The 15 best things to do in Otranto

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).

Experience a sunset excursion along the Salento coast departing in the late afternoon from the port, aboard a shared boat in small groups.

During the cruise the experienced skipper will tell information about the area, while stops are scheduled for swimming and relaxation. On board you can relax with soft music and admire the coastline from the open sea.

At sunset time an aperitif will be served on board, to end the day in a pleasant way.

Discover the coast of Santa Maria di Leuca with a guided boat tour of about 3 hours to discover its most suggestive sea caves, with an aperitif on board.

During the course of the excursion there will be two swim stops of about 30 minutes at selected spots, ideal for swimming and snorkeling in the clear waters of the area. The limited number of participants makes the experience more intimate and relaxed, allowing you to fully enjoy the sea and the scenery.

At the end of the tour an aperitif will be served on board, perfect to end the sea outing amid relaxation and conviviality. An ideal experience to discover caves, coves and seabed of the coast of Santa Maria di Leuca in an authentic and evocative way.

Experience the magic of a sunset aperitif with an approximately 3-hour boat tour exploring the sea caves of Santa Maria di Leuca.

You'll explore both the Adriatic and Ionian sides, and while sailing you'll be able to admire the spectacular natural cavities of the Salento coast as the sun slowly descends towards the horizon, giving you striking colors and reflections on the sea.

Two swim stops of about 30 minutes are planned, ideal for swimming and snorkeling in the clear waters of the area.

During the return trip you can enjoy an aperitif on board accompanied by background music.

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.