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Cabo Polonio

Cabo Polonio is a seaside settlement where getting there is part of the visit: access is by an authorized ride across the dunes or, from Valizas, a demanding walk over sand and exposed terrain.

Authorized vehicle crossing the dune access route to Cabo Polonio.
Photo by Valbel Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Walk between Playa Sur, the lighthouse area and Playa de la Calavera.
  • The landscape brings together dunes, coast and a small settlement.
  • Sea lions and fur seals can be observed from designated places near the rocky point.
Dunes and coast seen from Cerro de la Buena Vista between Valizas and Cabo Polonio.
Photo by libertinus from (optional) Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0
Sea lions on rocks near the Cabo Polonio lighthouse.
Photo by Ferizqui Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
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Articles in Cabo Polonio

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Cabo Polonio

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Authorized vehicle crossing the dune access route to Cabo Polonio.

Cabo Polonio Access from Route 10 or Barra de Valizas

In Cabo Polonio, the way in shapes the experience. Compare the authorized transfer from Route 10 with the walk from Barra de Valizas, and choose according to your time, luggage and tolerance for sand.

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Profile updated: 29/09/2026