Conero Riviera boat tour: Snorkeling and aperitif in Porto

Swim at the beaches only a boat can reach, then relax with wine and stories of the coast.

A boat tour along the Conero Riviera departing from Porto takes you past ten named beaches and coves—Spiaggia del Frate, Spiaggia Urbani, San Michele, Sassi Neri, Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle, Spiaggia dei Gabbiani, la Vela, Portonovo, Spiaggia di Mezzavalle and il Trave—with stops to swim and snorkel. The skipper chooses the best points to dive based on conditions and recommends which beaches suit the day, shares local history and culture, and serves a small aperitif with snacks and local sparkling wine on board. The tour runs three hours; a live guide speaks English or Italian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour along Conero Riviera

• Set sail from Ancona
• Admire Spiaggia del Frate
• View Spiaggia Urbani and San Michele
• See Sassi Neri and Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle
• Pass Spiaggia dei Gabbiani and la Vela
• Explore Portonovo and Spiaggia di Mezzavalle
• Visit il Trave beach
• Stop for swimming and sunbathing
• Enjoy onboard aperitif
• Learn local anecdotes and history

The Experience

The boat leaves Porto and follows the Conero coastline, stopping at beaches you cannot reach by foot. The skipper knows which coves offer the calmest water for swimming and where the snorkeling is best—you bring snorkeling gear included with the tour, or use the equipment provided. Each stop is chosen for the day's conditions, so the itinerary shifts with the sea rather than sticking to a fixed list.

Between swims, the boat moves along the cliffs and rocky points. The skipper talks about the places you pass—the history, the local stories, the names behind the beaches. A small aperitif with snacks and local sparkling wine comes on board during one of the stops, a moment to sit and take in the coast without rushing to the next thing.

Three hours is long enough to visit multiple beaches and swim twice without feeling hurried, but short enough to fit into an afternoon. The minimum group is four people; service animals are welcome, and infants sit on an adult's lap. A live guide in English or Italian is with you the whole time.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• a small aperitif with snacks and local sparkling wine served on board.
• a live guide in English or Italian.
• stops at multiple beaches along the Conero Riviera for swimming and exploring.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by CONERO ESCURSIONI - NUMANA

Is this one for you?Choose the Panoramic tour if you want a shorter introduction to the coast; book the Full Excursion if you prefer to visit all ten beaches and have more time at each stop; the Sunset option trades the afternoon light for evening colors and a different pace along the same water.

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Top questions

What beaches does the Conero Riviera boat tour visit?

The tour stops at Spiaggia del Frate, Spiaggia Urbani, San Michele, Sassi Neri, Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle, Spiaggia dei Gabbiani, la Vela, Portonovo, Spiaggia di Mezzavalle and il Trave. The skipper chooses which ones to visit based on sea conditions and recommends the best points for swimming and snorkeling on the day.

Is snorkeling equipment included in the boat tour?

Snorkeling equipment is included with the tour, so you can use it at the swimming stops without bringing your own or paying extra.

What is served on the boat during the tour?

A small aperitif with snacks and local sparkling wine is offered on board during one of the stops, giving you time to rest between swims.

How long does the Conero Riviera boat tour last?

The tour runs three hours from departure to return, with time divided between traveling along the coast and stopping to swim and snorkel.

What language does the guide speak on this tour?

A live guide speaks English or Italian throughout the tour, sharing local history and culture as the boat moves along the coast.

What is the minimum group size for this boat tour?

The minimum number of travelers is four people; if your group is smaller, you may be combined with other bookings on the same departure.