Areoso Island is at its best with good weather and calm seas — but that is exactly when its limited, permit-controlled spots fill up. This guide helps you choose when to go and avoid missing out.
High season: summer and Easter
This is when the water is most inviting and there are more departures, but also when it gets busiest. The Xunta authorization is mandatory at Easter and from 15 May to 30 September, with a quota of around 150 visitors per day across three time slots. And demand is real: the 2025 season saw 11,372 bookings, and in August the quota filled up almost every day. If you go in July or August, book as early as possible.
Shoulder season: June and September
For many, the best balance: good weather, pleasant water and fewer people than peak August. You still need the authorization, but spots are usually easier to find.
Wind, tides and safety
Weather rules: wind and tides can reschedule or cancel a trip for safety. Booking a guided route takes that worry away, as the operator monitors conditions and decides for you.
- Mornings tend to have less wind and are the easiest slot to find free.
- Always check the forecast the day before.
- With kids or little experience, calm seas are best.