Discover the marine caves and towering cliffs of Polignano a Mare on a unique boat tour with Noleggio Barche Monopoli. Swim, sightsee, and soak in two hours of Adriatic coastal wonder guided in English or Italian.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic comfort with short boat ride required.
Wildlife
History
Polignano a Mare’s cliffs once served as natural defense points, with caves historically used by fishermen and smugglers.
Conservation
Local operators support preserving the delicate marine environment by limiting group sizes and encouraging minimal waste practices.
Noleggio Barche Monopoli
Discover the marine caves and towering cliffs of Polignano a Mare on a unique boat tour with Noleggio Barche Monopoli. Swim, sightsee, and soak in two hours of Adriatic coastal wonder guided in English or Italian.
Noleggio Barche Monopoli is a boat charter operator based in San Vito, Puglia. It offers a range of guided boat tours and private charters departing from Polignano a Mare and Monopoli.
Experiences include grotto tours that explore the marine caves and cliffs of Polignano a Mare with opportunities to swim, shared catamaran cruises with aperitivo, private 3.5‑hour and full‑day sails aboard the Aventura 34 "Muna" and Lagoon 39, and extended 7.5‑hour private cruises along the Polignano and Monopoli coastline. Tours are available as shared or private options, and durations range from two hours for grotto excursions to full‑day or 7.5‑hour catamaran trips.
Guides and crews communicate in Italian and English, and private tours are served by a dedicated skipper and crew on vessels such as the Lagoon 39 and Aventura 34. The operator also offers large motorboats for coastal exploration and transfers departing from Monopoli or Polignano. Activities emphasize coastal sightseeing, cave exploration, swimming stops, and relaxed aperitivo moments aboard catamarans.
Bookings are organized around weather conditions; tours run year‑round when sea and weather permit. Safety equipment is provided on board according to standard maritime practice. Information on specific itineraries, vessel capacity, and departure points is available at booking. Noleggio Barche Monopoli focuses on delivering personalized service for small groups, families, and private charters who want to experience the coastline of Puglia from the water.
English or Italian guides provide local commentary, and itineraries can include aperitivo and multiple swimming stops where conditions allow. Contact details are provided at booking.
Base Location
San Vito, Puglia
Departures from Polignano and Monopoli
Vessels
Catamarans & Motorboats
Lagoon 39, Aventura 34 and large motorboats
Typical Durations
2–7.5 hours
Short grotto trips to full‑day charters
Languages
Italian & English
Guides available in both languages
Choose private or shared catamaran trips, grotto tours, or motorboat charters — check availability and book departures from Polignano or Monopoli today.
Bring swimwear and towels
The tour includes stops for swimming in the crystal-clear sea, so come prepared to take a dip.
Use sun protection
Open waters and limited shade mean sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are crucial even on cloudy days.
Arrive early for check-in
Boat tours can fill quickly—arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure smooth boarding.
Motion sensitivity preparation
If you're prone to seasickness, consider taking precautions since the Adriatic can be choppy at times.
Swimsuit
To fully enjoy swimming opportunities during the tour.
summer
Sunscreen
Protects skin from intense Mediterranean sun exposure.
summer|spring|fall
Light windbreaker
Useful for cooler breezes on open water, especially outside peak summer months.
spring|fall|winter
Waterproof bag
Keeps valuables and electronics dry during the boat tour.