The 3 best mini-cruises at Lake Como

Enjoy a day cruise to the Cinque Terre with friends, exploring the villages of Portovenere, Vernazza and Monterosso, where you can swim or enjoy lunch overlooking the sea.

The sailing departs from La Spezia at 10:00 a.m. aboard a motorboat that will reach Portovenere after a few minutes, where the first stop will be scheduled. Afterwards, the itinerary continues to Monterosso and, finally, you will visit Vernazza, before returning to the pier around 6:00 pm.

At each stop, travelers will have the opportunity to explore the villages, take a swim in the clear waters, enjoy a lunch overlooking the sea, and store in local stores.

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

The motorboat excursion a unique opportunity to visit the renowned Cinque Terre and take a swim in the Ligurian sea.

Departing from La Spezia at 10:00 a.m., you will travel along the Golfo dei Poeti and immediately begin skirting the Cinque Terre. The first scheduled stop is at Riomaggiore, known for its ancient village. Next, the motorboat will stop in Monterosso, where you can swim at Fegina beach. The sailing ends with a visit to Vernazza, the "pearl" of the Cinque Terre.

At each stop, travelers can explore villages, take a swim in the clear waters, have lunch overlooking the sea, and store in local stores. A guide on board is included during the excursion.

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

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.

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

During the boat tour, which lasts about 25 minutes, you will leave from the Port of Sirmione to visit the Aquaria Spa, Villa Callas, Catullus Caves, Fonte Boiola, Scaliger Castle as the first stop and return to the port.

The Sirmione Peninsula is one of the most famous and visited points of the entire Lake Garda, the possibility of doing it by boat allows you to see the places that characterize it from a privileged perspective.

The boat carries a maximum number of 15 people. The skipper on board speaks up to 5 languages. Reservations for bachelor parties are not possible.

Mini cruise on Lake Garda with lunch on board a boat. Departure from Peschiera del Garda allows you to visit the entire southern part of the lake.

During the cruise, the boat will head to the following points of interest: Lazise Castle, Rocca di Garda, Villa Canossa, Punta San Vigilio, Garda Island, San Biagio Island, Baia Verde, Rocca di Manerba Nature Park, Jamaica Beach Sirmione, Grotte di Catullo.

Depending on the weather, the boat can go clockwise or counterclockwise around the lower lake. There will be a guide on board who will explain the various points you are going to see.

A light lunch (usually a pasta dish) and a soft drink during the boat ride is also included in the boat tour.

A stop for swimming will be made for those who wish. The use of a life jacket is mandatory. No other stops are planned during navigation.

Small-medium sized dogs with muzzles are allowed on board. There is a bathroom and there is a bar where snacks or drinks can be purchased.

Boat trip to discover 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 beautiful Sirmione by staying on board or by getting off for two hours or more on the mainland.

Return è scheduled 2 hours after the’start of the stop in Sirmione. For example, if you book the tour departing at 11:00 a.m., you will disembark at Sirmione around 11:40 a.m. and the return should be 2 hours later, with the 1:40 p.m. tour.

The return will be 2 hours later.

As for the tour departing at 5:00 pm, there is no return as there is no boat doing the 7:40 pm service.

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

From Sirmione

È it is also possible to book a Peninsula tour departing directly from the port of Sirmione. With a 25min boat excursion you will take a complete tour around the peninsula and visit points of interest directly from the lake.

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

Enjoy a Lake Garda crossing aboard a fully equipped sailing ship for a totally relaxing experience.

The scenic tour takes place in the early afternoon, in the 2 to 4 p.m. time slot, optimal for a sail on the lake, taking advantage of the "Ora" wind that blows from south to north in the early afternoon hours.

During the sailing, you will cross the Brescian-northern shore of the Lake with a scenic stop in front of the Cascate di Forra waterfalls and the Terrazza del Brivido in Tremosine, just below the famous Strada della Forra also known as James Bond Street thanks to the filming of the 007 movie, with a final passage in front of the Malcesine Castle and its imposing medieval walls overhanging the Garda waters, before returning to port.

The excursion is organized on a shared basis and takes about 2 hours. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

Departs from the marina in Malcesine.

Maximum capacity: 50 people.

Participant must bring:

•    comfortable clothing suitable for the season
•    hat
•    windproof jacket in spring or fall
•    sunglasses
•    preferably barefoot (prohibited: heels or hard-soled shoes. Sì to sneakers, flip flops or flat sandals)

Prohibitions: It is’ forbidden to smoke on the boat. Please do not use sunscreen or spray on the boat so as not to stain the teak cover of the seating area. In case bring a towel with sé to avoid direct contact between greasy skin with creams/sprays and teak.

Weather: The experience depends on the weather conditions. In case of high winds, thunderstorms or conditions that do not allow the experience to take place safely, the boat outing in such case will be rescheduled to another date.

Capacity: Min 10 participants for group experiences. Failure to reach the minimum nr of participants required will result in the date being moved.

Max 40/45 people on board.

Food and Beverage: It is not è possible to bring own food or beverage on board. On scenic tours è extra drinks can be purchased by choosing from our onboard list, on sunset tours food and beverages are included.

 

The sunset sailboat trip on Lake Garda è a unique opportunity to experience a fun time in the company of good music on the shores of the Lake, having a drink and enjoying an aperitif on board.

Sunset Cruise (2 hours - Thursdayì and Sunday)

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Leaving from Malcesine, in the province of Verona, the sunset aperitif boat cruise lasts 2 hours and includes two drinks and snacks while sailing.

Eno-culinary experience on boat with musical entertainment: chill house dj set or dj set + instrument (sax, electric violin or handpan).

During the sailing, è a catering service based on local appetizers and 2 drinks included. The experience is typically held on Thursdays and Sundays, but may be subject to changes in scheduling depending on weather and private event schedules.

Maximum capacity: 40 people. Recommended for everyone, especially groups of friends and those in the mood for an evening of fun and relaxation on the shores of Lake Garda.

Participant must bring:

•    comfortable clothing suitable for the season
•    hat
•    windproof jacket in spring or fall
•    sunglasses
•    preferably barefoot (prohibited: heels or hard-soled shoes. Sì to sneakers, flip flops or flat sandals)

Prohibitions: It is’ forbidden to smoke on the boat. Please do not use sunscreen or spray on the boat so as not to stain the teak cover of the seating area. In case bring a towel with sé to avoid direct contact between greasy skin with creams/sprays and teak.

Weather: The experience depends on the weather conditions. In case of high winds, thunderstorms or conditions that do not allow the experience to take place safely, the boat outing will be postponed

Capacity: Min 10 participants for group experiences. Failure to reach the required minimum nr of participants will result in postponement of the date.

Max 40/45 people on board.

Food and Beverage: It is not è possible to bring own food or beverage on board. On scenic tours è extra beverages can be purchased by choosing from our onboard list, on sunset tours food and beverage are included.

Embark on a not-to-be-missed excursion in a motorboat equipped with every comfort and experience a mini-cruise in the crystal-clear waters of Sicily, visiting the best-known caves and enjoying a typical lunch on board.

Departing from Trapani, the motorboat trip will take you to several destinations, depending on the itinerary you choose, and you will have a choice of two routes.

Favignana and Levanzo (8 hours)

During the excursion to Favignana and Levanzo you will skirt Favignana's most beautiful and picturesque coves such as Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra. Lunch will be provided on board before reaching Levanzo. Here you will visit Cala Fredda, Cala Minnola and the small fishing village.

Marettimo (9 hours)

During the excursion to Marettimo you will visit the pebble beaches on the slopes of Punta Troia and other sandy coves such as Cala Bianca and Cala Nera. With luck, you may spot rare Mediterranean monk seals.

The excursion lasts a full day and includes an onboard lunch of typical Sicilian products.

Don't miss a unique opportunity to swim in Mediterranean waters and visit the Egadi Islands as a group or as a couple.

Maximum capacity: 185 people.

Discover Favignana on a day or sunset excursion accompanied by a skipper.

You can choose from 3 different tours:

Daily tour

The itinerary for this tour includes:

•    Departure from marsala for 9:30 a.m.
•    Arrive in Favignana with visit to Cala Azzurra and Cala Rossa 
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•    Disembarkation on the island of Favignana for 12:00 
•    Departure for Levanzo at 13:00 and lunch stop at Faraglioni 
•    Bathing stop at 15:00 at Cala Fridda and subsequent bathing stop at Cala Minnula at 16:00 
•    Aperitif on board based on local products
•    Arrive in Marsala by 5:30 p.m.

Sunset tour in Favignana

The itinerary for this tour includes:

•    Barking and departure from Marsala for 6:30 p.m.
•    Arrival in Favignana, music and aperitif on board in Cala Rotonda from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
•    Arrive in Marsala for 21:30

Sunset tour to the Stagnone Lagoon

•    Barking and departure from Marsala for 6:30 pm
•    Arrive at the viewpoint, music and aperitif on board while watching the sun set
•    Arrive in Marsala for 9:30 p.m.

For each tour you will be accompanied by a skipper who will know how to tell you the best anecdotes about the area.

In case of bad weather the excursion could be cancelled or the itinerary and its duration could be changed.

Discover the most striking bays of the Egadi Islands with an excursion aboard a spacious, fully equipped boat.

Departing from Trapani, the excursion will guide you along the picturesque Sicilian coast, stopping at hidden coves such as Cala Azzurra, Bue Marino and Cala Rossa, before reaching the village of Levanzo. Here, you will enjoy a swim stop in one of the coves. Next, you will set course for Favignana for another swim stop.

On board, a full lunch with Trapani specialties and fresh fish will be served. After lunch, you will have free time to explore Favignana, enjoy Sicilian granita and visit the Grotta degli Innamorati before returning to Trapani.

Two embacations are available: the Egadi Star and the Luxury Shalimar IV. Both carry a maximum of 30 passengers on board. The Luxury Shalimar boat will give you a luxury experience in a mini-cruise equipped with a larger size for a totally relaxed excursion.

Maximum capacity: 30 people. It is mandatory to pay the ecological fee of €5 at the ticket office before departure.

Embark on a unique adventure along the most fascinating coves and bays of Favignana and Levanzo aboard a motorboat, enjoying a hearty lunch on board and diving into the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.

You can choose from two different tours, each itinerary includes stops in Favignana and Levanzo for sightseeing and swimming.

Minicruise

The daily Egadi Islands minicruise offers a comfortable way to visit the islands. Departing Trapani at 09:30, you will arrive in Favignana for two hours of sightseeing and beaches. You will visit Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra with bathroom stops, and while sailing you will be treated to lunch on board, which includes:

•    Primo pasta with Trapanese pesto sauce
•    Fruit
•    Water and wine

In the afternoon, you will visit Levanzo and a bathroom stop will be provided. Return to Trapani is scheduled around 5:30-6:00 pm.

Shuttle Tour

The Shuttle tour allows you to visit Favignana and Levanzo without an organized tour. Departing from Trapani at 10:30 a.m., after about 45 minutes of sailing you will arrive in Favignana, where you can visit the island in total freedom. You will then reach Levanzo for a scenic tour and a bathroom stop. Return to Trapani is scheduled for 7:00 pm.

Maximum capacity: 200 people. It is mandatory to pay the Egadi Islands ecological entrance fee in cash before departure (5€ per person, children 0-4 years old do not pay the fee).

Venture to the Egadi Islands with a unique excursion to Marettimo, a small hamlet of Favignana, where you can dive into the Mediterranean waters and snorkel, all accompanied by a typical tasting of Sicilian products.

Departing from Trapani at 09:30, you will take a complete tour of the island with visits to the most beautiful coves and caves where you can swim and snorkel. You will have the opportunity to visit the small town and, on your return by boat, you will be offered a typical tasting. This will be followed by a panoramic tour of Levanzo with a final stop for swimming near the Faraglione, before returning to Trapani at 6:30 pm.

The tour will be done on a shared basis. In addition, it is mandatory to pay the ecological fee for entry into the Egadi Islands Marine Protected Area in cash before departure (€5.00 per person, children 0-4 years old do not pay the fee).

Maximum capacity: 28 people.

Daily excursion in the Gulf of Orosei aboard a motorboat with an aperitif on board from Cala Gonone.

Leaving from Cala Gonone, you will visit some of the most beautiful coves on the coast with audioguide explanation included in the price.

This itinerary includes 3 beach stops:

•    Sea Ox Cave and Cala Luna
•    Cala Mariolu
•    Cala dei Gabbiani

The visit to the Sea Ox Cave is optional and involves an additional ticket of 10€ per person for adults and 5€ per person for children not included in the price and purchasable at the port.

In addition, from the sea you will be able to see Cala Goloritzè, the Pools of Venus and the Cave of the Cormorants. On your return you will be offered an aperitif included in the price.

Departure from the port of Cala Gonone at your choice of: 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00.
Return always scheduled for 5:30 pm.

The Taxi Boat excursion from Cala Gonone allows you to board a motorboat that will take you to Cala Luna.

Here you will be dropped off and can stay on the beach for as long as you wish.

To return, you will be able to re-board the motorboat that will take you back to the port of Cala Gonone.

Departures are scheduled from Cala Gonone port at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

While return is possible from Cala Luna at 12:30, 15:30, 16:30 and 17:30.

Embark on a mini cruise of the Gulf of Orosei aboard a nearly 100-year-old sailing ship.

The boat sets sail from the port of Cala Gonone at 10:30 a.m. (check in 10 a.m.) and heads out to discover the coast's most beautiful beaches and caves.

The itinerary includes:

•    Cala Biriola: small rose-colored beach
•    Le Piscine di Venere: small cove with turquoise waters
•    Cala Mariolu or Cala dei Gabbiani (longer stop): two pearls of the Gulf of Orosei
•    Cala Goloritze: natural rock arch that gives the beach its name

You will also be able to admire from the boat: Cala Luna and Cala Sisine. Return is scheduled for 5:30 pm.

During this day you will be able to admire some of the most beautiful places in the gulf aboard a unique boat and dive into crystal clear waters for an unforgettable experience.

It is recommended that you bring a packed lunch to eat at one of the beach stops, as no food or drinks can be consumed on board.

On this very spacious boat, you can enjoy a day in the company of other participants.

Discover Sardinia's most fascinating coves aboard a motorship in total relaxation and get ready to discover the beauty of the Gulf of Orosei and its crystal-clear waters, where you can dive in and go for a swim.

Departing from Cala Gonone, you will first reach Cala Luna, one of Sardinia's most enchanting beaches, where you will have the opportunity to take your first dive of the day. Afterwards, you can choose to visit the Bue Marino Caves or venture to Cala Mariolu. During the navigation, you will also be served an aperitif on board based on typical Sardinian products.

In the afternoon, the next stops will be Cala Sisine or Cala Biriola, for another swim in turquoise waters and to take breathtaking photos at Cala Goloritzè. Finally, you will board the motorboat again, which will return to the port of Cala Gonone.

The motorboat excursion lasts a full day and is organized on a shared basis. Also, depending on the skipper's decisions and weather conditions, the stops may be changed.

Maximum capacity: 149 people. More than one boat is available. Depending on numbers and season, at the time of departure, the port coordinator will decide which boat to take out for the mini-cruise.

If you wish to visit the Sea Ox Caves, there is an additional fee to be paid on the Dorgali Municipality website, the price of which varies according to seasonality. Finally, it is mandatory to pay the environmental fee of 2€ per person before departure.

Embark on an excursion to the Gulf of Orosei and enjoy an aperitif on board of typical products with local cured meats accompanied by music.

Departing from Cala Gonone, you will travel along the most picturesque coves of the Gulf of Orosei, including Cala dei Gabbiani, Cala Mariolu and Cala Luna, and have the opportunity to swim between these coves during one of two scheduled swim stops. The boat will then take you to Piscine di Venere, where you can make a third stop.

Afterwards, the navigation continues to Cala Goloritzè, where a final stop will be scheduled. You will also be offered an aperitif on board based on typical products and cold cuts, accompanied by wine, soft drinks and music to enjoy a relaxing experience.

The excursion is organized on a shared basis and lasts a full day. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may change.

Maximum capacity: 40 people. It is mandatory to pay the disembarkation fee (2€) in cash before departure.

The Taxi Boat experience to Cala Luna and Sea Ox Cave allows you to experience a day trip to the Gulf of Orosei aboard a motorboat.

From the port of Cala Gonone, you will board the motorboat that will take you to the Grotta del Bue Marino.

After visiting the cave, you will sail to Cala Luna. Here you will be dropped off and can stay on the beach for as long as you wish.

To return, you will be able to take the motorboat back to the port of Cala Gonone.

The visit to the Sea Ox Cave is optional and involves an additional ticket of 10€ per person for adults and 5€ per person for children (not included in the price and purchasable at the port).

Departures are scheduled from Cala Gonone port at 10:00 am, 11:00 am and 12:00 pm.

While return is possible from Cala Luna at 12:30, 15:30, 16:30 and 17:30.