A private 5-hour boat cruise from Levanto to Portovenere lets you see Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore from the water, swim in clear coves, and enjoy local tastings on a new 34-foot boat. Small-group and customizable, it’s ideal for travelers who want a stress-free coastal day.
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You push off from a small harbor and the coastline unfolds: vertical vineyards, houses clinging to cliffs, and the sea opening a bright lane toward Portovenere. Onboard a new 34-foot craft with a bow seat for three and a roomy sundeck, you feel the boat cut the Ligurian swell as Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore slide by like postcards. The water dares you to dive in; the seabed waits clear and shallow where the captain signals a stop.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—ability to climb aboard and step into shallow water for swims is all that’s required
Wildlife
History
Portovenere and the Cinque Terre were recognized by UNESCO for their cultural landscape of terraced agriculture and historic maritime settlements shaped over centuries by local fishing and seafaring traditions.
Conservation
This stretch of coast overlaps marine protected zones—avoid touching Posidonia beds, follow captain guidance on anchoring, and pack out all waste to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Portovenere private tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Apply broad-spectrum, waterproof sunscreen before boarding and reapply after swims to protect both skin and marine life.
Pack a quick-dry towel and swimwear
Swim stops are frequent; a compact towel and suit let you jump in quickly and dry off on the sundeck.
Prepare for motion
If you’re prone to seasickness, take prophylactics or bring patches—coastal chop can be unexpected even on calm days.
Carry a small dry bag
Protect phones, passports and a light jacket from spray; a dry bag keeps valuables safe during swims.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and reduces impact on coastal ecosystems during swims.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Needed for frequent swim stops and comfortable drying on deck.
summer
Light windproof layer
Offshore breeze and late-afternoon chill make a wind layer useful in spring and evenings.
spring
Motion-sickness remedy
Tablets or patches help those sensitive to coastal swell, especially when crossing open stretches.