Private Boat Tour to Ischia from Miseno: Four Swimming Stops

You swim at four separate stops, each with different water and scenery.

A private boat tour from Miseno to Ischia with an experienced skipper, departing the port of Bacoli and sailing the Gulf of Naples to reach the island's most photographed coastline. The itinerary includes four swimming stops—near the Fungo rock in Lacco Ameno, off Forio near Negombo Bay or La Mortella Gardens, and at Maronti Beach on the southern coast—plus time to explore the island and eat lunch at a traditional restaurant. An aperitif is served on board during the Forio leg. The tour passes the Aragonese Castle and returns through the scenic Gulf of Baia.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour around Ischia

• Depart from Miseno port
• Cruise across Gulf of Naples
• Sail along Ischia Porto and see Aragonese Castle
• Swim near Fungo rock in Lacco Ameno
• Swim stop near Negombo Bay or La Mortella Gardens with aperitif
• Free time for lunch at local restaurant
• Swim stop at Maronti Beach
• Return through Gulf of Baia

The Experience

The boat leaves Miseno in the morning and crosses the Gulf of Naples with views of the Phlegraean coastline before reaching Ischia Porto. You'll see the Aragonese Castle rising from the sea—one of the island's most recognizable landmarks—then sail toward Lacco Ameno for the first swim near the famous Fungo rock in clear water. The skipper continues to Forio, where you swim again near Negombo Bay or La Mortella Gardens while an aperitif is served on board, and the coastal views shift as the boat moves along the western side of the island.

After the second swim, you have free time to go ashore and explore. Most travelers use this stretch to have lunch at one of the traditional restaurants in Forio or elsewhere on the island—the skipper can help arrange a stop if you want. The pace here is yours: some people spend two hours on land, others less. The boat then heads south to Maronti Beach for a final swim surrounded by volcanic black sand and turquoise water, a different landscape entirely from the morning stops. The return journey traces back through the Gulf of Baia, completing the full loop.

Masks and inflatables are provided, and the skipper speaks English and Italian. The tour runs eight hours total. Swimming stops can be adjusted based on sea conditions and your preferences—if you spot a cove you want to try, the skipper can assess whether it's safe and suitable. Infants and small children can come along; strollers are manageable on the boat. Public transport reaches Miseno if you're arriving without a car.

What’s included

• Private boat with experienced skipper.
• island tour of Ischia's coastline.
• four swimming stops with masks and inflatables provided.
• aperitif on board.
• fuel.
• free time on the island for lunch at a restaurant of your choice.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Esperi.it - Campania Local Experience

Is this one for you?Eight hours is long enough to swim at four different spots and spend time exploring the island without rushing, but short enough to fit into a single day if you're based in Naples or the surrounding region. If you need to return to the city by evening or have other plans the same day, confirm the return time before booking.

Top questions

What is the Aragonese Castle and where do I see it on this tour?

The Aragonese Castle is a majestic fortification rising from the sea at Ischia Porto, one of the island's most iconic landmarks. You'll sail past it early in the tour as the boat approaches the island from Miseno.

How many times do we stop to swim, and where are those stops?

There are four swimming stops: near the Fungo rock in Lacco Ameno, near Negombo Bay or La Mortella Gardens off Forio, at Maronti Beach on the southern coast, and one additional stop that can be adjusted based on sea conditions and your preferences with the skipper.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included, but you have free time on the island to eat at a traditional local restaurant. The skipper can help arrange a stop at a restaurant if you'd like, and you choose where and what to order.

What happens during the aperitif on board?

The aperitif is served while the boat is near Forio, between the second and third swimming stops. It's a break on the water to relax and take in the coastal views before the final leg of the tour.

Can I request different swimming locations if I prefer them?

Yes. The skipper can make swimming stops at locations you request, provided the area is safe and suitable based on sea conditions and the presence of other boats at that time.

How long is the entire tour, and what time does it start and end?

The tour runs for eight hours total. Specific departure and return times depend on the booking date and season; confirm these when you reserve.