Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Rocha Department, Rocha Department

November 13, 2021 Hana Mouser

Discover the best top things to do in Rocha Department, Uruguay including Caballos De Luz, Fortaleza de Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa National Park, Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio, Beaches at Cabo Polonio, Monte de Ombues, Fuerte de San Miguel, Fortaleza Santa Teresa, Playa de Punta del Diablo, Medanos de la Barra de Valizas.
Restaurants in Rocha Department

1. Caballos De Luz

Sierras De Rocha Ruta 109, Rocha 27000 Uruguay +598 99 400 466 [email protected] http://www.caballosdeluz.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Caballos De Luz

We live in the beautiful Sierras of Rocha, easily accessible and close to the beach, yet well off the beaten path. Our passion are horses, so mostly we offer stays based on long horse back rides for experienced riders, or gentle introductions to the world of horses for beginners. However, we also offer our amenities to anyone who just enjoys being off the tourist paths for a few days, who likes to enjoy peace and quiet and beautiful nature and hearty vegetarian cuisine. We are part of an ecological, organic, artistic comunity,so there is wild honey, organic milk and cheese, and plenty of live music.

Reviewed By speed1001 - London, United Kingdom

Had such a fantastic day at Caballos de Luz with the with awesome and intrepid Lucie! Our afternoon started with some outdoor wild swimming in their glorious backyard river (with a really fun rope swim and natural jacuzzi), then we had a very professional briefing on horseriding from Lucie, followed by a stunning 2 hour horse ride across beautiful terrain, which was then topped off with a stunning and delicious dinner as sunset dropped across the valley. Lucie made the day a total success, and her horses are really well trained and easy to ride! Can't recommend this enough!

2. Fortaleza de Santa Teresa

Ruta 9 Km 302, Rocha 27000 Uruguay +598 4474 6541 http://www.fortesantateresa.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 541 reviews

Fortaleza de Santa Teresa

Military Building Made In 1762 By The Portuguese.

Reviewed By goncalvesjosepcf - Lisbon, Portugal

It’s worth this travel to see this magnificent Fortaleza built by the Portugueses in 1762 and rebuilt by tha Uruguay government. Beautiful and very historic

3. Santa Teresa National Park

Ruta 9 km 300, Rocha 27000 Uruguay +598 4477 2101 http://www.turismorocha.gub.uy/index.php
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4.5 based on 311 reviews

Santa Teresa National Park

Incredible bush next to the sea.

Reviewed By rodrigop536 - Rio Grande, Brazil

Wonderful place for camping and surfing and having a great time within nature. The many beaches alongside the park shores make it very special <3

4. Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio

Cabo Polonio Uruguay http://turismorocha.gub.uy/atractivos/faros/faro-de-cabo-polonio
Excellent
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4.5 based on 596 reviews

Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio

Reviewed By greg_wanders - Auckland Central, New Zealand

We decided to go in the morning at 10 AM when the light house opened as the evening before it was very hazy and several people in line. The following morning however, we were the only ones and could take in the views peacefully. It costs about 30 UYU if i remember correctly, per person and you climb to the top. Even though it wasn't a sunny day, the views are surely worth it. With the small white houses dotted along the coastline on one side and the colorful streets on the other. Not to miss a clear view of the seal colony as well from above. Overall this was my favourite attraction in Cabo Polonio and offers the best views.

5. Beaches at Cabo Polonio

km264 1/2 Ruta 10, Cabo Polonio Uruguay
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4.5 based on 436 reviews

Beaches at Cabo Polonio

This is a point of land that has beautiful beaches and a small hippie comunity. There is now a new visitor center at km 264 1/2 on Ruta 10 where you buy tickets to ride trucks over the dunes to get to the beaches. No vehicles can drive out there other than these authorized trucks. Great unspoiled destination.

Reviewed By WalkerAbout

Park your car just off Route 10, hop aboard the double decker dune buggy bus, and ride across the dunes to the funky little town of Cabo Polonio. Climb the lighthouse, watch the sea lions on the rocks, soak up some sun on the beautiful beaches, and head home when you've had enough. Not to be missed if you're traveling to coastline of Rocha.

6. Monte de Ombues

Los Sauces 197 Barra de Valizas, Rocha 27202 Uruguay http://turismorocha.gub.uy/en/attractions/nature/monte-de-ombues-the-largest-grouping-of-ombu-trees-of-the-region-over-laguna-de-castillos-in-uruguay
Excellent
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Monte de Ombues

7. Fuerte de San Miguel

Ruta 19, Chuy 27100 Uruguay
Excellent
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4.5 based on 133 reviews

Fuerte de San Miguel

8. Fortaleza Santa Teresa

Parque Nacional Santa Teresa, Chuy 27100 Uruguay +598 4477 2101 http://www.uruguai.org/categoria/santa-teresa
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4.5 based on 219 reviews

Fortaleza Santa Teresa

9. Playa de Punta del Diablo

Rocha Uruguay
Excellent
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4.5 based on 442 reviews

Playa de Punta del Diablo

Reviewed By NC0114 - Sheffield, United Kingdom

Punta del Diablo's a bit out of the way, and the town itself is nothing special, but this beach is absolutely tremendous and justified the effort on its own....

10. Medanos de la Barra de Valizas

Valizas Uruguay
Excellent
59%
Good
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4.5 based on 81 reviews

Medanos de la Barra de Valizas

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