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Skim sea caves, swim in turquoise coves and visit Portovenere on a private 4-hour boat tour from La Spezia. Includes snorkeling, lunch and views of Palmaria, Tino and Lerici castle.
Skim sea caves, swim in turquoise coves and visit Portovenere on a private 4-hour boat tour from La Spezia. Includes snorkeling, lunch and views of Palmaria, Tino and Lerici castle.
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Operated by Blue Waves Boat · La Spezia, Liguria
A low thrum under the hull, salt on your lips and the cliff faces of the Gulf of Poets sliding past — this four-hour private boat tour launches from Porto Mirabello and puts the Ligurian coastline within reach. You’ll skim past sea caves and small islands, pause for swims in glassy coves and tie up in front of Portovenere for a short shore visit to the church of San Pietro and the 15th-century castle.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; able to climb from boat to shore and swim short distances.
The meeting point is Porto Mirabello in La Spezia — follow the white bridge, turn left at the end and look for the marina/petrol station for boats.
Yes — the tour includes lunch (pesto or mussels options, caprese) and unlimited selected drinks like Prosecco, wine, beer and soft drinks; alcohol only for ages 18+.
Yes — snorkeling equipment is provided and there are scheduled swim stops; you should be comfortable in open water and able to exit the sea unassisted.
Children can join but infants must sit on laps; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious back or heart conditions.
The Gulf of Poets earned its name from visitors like Byron and Shelley; Portovenere and the nearby islands have fishing and maritime traditions dating back centuries.
This coastline borders protected marine zones and Cinque Terre park waters—follow guides’ instructions, avoid anchoring on seagrass beds and use reef-safe products.
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