13 Boat Trips with Swimming in Italy to Build a Day Around

1.Boat Tour with 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,546 reviews · 3 hours · from $59Our pick

Join Nautisardinia in Cagliari for a three-hour shared RIB boat trip around Devil’s Saddle. Swim and snorkel at four handpicked bays, listen to local stories from skippers such as Matteo, Giovanni, Pietro, or Alessandro, and enjoy water, snorkeling gear, and Prosecco. The boats hold up to 12 people and leave from Via Roma near the cruise terminal.

“Great guide, very flexible with regards to stops, friendly and professional!”

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2.Polignano a Mare: Boat Trip, Swim & Cave with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,300 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $35Best value

Set out from Polignano a Mare aboard the Dorino for a 1.5-hour coastal cruise with up to 10 people. You’ll see Grotta Palazzese and other caves, pause for a swim, and finish with Prosecco and Apulian taralli. Guides such as Nicolas, Valerio, and Enzo add lively commentary in English, Italian, or French.

“Nicolas was a great boat tour guide. He was informative but very funny and inclusive of each guest. Highly recommend”

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3.Capri Boat Tour from Sorrento: Swim, Grottos & Light Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,201 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $143Top rated

Join a small group of up to 12 for a full-day boat trip from Sorrento to Capri. Your English-speaking skipper takes you past Bagni della Regina Giovanna, the White and Green Grottos, Faraglioni, Villa Malaparte, and Punta Carena. You also get time ashore, a Caprese sandwich, drinks, snacks, swimming stops, and limoncello on the ride home.

“The captain and staff very attentive. First class experience. They told us about each step in advance”

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4.Small Group Capri Island Boat Ride with Swimming and Limoncello

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,114 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about two hours circling Capri aboard a classic Sorrentine boat with an English-speaking skipper. See the White and Green Grotto, Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Faraglioni, and Punta Carena Lighthouse. Swim and snorkel from the boat, then enjoy drinks, snacks, and limoncello with up to 12 guests.

“Be sure to understand your meeting place as not clear on instructions. Trip itself was very good and worth it”

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5.Forio: Ischia Island Boat Tour with Local Lunch and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 831 reviews · 7 hours · from $94

Spend seven hours circling Ischia from Forio aboard a comfortable motor yacht. Simone, Sabrina, and the crew serve coffee, cake, local snacks, a fresh two-course lunch, wine, fruit, dessert, and liqueur while you swim at caves, coves, and warm coastal springs. Bring snorkel gear if you want more than goggles.

“The tour was incredible, the entire crew was so helpful, kind, and engaging. Plenty of snacks & drinks and lunch was so good, made fresh on the boat. Obviously, the views were beautiful and we had plenty of time to relax and swim at the stops. Can’t recommend this tour enough.”

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6.From Leuca: Adriatic Boat Tour with Ionian Caves & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 578 reviews · 3 hours · from $51

Cruise from Marina di Leuca with a skipper such as Ugo, Hugo, or Gigi, visiting caves from Punta Ristola to Punta Meliso and the Santa Maria di Leuca lighthouse. The three-hour trip includes two swimming stops, a drink, and a snack. Boats carry no more than 12 people, though English commentary can vary by skipper.

“Two swims, one in the Adriatic Sea and the other in the Ionic Sea…!!!”

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7.Boat Tour, 4 Stops, Swim, Snorkeling, & 1 Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 539 reviews · from $62

Join a skipper such as Francesca, Gianni, Johnny, or Simon for a 195-minute RIB cruise from Bacan Cagliari. You’ll visit Cala Bernat, Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera, the Devil’s Saddle, and Poetto Beach, with swimming, snorkeling, dolphin watching, music, local stories, and one complimentary pink sangria onboard.

“Gianni was personable and fun. He was accommodating to others needs. We enjoyed meeting him.”

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8.Scenic Boat Tour with Swimming, Limoncello & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 522 reviews · 2 hours · from $79

Cruise Capri’s coast for two hours with a skipper such as Roberto, Mario, or Claudio. See Tiberius’ Leap, the White Grotto, Natural Arch, Faraglioni, Marina Piccola, and Red Grotto, with a swim stop, snacks, water, towels, and homemade limoncello. The Blue Grotto is not included.

“We loved this. After a lot of comparing reviews and prices I’m happy I chose this one. This was one of our favorite parts of Capri. The swim was the best!!”

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9.Cala Gonone: Gulf of Orosei Dinghy Cruise with Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 489 reviews · 7 hours · from $100

Spend seven hours cruising from Cala Gonone with a skipper such as Christian or Alessandro. The small dinghy reaches caves and coves larger boats cannot, with beach stops at places such as Cala Mariolu, Cala Biriola, Cala Luna, or Cala Sisine, plus swims at the Pools of Venus and Cala Goloritzè. Bring lunch, water, sun protection, and a towel.

“This was the most amazing trip we have ever taken. It started off not so great for us because we were late due to unforeseen traffic. We kept in touch and so did they and thankfully it worked out and we made the trip! Alessandro was a great guide. He Told us about everything along the way and stopped at the most beautiful beaches and coves and caves we have ever seen in our lifetime! I was really looking forward to seeing cala Luna and cala Marilou and they did not disappoint!! This was by far the highlight of our Sardinia trip And my family and i highly recommend it…”

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10.Catamaran Tour, Swimming, Snorkeling, & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 487 reviews · 3 hours · from $72

Set out from Portus Karalis with Alma Sailing Charter for three hours along Cagliari’s Golfo degli Angeli. With up to 12 people, you’ll stop at Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera, and the Devil’s Saddle for swimming and snorkeling. Alma, Patrick, or another bilingual crew member shares local stories, provides floats and equipment, and serves prosecco before the return to port.

“This boat tour was absolutely amazing! It’s definitely a must do while in Cagliari. They were very so nice and accommodating.”

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11.Luxury Motorboat Tour with 3 Swim Stops & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 395 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Spend three hours on a 9-meter Beneteau motorboat with room for up to nine people. From Marina Piccola, cruise past Poetto Beach and the Devil’s Saddle, then stop at Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera, and nearby coves for swimming and snorkeling. Skippers such as Francesco, Andrea, and Enrico add local stories, while wine, floaties, and gear are included.

“Andrea was an amazing guide, very nice and welcoming. The trip was smooth and we’ve had a lot of fun.”

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12.Procida: Boat Tour with Swimming Stops and Underwater Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 322 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Join guide Domenico of Undersea Procida for a two-hour cruise around the island from Marina Grande. You’ll see Palazzo d’Avalos, Corricella, Vivara, Postman’s Beach, and Punta Pioppeto Lighthouse, with two swimming stops, snorkeling gear, and underwater photos or videos. The boat holds up to eight people.

“What a great adventure! We had a lot of fun. The trip takes two hours and Domenico, our captain and guide, takes you around Procida so you can see the island from every angle. There are two stops for swimming and snorkeling. Domenico is very friendly, attentive and helpful. He also provides you with masks for snorkeling and even takes some pictures of you, which is a nice bonus. But the most important he really enjoys of what he’s doing and it makes this experience something special.”

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13.Polignano’s coast and caves: a boat tour with drinks, swimming, music, and fun

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 263 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Meet at San Vito for a two-hour cruise along Polignano a Mare. Guides such as Angela and Antonella explain the caves in several languages while the skipper takes you past Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, and the Hermit’s Rock. Expect music, a swim stop, snorkeling, snacks, and limoncello or iced tea.

“Great sightseeing, lovely guide, there was a lot of fun on the boat”

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