Boat tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with aperitif

Overview

Available languages

German

Portuguese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Choose the boat tour of the caves of Polignano a Mare and be surprised by the jagged cliffs overlooking the sea!

During the experience you will visit all the caves of Polignano, the famous Palazzese cave, the swallow cave, along the coast until you reach Cala Port'alga and the Lovers cave a little further on, passing through the hermit rock.

Our Tour includes an aperitif offered on board and there is the possibility to stop for a dip where the sea is bluer!

It starts from the Port of San Vito, a hamlet of Polignano a Mare, 10 minutes by car from the center of Polignano, but you can buy a separate transfer service.

During the excursion there is a bathing stop in one of the most suggestive places of the Polygnane coast.

With Pugliamare you can enjoy a tasty aperitif based on taralli and prosecco offered by the cabin crew.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers suffering from seasickness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Panoramic Bathroom Stop

Taralli and a glass of prosecco

Professional Skipper

Fuel surcharge

Gratuities

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Use of SCUBA equipment

Private transportation

What To Expect

Abbazia di San Vito

The small port of San Vito is used as a dock for local fishermen's boats. From the sea you can see the Abbey of the same name overlooking the marina, dating back to the eighteenth century and currently a private residence. On the left we can see the control tower and the fishponds, built to store live fish during the winter months.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Cala Paura

The first recess we find along the coast is a cove, not a cave: Cala Paura. In reality, its original name is Cala Paguro. It is thought that, from the pronunciation of the dialect term "Pagour" (hermit crab), it came to be called Cala Paura due to assonance. In this cove there is the famous writing "Torno Subito" with wrought iron letters set in the rock. It seems that they are the work of an Iranian sculptor visiting Polignano but it is not known who the artist was referring to. Maybe right in our country.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Shared tour with pick-up

Taralli and Prosecco

Shared tour NO pick up

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Prosecco and Taralli

Reviews

4.47

596 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

442

Great trip - funny...
Bryan P,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great trip - funny captain with good explanations - must do to see the caves/coast while in the area!
Nice boat ride
Armando A,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beautiful ride to see the city from another perspective. Entrance to the caves was cool. Our captain was very friendly and as a bonus we saw several dolphins!
Comedy and Caves
Broughton A,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is an absolute must - Domenico our skipper was a comedian of note and made the experience such a laugh
stunning
audreywY3758KB,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Stunning natural wonder perched above crystal‑clear turquoise water. The limestone arches frame breathtaking views, especially at sunrise when the light turns the cliffs golden. Easy access via a short walk from the historic center, with clear signage and a safe viewing platform. A quick boat tour lets you glide beneath the arches for an unforgettable perspective. Perfect stop for photography lovers and anyone seeking a dramatic coastal experience. Highly recommended!
Great experience and...
Katy T,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Great experience and accommodating due to poor weather. It was a nice addition to our day and a fun trip.
Perfect vibes
Haily C,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
An amazing boat trip, it was definitely a highlight for me and my partner. The music and vibes were perfect for the experience
Nice experience
Lucie B,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Really nice ride with a friendly captain, he gives us plenty of information. We were lucky there was a beautiful sun and it was not cold on the sea
Excellent experience
B6707NTanac,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good excursion! Dream images! Vicenzo was very friendly! Taking a dip near the Grotta Piana was amazing! It is worth performing!
Nice quick cave tour
Mark S,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was nice and quick - 90 minutes total which suited us perfectly. Would be nice to have a non alcoholic option for the aperitif part of the cruise (even water)
Great experience, must if you are there.
811hannekep,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you're there, be sure to do the boat ride along the caves. There is not much more to do there. Not eating/drinking at the restaurant next to the boats (terribly unkind and angry staff, toilets almost impossible to use), but across the street. And.. take advantage of the moment you stop at sea and take a wonderful dip in the sea, recommended!) Too bad the skipper forgot to hand out the drink.