Albufera Natural Park (Parque Natural de la Albufera) Tours and Activities

Discover one of the most interesting landscapes in Spain visiting the Albufera of Valencia, a mediterranean forests, rice paddies and lakes where you can enjoy a unique day by the Mediterranean. Let’s go! Two schedules, morning or afternoon; In the afternoon we will finish the day watching sunset from the lake, contemplating a beautiful postcard.

Enjoy a serene escape from the city with a tour of Albufera Lake and nature reserve, located a short distance from Valencia. Explore the charming fishing village of Palmar, and get a sense of traditional waterside life with a peek inside a historic fisherman’s home and a boat ride on the lake.

Escape bustling Valencia and discover the surrounding countryside on two wheels on a 5-hour bike tour, including a paella lunch. With an expert guide, leave the city and pedal along the coast and through picturesque countryside toward La Albufera Nature Park, where a freshwater lagoon attracts thousands of migratory birds. View the lush wetlands, birds and rice fields on a lagoon boat trip, and soak up the peaceful atmosphere to the sound of lapping waters. Finish with a typical Valencian paella lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Valencia.

Dive into history to discover why Valencia is blessed with abundance since antiquity. While marching through the city and its colourful details you´ll disclose how Valencia flourished to be the bread basket of Spain. Travel through centuries to see how our city developed to become the inviting and fruitful city that it is today. Return to nature and unearth why both Valencia as the Albufera lagoon share a common history. Explore the source of our bountiful countryside and relive the daily life of farmers, fishermen and hunters in the royal lands. A trip by boat on the Albufera Lagoon will free you to reconnect with your roots. While enjoying the breeze on your faces, you will get to know even more secrets about this region.

- Visit Albarracín, a medieval village, one of the most beautiful villages of Spain - Travel of the beaten path - Private tour - Taste fantastic Black Truffle food - Teruel Mudéjarr Art - Ride through Ojos Negros - Spain´s longest greenway - Mudéjar art declared Word Heritage by UNESCO - Black Truffle - Discover Valencia - Albufera Natural Park of Valencia

Escape to the countryside on this private 4-hour tour of the Albufera Natural Park from Valencia, including hotel pick-up. Explore the lush wetlands of the Iberian Peninsula as you enjoy a boat cruise through El Palmar, spot local wildlife and visit a bird observatory. Finally, get a taste of rural life as you pass the vast rice plantations, admire traditional Valencian ‘barraca’ houses and stop by a local fish market.

Albufera means nature, gastronomy, birdwatching, culture and history. Today we will discover the waterland were the famous Valencian rice is grown for paella and we will watch local fauna and flora. The Park was declared in 1986 and since then are thousands visitors who decide to visit every year. During the tour we will visit the bird observatory, where is possible (depends on the year time) to see flamingos, herons, storks or different kind of ducks. Then you will learn about the rice and the local culture and traditions embarking on a boat to do a ride on the lagoon and pass by some rice fields. We can see some typical "Barracas" (local farmers building) and the we Will finish on a tablet sharing the most popular Dish in Valencia and Spain, Paella (meal included).

Leave the hustle and bustle of the city center behind and explore some of my favorite off-the-beaten-path destinations in the Valencian community. Your half-day tour is completely private, only for you and your party, including a private guide and private transportation from wherever you want to begin. Since your tour is catered specifically to you and your interests, you are free to customize any part of the tour. If there is anywhere you would like to visit that you don't see listed as part of this tour, please inquire with us, as we are happy to help you have the best day with us. We are also happy to accommodate any mobility or dietary restrictions. Please make a note that not all tours are available on all days, and all tours as they are listed are based on availability. Feel free to message us with any questions.

Avoid the crowded tourist trips with a private shore excursion to Albufera Natural Park, making the most of your time in port with seamless round-trip transfer to the outlying location via air-conditioned vehicle. Discover the flora and fauna of the wetlands, explore the paddy fields by boat, and visit a local fish market for insight into the region’s rural traditions.

Albufera is a fresh water lagoon surrounded by rice fields. The tour includes: Boat tour in Albufera Natural park, guided tour. Traditional Valencian lunch with authentic paella.. Transfer back to the city centre.

I ilve close to the lake so I know the area- it is really beautiful- and I know the restaurant for a long time- so the experience is perfect!

In this getaway you will know the less known beaches of Valencia, you will cycle through Natural Parks and unique fruit plantations. In addition, you will taste the typical Valencian paella and live a local experience in Valencia.