Already thinking about the company’s Christmas dinner? Looking for a different space for an employee meeting? In Naviera Nabia we have everything you are looking for: our team will organize the event according to your needs, with personalized menus and ambiance to your liking.
November and December discounts
Booking in November and December brings discounts!
From November 15 to December 15, with every booking you make, you will get a 20% discount code to use in 2023 on your next trip.
Do not miss this offer !
Discover the 6 Natural Parks of Galicia
For tourism in Galicia, the conservation of the landscape and biodiversity that make our land unique is of vital importance. Much work has been done in recent decades to grant maximum environmental protection to large and numerous areas of our territory. This work has led to the creation of an important network of natural parks in Galicia.
The Xunta de Galicia has six natural parks, parks in which the protection of the biological and landscape characteristics is guaranteed through the preservation of their flora and fauna.
With its natural parks, a national park and other natural areas,...
Tickets to the Island of Ons, the 2 steps you have to follow
If you are thinking about going to Ons Island, you should know what you have to do to get your ticket and go on one of our boats. Depending on the season in which you want to travel, you will have to book it with more time or not and in some cases have a mandatoryauthorization issued by the Xunta de Galicia.
Throughout the month of September we continue regular trips to the island of Ons, which this season is getting almost at the level of the Cíes Islands in terms of demand and occupancy, covering the maximum quota for much of the summer.
Want to know everything you need? Well, stay and...
Cíes: the 5 things you need to know if you travel in September
Now that summer is advancing we have no doubt that going to the Cíes Islands is a good plan to enjoy a little more. Cíes in September is a great plan.
We will start to have more availability of places in the islands to get authorization and from September 15 it will no longer be necessary (the islands also maintain a capacity limit, don’t get lost!).
Whether you are planning your trip as a couple, with your family, with friends or just because you are an adventurer, the Cíes Islands are waiting for you.
So prepare your towel, your trekking shoes and charge your cell phone because...
TOPONYMS OF CÍES – 2
Place names are cultural heritage of a people, they speak of its history, what happened in a place, to whom a domain belonged, an event, the resemblance in its shape with an animal, the face of a person, etc. After the island of San Martiño, in the second installment we will talk about the toponyms of the island of Montefaro, do Medio or de Abaixo.
Yes, we are in the archipelago of the Cíes Islands, within the Parque Nacional das Illas Atlánticas de Galicia.
What is a “toponym” for the R.A.E.? “1. m. Ling. Proper noun of place. (From the Greek “topos” place)....
TOPONYMS OF CÍES – 1
Place names are part of the culture of a people: geographical features, human settlements, rivers, springs, mountains, even farmland, have their own name. In this entry we will talk about the toponyms of CÍES. More specifically of the island of San Martiño. The R.A.E. defines “toponym” as “.
1. m. Ling. Proper noun of place. (From the Greek “topos” place).
The inhabitants of towns and villages are the main repositories of this immaterial culture. The proper names of places speak of their history, their location, their physical resemblance to an animal or a...
Bouzas Fireworks 2022 from the sea!
A true classic! On July 17th we take you to experience the magic of the Bouzas fireworks from the sea.
No hustle, no queues, no hassles and living them from a unique environment, with the reflection of the lights in the sea.
Are you in? We leave from Cangas (21:45) and Vigo (22:00).
The trip will begin with a walk along the estuary. We will anchor in front of Bouzas, in the perfect place to have the best possible view of the now famous Bouzas fireworks.
The trip includes two different modalities, a trip along the estuary and fireworks, or a trip and fireworks with...
Ons Island or Cíes Islands? Which one is ideal for your trip?
Ons Island or Cies Islands? This is the question that more and more travelers ask themselves before visiting the Parque Nacional das Illas Atlánticas de Galicia. Due to its national and international fame, most travelers visit the Cies Islands. CIES has thus become, over the years, a highly sought-after destination thanks to its incomparable unspoiled environment.
However, being more unknown and receiving less tourism, Ons discovers a natural paradise on a par with Cíes. In addition, Ons allows you to enjoy other charms, such as an excellent gastronomy, visiting Casa Acuña.
Cíes Islands...
What to see in Moaña: art, routes, beaches, gastronomy and much more.
What to see in Moaña? Traces of a millenary historyThe DolmenMoaña in the Middle Ages and Modern TimesThe gold of RandeMoaña at present: the sea as the main axisThe tourism sectorThe best beaches to see in MoañaAll sizesHow to see everything there is to see in MoañaMoaña is a partyDomingo Villar’s literary footprint, a new incentive to visit MoañaDiscover it: There’s a lot to see in Moaña
There is a lot to see in Moaña. This beautiful town is located north of the Vigo estuary, along with other municipalities geographically nestled in the Morrazo Peninsula. Sometimes it can be...
What to see in Vigo in one day: discover the Olivic City
There is a lot to see in Vigo in one day. The city of Vigo and the places to visit near it offer us an infinity of tourist attractions to admire and enjoy. Vigo is an ideal place from which to plan excursions to the Rías Baixas and its best beaches. Also as a starting point to visit the Cíes Islands or Ons Island.
If you only have one day in the city, here are our recommendations on the best plans for Vigo and its estuary, as well as some of its legends and anecdotes. Will you join us?
Free excursions to see Vigo in one day
A good starting point to visit Vigo in one day is to take...
CIES, 1 lighthouse overlooking Paradise
Looking for the best horizons? Here there is no swing or bench or chair for instagramers. CIES, lighthouse to Paradise: with capital letters, without artifice or additions.
Have you ever had that urge to travel to a place where you feel entirely at peace? Then get your ticket to Cies Islands because it’s the closest you’ll get to Paradise. And precisely for this reason, Cies has limited places. To purchase your ticket online you will also need to obtain a visitor’s authorization if you are traveling between June 15 and September 15. Run, places are limited!
With your...
Swimming in the Cíes Islands in 3, 2, 1… how, where and when
Bathing in the Cíes Islands is one of the luxuries that any visitor to the Parque Nacional das Illas Atlánticas should indulge in. The beaches of the Cíes Islands will conquer you with their white sand and crystal clear waters in the middle of a unique natural environment. Each with its own particular charm, it is common to find some of the beaches of the Cíes Islands among those considered the most beautiful in the world.
Here we tell you everything you need to know to enjoy the wonderful experience of bathing in the Cíes Islands.
The Cíes Islands and the National Park, diving between two...
Tribute to Domingo Villar at El Último Barco
Piratas de Nabia performs a “last ship tribute” to Domingo Villar, recently deceased.
“The ferry that communicated the ports of Vigo and Moaña was a white catamaran of about twenty meters in length that was attached to the ship leaving a trail of bubbles in the sea. A blue stripe, wider at the bow than at the stern, decorated the sides of the vessel. It could accommodate seventy passengers in the interior cabin and thirty more in the open air, on the benches located behind the wheelhouse, on the upper deck. The name of the ship was written in block letters:” Pirata...
Ons for the 5 senses
Don’t you think that going to Ons Island by boat is a real treat for our senses? The National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia gives us some of the most beautiful landscapes of Galicia, and many of them are engraved in our retina. Ons is enjoyed with all 5 senses.
The island of Ons, as well as the other islands of the Atlantic Islands National Park, is the paradise we need to know just off the coast of Galicia. Flavors, aromas, smells, textures, landscapes, are amplified to their maximum expression in Ons.
Ons is a journey for the 5 senses, when you finish reading you will...
Follow the 52SuperSeries Sailing Week from the sea
Follow the 52SuperSeries Baiona Sailing Week from the sea. A plan that any sailing or sports enthusiast should not miss.
The Monte Real Club de Yates de Baiona is the host for the first race of this competition, considered the Formula 1 of the sea.
The 52 SUPER SERIES is considered the world’s top sailing circuit. Competing monohulls from 5 continents: Allegre (UK), Gladiator (UK), Interlodge (USA), Phoenix (South Africa), Platoon (Germany), Provezza (Turkey), Quantum Racing (USA) and Sled (USA) are the teams that will measure their strength on the Galicia race course.
Fantastic...
Cíes and Ons Islands, how to obtain 2022 authorization
¿Ya sabes cómo conseguir la autorización en 2022 para visitar las Islas Cíes y la Isla de Ons?
We are already in season! With the arrival of good weather and with summer just around the corner, our boats begin to move on weekends from some of the ports of the Rias Baixas. It is time to get your authorization before visiting the Cíes and Ons Islands.
From May 15, if you want to come to the Atlantic Islands National Park to enjoy the Cíes or Ons Islands, you will have to get an authorization with your boat ticket, yes or yes. This is a very simple procedure that we will explain in this...
Fauna in the Atlantic Islands
Atlantic Islands, do you know the fauna of the National Park?
Enjoying the islands of the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia is a luxury within our reach. But we can increase this enjoyment by getting to know them better. The native fauna in the Atlantic Islands is rich, especially in birds. Knowing it will help us understand the islands, enjoy them and conserve them more when we are able to visit them again.
We are going to give a brief description of the animals that we can find on our walks along the trails that run through the islands of the National Maritime-Terrestrial...
Illa de Ons: 6th Race Volta á Illa, Clube Corredoiras
Piratas de Nabia took on Sunday to Ons the 400 participants and as many animators and family members of the VI Carrera Volta á Illa de Ons.
The race VI Volta á Illa de Ons organized by the Club Corredoiras de Bueu took place yesterday with great success and good weather. This allowed both athletes and their companions to enjoy a fantastic day. All registration places were sold out. The event consisted of a 10-kilometer walk and the main event, the 20-kilometer Trail Volta á Illa de Ons.
Beatriz Fernández and Álvaro Prieto were the winners in their categories. Already in the first kilometers...
Mother’s Day 2022 to be celebrated on a pirate ship
Mothers who travel to Cíes Islands and Ons Island with Piratas de Nabia on May 1st will receive an exclusive design totebag.
Being a mother is a gift and at Piratas de Nabia we did not want to let such an important date slip away without having a detail for all the mothers who travel with us to
Cíes
or to
Ons
next May 1st.
In addition, this year there is a double reason to celebrate because two very special celebrations coincide on the same date, Labor Day and Mother ‘s Day. Indeed, May 1 is the world day of workers’ commemoration. The origin of this celebration dates...
Starlight Route, an astronomical observatory in the sea
The Starlight Route experience kicked off on Saturday 30 in the 2022 season. Since 2014 Pirates of Nabia offers a unique experience, the observation of the night sky from the sea. To do this we moved away from the light pollution of the cities by boat, so we have our astronomical observatory at sea.
Starlight routes: what is an astronomical observatory at sea like?
The Maritime-Terrestrial National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia is certified with the “Starlight Tourist Destination” seal because the Starlight Foundation has evaluated and recognized it as an unbeatable...
A CIES from Moaña, 3 advantages
To CIES from Moaña, depending on the duration of your excursion you can save up to 20€.
To CIES, from Moaña, yes it is also possible, with the Pirates of Nabia. At this time of year the
Cíes Islands
is one of the favorite destinations. Galician travelers and tourists from all over the Peninsula come to the islands. We are also visited by travelers and pilgrims from different countries around us.
The Cíes Islands belong to the Maritime-Terrestrial National Park of the Atlantic Islands. They are a paradisiacal enclave at the entrance of the Vigo estuary. They include the beach of...
Camping Isla de Ons, Easter Week ’22
Camping Isla de Ons is a great option to treat yourself to a well-deserved rest at Easter.
If you are an adventurer in love with nature, pay attention because we have just announced the opening of our campsite, the first self-sustainable campsite in Galicia. So, so that you don’t have any loose ends in the planning of your vacations, today we tell you everything you need to know if you are going to go to Camping Ons at Easter.
Is it necessary to have authorization to go to Ons Island at Easter?
The answer is, yes. Both in high season (from May 15 to September 15) and at Easter, you...
CIES ISLANDS: Discover its 3 most photographic viewpoints
As you know, the Cies Islands are one of the most visited tourist destinations in Galicia. This is not surprising, since among its natural landscapes there are places capable of taking anyone’s breath away. Therefore, today we present the 3 viewpoints with which you will get the most impressive photographs and with which, if you want, you can leave everyone speechless in your social networks.
In this post we tell you more details!
Viewpoint of O Alto do Príncipe
The difficulty of the route in the Cies Islands that leads to this viewpoint is low, with a distance of 2.5 kms (round...
LEGAL RULES – Christmas Contest 2021
Legal Bases Naviera Piratas de Nabia organizes a local Christmas Promotional Sweepstakes (hereinafter the “Promotional Sweepstakes”) consisting of awarding one (1) winner with a trip for two people to the Cíes Islands or the Ons Islands organized by Naviera Nabia (hereinafter the “Prize”). The deadline for participation will be from Friday, December 17 to December 22.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
The legal bases, as well as the Terms and Conditions of this Promotional Sweepstakes (hereinafter, the “Terms and Conditions”), are set forth below:
Any person...
3 reasons to travel to the Cíes Islands in winter
Although many times we only think of visiting the Cíes Islands in the summer months, the truth is that in low season you can also discover the other wonderful side of our natural and beautiful landscapes. Yes, visiting the Cíes Islands in winter is also possible with
Pirates of Nabia
!
If you are looking for a place to discover on your weekend getaway you have to read this. Well, although it may not be a destination that is at the top of your list, you will be surprised by the magic that these landscapes give off even in winter. Stay here to learn more!
1- Discover the charm of...
Naviera Nabia: you can now participate in the VII Christmas Postcard Competition
One of the most magical times of the year par excellence is here. The Christmas spirit has invaded us again in Naviera Nabia to bring you a new contest, the VII Christmas postcard contest. Haven’t you heard yet? Well, today we tell you all the bases so you can participate. Don’t miss it!
Nabia, Christmas Card Contest
BASIS 1: GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Any person who participates in the contest accepts each and every one of the provisions described in these Terms and Conditions. These are applicable, complement each other and are understood to form part of these particular...
5 curiosities about the Cíes Islands that you might not know
The
Cíes Islands
The Cíes Islands, a hidden treasure in the Atlantic, are an archipelago located in Pontevedra that is formed by three islands that keep many secrets. If you already know the islands and have fallen in love with their beauty and want to know more, or if you are planning to visit them, today we tell you 5 curiosities about the Cíes Islands that you may not know. The Cíes Islands are a fashionable destination and a must for all visitors to the Rías Baixas. So, do you want to know more?
We tell you about it here!
Islas Cíes, las Islas de los dioses
If we go back years...
Starlight Cíes, a destination for stargazing
Starlight Cíes, what do we mean?
The clean sky of the Cíes Islands, thanks to its low light pollution, made that in 2016, the Starlight Foundation, certified the Cíes as a “starlight“tourist destination to see the stars along with the other islands of the Park, Ons Island, Sálvora and Cortegada.
Thanks to the protection and responsible tourism, this starlight certification was achieved, which today becomes a great tourist attraction if you visit the island. But this is not all,
Keep reading this post to learn more!
¿Qué es un destino Starlight?
Starlight Destinations are...
Call for entries and Legal Bases for a raffle in RRSS for 1 getaway for two to Ons
Sorteo 1 Bono doble en rutas de Naviera Nabia
BASIS 1: OBJECT
Naviera Nabia (hereinafter the Organizer) is organizing a local Promotional Sweepstakes (hereinafter the “Promotional Sweepstakes”) on Instagram and Facebook, consisting of awarding 1 winner with. a voucher for an ESCAPE FOR 2 AT ONS. This prize consisting of one night’s accommodation in Glamping for two people, dinner for two people at CASA ACUÑA, to choose between Mariscada or Caldeirada de Pulpo, and breakfast, also includes boat tickets departing from Bueu or Portonovo, entry permits and overnight stay...
Announcement and legal bases of the sweepstakes in Social Networks
Call for entries and legal bases for the raffle of 1 Menu for two people at Restaurant Nabeira Vigo
BASIS 1: OBJECT
Naviera Nabia (hereinafter, the organizer) organizes a local Promotional Sweepstakes (hereinafter the “Promotional Sweepstakes”) on Instagram and facebook, consisting of awarding 1 winner with a voucher for a Menu for two people at Nabeira Vigo Restaurant during the month of July 2021. The deadline for participation will be from Saturday, June 12 at 00:00 to June 30, 2021 at 00:00.
The communication of the winners will be made public on the Facebook and...
Boat to Cíes Islands or Ons? What you need to know to decide for one of the 2
If you have already been convinced to visit the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia, the next step is to decide whether to take a boat to the Cíes Islands or to Ons. This is the way every tourist goes before buying a ticket, so it is not surprising.
Although there are more islands , it is clear that these two are the most touristic and surprising to our eyes, and yes, we have all asked ourselves this question: Are the Cíes Islands or the Ons Islands better? We tend to compare them to decide on one to take the boat, but… wrong! Each has its own charm.
If there is...
The 3 things you cannot miss if you go by boat to the Cíes Islands
We all know that the Cíes Islands are a privileged place in the Atlantic, regardless of whether you have already visited them or not, but before arriving you can enjoy a whole experience. Going by boat to Cíes is an opportunity to enjoy not only the islands but also the journey.
Stay to read this to find out what three unique things you can see with Pirates of Nabia.
A unique and incomparable journey to the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia and the “best beach in the world” according to The Guardian and any Galician you ask.
The adventure of going by boat...
Easter Week 2021 to soar: Make your reservation to Cíes and Ons Islands
You can already make your reservation to visit the Cíes and Ons Islands! Prepare everything for this Easter 2021 because we set sail again. We are looking forward to bringing our islands back to life and they need you as much as you need them.
We have to go back to Easter a year ago, we can’t spend the holidays cooped up at home again. This 2021 has to come out on top and of course it will be under two conditions: enjoyment and, above all, compliance with safety and hygiene measures. So, book now on our website and don’t miss out on your place!
Security in the Islands, the...
5 tips to keep in mind in times of Covid-19
No one imagined half a year ago that a global pandemic would cause us to be housebound for so long and to value so much small acts like getting together with family and friends, getting out of the house or even traveling. That is why now that we can adapt to the new normal, we summarize in 5 tips for traveling after coronavirus.
5 points for you to enjoy a few days of disconnection and fresh air in a safe and grateful for all the effort that local businesses make to open the shutters of their stores every day.
1. Enjoy the outdoors
With the arrival of summer and the new normal, outdoor...
Visiting the Island of Ons, 5 curiosities about this alternative to the outdoors
As things stand, we know that visiting the island of Ons is one of the things you would most like to do right now. We also know that you are tired of being at home and not being able to travel because of all the limitations that are part of our daily lives, but the good weather is approaching and we can’t help but start planning new adventures with you to enjoy. Even in times of pandemic, we want you to get to know some of our destinations better and feel close to us again.
Would you like to read more?
In order to know what we are talking about, it is necessary to situate ourselves...