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A private two-hour tender cruise on an Invictus 280SX glides you past Como’s grand villas, island ruins, and dramatic shoreline. Ideal for small groups who want close-up views and local narration without the crowds.
A private two-hour tender cruise on an Invictus 280SX glides you past Como’s grand villas, island ruins, and dramatic shoreline. Ideal for small groups who want close-up views and local narration without the crowds.
You step from the Como pier into a bright slap of water and climb aboard the Invictus 280SX, nine metres of Italian design that sits low and taut on the lake.
The captain nudges away from the Lario bar and Largo’s outer dam slips astern as the western shore begins to unfurl: palazzo facades, clipped gardens, and stone stairways dropping like veins to the water’s edge. The lake takes on a voice here—currents pushing the hull forward, mountain slopes watching from above.
Lake Como’s shoreline is a living ledger of Lombardy’s past: Roman villas evolved into Renaissance estates and 19th-century summer palaces. You’ll pass Villa Olmo’s exhibition façades, the ornate terraces of Villa Erba, the manicured luxury of Villa d’Este, and the celebrity-watched Villa Oleandra at Laglio. Isola Comacina offers a contrast: a tiny island with medieval ruins that once witnessed regional skirmishes and local fisherfolk.
Geology shows itself in the steeply incised arms of this glacial basin—the deep, V-shaped profile that channels wind and frames views; cliffs and alluvial fans mark where ice once carved the valley.
Practical details are straightforward: two hours aboard a private tender for up to six guests with bottled water and Prosecco provided, onboard fridge and toilet, and a bilingual (Italian/English/French) captain to narrate the route. Expect frequent photo stops, short passages at planing speed, and close views of cliffside villas from the waterline.
Timing: aim for late afternoon light for softer reflections and fewer boats. Dress in layers, secure loose items on deck, and bring a camera with a polarizer for richer water color.
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Operated by The Black Pearl · Como, Lombardy
You step from the Como pier into a bright slap of water and climb aboard the Invictus 280SX, nine metres of Italian design that sits low and taut on the lake.
The captain nudges away from the Lario bar and Largo’s outer dam slips astern as the western shore begins to unfurl: palazzo facades, clipped gardens, and stone stairways dropping like veins to the water’s edge. The lake takes on a voice here—currents pushing the hull forward, mountain slopes watching from above.
Lake Como’s shoreline is a living ledger of Lombardy’s past: Roman villas evolved into Renaissance estates and 19th-century summer palaces. You’ll pass Villa Olmo’s exhibition façades, the ornate terraces of Villa Erba, the manicured luxury of Villa d’Este, and the celebrity-watched Villa Oleandra at Laglio. Isola Comacina offers a contrast: a tiny island with medieval ruins that once witnessed regional skirmishes and local fisherfolk.
Geology shows itself in the steeply incised arms of this glacial basin—the deep, V-shaped profile that channels wind and frames views; cliffs and alluvial fans mark where ice once carved the valley.
Practical details are straightforward: two hours aboard a private tender for up to six guests with bottled water and Prosecco provided, onboard fridge and toilet, and a bilingual (Italian/English/French) captain to narrate the route. Expect frequent photo stops, short passages at planing speed, and close views of cliffside villas from the waterline.
Timing: aim for late afternoon light for softer reflections and fewer boats. Dress in layers, secure loose items on deck, and bring a camera with a polarizer for richer water color.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; boarding requires modest step up from pier
The Invictus 280SX used on this tour accommodates up to six passengers in a private booking.
Yes — the boat is equipped with a toilet and a small dressing area for guest comfort.
Bottled water and a bottle of Italian Prosecco are included; additional catering can be arranged on request.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours prior; trips may be canceled for bad weather with a full refund.
Lake Como’s shoreline grew wealthy during Roman and Renaissance eras; many villas were expanded as summer residences for Milanese nobility in the 18th–19th centuries.
Keep to low-impact behavior—avoid throwing anything in the water and respect private villa properties; local operators follow navigation rules to minimize wake near shorelines.
The Black Pearl operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from the Como pier into a bright slap of water and climb aboard the Invictus 280SX, nine metres of Italian design that sits low and taut on the lake.
The captain nudges away from the Lario bar and Largo’s outer dam slips astern as the western shore begins to unfurl: palazzo facades, clipped gardens, and stone stairways dropping like veins to the water’s edge. The lake takes on a voice here—currents pushing the hull forward, mountain slopes watching from above.
Lake Como’s shoreline is a living ledger of Lombardy’s past: Roman villas evolved into Renaissance estates and 19th-century summer palaces. You’ll pass Villa Olmo’s exhibition façades, the ornate terraces of Villa Erba, the manicured luxury of Villa d’Este, and the celebrity-watched Villa Oleandra at Laglio. Isola Comacina offers a contrast: a tiny island with medieval ruins that once witnessed regional skirmishes and local fisherfolk.
Geology shows itself in the steeply incised arms of this glacial basin—the deep, V-shaped profile that channels wind and frames views; cliffs and alluvial fans mark where ice once carved the valley.
Practical details are straightforward: two hours aboard a private tender for up to six guests with bottled water and Prosecco provided, onboard fridge and toilet, and a bilingual (Italian/English/French) captain to narrate the route. Expect frequent photo stops, short passages at planing speed, and close views of cliffside villas from the waterline.
Timing: aim for late afternoon light for softer reflections and fewer boats. Dress in layers, secure loose items on deck, and bring a camera with a polarizer for richer water color.
You step from the Como pier into a bright slap of water and climb aboard the Invictus 280SX, nine metres of Italian design that sits low and taut on the lake.
The captain nudges away from the Lario bar and Largo’s outer dam slips astern as the western shore begins to unfurl: palazzo facades, clipped gardens, and stone stairways dropping like veins to the water’s edge. The lake takes on a voice here—currents pushing the hull forward, mountain slopes watching from above.
Lake Como’s shoreline is a living ledger of Lombardy’s past: Roman villas evolved into Renaissance estates and 19th-century summer palaces. You’ll pass Villa Olmo’s exhibition façades, the ornate terraces of Villa Erba, the manicured luxury of Villa d’Este, and the celebrity-watched Villa Oleandra at Laglio. Isola Comacina offers a contrast: a tiny island with medieval ruins that once witnessed regional skirmishes and local fisherfolk.
Geology shows itself in the steeply incised arms of this glacial basin—the deep, V-shaped profile that channels wind and frames views; cliffs and alluvial fans mark where ice once carved the valley.
Practical details are straightforward: two hours aboard a private tender for up to six guests with bottled water and Prosecco provided, onboard fridge and toilet, and a bilingual (Italian/English/French) captain to narrate the route. Expect frequent photo stops, short passages at planing speed, and close views of cliffside villas from the waterline.
Timing: aim for late afternoon light for softer reflections and fewer boats. Dress in layers, secure loose items on deck, and bring a camera with a polarizer for richer water color.