Sirmione boat trips: the 8 best

Mini cruise on Lake Garda with lunch on board a boat. Departure from Peschiera del Garda allows you to visit the entire southern part of the lake.

During the cruise, the boat will head to the following points of interest: Lazise Castle, Rocca di Garda, Villa Canossa, Punta San Vigilio, Garda Island, San Biagio Island, Baia Verde, Rocca di Manerba Nature Park, Jamaica Beach Sirmione, Grotte di Catullo.

Depending on the weather, the boat can go clockwise or counterclockwise around the lower lake. There will be a guide on board who will explain the various points you are going to see.

A light lunch (usually a pasta dish) and a soft drink during the boat ride is also included in the boat tour.

A stop for swimming will be made for those who wish. The use of a life jacket is mandatory. No other stops are planned during navigation.

Small-medium sized dogs with muzzles are allowed on board. There is a bathroom and there is a bar where snacks or drinks can be purchased.

Enjoy a fantastic sunset boat ride on Lake Garda around the Sirmione Peninsula with a glass of prosecco on board.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to take a complete tour around the Sirmione Peninsula, one of the most famous and important points of the whole Lake Garda. The departure will be directly from the Lungolago Diaz in Sirmione.

Points of interest include the Ex-villa of Maria Callas, the Aquaria Spa Center, the Boiola Thermal Spring, the Catullus Caves, the Scaliger Castle and the Medieval Port.

On board during the boat ride, a glass of Prosecco will be served to enjoy right on the lake with the sunset in the background.

The excursion is available daily from May to September.

Enjoy a Lake Garda crossing aboard a fully equipped sailing ship for a totally relaxing experience.

The scenic tour takes place in the early afternoon, in the 2 to 4 p.m. time slot, optimal for a sail on the lake, taking advantage of the "Ora" wind that blows from south to north in the early afternoon hours.

During the sailing, you will cross the Brescian-northern shore of the Lake with a scenic stop in front of the Cascate di Forra waterfalls and the Terrazza del Brivido in Tremosine, just below the famous Strada della Forra also known as James Bond Street thanks to the filming of the 007 movie, with a final passage in front of the Malcesine Castle and its imposing medieval walls overhanging the Garda waters, before returning to port.

The excursion is organized on a shared basis and takes about 2 hours. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

Departs from the marina in Malcesine.

Maximum capacity: 50 people.

Participant must bring:

•    comfortable clothing suitable for the season
•    hat
•    windproof jacket in spring or fall
•    sunglasses
•    preferably barefoot (prohibited: heels or hard-soled shoes. Sì to sneakers, flip flops or flat sandals)

Prohibitions: It is’ forbidden to smoke on the boat. Please do not use sunscreen or spray on the boat so as not to stain the teak cover of the seating area. In case bring a towel with sé to avoid direct contact between greasy skin with creams/sprays and teak.

Weather: The experience depends on the weather conditions. In case of high winds, thunderstorms or conditions that do not allow the experience to take place safely, the boat outing in such case will be rescheduled to another date.

Capacity: Min 10 participants for group experiences. Failure to reach the minimum nr of participants required will result in the date being moved.

Max 40/45 people on board.

Food and Beverage: It is not è possible to bring own food or beverage on board. On scenic tours è extra drinks can be purchased by choosing from our onboard list, on sunset tours food and beverages are included.

Discover the beauty of Lake Garda aboard a fully equipped speedboat to enjoy a relaxing experience in excellent company with a final toast on board.

Departing from Desenzano, you will travel along the Lake passing by Sirmione and visit the Catullus Caves and the Scaliger Castle. You will also pass Garda Island and the Rocca di Manerba fortress. Once the tour is over you will return to the starting point in Desenzano.

A small aperitif of prosecco at sunset with a toast on board to commemorate the experience is included during the cruise.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may change.

Reservations for bachelor parties are not possible.

Boat trip to discover the Sirmione peninsula departing from Desenzano, one of the pearls of Lake Garda.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to relax along the way, admiring the surrounding landscape and coastline from the calm waters of Lake Garda. Once you reach your destination, you can discover beautiful Sirmione by staying on board or by getting off for two hours or more on the mainland.

Return is scheduled 2 hours after the start of the stop in Sirmione. For example, if you book the tour departing at 11:00 a.m., you will disembark at Sirmione around 11:40 a.m. and the return should be 2 hours later, with the 1:40 p.m. tour.

The return will be 2 hours later.

As for the tour departing at 5:00 pm, there is no return as there is no boat doing the 7:40 pm service.

The points of interest to be seen will be Desenzano Castle, Villa Maria Callas, the Boiola Spa and spring, Catullus Caves, Scaliger Castle and the Medieval Port.

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

25-minute group boat trip to discover the most picturesque places of Sirmione, one of the pearls of Lake Garda.

During this experience you will have the opportunity to admire the surrounding landscape and coastline from the calm waters of Lake Garda.

This tour departs directly from the port of Sirmione. On a 25min boat excursion you will take a complete tour around the peninsula and visit points of interest directly from the lake.

During the tour, you will admire:

•    Maria Callas' former villa
•    Aquaria spa center
•    Boiola thermal spring
•    Caves of Catullus
•    Scaliger Castle
•    Medieval harbor

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

With this fascinating boat tour with aperitif in Menaggio, you can immerse yourself through the magic of Lake Como at sunset aboard a charming vintage boat, built entirely of mahogany.

The skipper will take you along the lake's renowned shores as the sun sets on the horizon. Meanwhile, you can relax and enjoy the view with a glass of Prosecco.

This romantic cruise is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your family or friends.

You will have a relaxing experience as you explore Lake Como in one of its most atmospheric settings.

This experience allows you to have a unique experience aboard the first catamaran on Lake Como.

You'll find a living area in the stern and a large, sprung sunbathing net in the bow that will allow you to relax.

On board you will begin a slow and pleasant cruise to Comacina Island, passing some of the most famous villas around the lake: Villa Balbianello, Villa Cassinella, Villa Monastero.

On reaching Comacina Island for a short scenic stop with a chance to take a few dips you will set off again in the direction of Bellagio, which you will sail along and then stop for a longer stop during which you will be served an aperitif with typical Italian products and good wine.

At the end of the cruise you will sail between Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio and return to the port of departure.

Group Tour

You will share the catamaran with other people, just like a real boat party, to have a good time between music and an aperitif with local products and wine.

You can choose whether to relax on the overflow net on the water, launch yourself with dives or try the SUP experience.

Two departures are planned for the group tour: from Tremezzo or Laglio.

Private tour

You will have the opportunity to discover the hidden coves of Lake Como in tranquility and in the company of your family or friends.

This exclusive experience will allow you to feel like you are in your own personal boat, but with the comfort of having a skipper at your complete disposal.

For the private tour you can choose the departure location by contacting the facility following your reservation.

Rent a boat with a 4-stroke engine without needing a boat license and explore the beauty of Lake Como in your own way.

Visit the most exclusive places on Lake Como aboard a 5-long boat with a maximum capacity of 7 people on board. The boat is equipped with bluetooth stereo system and 12V usb sockets. The duration of the charter can be from one hour up to eight hours, depending on your preference.

You must be of legal age to drive the boat.

Before departure, the facility will provide you with all the information inherent in driving the boat and the best areas to visit.

Visit Lake Como on a one’hour boat tour designed to showcase the Lake’s unparalleled beauty.

The tour begins at the dock, centrally located within walking distance of Como's main attractions. After a warm welcome, board the boat and get ready to explore the iconic sites of Lake Como.

The first stop è Villa d’Este, you arrive by sailing to Cernobbio to admire this world-famous luxury hotel. Once an aristocratic residence, its enchanting gardens and water views make it one of the highlights of the lake.

The first stop is the Villa d’Este.

Next stop is Villa Erba, a masterpiece of Italian architecture, often used as a venue for high-profile events and film productions.

After that, you will visit Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy, Parco Mosaici, Villa Pasta (Giuditta), Hotel Mandarin Oriental, Villa Versace, Villa Pizzo, Villages of Torno and Blevio.

During the boat ride you will be served a glass of prosecco or a non-alcoholic drink, accompanied by local appetizers, while admiring the breathtaking view of the lake.

Throughout the tour, your expert skipper will tell you fascinating stories and historical insights about the villas and places of interest.

The vintage boat tour on Lake Como from Menaggio is a private tour with captain, ideal for discovering the uniqueness of the area and visiting the most beautiful and exclusive places in the area.

The duration of the private mini-cruise is as you choose and includes reaching the most famous villas in the area: Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello (FAI), Villa La Cassinella and Villa Melzi.

There is a choice of two different boats:

•    The Cadenazzi Lasco 550 vintage boat, a boat with a unique and elegant line, one of the best historical boats produced in wood on Lake Como.
•    The classic Venetian boat, produced at the end of the 21st century in a famous shipyard in Venice, is over 9 meters long, has a large cabin, fitted out in mahogany and with upholstery in typical Venetian style.

The vintage boat is perfect for sunny days, while the classic Venetian boat is also suitable for colder or rainy days.

Group tour by boat on Lake Como departing from Varenna or Menaggio that allows you to reach the central lake area, known as the Golden Triangle’of Lake Como.

This 4-hour scenic tour allows you to admire some of the villages from the lake:

•     Bellagio
•     Varenna
•     Menaggio
•     Tremezzo
•     Bellano

While browsing, you can relax and enjoy a local aperitif, consisting of a selection of traditional specialties, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian, paired with cool white wine and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages.

If the weather permits, you can also stop at a secluded spot to take a quick dip in the crystal clear waters.

A sunset boat ride on Lake Iseo is a beautiful and relaxing experience! You will rent a classic Venetian Taxi style boat, driven by a skipper and take a tour of the Lake of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The boat tour can be taken during the day or at sunset to enjoy the beautiful colors of the Lake as the sun goes down. Excellent Franciacorta wine will be served during the tour.

For this mini-cruise, the boat is booked exclusively and has a maximum capacity of 20 people.

The boat tour of the islands of Lake d'Iseo is ideal for relaxing and having fun with a group of friends or family.

This mini cruise involves renting a classic Venetian cab style boat. You will be accompanied by a skipper who guides the boat. The trip includes a tour of Monte Isola, Loreto and San Paolo.

On board you will find a practical awning and sound system that will allow you to spend pleasant moments in the company of your friends.

Up to 20 people can participate in the boat tour.

Visit Lake d'Iseo with a sunset boat ride with an aperitif on board included. During the cruise you will be accompanied by a skipper and the boat will be private.

Daggy II, after having sailed the North Seas, is now ready to let you discover the beauty of Lake d'Iseo. Her line was designed and built by a famous Norwegian shipyard, the interior is entirely made of mahogany wood, the finishes are neat and her comfort is maximum. 

The boat has a minibar, stereo system, sun awning, table, bathroom with toilet. Also available is a cabin for a change of clothes or storage of personal items. 

While sailing, soaking in the colors of the sunset, you can relax on the stern sofa while enjoying a glass of Franciacorta wine and nibbling on an aperitif offered by the captain (included in the price).

It is available, on request, option for celiacs and lactose intolerant (contact the structure to communicate it, once the reservation is confirmed).  

This type of boat is suitable for couple, solo or small group trips (maximum 4 guests), always accompanied by our Skipper.

Daggy II is moored in Lovere at the shore of the main lakefront. 

The outings can also be arranged in autumn and winter periods thanks to the heating system on board. 

Explore Lake Iseo and its fascinating islands aboard the motorboat "Riva" on a private boat trip that will introduce you to the natural beauty of the shoreline.

Departing from Iseo, you will explore the islands of Loreto, San Paolo and Monteisola and enjoy a Franciacorta on board in the company of your friends and family as you sail.

In addition, a full onboard aperitif of appetizers can be added for an additional fee.

The excursion is organized exclusively and depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may change.

Maximum capacity: 5 people.

Discover Lake d'Iseo and its sights with a fantastic boat tour starting from the Bergamo shore, the town of Lovere and visit some of its most famous locations.

The excursion will be aboard the Daggy II, which, after having sailed the seas of the North, è is now ready to let you discover the beauty of Lake d'Iseo. Its line è was designed and built by a famous Norwegian shipyard, the interior is entirely made of mahogany wood, the finishes are accurate and its comfort è maximum. 

While sailing, you can relax on the aft settee while enjoying a glass of wine or a cool drink offered by the Captain. 

The boat has a mini-bar, stereo system, sun canopy, table, and bathroom with toilet. Also available is a cabin for a change of clothes or storage of personal items. 

È full-day, half-day or 2-hour excursions (such as a romantic aperitif during sunset) can be arranged. 

Here are some wonderful locations on the lake that you can discover aboard Daggy II: 

•    Bogn di Riva: a fascinating ravine overlooking the lake with rocks and cliffs reminiscent of Nordic landscapes. 
•    Monteisola: with its small medieval villages è the largest lake island in Europe.
•    Vello: a tiny village nestled at the foot of Mount Guglielmo.

This type of boat è suitable for couple, solo or small group trips (maximum 4 guests), always accompanied by our Skipper. Daggy II è is moored in Lovere at the shore of the main lakefront. 

È it is also possible to organize outings in autumn and winter periods thanks to the heating system on board. 

This sailing tour of Lake Iseo includes a very relaxing tour, accompanied by an aperitif of Franciacorta wine. Departure is from Iseo or Lovere, either at 9:30 am in the morning or in the afternoon at 2:30 pm. For the daily boat tour, on the other hand, the start is at 10:00 am.

You will be accompanied by a skipper who will drive the boat, so no boat license is required.

For the trip, you will rent a classic sailboat, your preferred means of admiring the beauty of Lake Iseo and the most picturesque places. You will discover the islands in the center of the lake, the geological conformation of the Orridi and the water sources in the wild northern part of the lake, and then approach south to the Torbiere Nature Reserve.

Our skipper is on hand to make your ideal day, leaving you free moments for a dip or a walk. He will involve you in running the boat, revealing tricks and techniques of navigation. He will be happy to tell you interesting facts about the lake to make your sailing experience even more special.

During your mini-cruise, you can sip some good Franciacorta and enjoy a delicious aperitif!

If selected, you will also have the opportunity to organize parties such as bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthday parties or boat events for up to 8 people, aperitifs for all included.

Sailing Aperitif at Lake Maggiore departing from Angera is a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxing moment while enjoying aperitifs and appetizers overlooking the lake. You will have a choice of 3 different tour options:

Sunset Tour

The Sunset Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a view of Arona's lakeside promenade. Samples of local dishes accompanied by cocktails will be served. The tour lasts 3 hours.

Half-Day Tour

The Half Day Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a visit to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to admire the openness of the lake that stretches as far as the eye can see to about its halfway point. The last stop before returning to port will be the Pantegora islet, with the Rocca as a backdrop. Included is a 50cl bottle of water, a few savories, and coffee on the way back to port. The tour lasts 4 hours.

Full Day Tour

The Full Day Tour will depart by h 10:00 am. Upon arrival you will be offered a welcome coffee and then depart north. You will admire the Lombard coastline called the "flowery shore" because of its vast vegetation, and, after about an hour's navigation, you will arrive below the Hermitage of St. Catherine where you can make a brief stop to photograph the monastery that has risen sheer above the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore . The navigation will continue to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to take a swim, have lunch and relax. Around 6:30 p.m. an aperitif is planned under the Fortress of Angera, and then return to port. The tour lasts 8 hours.

The boat tour to Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore departing from Stresa is an opportunity to discover the beauty of the lake and at the same time relax.

The tour begins with a group boat ride, during which you will explore the pearls of the Borromean Gulf. You will explore the elegance of Isola Bella, the lush vegetation of Isola Madre, and the sophisticated simplicity of Isola dei Pescatori.

After the group tour, which lasts about three and a half hours, the excursion will continue with a private lake boat tour. Accompanied by a skipper, you will enjoy Lake Maggiore in total privacy for about an hour and a half.

Isola Bella, in the Borromeo Gulf, is a timeless place where art, history and nature come together in a unique panorama. Built like a giant boat, the majestic Baroque mansion and terraced garden offer an extraordinary spectacle.

Sumptuous rooms and salons evoke the splendor of the Borromeo family, nobles of Italy, while decorations rich in mosaics, polychrome marbles and tapestries frame priceless works of art. The sloping garden completes the work, enhanced by statues, obelisks and exotic plants.

In the ancient fishing village, restored and enlivened by stores and restaurants, discover Italian excellence, from local crafts to food and wine.

With the private dinghy tour of Lake Maggiore departing from Sesto Calende at sunset, you will visit the scenic, artistic and architectural beauty of the Lake.

The main destinations of the excursion are Lisanza, the small islands of the Lake, the quaint town of Ranco, Arona, one of the most important tourist centers on the Piedmont side of the Lake, the Rocca di Angera, and the Borromean Islands, consisting of Isola dei Pescatori (or Isola Superiore), the smallest and the only one inhabited year-round; Isola Bella, a natural jewel that has become even more precious thanks to its 17th-century flower gardens, ancient Baroque palace and artistic beauties that enrich the landscape; and Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromean Islands, characterized by splendid gardens in which parrots, peacocks and pheasants live freely.

You can enjoy these hidden glimpses of the Lake while enjoying an aperitif of cured meats, prosecco and beer in the company of friends or family.

It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, towel, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen.

With the Lake Maggiore dinghy tour departing from Lisanza you will visit the scenic, artistic and architectural beauty of the Lake. The main destinations of the excursion are Lisanza, the islets of the Lake, the quaint town of Ranco, Arona, Rocca di Angera and the Borromean Islands.

The duration of the tour can vary according to one's needs. You can choose:

•    Half Day in the morning (9:30 am-1:30 pm)
•    Half Day in the afternoon (2:30-6:30 pm)
•    Full Day (10:30am-5:30pm)

In the "Full Day" package, lunch is not included, but you can have lunch at Fishermen's Island at an affiliated restaurant, or bring a packed lunch.

The dinghy you will have at your disposal is motorized Yamaha 150hp, is equipped with showers and can accommodate a maximum of 12 people.

It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, towel, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen.

The boat is delivered with a full tank, but fuel is excluded from the rental fee, which must be paid for when the boat is delivered.