The 5 best Boat Tours in the Tremiti Islands

Discover St. Andrew's Island starting from Gallipoli with a boat excursion.

For this experience you will have a choice of:

•    Morning excursion
•    Afternoon excursion

For each of these excursions, the itinerary includes:

•    departure from the port of Gallipoli
•    Island of St. Andrew and swim stop to swim surrounded by fish
•    Punta Pizzo bay with a stop to swim in the blue waters of this natural oasis
•    return skirting Punta Suina with typical aperitif served on board

During the morning excursion, the boat staff will serve you both an aperitif and a typical fish dish.

During the excursion you will be guided by a skipper who can satisfy all your curiosity about the place.

On the boat there is snorkeling equipment, to admire the seabed, and a sunshade awning to relax in the shade if necessary.

The use of sunscreen, not on board, is recommended to protect yourself from the sun.

The Gallipoli boat excursion allows you to explore the Salento region while admiring the Apulian coastline from the sea and diving into the crystal clear waters.

You will have the opportunity to admire Old Gallipoli with its towers, walls and churches. You will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will share with you the history and traditions of this area. 

The tours last 3 hours; the morning and afternoon departures include a swim stop at the island of Sant’Andrea, a natural park dominated by a tall lighthouse and characterized by a rich marine ecosystem, and one at Punta Pizzo where the sandy seabed and inlet create a natural pool.

The sunset tour includes a stop at the island of Sant’Andrea and one in the Lidi area where it will be possible to admire the sun disappearing into the sea in peace.

You can dive, snorkel or relax on a SUP thanks to the equipment provided by the facility.

On board you will be offered an aperitif with artisanal focaccia, fresh fruit and local wine. 

The boat can accommodate up to 11 people and it is equipped with soft cushions, awning then extended shade area, swim platform and ladder for comfortable ascent, music and freshwater shower.

Shared or private tours can be arranged.

This three-hour boat excursion from Santa Maria di Leuca allows you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the Salento coastline.

Aboard a comfortable boat you will have the opportunity to explore both sides of the coast, thus having a complete view of this stretch of coastline.

The trip will take you through striking landscapes and unique rock formations that characterize both the Ionian and Adriatic sides of the coast.

The suggestive sea caves you will encounter along the way will add a touch of mystery and wonder to the adventure, offering you the opportunity to admire the shades of color of the crystal-clear waters surrounding the region.

During the tour you will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the turquoise and refreshing waters of the Salento coast, enjoying direct contact with the unspoiled nature that characterizes this part of Puglia.

Swimming stops add an element of relaxation and fun to the trip, allowing you to relax and appreciate the beauty of the sea.

On the boat you can request snacks, wine and fresh water (included in the price).

The group excursion by sailboat at sunset in Gallipoli allows you to admire the Salento coast when it is tinged with striking colors.

You will sail along the Ionian coast of Puglia while enjoying an aperitif full of typical products accompanied by local wine.

In case of food allergies and intolerances, you can contact the facility after booking.

Relaxing swimming stops at dusk are also planned during the navigation.

This experience runs from May to October, with the exception of August.

The time may vary depending on the time of sunset.

Discover the Salento coast with a boat tour from Castro Marina, available in 1, 2 or 3 hours, and experience sea caves and crystal clear waters.

During the excursion you will depart from Castro Marina Port and sail along the area's main caves, such as Grotta Palombara, Rotundella, Azzurra, Zinzulusa and Romanelli, with bathroom stops in the most beautiful bays. On longer tours you will reach Porto Miggiano, Santa Cesarea Terme and Porto Badisco, with additional stops for swimming and relaxing.

The’experience è shared with other participants and guided by an experienced skipper, with itinerary and boat subject to change to ensure safety and comfort.

Group boat excursion departing from the port of San Foca and lasting 2 1/2 hours. During this tour you can admire the Adriatic coast and dive into the crystal clear water.

The tour stops are as follows:

•    Roca Li Posti (Cave of Poetry)
•    Torre dell’Orso Bay (legendary stacks Le Due Sorelle)
•    Creeks of Sant’Andrea (Lu Pepe cove, faraglioni, bastion staircase, Sandri cove)

Two swimming stops are planned during the excursion:

•    Bay of Torre dell’Orso 
•    Calette di Sant’Andrea 

This excursion is perfect for spending a relaxing time with friends or family.

The 12 noon group tour includes a toast on board.

In case of food allergies or intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

Frequent Questions:

•    Small group sizes. 
•    Accessible to all skill levels.
•    You can bring food on board.
•    Expert Guides.
•    There are no dangerous fish.
•    Unique points of interest.
•    Safe swimming stops.
•    Comprehensive assistance.
•    Attention to safety.
•    Photos on board.
•    Feedback and positive reviews.
•    Pet-Friendly.

Experience a day at sea along the coast of Vieste by renting a dinghy that is easy to drive and requires no boat license.

È an ideal experience to independently explore coves, sea caves and crystal clear waters of the Gargano.

The inflatable boat è equipped with a 40 hp engine and è designed to provide comfort while cruising, with space to relax and take bathroom stops along the coast. Starting from Vieste you can organize your itinerary in freedom, reaching the most suggestive and less accessible areas by land.

You can choose between half-day or full-day rentals.

Boat trip along the coast of Vieste, rent a boat without a license among friends or family.

Program

After a brief driving lesson from the staff, you will depart from the port of Vieste and have the opportunity to explore the Gargano coast on your own.

You can choose your itinerary by exploring hidden coves or better known beaches such as Baia San Felice, Baia di Campi and Pugnochiuso Beach. You can also make several stops to dive into the sea in the crystal clear waters.

To personalize the experience you can choose from

•    half-day rental
•    full-day rental

Fuel is to be paid on return and the cost is around 50/60€ but may vary depending on several factors.

Discover the caves of the Gargano with a skippered boat excursion and included aperitif.

Departing from the port of Vieste, you will pass by the islet of S. Eufemia and the peninsula of San Francesco to the Pizzomunno monolith, which owes its name to the legend of the fisherman Pizzomunno and his beloved mermaid Cristalda.

You will then skirt Scialara beach and Portonuovo beach to arrive at the San Felice Arch, where the entrance to the Campana piccola cave is visible, and the Testa del Gargano.

Along the crossing, you can admire high white cliffs overhanging the sea with gorse, cysts and pine trees jutting out over the blue waters and picturesque beaches such as San Felice Bay, Campi Bay, Porto Greco Bay, Pugnochiuso Bay, Pergola Bay, Vignanotica Bay and Zagare Bay.

You will also have the opportunity to dive into the sea, thanks to some stops at the most striking points of this trip.

Finally, before returning, you will enjoy an excellent aperitif of local products, offered by the boat's staff.

Throughout the trip, you will be accompanied by a skipper who will be able to tell you delicious anecdotes about this particular area of Puglia.

The group boat excursion to Vieste Sea Caves will take you to discover the beautiful Gargano coastline.

The group tour departs from Vieste with two daily trips to Baia delle Zagare. You will visit the most striking bays and beaches, some not accessible from the main road. Descriptions of points of interest are provided in Italian and English during navigation. A stop of about 40 minutes is planned at the Bay of Seagulls.

This exclusive tour is taken aboard an inflatable boat with a skipper included who will guide you along the Gargano coastline. Embark on this excursion and experience an adventure in Vieste's Sea Caves in excellent company.

Maximum capacity: 120 people for the group tour, 15 people for the private tour.

Experience a day trip to the Tremiti Islands departing from Vieste that includes a motorboat transfer, free time on the island and tour of the archipelago.

After the ferry transfer, you can choose to visit San Nicola or San Domino.

In San Nicola you can immerse yourself in the history of the ancient village and visit the imposing Montecassino Abbey-Fortress of the Adriatic. If, on the other hand, you choose San Domino, the largest island in the archipelago, you can stroll through dense Aleppo pine forests and discover beautiful coves such as Cala Matano, Cala dello Spido and Cala degli Inglesi.

Next you will take part in a boat tour around the archipelago on a smaller motorboat, sailing between San Domino, San Nicola, Cretaccio and Capraia. While sailing you will visit sea caves with a swim stop.

If time permits, you can also disembark on the other island you have not yet visited and continue your exploration.

This three-hour boat excursion from Santa Maria di Leuca allows you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the Salento coastline.

Aboard a comfortable boat you will have the opportunity to explore both sides of the coast, thus having a complete view of this stretch of coastline.

The trip will take you through striking landscapes and unique rock formations that characterize both the Ionian and Adriatic sides of the coast.

The suggestive sea caves you will encounter along the way will add a touch of mystery and wonder to the adventure, offering you the opportunity to admire the shades of color of the crystal-clear waters surrounding the region.

During the tour you will also have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the turquoise and refreshing waters of the Salento coast, enjoying direct contact with the unspoiled nature that characterizes this part of Puglia.

Swimming stops add an element of relaxation and fun to the trip, allowing you to relax and appreciate the beauty of the sea.

On the boat you can request snacks, wine and fresh water (included in the price).

A boat excursion to discover the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca accompanied by an experienced skipper.

Departing from the port of Santa Maria di Leuca, you will pass by the Heel of Italy, the point where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas meet, and then continue on to the area's wonderful caves.

Among the various caves and coves along the coast, visit the Grotta del Diavolo, the Baia delle Sirene, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte and many others.

In addition, the itinerary includes 2 stops for swimming in the sea in two breathtaking locations:

•    The first stop will be near the Cave of the Dragon and the Lovers.
•    The second will be at the Cave of the Breath and in this case you will be accompanied inside the cave by the guide

The skipper, who will be on board throughout the outing, will provide explanations about the caves and be able to answer your curiosities about the area.

Finally, before returning to port, you will be offered an aperitif of local products.

You will have a choice of 3 outings with the same itinerary depending on your departure time:

•    Morning excursion, departing at 10:00 am
•    Excursion in the afternoon, departing at 2:00 pm
•    Sunset hike, departing at 5:30 p.m.

The boat excursion from Torre Vado to the Leuca caves, includes two stops for swimming, where you will be given the necessary equipment for snorkeling and you can enjoy the crystal clear waters of Salento and go scperta the various caves that characterize the coast.

Departing from the port of Torre Vado, the boat excursion allows you to visit the Salento coast behind Cape Leuca on both the Ionian and Adriatic sides. You can admire the sheer cliffs, the resorts on the coast and especially the many renowned caves dotted along the entire stretch that will leave you breathless.

The daytime experience lasts 3 hours and you can choose the shift with the time of your choice. While the sunset experience has a duration of 2 hours starting at 6 pm.

Each cave has its own characteristic and among them you will visit: The Cave “of the Devil", The Porcinara Cave, The Cave of Morigio The Cave of the Crib, The Cave of the Three Doors, The Cave of the Giants, The Cave of Ortocupo, Cave of Vora.

Maximum capacity: 12 people per raft. Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

3-hour boat excursion to discover the Salento caves starting from Santa Maria di Leuca.

The itinerary for this excursion, again at the captain's discretion, includes:

•    Departure from the tourist port of Santa Maria di Leuca
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•    Navigation on both the Ionian and Adriatic sides
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•    Visit to the most beautiful caves on the coast (about 8 per side) such as Grotta del Fiume, Grotta delle Tre Porte, Grotta degli Innamorati and Grotta del Soffio
•    Return, again at the marina in Santa Maria di Leuca
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You can choose between 2 tours with the same itinerary:

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Shared tour

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This option will allow you to enjoy the boat tour shared with other participants. It includes 2 stops of about 25 to 30 minutes to dive into the water and swim in a crystal clear sea.

This tour has a maximum of 12 participants at a time.

Exclusive tour

This second option will allow you to have the whole boat exclusively for groups of up to 10 people and, in agreement with the captain, you can stop to swim in the sea whenever you want.

In addition, you will be offered refreshments on board consisting of a glass of bubbly and typical Salento delicacies.

The presence of a skipper on board, will allow you to discover the beauty of the caves and all the curiosities about them.

È strictly forbidden to smoke on the boat.

Three-hour group boat excursion departing from Santa Maria di Leuca.

You will board a comfortable shared boat, capable of accommodating up to twelve people, and you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will tell you stories and trivia about the places you will visit.

You will sail along the beautiful coasts of the Adriatic and Ionian seas, among caves, inlets and breathtaking views, with the opportunity to indulge in refreshing stops for a dip during the hottest days.

The group boat tour from Torre Vado to Santa Maria di Leuca is a unique opportunity to discover the most striking caves in Salento.

It departs from the Torre Vado marina in the morning or afternoon. During the excursion, you will visit the caves of the Ionian Sea, including the "Mannute Complex."

The tour continues by reaching Santa Maria di Leuca and the Heel of Italy, which you will be able to admire directly from the sea, while the crew will tell you interesting facts about the area.

During the trip there are two short stops of about 25 minutes to take a swim in the crystal clear water, and an aperitif with alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks and fruit is included in the price.

Discover the Salento coast with a boat tour from Castro Marina, available in 1, 2 or 3 hours, and experience sea caves and crystal clear waters.

During the excursion you will depart from Castro Marina Port and sail along the area's main caves, such as Grotta Palombara, Rotundella, Azzurra, Zinzulusa and Romanelli, with bathroom stops in the most beautiful bays. On longer tours you will reach Porto Miggiano, Santa Cesarea Terme and Porto Badisco, with additional stops for swimming and relaxing.

The’experience è shared with other participants and guided by an experienced skipper, with itinerary and boat subject to change to ensure safety and comfort.

Rent a boat without the need for a license to experience an unforgettable day at sea. The boat can accommodate up to 8 people and is equipped with a 40 hp engine, ideal for exploring the Salento coast independently.

The boat is fully equipped to ensure comfort and safety: sunshade awning to protect yourself from the sun in the hottest hours, large sundeck to relax, ladder to facilitate the ascent after a refreshing bath and all the mandatory safety equipment.

You can sail freely, discover hidden coves, swim in crystal clear waters and enjoy the sea in total freedom with your family or friends.

Experience a day's sailing from Castro aboard a 1957 15-meter vintage ketch, along the Salento coast with lunch and aperitif on board.

The excursion takes place along two possible routes, chosen by the skipper according to weather conditions:

•    The northern route from Castro to Otranto via Porto Miggiano, Santa Cesarea Terme, Porto Badisco, Punta Palascìa and the Bay of Orte.
•    The southern route from Castro to Santa Maria di Leuca, which instead follows the coast of Andrano, Tricase Porto and Marina Serra.

During the day you'll sail along some of the mostù beautiful stretches of Salento, including bathroom stops, sea caves, bays and coastal views, accompanied by stories and trivia about the area.

The experience includes lunch and aperitif on board and the return è scheduled in the afternoon, around 6 p.m., after an experience that combines sea, relaxation and atmosphere of yesteryear.

Experience a day at sea along the Salento coast by renting a comfortable and easy-to-drive boat, perfect for exploring bays and coves in total freedomà.

A sailing license is not è required, but è minimal sailing experience recommended. Departure is from Castro Marina, from which you can start discovering one of the mostù suggestive stretches of Salento, among crystal-clear waters, sea caves and natural landscapes.

The hull, equipped with a Yamaha 40 hp engine, canò accommodate up to 7 people and è complete with all safety equipment, awning for shade, sundeck and ladder for the ascent, to ensure your comfort throughout the experience.

You can choose from several duration options:

morning, afternoon or all-day rental.

Experience a gozzo excursion along the coast of Castro Marina and discover sea caves, bays and crystal clear waters of Salento, accompanied by experienced sailors.

During the cruise, visit some of the area's best-known caves, such as Grotta Palombara, Grotta Rotundella, Grotta Azzurra and the Grotta Zinzulusa, as well as Baia Romanelli.

You can choose from three options:

•    The 1-hour tour with cave visit and one swimming stop
•    The 2-hour tour that continues to Porto Miggiano and Santa Cesarea Terme with more time for swimming
•    The 3-hour tour that offers a more complete experience, with additional swim stops and an aperitif on board, all the way to Luvara Bay.

Get ready to explore Salento's most fascinating caves aboard a 10-meter gozzo or a 7-meter gozzo with bathroom stops.

Departing from Castro's Porto Vecchio, the itinerary includes three main stops, namely Grotta Palombara, with its striking triangular entrance, Grotta Azzurra and Grotta Zinzulusa, known for its stalactites ("zinzuli") hanging from its ceiling. Finally, on the return trip to Castro, there will be a bathroom stop at Porto Miggiano and nearby Santa Cesarea Terme.

The excursion is organized on a shared basis and lasts 2 hours. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may vary.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.