Private boat tour San Foca to Sant'Andrea: 2.5 hours

Swim at the Two Sisters sea stacks and explore hidden bays in 2.5 hours

A 2.5-hour private boat tour departing San Foca explores the Adriatic coast of Salento with a captain and a boat reserved for your group alone (maximum 7 people). The itinerary passes Roca Li Posti near the Poetry Cave, stops for swimming at Torre dell'Orso's legendary Faraglioni sea stacks, and visits Sant'Andrea's ancient fishing village with its rocky cliffs and submerged seabed visible from the water. The captain speaks English or Italian. Fuel and fresh water are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour along Adriatic coast

• Depart from San Foca port
• Pass by Roca Li Posti and Grotta della Poesia
• Stop for swimming at Torre dell'Orso
• Explore Sant'Andrea fishing village and bay

The experience

The boat leaves the port of San Foca with an experienced captain steering a comfortable vessel that holds only your group. You pass Roca Li Posti, where low cliffs and turquoise waters frame the Poetry Cave from the sea, then head south to Torre dell'Orso. There, the Two Sisters (the Faraglioni rising sheer from crystal-clear water) anchor the swimming stop. The rocks sit just meters from the Grotto of San Cristoforo. This is the Caribbean of Salento, and the seabed is visible from above.

The second half of the tour reaches Sant'Andrea, an ancient fishing village with a small harbor carved into rocky cliffs. An old staircase, cut into the rock by locals centuries ago, drops straight to the water. The Faraglioni here are equally dramatic, and the clarity of the water means you can see the bottom from the boat. A prosecco toast is available on request, and the captain provides free souvenir photos of the day.

Fuel is included in the price with no hidden surcharges. Fresh water is on board. The captain handles all navigation and safety. You bring swimwear and sunscreen. Service animals are welcome, and infants sit on an adult's lap during the ride.

What’s included

• Professional skipper and ongoing assistance.
• fuel and fresh water.
• free souvenir photos.
• prosecco toast available upon request.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jul 2027

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish 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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by escursionisanfoca.it

Is this one for you?At 2.5 hours, the tour fits easily into a half-day itinerary and leaves the rest of your day free for lunch in San Foca or exploring the town. If you want a full-day boat experience or a longer coastal journey, look for an extended tour instead.

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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 24 h before the start.

What are the Two Sisters at Torre dell'Orso?

The Two Sisters are two Faraglioni (tall sea stacks rising sheer from the water) located south of Torre dell'Orso's bay, just meters from the Grotto of San Cristoforo. They mark the main swimming stop on the tour and are among the most photographed rock formations on the Adriatic coast of Salento.

Can we swim during the tour?

Yes, there are two swimming stops: one at Torre dell'Orso near the Two Sisters, and another at Sant'Andrea. Both spots have clear water and rocky entry points. Bring swimwear and plan to spend time in the water at each location.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The boat holds a maximum of 7 people, so your group travels alone with the captain: no strangers on board and no shared departures.

What is included in the tour price?

The tour includes the captain's expertise and assistance throughout, fuel for the boat, and fresh water. Free souvenir photos are provided to capture the day. A prosecco toast is available on request.

What is Sant'Andrea like?

Sant'Andrea is an ancient fishing village with a small harbor set into rocky cliffs. The coastline features bays and tall Faraglioni rocks that drop straight into the sea. An old staircase carved into the rock by locals provides direct access to the water, and the clarity is so good you can see the seabed from above.

Do we need experience to join this tour?

No, the tour suits all physical fitness levels. The boat is comfortable, and the captain handles navigation and safety. Infants can join if they sit on an adult's lap during the ride.