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Costa degli Dei Boat Tour: Swimming, Aperitif & Tropea Views
Costa degli Dei Boat Tour: Swimming, Aperitif & Tropea Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (770)3hYou’ll swim in clear bays along Calabria’s Costa degli Dei, taste fresh bruschetta and local white wine as you dry off in the sun, hear stories from your guide about ancient ports below the waves, and catch those wide-open views of Tropea that only make sense when you’re floating offshore.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfrom€ 41View ›
Tropea to Capo Vaticano: Boat Tour & Snorkeling
Tropea to Capo Vaticano: Boat Tour & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (668)3h 30mYou board a small boat with 6–12 others and spend 3.5 hours moving between hidden coves, caves, and snorkeling spots along the Calabrian coast. The skipper provides gear and takes you to places like Skeleton Cave, Riaci Canyon, and Grotticelle Lagoon, where you swim among fish and coral. Midway through, the boat anchors near Santa Maria dell'Isola for an on-board aperitif with local wine and snacks. You return to Tropea with the time and route confirmed by WhatsApp before you arrive.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Calabrian coast without renting a boat or hiring a private guide — the small group and the skipper's knowledge of where to go and when to stop are what make three hours feel complete.Travelers' pickKids −20%from€ 82View ›
Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Small Group Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Aperitif
Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Small Group Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Aperitif★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (486)3h 30mYou’ll swim through hidden caves along Calabria’s Coast of the Gods, snorkel above ancient Roman ruins near Tropea, and share an easygoing aperitif with local wine as you drift beneath dramatic cliffs. With a small group and expert skipper guiding you to places you’d never find alone, this day trip leaves room for laughter—and maybe even tasting fresh sea urchin if you’re brave.Travelers' pickKids −20%from€ 78View ›
Calabria Rafting: Pollino Canyon 16km & Eco Center
Calabria Rafting: Pollino Canyon 16km & Eco Center★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (453)3hYou spend a full day rafting through Calabria's Lao River canyon, navigating Class III rapids past 300-meter rock walls and spring waterfalls within a UNESCO geosite. The outfitter handles pickup, all safety gear, insurance, and a base camp with amenities — you just need moderate fitness and the willingness to commit to a serious half-day on the water.Is it for me?Right for anyone with moderate fitness who wants a full-day river adventure in a serious canyon without arranging transport or gear — the outfitter handles all the logistics so you just show up ready to paddle.Travelers' pickfrom€ 89View ›
Calabria: Lao River Rafting Canyon UNESCO Gorges
Calabria: Lao River Rafting Canyon UNESCO Gorges★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (354)3hYou paddle through the Lao River's UNESCO-protected canyon, the largest in Europe, with a qualified guide steering your raft and all safety gear provided. The twenty-minute briefing prepares you for the descent, and showers plus local food wait at the end. Plan for a full day out from base to base, with the shuttle handling transport both ways.Is it for me?Right for anyone curious about paddling through one of Europe's largest canyons without needing prior rafting experience — the guide handles the route, and the twenty-minute briefing covers what you need to know. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns that would make paddling risky.Free cancellationfrom€ 84View ›
Parasailing Tropea: Fly over crystal waters in a small group
Parasailing Tropea: Fly over crystal waters in a small group★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (345)15mYou fly tandem parasailing over Tropea's coast from a boat with a hydraulic winch system, taking off and landing directly on deck. Gear, safety equipment and small-group timing are all handled. Plan for a morning or afternoon activity — the flight itself is brief, but the boat excursion and setup take a few hours total. Public transport reaches the departure point.Is it for me?Right for landscape lovers and thrill-seekers who want to see Tropea's coastline from the air without technical training. The tandem format and boat-based takeoff mean no swimming or water entry is required, and small groups keep the pace calm and the experience personal.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 140View ›
Costa degli Dei: Dinghy Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Tropea Stop
Costa degli Dei: Dinghy Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Tropea Stop★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (320)3hYou’ll ride a dinghy along Costa degli Dei from Capo Vaticano to Tropea with a local captain, stopping to snorkel in clear bays and swim inside blue-lit caves. Expect laughter, salty air, stories about ancient ports and hermits’ hideouts — plus time to float under Tropea’s famous cliffs before heading back with that sun-warmed feeling.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −19%from€ 50View ›
Rafting in Calabria: Small rapids and peaceful stretches
Rafting in Calabria: Small rapids and peaceful stretches★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (294)1hSoft rafting on a river in Calabria combines small rapids with peaceful stretches of water where you can take in the surrounding vegetation. The excursion lasts about an hour, includes private transportation and all equipment, and welcomes children from age 5. The second half picks up pace with small jumps and livelier rapids that add fun without the intensity of harder courses.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling with children from age 5 and want them paddling alongside you on real water with small rapids, not a tame float—the first half gives everyone room to breathe, and the second half keeps adults engaged without turning the day into a technical challenge.Free cancellationKids −26%from€ 45View ›
Lipari & Stromboli: Fast Boat Day Trip with Guide
Lipari & Stromboli: Fast Boat Day Trip with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (276)12hYou’ll board a fast boat from Lipari with a local guide explaining everything in Italian or German (and sometimes English if you’re lucky). Expect longer stops on both islands, time for wandering or grabbing a snack, plus smooth navigation and wheelchair access. You’ll feel the wind, taste Sicilian granita, and catch views of Stromboli’s volcanic plume — it’s simple but memorable.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfrom€ 65View ›
Tropea: Costa Degli Dei Tour with Aperitif
Tropea: Costa Degli Dei Tour with Aperitif★★★★★★★★★★ 4.58 (276)3hA 3-hour coastal boat tour from Tropea travels 6 miles along the Costa Degli Dei to Capo Vaticano, stopping at the Blue Grotto, Bay of Riaci and Praia i Focu for snorkelling in clear water and swimming at natural pools. The tour includes snorkelling equipment, an aperitif, water and soft drinks; a live guide speaks English and Italian, and children from age 1 are welcome.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to swim and snorkel at sea-accessible coves and the Blue Grotto without bringing your own gear—the boat stops at narrow inlets where a small group can move easily in and out of the water.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefrom€ 35View ›
Calabria: Birds of Prey Interactive Falconry Experience
Calabria: Birds of Prey Interactive Falconry Experience★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (246)3hYou’ll step into Calabria’s wild side with this interactive birds of prey course—meet eagle owls and buzzards up close, slip on a falconer’s glove for your own encounter, and hear stories from local guides as you wander an easy path through their naturalistic center. It’s gentle enough for all ages but still gives you that flutter-in-the-chest feeling you’ll remember.Free cancellationKids −28%from€ 35View ›
Rome: Colosseum & Vatican Museums Private Tour with Chauffeur
Rome: Colosseum & Vatican Museums Private Tour with Chauffeur★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (245)3h–10hYou’ll step into Rome’s history with a private guide who knows every shortcut and story — from gladiator tales at the Colosseum to quiet moments under Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Vatican Museums. Expect espresso breaks, local tips on tossing coins at Trevi Fountain, comfortable rides between stops, and plenty of time for questions or detours along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfrom€ 480View ›
Boat tour Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Five snorkeling stops
Boat tour Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Five snorkeling stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (198)4hA four-hour boat tour from Tropea along the Costa degli Dei with five snorkeling stops at Baia di Riaci, Paradiso del sub, Sant'Irene ancient Roman fishpond, Blue Grotto and Capo Vaticano. The route reaches caves and beaches accessible only by water, and snorkeling equipment is provided. The boat departs and returns from the same point in Tropea.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the caves and coves of the Costa degli Dei without arranging separate transport to each one—the boat reaches places that have no road access, and the stops are timed so you spend the morning in the water instead of traveling between beaches.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 320View ›
Tropea, Capo Vaticano & Santa Domenica: Boat Tour with Aperitif
Tropea, Capo Vaticano & Santa Domenica: Boat Tour with Aperitif★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (189)3hYou’ll start beneath Tropea’s dramatic cliffs before cruising to hidden coves near Capo Vaticano only accessible by boat. Swim or snorkel in clear water among fish and ancient rocks, then relax on deck with a generous Calabrian aperitif and prosecco as you head back toward town. There’s something about this coastline that lingers long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 52View ›
Lipari, Panarea & Stromboli by Night: Island Hopping Cruise
Lipari, Panarea & Stromboli by Night: Island Hopping Cruise★★★★★★★★★★ 4.48 (178)12hYou’ll drift from Tropea to Lipari’s sunlit alleys, taste street snacks under Panarea’s blue windows, then watch Stromboli erupt after dusk—all with local guides and plenty of time ashore. Expect laughter, salt air, and those odd little moments you remember long after you’re home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%from€ 65View ›
Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Small-Group Coast of the Gods Boat Tour
Tropea & Capo Vaticano: Small-Group Coast of the Gods Boat Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (141)3hYou’ll drift along Tropea’s Coast of the Gods with a small group, stopping for swims at Praja di Fuoco and Riaci canyon, exploring sea caves only locals know, and tasting Calabrian snacks with wine on deck. Expect laughter, salty hair, and those quiet moments when you realize you don’t want it to end.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 43View ›
Tropea Boat Tour: Private Coast of the Gods & Snorkeling
Tropea Boat Tour: Private Coast of the Gods & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (126)4hYou’ll drift along Tropea’s Coast of the Gods with your own skipper—swimming in hidden lagoons, exploring caves like Skeleton Cave and Lovers’ Cave, tasting local snacks and wine onboard. Snorkeling gear is included and there’s space for your small dog too. Expect laughter, quiet moments at sea, and views of Santa Maria dell’Isola Monastery that stick with you long after.Travelers' pickTop ratedfrom · per group€ 450View ›
Stromboli by Night from Tropea: Volcano & Lava Flow
Stromboli by Night from Tropea: Volcano & Lava Flow★★★★★★★★★★ 4.44 (108)8hYou board a fast boat in Tropea at mid-afternoon, spend three hours exploring the village and swimming on Stromboli, then return to the boat as dusk falls. The evening crossing circles the volcano while its lava glows in the dark — a 30-minute stop at safe distance from the Sciara del Fuoco. You're back in port by 10:30pm, having skipped the logistics of arranging your own transport and timing.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Tropea for the evening and want to see Stromboli's volcano without arranging a separate boat, timing the island stop yourself, or driving to another port — the fixed departure and return times mean you know exactly when you're back.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%from€ 65View ›
Capo Vaticano & Tropea: Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling
Capo Vaticano & Tropea: Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (104)3hYou’ll float along Calabria’s Costa degli Dei on your own private boat, stopping to swim and snorkel at hidden coves near Capo Vaticano and Tropea. A friendly local skipper sets an easy pace, sharing stories as you snack on deck with music in the background. It’s a few hours of sun, salt air, and freedom — perfect if you want something laid-back but still memorable.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 240View ›
Tropea: Rent Marinello Boat, Swim Caves & Snorkel Bays
Tropea: Rent Marinello Boat, Swim Caves & Snorkel Bays★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (95)4hYou’ll steer your own Marinello boat from Tropea along the Coast of the Gods, finding hidden caves and swimming spots only locals know. Snorkel above ancient ruins or relax on empty golden beaches—no license needed, just bring your sense of adventure (and maybe some snacks). Every stop feels private and unscripted, letting you experience Calabria’s coastline your way.from · per group€ 190View ›
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