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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions Camping Baia di Gallipoli
When does the property open? When does it close?
The property opens 27/05/2023 and closes 30/09/2023
How big is it?
Baia di Gallipoli Camping Resort covers an area of 30 hectares, many of which are large green spaces left at the guests' disposal.
How far is the property from the sea?
The property is not on the sea. Compared to the entrance to the campsite, the distance to the sea is 800 metres. To get a better idea you can type the name of the campsite into Google Maps or Google Earth.
How can we reach the sea?
There is a very convenient shuttle service available for our guests, leaving every 10 minutes, included in the price of your stay (timetable 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. - at the Management's discretion continuous timetable from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.). There are various bus stops within the property spaced at a distance that never exceeds 200-300 metres from the pitch or mobile home area. There is also a shuttle bus stop near the parking area, on the beach, near the pinewood.
Is it possible to walk to the sea? Even with children?
Yes, although there is a climb on the way back. We therefore recommend that you avoid the hottest hours of the day when you are walking back to the property.
Is it possible to reach the sea by bicycle? Even with children?
Yes, the same applies as for walking. By bicycle, however, it will be very easy to reach a series of quiet coves and stretches of public beach via the paths indicated on the map provided by the property.
What if we use our car to get to the sea?
To get to the sea you can also use your own car. In the area in front of the pine forest and the sea, there is a large car park, guarded and free for our guests.
Is paid beach service compulsory?
No. When you arrive at the beach, you are free to choose whether to take advantage of the paid beach service on the equipped beach or to set up your own equipment on the stretch of free beach (to the left and right of Punta della Suina).
How far is it to the nearest town?
The nearest towns are about 4-6 km away Mancaversa (2 km), Gallipoli (4 km) and Taviano (6 km). Main distances: Otranto 43 km , Santa Maria di Leuca , Lecce 42 km, Brindisi Airport 74 km; Bari Airport 165 km.
Are there public transport links to Gallipoli and/or the major towns in Salento?
At the entrance to the campsite you will find the Salento in bus stop, an initiative of the Province of Lecce. This service, which runs from June to September, makes it easy to reach the principal tourist and seaside resorts in the Salento (Otranto, Gallipoli, S. Maria di Leuca) and the coastal areas with high seasonal population density (Porto Cesareo, Torre dell'Orso, the Gallipoli Sud coastline, the S. Cesarea coastline, Castro, S. Maria di Leuca). Tickets for travel on the Salento in Bus can also be purchased online (www.salentointrenoebus.it).
Do you have a transfer service for the airports in Brindisi and Bari and the railway stations in Lecce and Gallipoli?
Yes, there is a transfer service to the main airports and train stations. Click here to find out more.
Can I rent a refrigerator on the premises?
Yes (Info and reservations directly on our website). For car and scooter rentals, delivery and collection directly at the property.
Is there a hospital near the property?
The nearest hospital is in Gallipoli. There is a summer health centre in Mancaversa (2 km from our premises).
The nearest pharmacy?
Mancaversa (2 km), Gallipoli (4 km) and Taviano (6 km).
Is the property suitable for the disabled?
The entire property, with the exception of the mobile homes, is accessible to people with disabilities. The beach is also easily accessible thanks to a walkway that leads to the kiosk bar. We are not able to guarantee the shuttle service to the beach but, should you stay here, we guarantee our absolute availability.
Is there an ATM on the premises?
There is an ATM machine inside the property.
Can I bring my pet with me?
Pets are welcome on our campsite. In the camping area, we accept pets and dogs of non-dangerous breeds, reserving a certain area of the pitches for the exclusive use of crews with dogs. In a limited number of the Mobile Homes PET we accept only one pet per unit (small and medium-sized dogs - dangerous breeds are forbidden). We offer a range of services for our four-legged companions, which can be found in the PET FRIENDLY section of our website. We recommend that you bring with you a copy of your dog's vaccination booklet.
In the event of a stay, please note: They must be kept on a leash; They cannot be left alone on the pitch or in the mobile home; They can take the shuttle bus to the beach but cannot go on the equipped beach; They can go with you to the public beach; They cannot go to the swimming pool area; They must not disturb other guests.
In the event of a stay, please note: They must be kept on a leash; They cannot be left alone on the pitch or in the mobile home; They can take the shuttle bus to the beach but cannot go on the equipped beach; They can go with you to the public beach; They cannot go to the swimming pool area; They must not disturb other guests.
Can I take my boat with me?
Yes, but you will simply be able to keep the trolley with the boat in the car park. There is no vehicular access to the beach for boats. There is the possibility of mooring boats in the immediate vicinity of the property (Gallipoli, Mancaversa ....).
Is Wi-Fi free of charge?
Wi-Fi is free of charge in the bar area; guaranteed for a fee throughout the property (a service provided by OSMOZIS).
What are the opening times and/or hours of operation of the shops on the premises (bar, restaurant, market and shops)?
The bar and restaurant are open as soon as the property opens, as is our beach. The Market and the various shops open in June. However, during the low season there is a small market near the bar where you can always buy fresh bread, milk and other necessities. The opening hours are displayed by the respective managers.
Do you fumigate for mosquitoes?
When weather conditions permit, fumigation is carried out at night using insecticides that are harmless to the health of adults and children. As a further precautionary measure, no clothes or other items of clothing should be hung during the treatment, which is always announced in advance.
Is it possible to use the barbecue on the pitch or at the mobile home?
The only barbecue allowed on the pitch or in the mobile home is a gas barbecue (you can also rent one from the campsite). You will find communal barbecues with charcoal and grills throughout the campsite and mobile home area.
Are there set times for entering and leaving the premises?
The main entrance gate is open and controlled throughout the day. You can enter and leave freely without any kind of time limit.
Can I arrive the property at any time?
You can register your arrival at the reception desk throughout the day (24 hours a day) by handing over all your identity documents and completing your group card. You will be accompanied to your pitch from 8 a.m. to 12.45 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7.45 p.m.; you will be accompanied to your mobile home from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and only after registration and check-in. We advise you to plan your arrival in advance and avoid the quiet hours (1 to 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.).
And if I arrive during the quiet time (from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.)?
From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., you will have to park your vehicle and wait for the offices to reopen, as well as for the escorts to the pitch or mobile home.
After 8.00 p.m., you will have to pitch your tent or park your vehicle (camper and/or caravan) in a pinewood area inside the property, equipped with columns for the connection to electricity and a group of sanitary services, also equipped with a hot shower. In any event, you will be able to use the services of the property as soon as you register (with the exception of the shuttle service to the beach).
Pre-camping stop after 8 p.m. will be charged by night at the normal campsite rates.
After 8.00 p.m., you will have to pitch your tent or park your vehicle (camper and/or caravan) in a pinewood area inside the property, equipped with columns for the connection to electricity and a group of sanitary services, also equipped with a hot shower. In any event, you will be able to use the services of the property as soon as you register (with the exception of the shuttle service to the beach).
Pre-camping stop after 8 p.m. will be charged by night at the normal campsite rates.
Is there a surveillance service?
Yes, throughout the day.
Is it possible to get half board or full board? What are the hours?
Yes, you can buy these services directly at our restaurant. (Info and Bookings +39.334.2015187 +39. 347.1824969).
Can pitches be booked?
Yes. The booking request must be made using our online booking system.
What are the pitches like?
The pitches are large and spacious, shaded and grassy (lawn for some). Artificial shade is provided for some of them. They vary in size based on the type of equipment being used.
- The STANDARD pitch is equipped with an electrical connection of up to 6 amps and covers an area of 60 to 80 m².
- The COMFORT ptich is equipped with an electrical connection of up to 10 amps and covers with an area of up to 120 m² and is very convenient for caravans and motor homes > 7.50 m.
Can I park my car on the pitch?
Only during the low-season (period A). During the other seasonal periods, all cars must be kept in the car park inside the property but outside the camping area.
What kind of electrical outlet is there on the pitches?
It is a blue, two-pin, European type. If you do not have one, you can buy it at the Bazaar in the Piazzetta.
How long do you advise should my electrical cable be?
The distance from the electricity columns varies from pitch to pitch. We recommend that you carry an extension cord of at least 20 metres. Ready-made cables are available from our bazaar.
I forgot my tent at home. Do you sell tents?
Small tents, mats, sleeping bags, mattresses and other typical camping equipment are available at the Bazaar.
Can I load the gas cylinder at the property?
YES . The gas bottle rental service is at the Bazaar. Please note that it is forbidden to store more than one gas cylinder with a capacity of more than 5 kg on the campsite.
Are the mobile homes equipped with air conditioning?
YES
Are the mobile homes equipped with a television?
No, there is no television inside the mobile home and no aerial.
Are the mobile homes equipped with a camping cot?
No. However, camping cots without linen and pillows are available for hire on the premises if required. Due to the limited number, we recommend booking. In the mobile home, a cot can be placed in the living room instead of the bedroom.
Are the mobile homes equipped with bed linen?
No. All linen is excluded and not provided (bed linen, towels and any blankets). If you wish, you can book a linen hire service when during the booking process.