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Parque Nacional de Cabo Polonio - This is a magical place with a great scenic beauty that still preserves typical characteristics of the Uruguayan Atlantic coast, and its original fishing villages.
It is located in the department of Rocha, 264 km from Montevideo.
It has three islands off its coast where there is an important reserve of sea lions.
Its lighthouse has been a reference for sailors and the entire east coast since 1881.
Both this place and the entire surrounding area is riddled with shipwrecks, which has earned it the label “hell for sailors”.
It is completely different from any other point on the coast of the country, there is no electric light (which gives it a particular touch and allows you to appreciate the night sky at night) or running water, there are no streets but irregular paths that link the small houses .
Those who come to spend the summer here appreciate these characteristics of contact with nature.
The entry is made in authorized all-terrain vehicles.
- Private transportation
- Entrance to the National Park
- Snacks
- Entrance to the Lighthouse - Approximately $U 40 or $1 USD
Cabo Polonio National Park is a large, picturesque preserve that retains characteristic features of the Uruguayan Atlantic coast, along with its original fishing communities. This location is markedly distinct from any other coastal region in the nation; it is devoid of electricity (providing a unique feel and a clear view of the night sky) and running water, with no concrete roads but irregular paths connecting the basic houses.
Access is permissible through off-road vehicles, but exclusively for those approved by the Ministry of Environment and other relevant authorities.
Everything in Polonio is accessible by foot, so brace yourself for walking and discovering various scenery like vast unoccupied beaches, immense rocks with pathways in between, or very tall dunes offering stunning views.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
