Isla Gorriti
A pine-covered island 15 minutes by boat from the harbor, with white-sand beaches and the ruins of an 18th-century Spanish battery.
Gorriti Island sits at the mouth of Maldonado Bay. It is covered in pine forest and has two quiet beaches, as well as the ruins of a battery built by the Spanish during the colonial era. You can walk a path around the island. In summer, ferries from the Punta del Este harbor take about 15 minutes, and a round trip costs about UYU 600–800. The island has very few facilities, so bring your own water and food. Ferry departures are less frequent in the off-season.
Opening hours
Summer ferry approx. 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Puerto de Punta del Este
- Punta del Este Lighthouse
- Iglesia de la Candelaria
- Playa Mansa
- Avenida Gorlero
- La Mano (Los Dedos)
- Playa Brava
- Maldonado Old Town