Framura boat tour: Sea caves snorkeling Cinque Terre coast

Reach the caves and coves the crowds never find

A 2–3 hour boat tour departing from Framura Tourist Port explores sea caves, hidden bays and snorkeling sites along the eastern coast near Cinque Terre, accessible only by water. The 7-meter dinghy carries small groups through crystal-clear coves where you swim, snorkel among colorful fish, dive from rocks and relax in sun-facing spots far from the main Cinque Terre beaches. A guide speaks English or Italian. Snorkeling equipment, focaccia and Cinque Terre white wine are included. The tour is not recommended for travelers under 18, pregnant travelers, those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, or children under 3.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour exploring Framura coast

• Depart from Framura Tourist Port
• Attend short briefing
• Board 7-meter dinghy
• Explore bays and sea caves
• Swim and snorkel in crystal waters
• Relax and sunbathe on boat
• Enjoy rock diving
• Have aperitif with focaccia and wine
• Return to port

The experience

The boat leaves Framura Tourist Port, a short walk from the train station and the Levanto–Framura bike path. After a brief safety briefing, you board a fast 7-meter dinghy and head out along the eastern coast toward spots the land-based trails never reach. The water is clear enough to see the seafloor, and the route follows coves nestled between rock walls and small beaches accessible only from the sea.

You'll stop at multiple sites over the 2–3 hours: the Blue Grotto, the Eggs Beach, cliff points for rock diving, and shallow snorkeling zones where the water stays calm. At each stop, you choose what to do: swim, snorkel with the provided equipment, float in the sun, or dive from the rocks if you're comfortable. The guide steers the boat around your group's pace and interests, so the itinerary shifts based on conditions and what you want to do. On board, you get focaccia and Cinque Terre white wine to enjoy between stops, plus bottled water throughout.

The tour departs from Framura, which sits east of the main Cinque Terre villages and stays quieter. If you're traveling with a larger group, embarkation and disembarkation from the Levanto pier can be arranged on request. A guide fluent in English or Italian is on board. The minimum age is 18, and moderate fitness is needed because boarding involves climbing in and out of the boat.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• focaccia and Cinque Terre white wine.
• bottled water.
• a live guide in English or Italian.
• boat transport in a 7-meter dinghy.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:30 and 15:30

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by la cueva blanca

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to snorkel and swim in sea caves and hidden coves without the crowds at the main Cinque Terre beaches. The small boat size and flexible itinerary mean the guide can adjust stops and timing to match your group's pace and interests, and the eastern coast location keeps you away from the busier villages.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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 24h before the start.

What's the difference between this tour and the main Cinque Terre boat trips?

This tour operates from Framura and explores the eastern coast and hidden coves, staying away from the crowded main Cinque Terre beaches and villages. The smaller dinghy reaches sea caves and rock diving spots that larger tour boats cannot access.

Can I snorkel on this tour, and is the equipment provided?

Yes, snorkeling is included at multiple stops in shallow, calm coves. Snorkeling equipment is provided on board.

How long does the tour last, and what time does it depart?

The tour runs 2–3 hours. Specific departure times are not listed in the standard schedule. Contact the operator for current times.

What's included in the price?

Snorkeling equipment, focaccia, Cinque Terre white wine and bottled water are all included. Hotel pickup is not part of the standard tour, but embarkation from Levanto pier can be arranged for larger groups on request.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The minimum age is 18. Children under 3 are not recommended. Pregnant travelers and those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health should not participate.