The 6 best Boat Tours to Argentario

The daily boat tour in the Secche della Meloria marine area with aperitif and lunch allows you to experience a day aboard a cozy sailing yacht.

You can enjoy sailing along the Pisan and Livorno coastline thanks to all the comforts on board and dive to discover the Secche della Meloria marine protected area, considered one of the most beautiful in Italy.

Departure is scheduled at 10:00 am in Pisa. Once embarked, you will be served a welcome drink of appetizers accompanied by a glass of wine.

After about 1.5 hours of navigation you will arrive in the beautiful natural setting of the Secche della Meloria, considered one of the most beautiful marine protected areas in Italy.

Right here you will anchor to spend 4 hours of free time: you can sunbathe, snorkel in search of the characteristic posidonia or take advantage of the SUP boards available on board to reach the scenic Southern Lighthouse of Meloria.

Lunch is planned afterwards, which includes a sea-scented main course accompanied by water and a glass of white wine.

Return is scheduled at approximately 5 p.m.

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

The boat excursion with an aperitif on board in Cinque Terre allows you to sail along the Ligurian coast admiring picturesque villages from the sea.

This experience is suitable for everyone. You will sail between the cliffs of the Rosse and the village of Schiara, with stops for swimming in the crystal clear waters. 

Leaving from the port of La Spezia, you will embark on a comfortable boat for a day of discovery of this stretch of the Ligurian coast.

You will sail to Portovenere, a jewel set between the sea and the mountains, a UNESCO heritage site. Here you will admire the charming medieval village, the Church of St. Peter perched on the promontory and the iconic colorful houses reflected in the water.

Continuing on, you will pass by the Rosse cliffs, spectacular rock walls plunging into the crystal clear sea, and the picturesque fishing village of Schiara, a remote and authentic corner of the coast.

You will then enter the heart of the Cinque Terre National Park, admiring the five iconic villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso from the sea. Here a refreshing swim stop will allow you to immerse yourself in the clear Ligurian waters, surrounded by unique scenery.

On the way back to La Spezia you will make a second swimming stop near Monesteroli, a magical and wild place that can only be reached by sea or via steep steps.

The day boat tour to 5 Terre and Portovenere from Monterosso is a relaxing and fun experience. The boat tour is scheduled to depart from Monterosso at 10:00 am. Return is also scheduled to Monterosso at 3:00 pm.

Aperitif is included in the price of the tour, and there are always 1 captain and 1 host to explain and guide. Aperitif with savory, herb, rice cakes, flatbreads, fresh products made on the day, along with Prosecco and other drinks.

During the mini-cruise you will see the five colorful seaside villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea, while an experienced guide will tell you all about the local history and daily life.

You will discover the beautiful coves of the Cinque Terre for diving and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the National Park.

This sunset boat tour from Monterosso with aperitif è a relaxing and fun evening by boat discovering the 5 Terre.

The departure of the mini-cruise in high season, è scheduled in Monterosso at 6 pm. The return è is also scheduled in Monterosso at 21:00. The time of the tour, varies by season and depends on the actual time of sunset (between 4:30 pm and 6 pm)

During the tour you will be able to admire the five colorful seaside villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea at sunset lights, while an experienced guide will tell you all about the history and local daily life.

In the warmer months you will discover beautiful coves for diving and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the National Park.

To make the most of the boat trip you will be offered an aperitif that includes soft drinks, prosecco, wine and some delicious local products, including focaccia and pesto.

The Cinque Terre shared boat tour departing from Riomaggiore is a unique opportunity to get to know the Cinque Terre from a new perspective, namely from the sea.

This experience is perfect for spending a day full of relaxation and fun with friends or family.

You can choose from 3 different tours.

Morning Tour

After departing from Riomaggiore, you can admire the typical Cinque Terre vineyards clinging to the cliffs from the sea.

You will have the opportunity to take your first swim and snorkel, swimming in the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Cinque Terre.

You will be treated to a delicious traditional Ligurian breakfast, with focaccia, fruit juices and water.

The tour will continue to the Cinque Terre, passing through all the wonderful villages, where the history and traditions of the place will be shared with you.

Masks, snorkels and life jackets are included.

Afternoon tour

Departure is scheduled from Riomaggiore. During this experience you can dive into the waters of Cinque Terre National Park by snorkeling with masks and snorkels.

The tour will continue towards the Cinque Terre and will allow you to admire from the sea all these wonderful villages.

You will be able to take photos, listen to music and spend unforgettable moments in the company while sipping the offered wine. 

Masks, snorkels and life jackets are included.

Sunset Tour

This experience allows you to admire the Cinque Terre at sunset, when they are tinged with striking colors.

Departure is scheduled from Riomaggiore, the southernmost town in the Cinque Terre. You will then slowly travel along the coast until you reach Monterosso, the northernmost town.

You will take breathtaking photos of each village while sipping a glass of prosecco or soft drink and enjoying a focaccia.

There is no better way to experience the magic of the Cinque Terre than by boat and, if you are lucky, you might even see dolphins!

Discover the Cinque Terre by boat with friends, family, or couples. Savor local specialties such as salami, cheese, focaccia, and savory pies from Val di Vara, and products from Levanto during the trip. You will be able to make stops to snorkel and swim in the crystal clear waters.

On the morning tour, a breakfast of tea, coffee, milk, and pastries from the Antica Pasticceria Bianchi, one of Levanto's historic landmarks, will be provided. On the afternoon tour, enjoy an aperitif with typical and local products. The boat, an Apreamare 750, is equipped with sundeck, cushions, awning, shower, refrigerators and ladder.

On board, you will admire the beautiful villages of the Cinque Terre and have the opportunity for swimming and snorkeling. Enjoy breathtaking views and cool off with a dip in the crystal clear sea.

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

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

This private boat excursion takes you to discover the Cinque Terre from the sea. You can admire of breathtaking views and swim in places only reachable by boat.

This experience is perfect for spending a fun and relaxing day with friends or family, for groups of up to 12 people.

You can sail the Gulf of La Spezia, Lerici, Portovenere and Palmaria Island on an exclusive gozzo.

Swimming stops are scheduled: the skipper will take you to coves and beaches away from the crowds.

You can choose from several tours with different durations: from 2 to 8 hours, departing in the morning and afternoon. There is also the possibility to choose the sunset tour, lasting 2 hours.

In case of bad weather, the facility may cancel or change the itinerary and its duration.

The half-day boat trip to Cala Violina departing from Scarlino is a perfect tour to explore the famous Maremma cove.

You can choose from 3 different tours.

Morning

The morning tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 9:30 am. The first stop will be Cala Violina. Here it will be possible to have a breakfast consisting of typical Tuscan products. It will then continue to Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. This tour is suitable for people of all ages, especially children, thanks to the always calm waters that offer maximum serenity and safety.

Afternoon

The afternoon tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 4 pm. The first stop will be Cala Violina, where you will anchor for a swim stop. Next, you will visit the other coves along the park's stretch of coastline, including Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. You will be offered an aperitif composed exclusively of Tuscan products: a quality white wine, excellent cold cuts, focaccia and fresh fruit. Especially in the afternoon, the itinerary may change depending on sea weather conditions.

Sunset

The sunset tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 6 pm. The first stop will be Cala Violina, where you will anchor around 18:00 for a swim stop. You will then proceed to the other coves, including Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. Finally, you will be offered an aperitif consisting of typical Tuscan products to enjoy during the sunset.

The sunset tour lasts three hours, while the morning tour and the afternoon tour last four hours.

The private boat excursion to Cala Violina is an experience suitable for both those who want to relax and the more adventurous.

As the first destination of the tour you can choose the beach of Cala Violina or the one you prefer from Scarlino to the Sparviero islet. In any case, the skipper will be ready to advise you on the best destination also depending on the day.

Once you have chosen your destination, you will depart from the port and move along the coast, taking a short tour of the rocky beaches and coves, including Cala Terre Rosse, Cala Martina, and Cala Civette.

When you arrive at your destination, you will drop anchor as close to shore as possible, so you can see the seabed and give the more athletic people a chance to swim to the beach. A ring life jacket will be provided to make the crossing safely (or a pink flamingo!).

On board you will have masks to do some snorkeling, beautiful experience especially at the Sparrowhawk and the rocky little beaches. You can choose from 2 tours:

Tour with lunch

With the morning tour, an onboard lunch of rice or cold pasta, Tuscan crush, fruit, water, beer and wine is included.

Tour with aperitif

With the afternoon tour an aperitif of white wine, beer or prosecco accompanied with some pizza, schiaccia Toscana and fruit is included. If you prefer something more sophisticated, however, you will have the option of choosing wine and champagne from a menu provided by a renowned local winery, which you can even accompany with oysters.

Bark in a comfortable motorboat and visit Giglio Island, Giannutri and the most hidden coves and islets of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Leaving from Castiglione della Pescaia, the tour will last about 8 hours and 30 minutes and will be structured as it follows:

Giglio and Giannutri

•    Embarkation starting at 8 a.m.; at 8:30 a.m. we set sail! (check in by 8.10 am)
•    Sailing along the coast of Maremma and Parco dell’Uccellina to Talamone and afterwards along the north coast dell’Argentario.
•    Just before 11 a.m. disembarking at Giglio. You will be able to visit at liberty or with Toscana Trekking guides, booking visits with them during navigation
•    At approximately 2 p.m. we set sail for Giannutri.
•    At about 2.45 pm arrival in Giannutri, where it will be possible to take more guided tours or engage in bathing.
•    At 4 p.m. we set sail from Giannutri to return to Castiglione (7:30 p.m.), after a brief technical stop at Giglio.

The tour stops may vary depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions.

It is required to pay in cash, before departure, the Municipal Disembarkation Fee for Giglio Island of 3.00€ per person and the Giannutri Island Access Fee of 2.50€ per person.

Embark on an exciting day of fishing tourism on Elba Island with lunch aboard a comfortable and spacious fishing boat.

You will board a fishing boat equipped with all the comforts and ample space spread over two decks. The expansive upper deck lends itself perfectly to sunbathing, or diving from the special gate, which is also excellent for a possible dolphin sighting.

On board you will be welcomed by the captain, a third-generation fisherman, who will take you on a discovery of this very ancient craft, and show you around the beautiful coves of the south Elban coast.

Leaving the harbor you will go to the fishing spot, where gillnets or creels for octopus will already be waiting for you on the seabed.

You will then head to a beautiful cove to enjoy a lunch prepared with the catch of the day and anticipated by an aperitif.

There will be no shortage of stops for swimming and snorkeling to discover our beautiful seabed and the fish that inhabit it.

When booking, you can choose between the group tour and the private excursion.

The group experience is guaranteed with a minimum of 5 participants.

In case of food allergies and intolerances, it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

The Elba Island fishing boat experience with lunch consists of a full-day tour where you will help the crew fish and visit the island's pristine coastline.

This boat tour will allow you to experience the thrill of eating a lunch of freshly caught fish with your help while discovering fishing traditions. The skipper and crew will guide you through all the actions necessary for successful fishing.

During the excursion there will also be several stops for swimming and snorkeling and relaxing in the crystal clear sea of Elba Island.

Embark on a day trip to Elba Island, visiting its north coast to Sant'Andrea, with drinks on board and stops to take a dip in the turquoise waters and practice snorkeling.

Departing from Portoferraio, the boat trip sails along the island's coast to the Scoglietto Nature Reserve and as far as Sant'Andrea, with the opportunity to have lunch on board and enjoy a spritz during the day.

The boat trip is shared includes lunch, drinks and surface snorkeling equipment.

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

Maximum capacity: 12 people. The excursion takes place if there are at least 7 people on board. If the minimum number is not reached, the excursion will be cancelled with a total refund. 

Excursion by motorboat departing from Marina di Campo in southern Elba Island and bathroom stops. Depending on the days you go to Sant'Andrea or Punta Calamita and Capoliveri.

This experience is guaranteed with a minimum of 15 participants.

Sant'Andrea (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun)

Visible spots will include the Costa del Sole, Grotta Azzurra, the Pomonte Wreck and the Beaches of Cavoli, Seccheto and Fetovaia. Napoleon's Chair, which can only be reached by sea, will also be seen. You will then pass through the Pomonte Wreck and reach Campo Lo Feno Beach.

After a visit to Sant'Andrea and Cotoncello, the return to the port of Marina di Campo is a route dedicated to the search for dolphins.

Punta Calamita and Mines of Capoliveri (Tue, Thu, Sat)

Navigation will be to the southeast coast of the island, very close to the coast, with one of the first stops at la Cala del Fico, a cave halfway between Ripa Nera and Capo di Fonza, with central access, perfect for snorkelers.

Continuing the tour, one encounters the Spiaggia degli Acquarilli and the Spiaggia del Felciaio, and a little further on, the Spiaggia dell'Innamorata.

You then arrive at the Sea Ox Cave, with as much as 12 meters in height and a small beach inside that can be reached by swimming. You will then continue on to the Mines of Capoliveri. On the return trip you will go in search of dolphins!

There is a bar on board where you can buy drinks or snacks during the mini-cruise.

Afternoon motorboat excursion departing from Marina di Campo to the Wreck and Grotta Azzurra, among the most picturesque spots on Elba Island.

The trip, which proceeds in the southwest direction of the island, allows you to discover Galenzana Beach, a small beach connected to Marina di Campo, Grotta Del Vescovo, Colle Palombaia an isolated pebble beach and the Costa del Sole. Within it are the beaches of Cavoli, Seccheto, with its enchanting natural pools, and Fetovaia.

Another favorite stop is the Blue Grotto, named for the play of colors that stand out near the Grotto, which also houses a small sandy beach that can be easily reached by swimming.

Navigation will then continue to the village of Pomonte, which has become famous for the presence of the Wreck. Today the wreck lies on the seabed right next to the rock and is home to an incredible natural marine habitat.

Upon returning from the excursion you will go in search of dolphins, which, with a bit of luck, can be spotted at any point of the trip, as the island is part of the Pelagos Sanctuary: a marine protected area for cetaceans and a true paradise for marine mammals.

Maximum capacity: 80 people.

Discover the secrets of the southwestern coast of’Elba Island with this evocative boat tour that will take you to the famous Blue Grotto.

More than a simple excursion, this is a real journey into nature, discovering the flora and fauna of the island, accompanied by an experienced environmental guide.

The boat accommodates a maximum of 12 participants, to ensure an intimate and relaxed experience, immersed in the beauty of the Elban sea.

During the navigation, stops are scheduled for refreshing swims and, for those who wish, it will be possible to use the snorkeling kit provided by the facility.

You will sail westward, always skirting the shore to take a closer look at the surrounding landscape. Your guide will tell you curiosities and details about the main naturalistic, geological and marine biology aspects of the island.

You will visit the Grottina dell’Acqua, the Grotta del Vescovo, the spectacular Grotta Azzurra, which you will be able to swim into, and finally the Scoglio della Triglia, also known as the Islet of Corbella.

The excursion lasts about 4 hours and ends with the return to the starting point.

The activity is guaranteed with a minimum of 6 participants.