BOAT ROUTE FROM ALTEA TO JÁVEA
Coves, sea caves and one of the most spectacular routes on the Costa Blanca
If you are looking for a truly special day out, the boat route from Altea to Jávea is one of the most attractive options for those who want to combine boating, coves full of character and some of the most impressive scenery on this part of the Costa Blanca.
Departing from Marina Greenwich - Campomanes, this trip heads north along an increasingly spectacular coastline, with cliffs, sea caves, crystal-clear water and beautiful spots highly valued by those looking for a full day at sea, with several stops and a real sense of escape.
Jávea works especially well as a long full-day outing, and it is a great option for those who have already enjoyed shorter routes around Altea and want to discover a wilder, more varied and visually striking stretch of coastline. It also connects very well with other routes in this area, such as Benitatxell or Moraira.
If you feel like enjoying a day of boating with dramatic scenery, iconic coves and a clearly aspirational experience, this is one of the routes most worth considering from Altea.
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COVA TALLADACova Tallada is one of the most iconic spots on the whole Jávea coastline and one of the main reasons to consider this route. Seen from the sea, this cave offers a real sense of adventure and unique scenery that makes the day feel far more special. It is a perfect stop for those looking for a long route with memorable places, beautiful water and a coastline full of character. On a trip from Altea, it is one of those places that truly justifies the journey. |
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CALA TANGOCala Tango is a very appealing stop for those who want to combine boating, swimming and a sheltered spot where they can enjoy the sea in a more relaxed way. Its setting and the colour of the water make it one of the most pleasant landmarks on this part of the Jávea coastline. It is a great cove to include in a full-day route, especially if you feel like linking several stops together and making the most of the whole day. |
CALA BLANCACala Blanca is one of the spots that best combines scenery, clear water and the feeling of an easy, enjoyable stop on a long route around Jávea. It is perfect for those who want to enjoy the sea at a relaxed pace and a coastline that looks especially beautiful from the boat. If you are interested in this kind of day out, our guide to boating routes from Altea may also help you plan your stops more effectively during the trip. |
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CALA DE DINSCala de Dins gives the route a wilder, more secluded feel, ideal for those who enjoy discovering places that feel very different when experienced from the sea. It is a very pleasant cove to stop at, swim and enjoy the sea in a more intimate setting. Within a full-day trip from Altea, it adds a lot of scenic value and helps make the route richer and more varied. |
CALA SARDINERACala Sardinera is one of the stops most appreciated by those looking for a sense of nature and tranquillity along the route. It is a lovely place to anchor and enjoy a long day with several stops along the Jávea coastline. Its setting, its water and its more hidden-cove feel make it a very attractive option for those who value this kind of Mediterranean landscape. |
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CALA EL POBRETCala El Pobret is a very interesting stop for those who want to alternate boating, swimming and a quieter cove during a full-day route. It is a good option for enjoying a varied day out without losing the feeling of calm that characterises this part of the coastline. If you want to prepare well for this kind of outing, we also recommend checking our guide on what to bring on board before setting off. |
ISLA DEL PORTITXOLPortitxol Island is one of the most recognisable landmarks on the Jávea coastline and one of the great visual highlights of this route. Its setting, the colour of the water and the feeling of being in a very unique place make it an especially valued stop. It is perfect for those who want a trip with dramatic scenery and places that really stand out throughout the day. |
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CALA EL POMCala El Pom is one of those stops that fits perfectly into a long day out if you are looking for a peaceful, beautiful cove where you can enjoy the water at a relaxed pace. It is a very interesting area for those who value scenery and slower, more relaxed stops during the trip. On the route towards Jávea, it adds variety and gives the whole day an even stronger sense of discovery. |
COVA D'ORGUENSCova d'Orguens is another major point of interest on this route for those who enjoy sea caves and a dramatic coastline seen from the boat. It is a stop that brings a real sense of adventure and makes the trip feel like much more than just moving from one cove to another. It is an ideal area for those looking for a more complete experience and a route with several memorable spots throughout the day. |
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RACÓ DEL SOGALLRacó del Sogall is one of the most appealing stops for those who value less accessible spots with a more exclusive feel from the sea. It is a very good option for enjoying a day with several stops along an especially spectacular stretch of coastline. Its more hidden character and the scenery surrounding it make it one of those areas that add a lot of value to the route. |
CALA AMBOLOCala Ambolo is one of the best-known names when talking about Jávea from the sea. Its cliff-lined setting and the colour of the water make it one of the most striking coves along this coastline and one of the most attractive stops on the route. It is a very good option for those who want a day out with dramatic scenery, swimming and the clear sense of being on one of the most spectacular stretches of the Mediterranean. |
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ISLA DEL DESCUBRIDORIsla del Descubridor adds a very special touch to the Jávea route, both because of its image and because of the feeling of boating along a coastline full of distinctive features. It is a very rewarding stop for those who enjoy scenery and observing the shoreline from the boat. On a long day out, it helps make the experience feel even more like a complete journey and a genuine exploration. |
COVA DEL LLOPCova del Llop is another of the spots most appreciated by those looking for a route with sea caves, rocky scenery and beautifully clear water. It is a very interesting stop for those who want to combine boating and scenery with a different visual experience along the Jávea coast. If you feel like enjoying a day at sea with places that really stand out, this area is definitely worth including on the route. |
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CALA EN CALÓCala En Caló is a very pleasant stop for those who want a day with several breaks and a varied coastline experience. It is a perfect area for alternating boating, swimming and quieter moments throughout the day. It is a very good option for completing a route around Jávea without losing the feeling of enjoying a very special coastline from the sea. |
CALA PERNALESCala Pernales is one of the spots that best represents the more natural and peaceful side of this route. Surrounded by cliffs and with a more secluded feel, it works very well for those who value calm and less obvious corners within a long trip. It is also a good reference point for those who want a day at sea with several well-spaced stops and plenty of scenic value. |
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CALA GRANADELLACala Granadella is one of Jávea's best-known gems and one of the most tempting stops on this route. Its setting, the clarity of the water and the visual power of the landscape make it one of the main highlights of any long outing along this part of the coastline. If you want to prepare properly for such a complete day, it may also help to review our guide to the anchoring manoeuvre. And if you are looking for an even more special experience on the way back, you can also take inspiration from our article on a sunset boat tour in Altea. |
What to keep in mind before choosing this route
The route from Altea to Jávea is one of the longest and most complete outings you can plan from this area, so it is best suited to a full-day trip and good sea conditions. It is not usually a route for a short outing if you want to enjoy everything it has to offer properly.
When the weather and sea conditions are right, it is one of the most spectacular routes on this part of the Costa Blanca, because it combines boating, sea caves, islets, cliffs and some of the most famous coves along the coastline. If you are looking for a trip with a real sense of journey, this is one of the best options.
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