The best 9 experiences to have in Finale Ligure

Enjoy a sunset sailing aperitif in the beautiful gulf between Rapallo and Portofino.

Departure of this Ligurian mini-cruise is set in Rapallo at 4:30 pm, afterwards you will have the opportunity to take a swim with the lights of the sunset.

Afterwards you will be served an aperitif on board consisting of appetizers, bubbles and beer. Disembarkation is scheduled at 8:30 pm in Rapallo.

On board you will find competent skippers and all the comforts to make your break from routine unforgettable and safe. The skippers are highly trained FIV (Italian Sailing Federation) Instructors to ensure maximum safety.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may change. Maximum capacity: 8 people.

Embark on a boat tour that will take you around Portofino and its characteristic coves. The departure of the Portofino and San Fruttuoso boat tour is usually from Rapallo, but you can request to depart from Portofino or Santa Margherita.

You can freely arrange with the skipper to choose the boat tour that suits you best, and visit your favorite coves between Camogli and the Cinque Terre.

You can choose whether to take the half-day (morning or afternoon), full-day or sunset boat tour. For the sunset mini-cruise, you will be treated to a delicious aperitif.

The boat is a Classic Gozzo Ligure, just over 7 meters long, fully restored in 2021 bringing back to new condition not only the aesthetics but also the mechanical parts of the engine.

Inside the boat you will find any comfort to spend the best time on board, it is in fact equipped with fresh water shower, blue-tooth stereo sound system, sundeck with dedicated cushions, retractable awning, portable refrigerator with soft drinks, snorkeling equipment and much more.

SUP ride along the cliffs of Portofino, also suitable for those who have never tried SUP.

The experience includes a 45-minute course on how to paddle SUP and a 45-minute excursion in the Portofino Marine Protected Area.

The initial short course takes place in total safety in Paraggi Bay, where the sea is not very rough. The Bay is a wonderful natural setting in close contact with nature and is extremely safe as it is interdicted to boat traffic.

After the course it will be possible to explore the wonders of the Portofino headland and marine protected area from an unusual perspective.

In fact, thanks to the perfectly perpendicular position to the water, it is possible to enjoy breathtaking views, above and below the sea.

The protected area allows the activity to take place in all conditions.

Wine tasting and winery tour in Sestri Levante is a unique experience!

During the guided tour of the cellars and the Ligurian wine production facility, you will have the opportunity to understand how the wines are made and feel the love and passion with which they are produced. The guided tour will continue with a tour of the underground Caveau which will be followed by a tasting of the most representative wines.

The Classic tasting includes 3 glasses : Germoglio vino frizzante / Bianchetta "U Pastine" Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC.

The Special tasting includes 5 glasses : Il Germoglio Vino frizzante / Bianchetta "U Pastine" Portofino DOC / Cimixà l'Antico / Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC / Granaccia Colline del Genovesato.

A generous platter of cheeses, cured meats, vegetable pies and garden delicacies (subject to change throughout the seasons) will be offered to accompany the wines.

After the wine tasting is over, you can enjoy a lunch (not included) that can take place either on the premises inside the winery with its large windows-which let you admire the beautiful vineyard-or outdoors.

Appropriate clothing for the low temperatures of the cellars is recommended for this experience.

Explore a beauty of Portofino and the surrounding landscape with this kayak tour followed by a delicious Ligurian aperitif.

Kayak tour (1 1/2 hours)

This tour departs at 10:30 a.m. from Paraggi, a quiet little beach near Portofino, where you will be provided with a kayak, paddle and life jacket. During the kayak tour you will visit Niasca Beach in Paraggi Bay.

From there, the excursion continues to the Portofino Lighthouse, surrounded by unspoiled nature. Stops are provided to allow you to dive into the crystal clear waters of the area and relax.

It is recommended that you bring sunscreen and a bathing suit for this excursion.

Sunset tour (2 hours)

Departure for this tour is at 5:30 p.m. from Paraggi, a quiet little beach near Portofino, where you will be provided with a kayak, paddle and life jacket. During the kayak tour you will visit Niasca Beach in Paraggi Bay.

From there the excursion continues to the Portofino Lighthouse, surrounded by unspoiled nature. Stops are planned to allow you to dive into the crystal clear waters of the area and relax.

The tour ends with an aperitif of Ligurian products and local natural wine. The tour is available only in summer, from June 1 to September 30.

Day sailing in the Gulf of Portofino is a relaxing mini-cruise suitable for anyone who wants to explore the world from the sea.

Embarkation is scheduled at 10:00 am from Rapallo. During the boat trip there will be plenty of opportunities for swimming and photography of the beautiful panorama of the gulf between Rapallo and Portofino.

On board you will be served a lunch of local specialties, water, beer, dessert/fruit and coffee.

Return of the tour is scheduled at 6:00 pm in Rapallo.

Embark on a 2-hour Cinque Terre sunset boat tour with aperitif, departing from Riomaggiore.

Sunset is the somewhat more romantic time to go on a boat tour to the 5 Terre and enjoy a delicious aperitif. When the sea is calm, at this time of day you can see and, if lucky, touch the dolphins that are in the Cinque Terre nature reserve.

During the tour, which takes about two hours, local appetizers will be served and some local wines, which are produced in the nearby areas.

During this private ride to Cinque Terre from Monterosso, it is possible to explore parts of the trails, traverse the woods, and experience a different way of experiencing Cinque Terre for those who love horses and nature.

Because of the Ranch's location on the high ground in Monterosso al Mare, it is possible to ride along sections of the coastline and parts of the trails while admiring the sea, the colors, and traversing the forests of maritime pine and chestnut trees from Cinque Terre during the horseback ride.

Horseback rides are reserved for a maximum of 2 participants, and the minimum age to participate is 18.

This sunset aperitif boat tour in Levanto with local and organic products in the bay of Cinque Terre is a unique experience.

The departure of the boat tour is set in Levanto, at a time between 15:00 and 18:00 (depending on the season).

You will then be able to admire during the mini-cruise the Marine Park, and the passage in front of all the villages of the Cinque Terre.

During the tour there will be the possibility to stop for snorkeling, and on board you will be offered an aperitif with wine, beer, various drinks and typical and organic products from the Val di Vara.

Return is always scheduled to Levanto between 6:30 pm and 9 pm (summer).

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Classic boat mini-cruise to the Cinque Terre departing from Riomaggiore. You sail by boat to reach and discover all the 5 most iconic and famous villages in Liguria.

You will stop in front of each of the Cinque Terre: Manarola, then Corniglia, Vernazza and finally Monterosso.

During the boat ride there will also be time to stop in front of a cove for a dip, in a beautiful lair with a small waterfall over the sea. At the end of the tour, you will return by boat to Riomaggiore or Manarola.

On the 3-hour boat tour, you can make a one-hour stop in Vernazza to take a walk around the town and learn about the local reality.

This sunset boat tour in Monterosso with aperitif is a relaxing and fun evening boat tour exploring the 5 Terre.

The mini-cruise is scheduled to depart from Monterosso at 18:00. The return is also scheduled to Monterosso at 21:00.

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 expert guide will tell you all about the local history and 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 treated to a small aperitif in Monterosso, which includes a prosecco and some delicious local products, including focaccia and pesto.

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.

Embark on a 2-hour Cinque Terre sunset boat tour with aperitif, departing from Riomaggiore.

Sunset is the somewhat more romantic time to go on a boat tour to the 5 Terre and enjoy a delicious aperitif. When the sea is calm, at this time of day you can see and, if lucky, touch the dolphins that are in the Cinque Terre nature reserve.

During the tour, which takes about two hours, local appetizers will be served and some local wines, which are produced in the nearby areas.

During this private ride to Cinque Terre from Monterosso, it is possible to explore parts of the trails, traverse the woods, and experience a different way of experiencing Cinque Terre for those who love horses and nature.

Because of the Ranch's location on the high ground in Monterosso al Mare, it is possible to ride along sections of the coastline and parts of the trails while admiring the sea, the colors, and traversing the forests of maritime pine and chestnut trees from Cinque Terre during the horseback ride.

Horseback rides are reserved for a maximum of 2 participants, and the minimum age to participate is 18.

This sunset aperitif boat tour in Levanto with local and organic products in the bay of Cinque Terre is a unique experience.

The departure of the boat tour is set in Levanto, at a time between 15:00 and 18:00 (depending on the season).

You will then be able to admire during the mini-cruise the Marine Park, and the passage in front of all the villages of the Cinque Terre.

During the tour there will be the possibility to stop for snorkeling, and on board you will be offered an aperitif with wine, beer, various drinks and typical and organic products from the Val di Vara.

Return is always scheduled to Levanto between 6:30 pm and 9 pm (summer).

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Classic boat mini-cruise to the Cinque Terre departing from Riomaggiore. You sail by boat to reach and discover all the 5 most iconic and famous villages in Liguria.

You will stop in front of each of the Cinque Terre: Manarola, then Corniglia, Vernazza and finally Monterosso.

During the boat ride there will also be time to stop in front of a cove for a dip, in a beautiful lair with a small waterfall over the sea. At the end of the tour, you will return by boat to Riomaggiore or Manarola.

On the 3-hour boat tour, you can make a one-hour stop in Vernazza to take a walk around the town and learn about the local reality.

This sunset boat tour in Monterosso with aperitif is a relaxing and fun evening boat tour exploring the 5 Terre.

The mini-cruise is scheduled to depart from Monterosso at 18:00. The return is also scheduled to Monterosso at 21:00.

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 expert guide will tell you all about the local history and 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 treated to a small aperitif in Monterosso, which includes a prosecco and some delicious local products, including focaccia and pesto.

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.

SUP ride along the cliffs of Portofino, also suitable for those who have never tried SUP.

The experience includes a 45-minute course on how to paddle SUP and a 45-minute excursion in the Portofino Marine Protected Area.

The initial short course takes place in total safety in Paraggi Bay, where the sea is not very rough. The Bay is a wonderful natural setting in close contact with nature and is extremely safe as it is interdicted to boat traffic.

After the course it will be possible to explore the wonders of the Portofino headland and marine protected area from an unusual perspective.

In fact, thanks to the perfectly perpendicular position to the water, it is possible to enjoy breathtaking views, above and below the sea.

The protected area allows the activity to take place in all conditions.

Explore a beauty of Portofino and the surrounding landscape with this kayak tour followed by a delicious Ligurian aperitif.

Kayak tour (1 1/2 hours)

This tour departs at 10:30 a.m. from Paraggi, a quiet little beach near Portofino, where you will be provided with a kayak, paddle and life jacket. During the kayak tour you will visit Niasca Beach in Paraggi Bay.

From there, the excursion continues to the Portofino Lighthouse, surrounded by unspoiled nature. Stops are provided to allow you to dive into the crystal clear waters of the area and relax.

It is recommended that you bring sunscreen and a bathing suit for this excursion.

Sunset tour (2 hours)

Departure for this tour is at 5:30 p.m. from Paraggi, a quiet little beach near Portofino, where you will be provided with a kayak, paddle and life jacket. During the kayak tour you will visit Niasca Beach in Paraggi Bay.

From there the excursion continues to the Portofino Lighthouse, surrounded by unspoiled nature. Stops are planned to allow you to dive into the crystal clear waters of the area and relax.

The tour ends with an aperitif of Ligurian products and local natural wine. The tour is available only in summer, from June 1 to September 30.

The boat tour in the Gulf of Portofino is a private excursion that departs from the marina in Santa Margherita Ligure with a skipper.

The boat trip will last half a day, in the morning or afternoon, or a full day. You will have the opportunity to sail to the fantastic coastlines of Portofino and Camogli.

On board you will find snorkeling equipment.

During the mini-cruise there will be an opportunity to swim offshore in the beautiful crystal clear waters, so don't forget to bring a towel and swimsuit.

Throughout the day on board, prosecco and accompanying flatbreads will also be served.

The boat tour to Portofino, San Fruttuoso and Camogli is a classic and comprehensive boat tour of the Portofino Natural Park area.

The starting point of the boat excursion is in Rapallo, but a pickup in Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure can also be arranged, agreeing this after booking.

Spending half a day by boat or a full day in the Portofino area, you can enjoy all the best that the area has to offer: sea, sun, beautiful views, local food, wine, and a pristine natural environment like few others in Italy.

Explore Portofino on this tour that combines kayaking and snorkeling with a typical Ligurian aperitif.

This tour is divided into three parts:

During the first half of the tour you will paddle admiring hidden caves and coves, and dive into the waters of the Portofino Marine Park. This excursion will allow you to admire the most striking places in the area from the sea and spot a wide variety of species.

From the sea you can also admire the most striking places in the area such as the Piazzetta, the Portofino Lighthouse and the Church of San Giorgio.

On the return to Paraggi it's time for snorkeling, where you can swim along with numerous different species. In fact, the bay is famous for its Posidonia meadow, rich in flora and fauna.

Finally, you will be able to relax with a typical Ligurian aperitif and "Triple A" natural wine.