The 9 best Boat Tours on Lake Iseo

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.

Explore Lake Como in complete autonomy with your friends by renting a comfortable boat. 

This experience allows you to spend a few hours in total freedom exploring Lake Como like real captains. You will discover unique and evocative places: villas, gardens and unforgettable views.

When booking you can choose from several options:

•    30-minute rental
•    1-hour rental
•    2-hour rental
•    3-hour rental
•    4-hour rental
•    5-hour rental
•    daily rental (8 hours)

You will board a boat that can accommodate up to 7 people, safe and equipped with every comfort.

On board you will also find a mini fridge to keep your drinks cool and a large tablet connected to speakers thanks to which you can listen to the history of the most prestigious villas and major attractions of the lake.

Fuel is not included and will have to be paid on site.

Embark on an atmospheric shared boat tour on Lake Como, ideal for viewing the area's most iconic sights.

You will board a comfortable 11-person capacity boat, ready to take you on a 3-hour discovery of the lake.

The tour begins in the heart of the city of Como, from where you will sail northeast to discover some of the most famous locations.

Along the way you will admire historic and fascinating villas, such as Villa Troubetzkoi, Villa Cademartori, the elegant Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Villa Pliniana, and the spectacular Orrido di Nesso.

The navigation will continue to Bellagio, where you will have one hour to disembark and visit the village, known as the "Pearl of the Lake."

When the visit is over, you will re-board for the return trip to Como along the opposite shore.

On the way back you will enjoy extraordinary views, passing Villa del Balbianello, Isola Comacina, the famous Villa Clooney, Villa Versace and the prestigious Villa d'Este, before returning to Como.

Skippered boat tour of Lake Como, available in both private and group formats, designed to give you a scenic experience among historic villas, iconic landscapes, and tranquil waters.

Aboard an elegant wooden speedboat, you can choose the duration that best suits your needs: 1 to 4 hours for private tours or 1 to 2 hours for group tours. During the navigation you will discover the most charming views of the lake, including villas overlooking the water, small villages and breathtaking views, with the possibility to relax and enjoy the trip in total comfort.

An ideal experience for couples, families or groups of friends who want to experience Lake Como from an exclusive perspective, accompanied by an experienced skipper.

Rent a 7-person boat equipped with a Mercury Pro 40 CV motor—which can be operated without a boat license—and set sail from Cernobbio to experience Lake Como in complete freedom. Rental options are available for various durations.

As you cruise across the lake, you’ll be able to admire some of the most iconic villas, such as Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, George Clooney’s famous villa, Villa del Balbianello, and many other picturesque spots that make this area unique. Traveling by boat will allow you to easily reach villages, bays, and views that are hard to appreciate from the road.

Treat yourself to a stop at Isola Comacina, relax on the beaches along the lake’s shores, or take a dip in its crystal-clear waters. You’ll enjoy a day of relaxation and discovery, free from traffic and with complete freedom to explore Lake Como from its most authentic perspective.

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.

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.

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.

Boat trip exploring 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 the beautiful Sirmione by staying on board or going down for two hours or more on the mainland.

Return is scheduled about 2 hours after the start of the stop in Sirmione. For example, if you book the tour departing at 11:00 am, you will get off in Sirmione around 11:40 am, and the return should be 2 hours later with the 1:40 pm tour. If you take the 1:00 p.m. one from Desenzano, the return from Sirmione will be at 3:40 p.m., and if you take the 3:00 p.m. one from Desenzano, the return will be at 6:40 p.m. from Sirmione.

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

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

Discover the beauty of Lake Garda aboard a comfortable boat designed to give you a purely relaxing experience in excellent company, with a toast on board to end the day.

Departure is from Desenzano: you will sail along the lake past Sirmione, with views of the Grotte di Catullo and the Scaliger Castle, before returning to the starting point.

A small sunset aperitif with Prosecco is included during the sailing, to toast together and make the experience even more special.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the itinerary and stops may be subject to change.

Reservations for bachelor parties are not accepted.

Discover the Sirmione Peninsula with a full boat tour around it and admire the main points of interest directly from the waters of Lake Garda.

During the tour, which lasts about 25 minutes, you start from Piazzale Porto in Sirmione and reach: Terme Aquaria, Villa Callas, Grotte di Catullo, Fonte Boiola and Castello Scaligero, with return to the starting point.

The Sirmione Peninsula is one of the most famous and visited destinations on Lake Garda: experiencing it by boat allows you to observe the places that make it unique from a privileged perspective.

The boat accommodates a maximum of 20 people. The tour is commented in Italian and English.

Reservations for stag parties are not accepted.

Explore the islands of Lake Garda aboard a private motorboat with skipper, amid exclusive views and natural beauty of the Riviera, while enjoying an aperitif with sparkling wine toast on board.

Departure is from Gardone Riviera and the excursion is exclusive. You can choose from two itineraries:

Garda Island (about 1 hour)

A tour dedicated to the beautiful Garda Island, with views of Villa Borghese, the picturesque Gulf of Salò and the San Marco Tower.

Islands and Sirmione (about 2 hours)

For those who want a more complete experience: sailing to Garda Island and Rocca di Manerba to Sirmione, with passage in front ofIsola dei Conigli.

Both tours include an aperitif on board with sparkling wine to make the experience even more enjoyable.

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

Maximum capacity: 6 people.

Reservations for bachelor's parties are not accepted.