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Ponza Island 5 hr Boat Excursion with Swimming Stops and Lunch
4.9
69 Ratings
Provincia di Latina
Explore Ponza Island on a 5-hour boat tour with swim stops and lunch. Discover hidden gems with an English and Italian speaking guide.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ponza Island - The tour will circumnavigate Ponza Island by boat, making five stops for swimming and snorkeling (snorkeling gear not provided). Lunch will be served on board.
- Grotte di Pilato - Named after Pontius Pilate, these grottoes are an exciting first stop on the itinerary.
- Chiaia Di Luna - This smooth, moon-colored cliff is a favorite stop in Ponza. The tour leader will share the romantic legend behind its name. If sea conditions permit, there may be a swim stop here.
- Punta Di Capo Bianco - This unique bright white rock formation is made from compressed volcanic ash. A long grotto runs through the cliff, and at noon, the sun creates spectacular blue reflections in the water, illuminating the grotto. Adventurous guests can swim through the grotto end to end if sea conditions allow, guided by the tour leader.
- Piscine Naturali - Known as the “Natural Pools,” this popular swimming area is carved into the rocks by nature, creating perfect swimming pools.
- Cala Feola - Cala Feola is Ponza’s second port for smaller boats and is the main area of a quieter side of the island.
- Cala dell’Acqua - Although Ponza no longer has its own water source, remnants can be seen in this cove, named “of the water” for this reason. Tiny waterfalls trickle down the cliffside from what remains of Ponza’s natural spring. The ruins of an ancient Roman aqueduct that once carried water throughout the island are also visible.
- Cala Fonte - Another beautiful little cove, most easily reached by boat.
- Cala Cecata - This cove is rich in history. The tour will float over the spot where an American landing ship tank sank during a WWII storm, now a popular diving site. Guests can also see the remnants of a mine that once provided jobs to the Ponzan people. The mine’s closure marked a shift in the island’s economy towards fishing and tourism.
- Cala Felci - Nearing the northernmost tip of Ponza, the colorful “Felci Cove” features cliffs colored bright yellow by sulfur, contrasting with the sparkling emerald sea. This common swimming spot is likely where the tour will drop anchor to explore.
- Arco Naturale - As a volcanic island, Ponza’s soft rock is constantly shaped by the sea. The “Natural Arch” is a giant sea stack hollowed out in the center, forming an enormous rock arch large enough for a boat to pass under.
- Spiaggia Di Frontone - The final stop before returning to port is the Beach of “Frontone,” the island’s most popular beach, often crowded with Italian sunbathers even at the end of the day.
What's Included
- 5 hour Sightseeing cruise
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Tour escort/host
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Snorkel gear (you must bring your own, optional)
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Additional Information
Join us on the beautiful island of Ponza for an exciting day of exploring this paradise by boat. This 5-hour excursion includes 4-5 swim stops, lunch, and a bilingual trip leader who speaks both English and Italian.
Need round-trip ferry tickets to Ponza? Opt for the package with ferry tickets and meet us at the port of Anzio to begin your adventure.
Require round-trip transportation from central Rome? Select the package with Rome transport and join us for a morning transfer at 7:00 AM in an air-conditioned coach. The meeting point is near Piramide station (metro line B).
Enhance any package by adding a snorkel set, which you can keep!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to swim if you wish to participate in swimming/snorkeling stops
- If you wish to snorkel you must provide your own snorkel gear (option)
- Be sure to bring a towel and suncreen
- Exact itinerary and departure may vary according to sea and weather conditions. If we do not contact you, please consider your trip confirmed.
Location
Pro Loco di Ponza
Via Molo Musco
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(69 Ratings)
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Louisa_m
Aug 21, 2024
Great experience but book one with Mara - she's the gest. - Viator gave us regular updates on changes to our trip and what to bring and where to meet. Can not rate Mara, our guide, highly enough. She made the experience for us. If I book this trip again, I will request one that has Mara as our guide. She definitely made the experience so enjoyable.
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Pamela_p
Aug 21, 2024
Beautiful Ponza Day - The stops and guides were amazing! The places to swim were beautiful!! However, please note the 5hrs timed does NOT include the ferry ride to the island which is approx 2hrs long.
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Marieogfrans
Aug 16, 2024
Great! - Was here many years ago, but remember it still; because it was a totally amazing experience!! Everyone in the area should simply experience this.
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Geary_m
Aug 15, 2024
Once in a life time experience - Amazing trip and an awesome experience. My wife, son and I will never forget this experience. Our guide, Mara was exceptional… she even helped my wife enjoy the water. Top notch guide.
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65sik
Aug 10, 2024
Beautiful trip - Wonderful trip with escort (Mara) very nice! Even not having done for personal reasons the baths I enjoyed it so much!
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Emanueleld6614fl
Aug 8, 2024
Boat day in Palmarola - Fantastic experience in Palmarola. The ride was perfect, the captain and staff super helpful, lunch with hot pasta on board, sea and beautiful places. Bring sunscreen and hat because there is still no guarantee of a space in the shade on the boat. First come first served.
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Tdwentzellw
Aug 6, 2024
A must do for anyone visiting Rome. - Views were amazing, tour guide was excellent. Swimming into caves and through caves is really a must do. Food... Well it is good, pretty basic and bland, but certainly lack lustre. With all the exhilaration of the sights and swims, you really don't consider the food. Otherwise an excellent tour.
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Kt_c101
Aug 5, 2024
Great trip, beautiful island! - The trip was a welcome escape from the heat of Rome! Swimming and snorkeling were great, boat ride was beautiful. Boat was very full, but captain and crew did a great job. For Americans, be prepared for smoking on board - that caught us off guard. We took the train from Rome and grabbed breakfast and dinner in Anzio on way to/from ferry. Highly recommend this trip especially if you are traveling with teens.
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Nicola_b
Aug 21, 2024
Ponza 5hr trip - The boat excursion was good but it is not a 5 hr boat trip it is an all day trip when you include traveling in. The staff were lovely and helpful but lunch was pasta which was not the best I have had.
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263donnya
Aug 16, 2024
Good experience but not for everyone - It was a good trip, with amazing views. Though, I can see how this would be a bit much for someone. The travel to get to Ponza is a lot. The travel back is a lot. If it’s hot it’s very challenging to find refuge. Bring lots of water they will have some for you but not enough. Calling a cab from the meeting spot is a challenge so we walked for 20 minutes then called a cab. For us it was a nice break from Rome but we felt bad for older people and were exhausted when we got back to our place at 10:30pm after a 5:00am wake up.
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