Private Boat Yoga in Portofino: Meditation at Sea

Practice yoga on the water and let Tibetan bells deepen the calm

A private boat yoga session in Portofino for one to four people, led by a yoga expert and captain. You'll practice meditation and breathing techniques while the boat sits on the water, then experience sound baths with Tibetan bells in front of Portofino's coastline. The session ends with breakfast (morning departures) or aperitif (evening) with local specialties.

The experience

Ninety minutes on the water starts with you settling onto the boat as the captain positions it in front of Portofino. A yoga expert guides you through meditation and deep breathing techniques designed to pull you away from daily stress. The session unfolds in an intimate setting (just you, your group, and the sea) with no audience and no rush.

Midway through, Tibetan bells create vibrations that amplify the relaxation you've already begun. The sound travels across the water while you stay focused on your breath and the landscape around you. Afterward, you move to the culinary part: a refreshing breakfast with fresh produce if you've booked a morning departure, or a local aperitif as the sun sets if you've chosen evening. Bottled water is available throughout, and snorkeling equipment is on hand if the moment calls for it.

The guide speaks English or Italian, and the captain stays at your disposal for the full duration. The boat handles all transport. You bring only yourself and an openness to the practice. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and the activity suits all fitness levels: yoga here is about presence, not performance.

What’s included

• Yoga and meditation led by an expert guide.
• Tibetan sound bath.
• private boat and captain.
• bottled water.
• breakfast with fresh produce (morning) or local aperitif (evening).
• snorkeling equipment.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

4 options

4 peopleUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · Available from 1 May 2027Price for 4 persons: yoga with breakfast at 8:30, or yoga with aperitif at 18:45

3 personsUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · Available from 1 May 2027Price for 3 persons: yoga with breakfast at 8:30, or yoga with aperitif at 18:45

2 personsUp to 2 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · Available from 1 May 2027Price for 2 persons: yoga with breakfast at 8:30, or yoga with aperitif at 18:45

1 personUp to 1 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · Available from 1 May 2027Price for 1 person: yoga with breakfast at 8:30, or yoga with aperitif at 18:45

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: 1 May 2027

Book up to1d 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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Orange Wave

Is this one for you?Book for one to four people if you want yoga away from a studio: the private boat and small group size mean no strangers and no distractions, just the guide, the water, and the practice itself. Morning or evening, you choose the time that fits your day in Portofino.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided 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 does the yoga session actually involve?

The yoga expert guides meditation and breathing techniques meant to ease stress and restore balance. Tibetan bells create sound vibrations during the session, amplifying relaxation while you're on the water in front of Portofino.

Can I do this if I've never practiced yoga before?

Yes. The session is designed for all fitness levels and focuses on breathing and meditation rather than physical poses. The guide adapts the practice to your comfort.

What's the difference between the morning and evening options?

Morning departures include a fresh breakfast. Evening departures include a local aperitif. Both happen after the yoga and sound bath, so you're choosing the time of day and the food that follows the practice.

How many people can join at once?

The boat holds one to four people per session, so it stays private and intimate. You can book alone, as a couple, with two others, or as a group of four.

What if I get seasick?

The operator notes seasickness as a consideration. The boat sits relatively still in front of Portofino rather than moving through rough water, but if you're prone to motion sickness, mention it when you book so the guide and captain can adjust.