Trike Adventure to Mar Menor, Salt Lakes and Flamingos
Back at the ship by about 1:00 pm, 4 h before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h to spare.
Safety margin
- 9:00 amShip docks in Cartagena20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 9:20 amLeave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
- 9:40 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:40 pm.
- 12:40 pmTour ends20 min back to the pier
- 1:00 pmBack at the gangway4 h before all aboard
- 5:00 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
About this tour
Discover Europe’s largest natural saltwater lagoon, the Mar Menor, on a unique open-air trike ride. This exciting adventure features shimmering pink salt lakes and elegant flamingos, as you explore charming traditional Spanish seaside villages. Along the way, catch a glimpse of Spain’s largest air academy and the elite Patrulla Águila performing aerial maneuvers. Starting from the port, enjoy a comfortable 20-minute minibus ride to kick off your unforgettable trip. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
- Explore the stunning Mar Menor lagoon on a trike
- Witness pink salt lakes and elegant flamingos
- Cruise past Spain’s largest air academy and its elite flight team
- Convenient minibus transport from the port included
Private tour English
What's included
- Each trike seats two person and only your group will travelling on your personal trike,
- We provide helmets for your comfort and satety
Not included
- The opportunity for a refreshment stop may arise depending on time, drinks and food are not included in the tour.
Itinerary
- 1Mar MenorYou will visit Europe's largest natural salwater lagoon coastline.
- 2Los AlcazaresA beautiful traditional Spanish seaside town on the coast of the Mar Menor. A very popular holiday spot for Spanish families.
- 3Parque Regional SalinasVisit the beautiful pink Salt Lakes of San Pedro del Pinatar and see the Flamingos that flock here to feed on the brine shrimp therein.
- 4Lo PaganThe Lo Pagán mud baths, located in the Las Charcas de las Salinas in San Pedro del Pinatar, represent Europe's largest open-air mud therapy area, renowned for their therapeutic, high-mineral clay, which is free to use. Used for centuries to treat rheumatism, arthritis, and skin conditions, the mud is rich in minerals like calcium, iodine, and magnesium, and is applied, dried in the sun, and washed off in the shallow salt lakes.
- 5Santiago de la RiberaCruise along the coastal road to Spain largest active Air Academy where the famous Patrulla Aguila stunt team are often seen training.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
We meet outside the Mare Nostrum Restaurant (parking area in front) right in the Port, a short walk from the cruise dock
We meet outside the Mare Nostrum Restaurant (parking area in front) right in the Port, a short walk from the cruise dock
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
Operated by Murcia Trike Tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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