Snorkelling-Tour in Porto Cesareo with typical aperitif
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Snorkeling, aperi-lunch or dinner in the sea of the Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area... But also snorkelling tours for exclusive use on a catamaran for birthday parties, graduations, stag and hen parties, ceremonies and anniversaries of various kinds, sports internships, tours for schools, organized and foreign groups, charity events. Disabled access. Pets welcome. Customizable according to your needs.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Area Marina Protetta Porto Cesareo
The catamaran mini-cruise starts from the Slipway of Porto Cesareo, from which the boat of A Mare Salento sets sail: the first island of the boat tour stands out for its thick vegetation of pines and acacias and is called Isola Grande, better known as Isola dei Conigli, as in the past it was home to hundreds of wild rabbits and is now in the phase of wildlife restocking. Once circumnavigated, we proceed northwards, going up the Gulf of Taranto, along the beautiful Ionian coast, rich in natural inlets drawn by the sea over the centuries and white beaches from which wonderful golden dunes stand out. Once you have passed the Island at heart, get ready for your first swim stop!
Torre Chianca
The Torre della Chianca, in front of which a small island emerges, dates back to 1570 and is lapped by a natural inlet, formerly a Roman port. On the sandy bottom at a depth of about 4.5 meters, you can see some imposing columns lost by a Roman ship sunk during a wrong docking maneuver. Here we will make the first swim stop where it will be possible to snorkel and observe the cipollino marble columns more closely. Then we will skirt the Isola della Malva, located in front of the Torre della Chianca, near the Bacino Grande (artificial basin used for the reproduction of mullets and sea bass).
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Snorkelling-Tour in Porto Cesareo with typical aperitif
What‘s Included
Snorkeling (equipment included)
Aperilunch or aperitif on board with drinks included
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
456 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Swimming in an aquarium🐠🐟🐳🐋🐬🐡🦀🦐🦞
832chiaram,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful experience, the main areas of interest are illustrated on board with stops for swimming and snorkeling that are truly spectacular! During one of these, it felt like swimming immersed in an aquarium! (If you do not have the equipment, it will be provided directly on board) The cherry on top is the final aperitif, really rich with local typical products. Suitable for children as well.
Spectacular
N6976XO,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.003-hour catamaran tour with a very special aperitif. I want to thank Pinuccio from the heart for his great kindness and for the valuable advice on freediving, which made it even more interesting. I recommend this experience to everyone, it is absolutely to be repeated!
Impeccable
281silvinat,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent excursion. Nice ride. Good explanation of the places travelled. Good snack on board. Excellent music. And the captain very kind. All perfect. Thanks for the experience
Interesting and relaxing
365jennyo,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended, a relaxing and interesting trip, three hours and a little more in the wonderful waters of Puglia, welcoming and very kind staff, if I could I would do it again!!
Disappointing!
Maps308127,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Caves to visit: none!! These are shorestones inlaid by waves. All there is to see are the 4 columns and the madam. We had the impression that we would see more. The food at the end of the journey, frying with sweet biscuits, undrinkable wine and soft drinks... disappointing! The reality does not reflect the information on the site. Do you like snorkling and want to explore more than just the shoreline? Register elsewhere!!
Super morning with Pinuccio and Mirco
I8931AIalbertog,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This morning we went on the hike. Great experience, we had 3 baths in wonderful places and the staff was courteous and nice. Aperitif on board excellent Super recommended!😍
Immersion in untouched nature with a tour full of surprises and the wonderful Salento Welcoming
Monica B,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful catamaran ride. Coast magnificent view from the sea with the guide of Pinuccio to know all the secrets. Wonderful bathrooms in places full of history, unspoilt nature and crystal clear waters. And finally an aperitif at sunset over the sea with mouth-watering local products. Highly recommended for everyone!!!
Dive into the Blue
natasciaf,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful both for the places and courtesy of the captain and Mirko! the catamaran is very comfortable and also suitable for those and the first boat excursion! Experience not to be missed and aperitif top!
“Dream jump: snorkeling, crystal clear sea and smiles on board”
Storyteller646632,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent 3 unforgettable hours on board the catamaran of A Mare Salento, guided by the friendly captain Pinu and his valid helper Marco. The boat is spacious and stable, perfect for relaxing or snorkeling with breathtaking views of the most beautiful islands of Salento: the Isola dei Conigli, the Isola a Cuore, the Torre della Chianca, Torre Lapillo and the exciting submerged statue of the Madonna dei Naviganti. Each stage was accompanied by fascinating explanations, laughter and suggestions, thanks to the professionalism and friendliness of the staff. The stops for swimming and snorkeling were impeccable: sanitized equipment and guaranteed safety. A delicious aperitif was waiting for us on board, with local products, native wine and well-kept presentation. The perfect balance between nature, culture, good food and human warmth made us feel pampered. Ultimately, an experience that deserves to be repeated immediately, recommended to anyone who wants a dip in history, postcard landscapes and smiles
Fantastic experience
331linom,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It 'was a 'beautiful experience and then the captain pinuccio and his collaborator pinuccio really are two wonderful people who despite doing this work for a long time and every day you see that they do it with love and passion .... the ride on the catamaran and 'very nice, they explain all the places that you visit and also give you enough time to make stops to swim and snorkel, then before returning set up a real dining room with lots of table and what to eat and drink typical of the place and I must say that it was all very good and fresh, then on the way back also thanks to the excellent wine we all let go with jokes and laughter which created a really pleasant and friendly atmosphere with all the participants of the trip.... congratulations really to this group absolutely recommend it to everyone.
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