Mini-cruise tour to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

Mini-cruise to visit the caves on the two sides of Santa Maria di Leuca. Each trip lasts about two and a half hours and includes a swim break and a small refreshment to taste the typical “Salento frisa”.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Faro di Leuca - Located a few steps from the square of the Basilica Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, the Faro di Leuca overlooks the small town. Second in Italy for its height, it is the reference point for sailors who sail the waters of the Mediterranean and approach the Salento coasts.
  • Grotte Marine Di Leuca - You can admire the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca.
    The duration of the mini-cruises is two and a half hours with a swim break on both sides of our coast
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Use of armrests and life jackets
  • Carbonated beverages
What's Not Included
  • Tea and coffee
Location
Alexander Leuca Imbarco
Via Enea
The embarkation of the Alexander motor ship is located inside the Porto Vecchio (Porto Peschereccio).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Extraordinary411823
Sep 7, 2024
A wonderful adventure - We had a wonderful experience thanks to the fact that they helped my blind husband to enjoy the day to the fullest, even in the activity, of a healthy swim at the sea. Personally I thank all the staff, for the friendliness and professionalism and for the humanity, shown us
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Francescosg5072xs
Sep 1, 2024
Wonderful. - Fabrizio took us around the sea under the coast making us have fun while explaining in detail what we saw. He was really hospitable and precise in his way of guiding us to the wonders of Salento. We took a cruise of 1.30 Min. but spectacular thanks to our captain and his fun knowledge.... BRAVO!!! THANK YOU Francesco and Roberta PADUA
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Francoa962
Aug 29, 2024
Nice. - The visit is interesting and you can admire various natural caves. Also interesting is the meeting of the two seas, the Ionian and the Adriatic.
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701biancamariab
Aug 17, 2024
Super hike! - The boat trip was very pleasant, especially thanks to the skill and availability of Fabrizio, who with sympathy and competence, made us taste the beauty of the two coasts! Highly recommended!
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Veronicasa7563fb
Aug 14, 2024
Excellent experience - Beautiful tour, Fabrizio the skipper made us swim in the caves, without time limit. He explained the history of the place very well. Highly recommended!!!!!
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Simonao121
Aug 12, 2024
Absolute fun in a spectacular landscape - My family and I are on holiday in Puglia and today we were ready to visit Santa Maria di Leuca. As soon as we arrived we were approached by a very kind lady who proposed a ferry trip to discover the various caves in the area with aperitif and bathroom stop. We were overwhelmed by the enthusiasm of the lady and booked this wonderful experience. We park in the free and reserved parking included in the package and start boarding... All aboard! Here we go!! Wonderful landscape and expertly described by the crew on board that for each cave told an anecdote about why it was given that particular name. It's time to stop for a swim...down the anchor, doors open and off to the fun!!! half an hour of diving and swimming in a crystal clear sea, despite the depth you could count the rocks at the bottom looked like a pool. It is now ready for the return accompanied by music, an aperitif among the bubbles (prosecco for the older ones, coca cola for the younger ones) and frisa seasoned with cherry tomatoes, delicious. The staff is very kind, and very well organized. An experience that convinced everyone, both us and our 4-year-old, that he would gladly continue to dive. If you go to Santa Maria di Leuca do not miss this show!!
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Roccapipirozzi
Aug 5, 2024
Stunning tour - Excellent cruise that allowed us to visit beautiful caves in beautiful waters both on the Tyrrhenian and Ionian side. Excellent Guide named Fabrizio who piloted the boat very well and with his stories made us spend wonderful hours away from everyday stress. For those coming to Santa Maria di Leuca, this tour is not to be missed.
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Enricopb7518yh
Jul 24, 2024
Very recommended - Worth visiting the caves with Alexander knowledgeable and kind staff explaining what you see is the history of the caves
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Fabiopo9195fu
Jul 23, 2024
Entusiasmante - Fabulous!!!!! was a fantastic little cruise a crew and a special thanks goes to Fabrizio top!!!
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G8377mhmagdalenab
Aug 21, 2024
Magnificent places but disappointed - It is the second time I do the same excursion with them, that is the 14 hours caves , 7 on the Adriatic and 7 on the Ionian side. The first in 2021 was very nice, the very nice skipper made the experience fantastic which led me to rebook it again this year always with them hoping to relive the same magic but unfortunately I can not say the same. The places are magnificent and there is no question about it, but the excursion itself was not a great personal cause on board that despite the promised 3 hours of excursion made us swim for only 10 minutes on the side, interrupting the same with a return to the port (and therefore losing several minutes) to change guests. I found them much more disorganized. I was also denied several times to swim into the caves (which obviously did not happen in 2021) because (I report the exact words of the skipper) “I do not know if he can hold your breath”. I was very sorry and disappointed
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