See Portofino and the Ligurian coast from sea level on a private full-day boat charter with stops in San Fruttuoso, the Cinque Terre and Portovenere. Expect swimming, shore visits, snorkeling gear, and flexible routing based on conditions.
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The bow parts a glassy, blue-green swath of the Ligurian Sea and the pastel houses of Portofino peel away like scenery in slow motion. Salt air pulls at your jacket; gulls wheel and the mainland cliffs lean toward the water as if eavesdropping on the boat’s conversation. On this private full-day charter you see the coastline from the single best vantage: low, close, and moving.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding a small boat and walking on uneven docks for short shore excursions.
Wildlife
History
Portofino and the surrounding coast developed as fishing and maritime hubs with medieval watchtowers and monastic sites like San Fruttuoso; the area later became popular with 19th‑century travelers and artists.
Conservation
The Ligurian coast is part of marine-protected areas with rules about anchoring and fishing—respect no-anchor zones and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the private boat tour in Portofino today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check wind and sea forecasts
The captain will reroute in wind or chop—confirm the morning forecast and have a backup pickup in nearby ports like Rapallo or La Spezia.
Protect against sun and spray
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and polarized sunglasses; deck spray can make mornings cool so pack a light waterproof layer.
Bring a small dry bag
Store phone, wallet, and a spare layer in a dry bag—cabins are limited and gear can get wet during swims or waves.
Plan for swims and shore time
Snorkeling gear is provided but bring reef-safe sunscreen and a towel if you plan to jump in or disembark for a village visit.
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps valuables and extra layers dry during swims and bumps of wake.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin without harming marine life while spending long hours on deck and in the water.
summer
Light windproof jacket
Sea spray and afternoon breezes can be cool even on warm days; a packable jacket adds comfort.
spring
Non-slip deck shoes or sandals
Provide better grip when boarding, swimming from the boat, or walking on wet docks.
summer