Tropea to Capo Vaticano, the Best Boat tour - Max 12 Passengers
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Tropea, Italy
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Local guide
- light aperitif with local wine, soft drinks, sweets and typical savory
- bottled water
- snorkeling equipment, mask and tube sanitized
- Pick up service from the hotel, for a fee
- Parking inside the marina, for a fee
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Porto TuristicoViale Raf Vallone, snc, 89861 Tropea VV, Italy
Starting point from our nautical base in the marina of Tropea, Sea Sports office on pier n.1 - Please, boarding appointment 15 minutes before.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Tropea Beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Grotta dello Scheletro
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Spiaggia Di Riaci
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Praia di Fuoco
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Capo Vaticano
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Tropea Beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Sea Sports Noleggio - Escursioni - Boat trip - Barche e gommoni (Pass By)
7
Santuario Di Santa Maria Dell'Isola Di Tropea
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
8
Formicoli Beach
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
9
Grotticelle Beach
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- I suggest you bring: swimsuit, hat, beach towel
- Please, WhatsApp phone number is required
- Children aged 3 to 6 enjoy a reduced fare, while children 7 and older pay the same fare as adults. If you accidentally select the wrong fare, you can pay the difference directly at boarding.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Doria_S
What a wonderful way to experience Tropea. From the moment we arrived at the port we were greeted with friendly faces and great service. Domenico was our guide on the speed boat tour and though the weather wasn’t kind to us that day, he made the experience one we wouldn’t forget. He stopped to tell us the history of tropea and constantly check in to see that everyone was ok. Snacks and drinks were provided and we got to do some swimming and exploring. It was also great that our boat was a very intimate group. It made the experience that more special. 100% would recommend to anyone travelling through Tropea
Reviews
4.9
based on 614 reviews
Mike_G, Sep 2025
This is well worth the money and time. The water is crystal clear and the canyon swim was a highlight of the tour.
StephanieSurabian, Sep 2025
This was a wonderful tour of the aeolian islands. Beautiful views in secluded areas. I enjoyed seeing Stromboli by day and night. It was epic to watch the volcano erupt. The crew was great too.
dwpond, Sep 2025
SO FUN!! Great guide who was full of fantastic cultural and historical information. Took us to great spots to swim, then we stopped on the water for a floating “Happy Hour “ with local wine and his “snackle box” filled with local treats. Highly recommend this experience!!😎👍
Alexis_F, Aug 2025
Great tour and the tour guide Glaudio (unsure of spelling) was amazing and interactive. Thanks for a awesome time!
Emili_D, Aug 2025
Amazing tour and the highlight of our trip to Tropea! Water was stunning and the time we got to swim at each spot was great. Andrea was an excellent guide and very informative. We would easily recommend this trip to anyone!
Olivia_C, Aug 2025
Easiest meeting point and instructions form a boat company! Thanks you for that! Our tour guide Frederico was an excellent guide, so knowledgeable, relaxed and enthusiastic. Spoke in Italian/English. The swimming stops were great, the wine and snacks were welcome too! Had a great few hours exploring Capo Vaticano and Tropea. Highly recommend!
Doria_S, Jul 2025
What a wonderful way to experience Tropea. From the moment we arrived at the port we were greeted with friendly faces and great service. Domenico was our guide on the speed boat tour and though the weather wasn’t kind to us that day, he made the experience one we wouldn’t forget. He stopped to tell us the history of tropea and constantly check in to see that everyone was ok. Snacks and drinks were provided and we got to do some swimming and exploring. It was also great that our boat was a very intimate group. It made the experience that more special. 100% would recommend to anyone travelling through Tropea
Eric_G, Jul 2025
We were able to see all the well known areas around the coast during our boat tour. The swimming and snorkeling were amazing. The views were spectacular! Our guide was very knowledgeable and kind.
Ingela_P, Jun 2025
This tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy the amazing beauty of the coast and the possibility to jump in the crystal clear water with or without snorkling equipment.
Our knowledgeable Skipper truly heightened the experience! We do recommended you to try this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning coastline and the chance to swim in the crystal-clear water. Our skipper will be happy to know they made your experience even better! 🚤💙 We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon for another fantastic tour! 😊
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Grazie mille per il tuo meraviglioso feedback! 🌟 Siamo felicissimi che tu abbia apprezzato la bellezza della costa e la possibilità di tuffarti in acqua cristallina. Il nostro skipper sarà felice di sapere di aver reso l’esperienza ancora più speciale! 🚤💙 Ti ringraziamo tantissimo per la raccomandazione e speriamo di accoglierti presto di nuovo per un altro tour fantastico! 😊
Jessika_S, Jun 2025
Absolutely amazing! We had such a wonderful time on this tour. The areas we stopped to swim were beautiful. Our guide was so nice. We were even lucky enough to see dolphins!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time and that you enjoyed the beautiful swim spots — and what a magical bonus to see dolphins! 🐬
It was a pleasure having you on board, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our guide.
We hope to welcome you back soon for another adventure along our stunning coastline!
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Grazie mille per la tua splendida recensione!
Siamo felicissimi che tu abbia trascorso una bella giornata e che tu abbia apprezzato le meravigliose soste per nuotare — e che fortuna vedere anche i delfini! 🐬
È stato un piacere averti a bordo, e ti ringraziamo di cuore per le belle parole sul nostro skipper.
Speriamo di rivederti presto per una nuova avventura lungo la nostra splendida costa!
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Heather_C, Jun 2025
This is a speed boat tour with up to 12 passengers, some of which must sit at the front of the boat and use handles to stay on board. Great views of the coastline and a friendly, knowledgeable captain. The weather was not ideal for our trip, making for very choppy seas as and such some guests were a bit anxious due to the speed of the boat bouncing through the waves. The captain accommodated and returned early to give an option for guests to disembark early, and for others who wanted to stay on board to do so and continue on. The company was very kind to provide a partial refund due to the inclement weather and inability to fulfill the entire trip. I would certainly do again, particularly in better weather! Those who may be anxious on a speed boat may prefer to choose a calmer alternative.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re really happy to hear that you appreciated the professionalism of our captain, even under less-than-ideal weather conditions.
Unfortunately, on that particular day, the wind was quite strong and the sea a bit rough. In such conditions, a slightly faster navigation is often the best option to reduce the impact of the waves and make the ride more comfortable for everyone on board.
On calm, wind-free days, our boat cruises at a much more relaxed pace, allowing guests to fully enjoy the stunning views and experience a truly laid-back, smooth tour—exactly what we aim for to ensure maximum onboard comfort.
All our tours are designed to help you discover the wonders of this coastline in the most enjoyable way possible: a few hours of relaxation, beautiful swims, a bit of snorkeling, and lots of fun! That’s why they’re suitable for everyone, regardless of experience or age.
Of course, nature doesn’t always cooperate—but our experienced skippers are always ready to manage the situation and adapt as needed to ensure a safe and pleasant experience for all our guests.
We really hope to welcome you back on board soon—on a calm, sunny day—so you can fully enjoy the magic of this incredible sea! ☺️🐠💙
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Grazie di cuore per la tua bellissima recensione! Siamo davvero felici che tu abbia apprezzato la professionalità del nostro capitano, anche in una giornata con condizioni meteo non proprio ideali.
Purtroppo, quel giorno c’era molto vento e il mare era un po’ mosso. In situazioni come questa, una navigazione leggermente più veloce del solito aiuta a sentire meno il movimento delle onde e rende l’esperienza più confortevole per tutti a bordo.
Quando invece il mare è calmo e non c’è vento, l’imbarcazione procede a una velocità molto più rilassata, così da permettere a tutti di godersi al massimo il panorama e vivere un tour tranquillo e piacevole, sempre con l’obiettivo di offrire il miglior comfort possibile.
Tutti i nostri tour esperienziali sono pensati per farvi scoprire le meraviglie di questa costa in totale relax: qualche ora spensierata, belle nuotate, un po’ di snorkeling e tanto divertimento! Proprio per questo motivo, sono adatti a tutti.
A volte però la natura non è dalla nostra parte… ma i nostri skipper sono sempre pronti a gestire al meglio ogni situazione, garantendo una navigazione sicura e gradevole.
Spero davvero di potervi riaccogliere presto a bordo, in una giornata senza vento, per godere appieno di questo mare meraviglioso! ☺️🐠💙
Dawn_K, May 2025
The operators kindly changed the time of our trip (from 2 pm to noon) to ensure that we had the best of the weather. Andrea was a first class guide for the trip and provided interesting insights along the coast, stopping twice so that guests who wanted to could swim. Would definitely recommend the tour.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi! 😊 What a lovely review, thank you so much for sharing it! We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience and that Andrea made your trip even more special. 💙 It’s always a pleasure to provide the best service we can, and we’re glad the time change helped you enjoy the beautiful weather! ☀️
Dear Dawn, Thanks for your recommendation, it really means a lot to us! We hope to see you again soon for more adventures along the coast! 🚤💫
Ciao! 😊 Che bella recensione, grazie mille per averla condivisa! Siamo super felici che tu abbia avuto una bella esperienza e che Andrea sia riuscito a rendere la tua gita ancora più speciale. 💙 È sempre un piacere poter offrire il miglior servizio possibile, e siamo contenti che il cambio orario abbia contribuito a farvi godere al meglio del bel tempo! ☀️
Grazie per la tua raccomandazione, significa tantissimo per noi! Speriamo di rivedervi presto per altre avventure lungo la costa! 🚤💫
Christina_B, May 2025
This was such a fun experience and well worth it ! We got to see beautiful Italy from the water, and enjoy delicious refreshments and wine. It was a beautiful day as well. Everyone was so nice.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re truly happy to hear that you had such a fun and memorable experience with us — exploring the beautiful coastline from the water, enjoying great refreshments, and making the most of a perfect day.
It was a real pleasure to have you on board, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another unforgettable adventure! 😊💙🫶🐠🔝
George_B, Oct 2024
A fun way to spend an afternoon. The water in this area was crystal clear. Our boat only had 8 people on it. Lots of room. Some of the other companies boats were packed with people. The driver was very informative and pleasant. The boats and equipment was all in top shape. I highly recommend this tour and company.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re so glad to hear you had a fun and relaxing afternoon with us. The crystal-clear waters in this area are truly a sight to behold! We’re happy that our boat size gave you plenty of space to enjoy the experience without feeling crowded.
It’s also great to hear that you found our captain informative and pleasant, and that you were pleased with the condition of the boat and equipment. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic tour soon!
Mimmo_l, Sep 2024
Excellent crew and service, our Captain was very helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend the trip.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that you had a great time and that our captain’s knowledge and helpfulness made your experience even better.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing trip!
Joseph_L, Sep 2024
Very Fun trip, tour guide was excellent, friendly, and funny. Snorkeling experience was amazing. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your great review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that you had a fun trip and enjoyed the snorkeling experience. It’s wonderful that your guide made the day even more enjoyable with his friendliness and sense of humor! 😄
We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another fantastic adventure! 🐠
Louise_B, Sep 2024
Highly recommend this trip, really well organised and amazing staff, a great way to see the beautiful coastline.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and that you found the trip well-organized with amazing staff. It’s always wonderful to know that you enjoyed exploring the beautiful coastline with us!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another fantastic adventure soon!
Rob_R, Aug 2024
From start to finish, this was a wonderful experience. We were a party of ten - eight people from the US visiting Tropea for the first time with our two cousins from Cosenza. We all had a great time. The tour was easy to book and confirm, the tour company was very responsive to any questions we had, and the directions provided for departure location and times were clear. Most important, the actual tour was amazing. Our captain/guide, Gabrielle, was knowledgeable and friendly. He covered all the sights in both English and Italian. The views were spectacular and the swimming (four different spots including a small cave!) was special. We all highly recommend this tour and company!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience with us! 😊 We're so happy to hear that your first visit to Tropea was a memorable one and that everything, from booking to the tour itself, exceeded your expectations. Gabrielle will be thrilled to hear your kind words—he really enjoys making the tour as enjoyable and informative as possible for all guests.
It sounds like you had a fantastic time exploring the beautiful coast and swimming in those stunning spots, including the cave! Thank you for recommending us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future!
Anna_C, Aug 2024
Our guide, Gabriele was great providing information and little stories along the way. We stopped 4 times on our cruise for a swim, to visit a reef, to swim into a underwater cave and see the famous Capo Vaticano. We also had a glass of wine and nibbles. The small group was great and a lot of fun.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that Gabriele made your experience even more special with his stories and insights. It sounds like you had an amazing time swimming, exploring the reef, and discovering the underwater cave, not to mention visiting the iconic Capo Vaticano!
The small group atmosphere definitely makes the experience more enjoyable, and we're so glad you had fun. We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable adventure on the water!
Kate_P, Aug 2024
The trip took the group to the southern area of Tropea and surrounds. 4 generous swimming stops and explanations of the areas from the guide Andrea (I hope that’s how you spell it!). He was a great guide and generously provided explanations in both English and Italian. He also dove at a swimming spot and fished some fresh sea urchin to taste and the final stop we anchored to have aperitivo on the water. Recommend this tour.
The tour did advise there was some water/soft drinks available - but these weren’t made available until the end of the trip when we had our apperitivo - so make sure to pack water/drinks for the boat ride which is approx 3 hours. The aperitivo was made of dried savoury items and some white wine and non alcoholic beverages. I was expecting some cheese or meats - but it was still good - just a heads up for if you’re expecting something different.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
dear Kate
thank you for your beautiful review
I would like to make a small point regarding the appetizer.
on the website it's clearly described that the aperitif is a light appetizer. It does not say that the aperitif is with cheese and meat.
we look forward to seeing you on board for new adventures 😊🐠💙🛥️🤿
Jan_V, Aug 2024
Nice new boat for 10-12 people, with a chill captain who speaks EN/ITA. 4 stops on beaches and snorkeling places. Little jumping from the boat, cool swimming and underwater so many fishs. The trip was for 3 hours and ended up with small refreshments and wine. Nice afternoon.
Connie_M, Jul 2024
Tour was amazing.. beautiful views, great snorkeling, eating fresh sea urchin and swimming in prestine water. Our captain Federico was so knowledgeable and loves his job and gets very involved with your journey. Apperitvo time had great drinks and Italian classic snacks!! Very organized and enjoyable tour. Kids and adults all had a great time. I recommend the 2h30 pm time. I
Cynthia_A, Jul 2024
Our family of eleven cousins had the boat to ourselves, which was incredible! We were excited to experience the Coast of the Gods and the beautiful, clear water and they did not disappoint! Many in our group were first time snorkelers and they loved it! We saw plenty of fish, sea urchins and beautiful red starfish. Our captain, Gabriele, was friendly and professional, especially so when one of our cousins felt unwell during our trip. He and Valentina, from the office, were incredibly kind and their assistance to our family was greatly appreciated. Thank you!!
skdhal, Jul 2024
It was a nice boat ride although there were some waves and we were unable to swim through the little channel that I was looking forward to. The water was surprisingly colder than I expected. Unfortunately the ride had to be cut short as one of the passengers got sea sick on the way back. Gabriel was very nice and knowledgeable about the area.
Gian_S, Jun 2024
The tour was exactly what we expected and even better Gabriele was informative, gracious, and very professional ! I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
we are really glad that everything was as per your expected.
Perry_T, Oct 2023
Absolutely beautiful boat cruise around the Capo Vaticano area! We stopped 3 different times to snorkel. It was all incredible, and the guide was exceptional. I highly recommend doing it when in the Tropea area.👍🏼👍🏼
Myriam_D, Sep 2023
We went at 2h15. dominico was our skipper. He’s Really nice, know a lot of things. Lots of time to swim and enjoy the day. The happy hour with the apetizer and drinks was just perfect
iangeorge555, Aug 2023
Very relaxed trip. Stopped lots of time to swim which was great!! Our host Gabrielle was lovely. We had some lovely snacks and wine too!!! Would definitely recommend.
Davide_C, Aug 2023
A fantastic experience. Highly recommended! The captain Gabrielle was a fantastic guide with great knowledge of the history of Calabria and Tropea. This excursion is a must for anyone who visits Tropea!
Nathalie_N, Jul 2023
What a fantastic way to see the shore of Tropea. Thanks to our fabulous skipper Andrea. We stopped at different place and had a chance to swim and see the seabed.
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