The 10 best experiences to do in Porto Santo Stefano and Argentario on vacation

Horseback riding by the sea in Maremma is an adventurous and exciting experience in the pine forest and on the beach starting from Marina di Grosseto.

There are two modes for the walk:

• 1-HOUR WALK IN THE PINETA - Excursion where you explore the Tombolo Pine Forest, the San Leopoldo Channel, the backdunal area, and the dunes. The horseback riding excursion will be done at pace, and is therefore also suitable for beginners. Each walk will always have one guide for every 2 people.
• 2-Hour Private Walk IN THE SEA RIVER - Souvenir walk tailored for couples or friends. Hike in the Tombolo Pine Forest, San Leopoldo Canal, backdune area, dunes and beach.

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

Departing from Castiglione della Pescaia, you can choose from three types of tours, lasting about 8 hours and 30 minutes:

Giglio and Giannutri

• Embarkation starting at 8 a.m.; at 8:30 a.m. we set sail! (check in by 8:10 a.m.)
• sailing along the coast of Maremma and Parco dell'Uccellina to Talamone and afterwards along the north coast of Argentario.
• Shortly before 11 a.m. disembark at Giglio. It can be visited freely or with Toscana Trekking guides, booking visits with them while sailing
• at about 2 p.m. set sail for Giannutri.
• at about 2:45 p.m. arrival in Giannutri, where it will be possible to take more guided tours or engage in swimming.
• at 4 p.m. we set sail from Giannutri to return to Castiglione (7:30 p.m.), after a short technical stop at Giglio.
• Tour stops may vary depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions.

Cash payment of the Municipal Disembarkation Fee for Giglio Island of €3.00 per person and Giannutri Island Access Fee of €2.50 per person is required before departure.

The Giglio Island Tour by boat from Giglio Porto offers a choice of 4 different tours. 

Tour Classic 

The Classic tour starts from the port of Giglio Island. Along the way, you will make 3 or 4 bathroom stops. During the tour you will be offered a delicious aperitif on board.

Tour Luxury 

The Luxury tour starts from the port of Giglio Island. This mini-cruise takes place aboard one of the luxury boats that offer maximum comfort. During the tour, you will make 3 or 4 bathroom stops and enjoy the crystal clear sea. The most exclusive part of this tour will be the arrival at the Caldane Beach, which è can only be reached by sea. Here you will find umbrellas and sunbeds reserved just for you and you can refresh yourself with delicious drinks. At the end of the tour, you can return to Giglio Porto with our Shuttle Boat, choosing the time you prefer.

Half Day - Private

The half-day private tour starts from Giglio Island port at the agreed time. During the tour you can make 3 or 4 bathroom stops. Along the way, you will enjoy a delicious aperitif on board. Finally, you will arrive at the Caldane Beach, the most exclusive beach on the island, reachable only by sea. Here umbrellas, reserved sunbeds and refreshments await you. At the end of the tour you can return to Giglio Porto with our Shuttle Boat, choosing your return time.

Full Day - Private

The full-day private tour starts from Giglio Island port at the agreed time. During the tour you will have the opportunity to choose your stops, explore the island's most fascinating coves and swim. During the day, you will be delighted with an aperitif on board and have the opportunity to enjoy a lunch selected from the menu. Finally, you will return to Giglio Porto, with a maximum return time of 6:30 p.m.

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All boats are equipped with sundecks and awnings. Snorkeling equipment will be available on the boat, so you can explore the wonderful underwater world.

The sunset boat ride at Giglio Island is a romantic experience lasting about two hours.

The boat ride is scheduled to depart from Giglio Porto around 6:30/19:00 pm. You will sail until you reach the Campese Gulf or the surrounding coves, where you will stop to enjoy a sunset aperitif.

The aperitif consists of delicious fish crudités and crostini, accompanied by a prosecco, spritz or beer.

Return to the port of Giglio Island is scheduled at approximately 9:00 pm.

Horseback riding by the sea in Maremma is an adventurous and exciting experience in the pine forest and on the beach starting from Marina di Grosseto.

There are two modes for the walk:

• 1-HOUR WALK IN THE PINETA - Excursion where you explore the Tombolo Pine Forest, the San Leopoldo Channel, the backdunal area, and the dunes. The horseback riding excursion will be done at pace, and is therefore also suitable for beginners. Each walk will always have one guide for every 2 people.
• 2-Hour Private Walk IN THE SEA RIVER - Souvenir walk tailored for couples or friends. Hike in the Tombolo Pine Forest, San Leopoldo Canal, backdune area, dunes and beach.

The quad bike excursion in the Tuscan Maremma and aperitif will allow you to visit picturesque landscapes, admire breathtaking views, learn about local scents, and enjoy Maremma snacks.

For this quad bike tour the possibility of choosing the 1-hour or 2 1/2-hour route.

In both, an aperitif with grilled sausages, cheese and local wine is provided to finish.

The excursion is suitable for everyone.

Remember to bring with you:
- Hiking shoes
- Bandana or scarf in summer (can be purchased locally)
- Gloves in winter
- K-way in winter and mid-season (can be purchased on site)

For all Fridays in the fall and winter months, a minimum of two quads is required for reservations.

It is also possible to take the excursion with tasting

ATV rentals are suitable for people of all skill levels and provide a fun and adventurous experience. It takes place in the Bandite di Scarlino area, where participants will have the opportunity to admire beautiful landscapes and discover unusual places. During the hike, there will be some technical parts, fords and fun climbs, but nothing too challenging. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy the local scents.

The quad bike tour will end with a visit to "La Pierotta" winery, where participants will be able to taste some of the fine wines produced by the winery, accompanied by an aperitif of local products. This experience is an excellent opportunity to discover the culture and traditions of the Maremma and to taste some of the area's best wines.

Horseback riding in the countryside of Maremma Grossetana will allow you to discover the nature of the Tuscan hills.

The activity begins at the stables in Castiglione della Pescantia where the instructor will teach you the basics of riding and then you will go out for the horseback ride.

Walks of 1 1/2 or 2 1/2 hours are available in which you will go and discover the picturesque views of the Maremma. A minimum of previous experience is required for the 2 1/2-hour rides.

At the end of the hikes you can also enjoy an aperitif while enjoying the surrounding picturesque landscapes.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the hikes.

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

Departing from Castiglione della Pescaia, you can choose from three types of tours, lasting about 8 hours and 30 minutes:

Giglio and Giannutri

• Embarkation starting at 8 a.m.; at 8:30 a.m. we set sail! (check in by 8:10 a.m.)
• sailing along the coast of Maremma and Parco dell'Uccellina to Talamone and afterwards along the north coast of Argentario.
• Shortly before 11 a.m. disembark at Giglio. It can be visited freely or with Toscana Trekking guides, booking visits with them while sailing
• at about 2 p.m. set sail for Giannutri.
• at about 2:45 p.m. arrival in Giannutri, where it will be possible to take more guided tours or engage in swimming.
• at 4 p.m. we set sail from Giannutri to return to Castiglione (7:30 p.m.), after a short technical stop at Giglio.
• Tour stops may vary depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions.

Cash payment of the Municipal Disembarkation Fee for Giglio Island of €3.00 per person and Giannutri Island Access Fee of €2.50 per person is required before departure.

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.

The tour with e-bike rental on Elba Island from Capoliveri is an exciting and evocative experience that you can do in three different ways: for the whole day, for half a day only or a guided excursion at sunset with a fantastic aperitif.

Half Day - Full Day

E-bike rentals allow you to discover the Island of Elba from vantage points that are difficult to reach on foot or by car. Get direct advice on the best routes to follow to discover the island and enjoy the freedom of moving through nature. Duration can be half day (4h) or full day (7h).

Aperitour (Thursday)

The Aperitif Tour is conducted on Thursdays. You will leave for approximately 5:00 pm with a guide and return for approximately 8:30/21:00 pm. You will get to visit Elba Island in a completely different and more natural way. The dirt paths lead to old mines and deserted coves, in some of which you will be able to stop for a dip. An aperitif is prepared by the guide with typical products, usually near the mines, to enjoy the spectacular sunset from the cliffs.

Throughout the tour, when requested, the guide will also take fantastic photographs of you.

The wine tasting and winery tour on Elba Island is a great opportunity to relax among the vineyards while enjoying a good wine. Two modes are provided for this experience:

Wine tasting and winery visit
Initial walk through the vineyards where the history of winemaking on Elba will be told. This is followed by a visit to the Author's Cellar where a guided tasting will be conducted with a sea view. During the tasting each wine will be paired with typical Tuscan products at Km 0.

Sunset aperitif on the terrace
Sunset aperitif on the terrace of the Ripalte Estate. Tasting of three wines accompanied by tapas from the local cuisine, tasting of typical local products and tasting of extra virgin olive oil. Sea view experience that will have you spellbound.

A tasting of Acquabona wine on the Island of Elba è an unforgettable experience.

The tasting tour lasts 75 minutes and è divided into 3 parts:

Starting with a walk of about 30 minutes through the vineyards of the farm, the guide will tell all the secrets and curiosities of Elba viticulture and the history of Acquabona.

Following this, there will be a short visit of about 15 minutes to the winery proper, with hints of the main winemaking techniques.

To conclude, a guided tasting of 3 wines and dell'Aleatico passito, all paired with light appetizers that will delight your palate.

With the kayak excursion to Elba Island from Capoliveri, you will have a choice of three different tours to two different locations. 

This year we moved to a perfect place to combine wilderness, tranquility but also services.

You will find us a stone's throw from Lacona in the uncrowded Margidore beach, an ideal place for coastal explorations to Capo Stella or to Acquarilli and Norsi.

Departure from Pareti beach: here the coast becomes even wilder and in a short time you can reach the Gemini islands, the sea ox cave immediately after the beach of’Innamorata and the areas related to the mining activity of Mount Calamita

Kayaking & Snorkeling 

After a brief explanation on how to handle kayaks, you will follow the guide to the perfect snorkeling bay: a small inlet protected from currents, surrounded by rocks that make the water even clearer. A wide range of shy but fascinating underwater creatures awaits you!

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Kayak Tour

You can begin your kayak excursion starting from the quiet beach of Margidore just a stone's throw from Lacona.  You will discover enchanting beaches and steep cliffs in both directions. To the west there'è the wild Capo Stella peninsula, to the east colorful cliffs and the beaches of Acquarilli and Norsi. 

If you opt to depart from Pareti Beach, you can discover the even wilder coastline and reach the Gemini Islands, Sea Ox Cave and areas related to the mining activity of Mount Calamita. This easy kayak excursion è suitable for everyone, even beginners, and you will be accompanied by an environmental guide and park guide. 

Aperi-Kayak

You will enjoy a unique experience, combining sea, sport and relaxation, while sipping delicious Elban wine. And if you like zero-kilometer sheep cheese, you can even enjoy it! During the magical summer evenings, we offer you an aperitif out of the ordinary! The kayak tour runs along the Stella coast, your group, accompanied by an experienced guide, will be able to admire the natural beauty and skim the crystal clear water in complete tranquility. At a secluded beach, an aperitif with delicious local

products awaits you at sunset.

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 Elba Island with fantastic motorboat ride. An ideal experience for those who want to swim along the coast of the island and discover its beauty in total relaxation.

Departing from Marina di Campo at 09:30, you will explore the Cannello beach and Porto Azzurro, skirting the mines of Rio. The trip continues along the spectacular Costa Verde and stops are planned at Viticcio and Sansone bays.

Four bathroom stops are planned during the excursion, before returning to Marina di Campo at 3:30 pm.

The boat tour is organized on a shared basis and lasts 6 hours. In addition, you will be offered a light lunch on board consisting of rice salad accompanied by drinks and small snacks.

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

Maximum capacity: 150 people.