Hello dear travelers. Today we ventured out to Costa Brava in search of a beautiful cove, packing sandwiches and some drinks for the journey, a simple mix of water with a touch of lemon, just light snacks. We packed everything up and set out fully prepared, even bringing our surfboard along to give it a try at the cove.
After about a two-hour drive, we arrived at a beach called Sa Tuna. Parking in Costa Brava is tough, so it’s best to come early, around 8-9 am. We got there at 11:30 and finding a spot to park took quite a while. Fortunately, we found a spot and headed to the beach with all our gear.
Coves, coves, coves... It sounds so romantic, but when you get there, the crowds are overwhelming. This is pretty much the scene across Costa Brava during July and August. The cove we visited today was packed with people, leaving hardly any room to move. Inflating my surfboard was quite a workout. These coves have no waves. The water is very calm, making it easy to surf. But getting into the water can be tricky with so many people and boats around.
I brought along a waterproof case and tried to capture some moments in the sea. The water was calmer and quieter compared to the beach, which felt like an anthill. The beach isn’t sandy. It’s covered in pebbles, so we had to secure our umbrella with rocks. Boats frequently come into the cove from the sea, offering beautiful views from the shore. Surfing into the cove was a fantastic experience. There are also small caves you can explore here. Beachgoers rent sunbeds and umbrellas, but the rental prices are quite steep—around €50 per day. Surrounding the cove are small houses, adding to the picturesque scenery. There are also a few restaurants along the beach, but the prices are higher than at regular spots. For example, fish is priced at €155 per kilo and paella is around €110.
Walking around the cove isn’t too comfortable, as the beach is full of pebbles. Special shoes are necessary for swimming, as the seabed is also covered in stones. Despite the potential for a stunning view from where we set up our umbrella and surfboard, the crowds meant we mostly saw people's backs and legs.
At the beach entrance there’s a sign listing the rules: no dogs, littering, fires, smoking or motorbikes allowed, just standard regulations. There’s also an old anchor on display, a reminder that this used to be a fishing village. The beach is called "Platia De Sa Tuna" and is located in Begur. The cabin on-site has restrooms, with an entry fee of €1.
I want to draw attention to the beach's condition. It's stone, stone and more stone. Walking here is quite uncomfortable and painful, as the stones get extremely hot. Getting into the water is another challenge; you can easily understand why a girl might be lying down in slippers, as there is no sandy surface here. Entering the water means navigating small to medium-sized pebbles, which is quite uncomfortable. Occasionally sharp rocks appear and there are also large boulders in the sea. The beach and the seabed are filled with stones, which is unfortunate.
Let's give a quick review of Sa Tuna Cove, located about 130 km from Barcelona. The easiest way to get here is by car, either your own or a rental. I'm not sure if buses come here and honestly, I wouldn’t put in much effort to reach this supposedly special and relaxing cove. I don’t find the cove to be very comfortable or particularly special. It's crowded. You’ll need special water shoes to get into the sea. The water entry starts with pebbles and then leads to sharp rocks, making it quite uncomfortable.
This cove didn’t appeal to me much. There aren’t many entertainment options here. For example, I couldn’t find a clear place to rent a kayak. Kayaks are available, but there’s no obvious rental point. Also renting a sunbed and umbrella here is ridiculously expensive, around €50 for half a day. Restaurant prices are a bit high too, as there aren’t many restaurants, although the view of the cove is beautiful. Everything seems designed for a more expensive vacation, but it’s not guaranteed to be peaceful or relaxing. So, you’ll need to decide for yourself whether it’s worth spending time here.
Only my friend explored the underwater world and reported seeing a few fish and sea urchins, but nothing that would make you say "Wow, amazing!" So, I didn’t even bother diving in. We even thought about heading to another cove to relax in a more comfortable spot. But it was getting late, so we gave up on that idea. With that, I’m saying goodbye from this cove. Sending hugs to you all.
