to Santa Clara Island, tickets can be purchased both online and at the ticket office.

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Motoras de la Isla

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Paseo del Muelle S/N, Donostia – San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa

943 000 450

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