La Spezia: Cinque Terre Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Brunch

Five villages, one morning on the water, snorkeling between them

You board at Levanto and cruise past all five Cinque Terre villages with two or three snorkeling stops in protected bays. Snorkeling gear, a full brunch with local wine and artisanal cheese, and a captain who knows the coast are all included. The morning tour gets you back by early afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Riomaggiorepassing by
2. Cinque Terre National Park1h

Boat tour and snorkeling in Cinque Terre

• Embark in Levanto at Pietra
• Pass Monterosso village
• Admire Cinque Terre villages from sea
• Stop for swimming and snorkeling
• Pass Corniglia village
• View five villages from sea
• Pass Riomaggiore village
• Enjoy aperitif with local products

The experience

The boat leaves from Levanto, right under Villa Agnelli at the Pietra, and heads straight toward Monterosso. You're on the water within minutes (no long drive, no waiting around), and the five villages start appearing one after another as you move along the coast. Monterosso, Vernazzo, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. From the boat, they look completely different than they do from the hiking trails or the train. The stone buildings sit right at the waterline, and you can see why people built here in the first place. Captain Marco knows this stretch of Ligurian coast the way someone knows their own neighborhood, and he talks about it as you go.

The snorkeling happens in the bays and coves between villages, not a rushed ten minutes, but real time in the water where the rocks drop away and the light changes. The equipment is provided, and the stops are planned around the Marine Park boundaries. Between swims, you're back on the boat with an aperitivo: salami and cheese from Cooperativa Casearia Val di Vara (the first dairy in the region to get EMAS certification), focaccia, local Vermentino wine from Levanto, prosecco, and a few other things. It's not a snack. It's a proper spread, and it arrives when you're hungry and salt-dried from the water. The pastries come from Pasticceria Bianchi in town, still warm. Coffee and cappuccino are there too if you want them.

What makes this different from other Cinque Terre boat tours is that it's small and it's run by someone who actually lives here. Rosa Dei Venti isn't a big operator running ten boats a day. The group stays manageable, and the whole thing moves at a pace that lets you see the villages, swim, eat, and not feel rushed. You're back in Levanto by early afternoon, which means you can still do something else with the rest of your day if you want. If you're staying in La Spezia or anywhere nearby, the drive to Levanto is short: maybe twenty minutes depending on where you're based.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup is not mentioned, so plan your own transport to Levanto.
• The tour includes snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and noodles.
• Brunch consists of an Italian aperitivo with organic salami and cheese from Cooperativa Casearia Val di Vara, focaccia, savory pies, and Levanto specialties.
• Beverages include espresso, cappuccino, freshly baked pastries from Pasticceria Bianchi, local Vermentino wine, prosecco, beer, myrtle liqueur, soft drinks, juice, and iced tea.
• Water from the eco-sustainable Ecozema project is also provided.
• Swimming and snorkeling stops happen in bays, coves, and Marine Park areas between the five villages.

Options for this experience

2 options

2026 11:00Guide in English, French or Italian · Available from 17 Oct 2027Tour 2026 at 11:00

2026 9:00Guide in English, French or Italian · Available from 29 Aug 2027Tour 2026 at 9:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 29 Aug 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (2 to 12 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Rosa dei Venti Boat Tours

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying in or near La Spezia who want to see all five Cinque Terre villages from the water without hiking or taking the train. The morning departure and early return leave your afternoon free, and snorkeling gear plus a full brunch are handled for you.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 12 years); Infant (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Where does the boat depart from?

Levanto, at the Pietra under Villa Agnelli. It's the starting point for the tour.

How many villages do you see?

All five: Monterosso, Vernazzo, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. You pass them from the sea and stop for swimming and snorkeling in between.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling gear, life jackets, and noodles are all provided.

What food and drinks are included?

An Italian aperitivo with organic salami and cheese, focaccia, pastries from a local bakery, espresso, cappuccino, local Vermentino wine, prosecco, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks like juice and iced tea.

Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers?

The tour includes snorkeling stops, but life jackets and snorkeling equipment are provided. Check with the operator if you have concerns about water comfort.