Private boat tour in the Tigullio and in the Portofino area
Overview
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We will sail along the coast to discover the beauty of a landscape forged by nature and man's work.
We will navigate slowly and I will show you the most interesting areas, their curiosities and the best spots for a refreshing bath.
We will visit the bay of Portofino with its wonderful views and you can admire the characteristic village from the sea. On request here you can go down for a short walk among the piers or for Shopping.
Then we will pass the tip of the promontory on which stands the lighthouse that delimits the gulf and continue in the marine protected area to the bay of San Fruttuoso. Here we will stop for a swim and to see with masks the Christ of the Abyss (a statue placed on the bottom of the sea), you will admire the magical bay and the abbey of San Fruttuoso from the sea.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Customers who have not reached the legal drinking age in Italy, i.e. 18, will not be served alcoholic beverages.
The tour departs only with excellent sea conditions. In case of rough seas and/or adverse weather forecasts, the tour may be cancelled and will be fully refunded.
Not recommended for those who do not feel comfortable at sea on a small boat.
What To Expect
Santa Margherita Ligure
In the gulf of Santa Margherita to observe the town from the sea with its beautiful colored houses and magnificent hotels with his parks and between green hills
Portofino
Once in Portofino we will enter the bay to see the village from the sea. Upon request it will be possible to go ashore to take a tour of the village.
Options
Tour departing from Portofino
Duration: 4 hours Food and drink: Fresh water, snacks, and an aperitif with Ligurian focaccia and Ligurian wine. White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a changing cabin, shower, stereo or Bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet. Also on board: Snorkeling equipment and float tubes, as well as all the safety equipment required by law Starting point: Molo Umberto I, 10, 16034 Portofino GE, Italy
Autumn/Winter tours
Duration: 3 hours Fresh water and aperitif Portofino e San Fruttuoso : Along the entire coast with entrance into the bay of Portofino and the bay of San Fruttuoso White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a fresh water shower, stereo or bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet Excellent weather forecast : The tour in winter and cold periods will be confirmed only with beautiful sunny days
Starting point Santa Margherita Ligure
Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour private tour including guide and fuel consumption Food and Drink: Fresh water, snacks and aperitif with Ligurian focaccia and Ligurian wine. White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a changing cabin, shower, stereo or Bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet. Also on board: Snorkeling equipment and floating noodles plus all safety equipment required by law. Starting point: Molo Maloncello, 16038, 16038 Santa Margherita Ligure GE, Italy
Tour starting from Rapallo
Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour private tour includes guide and fuel consumption Food and Drink: Fresh water, snacks and an aperitif with Ligurian focaccia and Ligurian wine. White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a changing cabin, shower, stereo or Bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet. Also on board: Snorkeling equipment and float tubes, plus all safety equipment required by law Starting point: Molo Duca degli Abruzzi, 16035 Rapallo GE, Italy
Full day tour and relax
Swimming relaxing & sunbathing Duration: 7 hours: This all-inclusive full-day guided tour is customizable and includes fuel consumption. Aperitif, fresh water, wine: Include fresh water, snacks and an aperitif with Ligurian focaccia and Ligurian wine. White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a changing cabin, shower, stereo or Bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet. Also on board: Snorkeling equipment and floating noodles plus all the safety features required by law
Tour 3h
Duration: 3 hours: 3-hour private tour including guide and fuel consumption Fresh water and aperitif: Fresh water, snacks and an aperitif with Ligurian focaccia and Ligurian wine. Rapallo Santa Margherita Portofino e San Fruttuoso : Along the coast with entry in the bay of Portofino and the bay of San Fruttuoso without disembarkation or stopping on land White gozzo Truca 7mt: The boat is equipped with a changing cabin, shower, stereo or Bluetooth speaker, refrigerator and a small toilet. Also on board: Snorkeling equipment and float tubes, plus all safety equipment required by law
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Shower
Snacks
Towels
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Changing cabin
Fuel surcharge
WC
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best boat tour in Liguria!
Z4645NRerikal,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our second time with Emanuele! We absolutely loved our first boat tour with him so we knew this was a must do on our trip back to Santa Margherita. He gave us the most delicious focaccia, beer, and wine while also telling us some very interesting history about the area. His tour was very personalized to what we wanted to see and he gave us snorkel and swim gear too. This remains to be a highlight of our trip!
Gorgeous day on the Riviera- thanks Emanuele!
Toral P,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful day on the water with Emanuele! Our family of four enjoyed a visit to Portofino and a swim in the bay of San Fruttuoso. Emanuele told us a lot about the area and was so nice and easy to talk to. His boat is very comfortable, with a shaded area in the back and an open lounging area in the front. He provided us with wine, beer, water , delicious focaccia and pizza. He also has snorkeling equipment for anyone who is interested. Before the tour, he messaged me with the exact details of our meeting point (a short walk from our hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure) and was very responsive to my follow up questions. We did a 4 hour tour in the afternoon and it was perfect- I was tempted to book a repeat tour the next day. Highly recommend!!!
Pleasant day
vivi m c s46,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was beautiful, the boat is very comfortable and Emanuel is kind and helpful. I recommend.
Excellent! Highly recommend!
Sydney V,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience! My husband and I booked this trip many months ago. The weather was not looking very good leading up to the day we had organized. Emmanuel reached out to us a week in advance, as he noted the weather was not ideal for boating condition, and asked if we were flexible to changing our date. Thankfully, we were, and he was absolutely correct to change the date. He had excellent communication, anytime that we would reach out prior to our departure. When we arrived he was promptly waiting for us at our departure time. He was extremely knowledgeable regarding all things, Portofino and the surrounding locations. He had excellent hospitality and was incredibly kind. Such a surreal experience. Couldn't have asked for anything more.
Great time exploring the coast between Rapallo and the Abby in San Frutuoso
Trina Z,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful, patient, informative tour with a lovely local guide with options to snorkel, or walk in Portofino or Santa Margherita.
Amazing tour!
Marina H,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing experience! Emmanuel was a lovely host, very knowledgeable about the area and gave a great tour at a great pace. Highly recommend!!
Our guide Emanuele is...
Mandy J,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Emanuele is extremely considerate and informative. The tour was great even in the rather chilly weather of early October. The food recommendations from Emanuele is amazing, one of the best focaccia and seafood restaurant I had in the whole Italian trip (so good that we went to the same seafood restaurant two days in a row). Highly recommended!
Best part of our trip to Santa Margherita Ligure
austinwR275BV,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emanuel was great. He was super knowledgeable about the area and had incredible wine and snacks on board for us. I did this solo with my wife for our honeymoon and I would absolutely recommend it for anyone visiting the area
5 Stars! Awesome Experience!
Culture58247944712,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I were very pleased with this experience and would highly recommend it for anyone wanting to see the coast from a different perspective. The captain is very knowledgeable of the area and very accommodating to site seeing requests.
A fantastic experience!
Hannah2407,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a three hour boat tour with Emanuele and it was a highlight of our trip! I discovered him through Tripadvisor and I am so glad we did. We were able to book with just a few days notice and everything was so great. He was very informative and helpful, and showed us some hidden gems. Emanuele was also so helpful and picked us up on the port right by our hotel. I would highly recommend the experience!
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