Private Sunset Gozzo Tour on Elba Island: Swim & Aperitif

Swim in coves only reachable by boat, then watch the sun drop over the Tyrrhenian Sea

A private sunset tour on a vintage wooden gozzo departing from Porto Azzurro on Elba Island's east coast. You sail past Naregno, Forte Focardo and Straccoligno, stop to swim in sheltered coves, and return as the light fades: a guide in your chosen language, Prosecco and snacks served on board, and snorkelling gear included. The tour runs 2 to 2.5 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset sailing and aperitif on Elba

• Depart from Marina of Porto Azzurro
• Sail along the east coast of Elba Island
• Visit Naregno, Forte Focardo, Straccoligno, Istria, Iscoli
• Swim in sheltered coves
• Enjoy a rich aperitif with food and Prosecco on board
• Return to Porto Azzurro

The experience

The boat itself is the draw here. Lady Lillj is built entirely of mahogany and varnished wood, constructed in 1973 in the historic shipyards of Lampedusa for an Italian film director. You're sailing on a piece of cinema history, not a modern charter. The hull and interiors carry that period character throughout, so stepping aboard already feels like stepping back in time. From Porto Azzurro, the route follows the eastern shore, stopping at coves accessible only by water: Naregno, Forte Focardo, Straccoligno, Istria and Iscoli, then toward Costa dei Gabbiani as the sun moves lower.

Swimming happens in the sheltered stops: snorkelling gear is on board if you want it. Between swims, Prosecco, food and a mini bar are served, so you're not just watching the sunset, you're sitting with a drink in hand while it happens. The tour is private, which means the timing, the stops and the pace belong to you and your group alone. A guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or Italian depending on what you book.

Two to two and a half hours is the window, so this fits into an evening without consuming the whole day. Children from age one are welcome, and infants can sit on a lap. Anyone under 18 won't be served alcohol, but the food and the boat and the coves are the same.

What’s included

• Private transportation on the vintage wooden gozzo.
• snorkelling equipment.
• Prosecco and wine.
• food and snacks.
• soft drinks and a mini bar.
• a guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese or Italian.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 69 years) · Senior (70 to 90 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 10 years) · Infant (1 year): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese

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 16 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Elba in Gozzo - Lady Lillj

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a romantic evening on the water with swimming in sheltered coves and aperitif service. It departs at sunset from Porto Azzurro and works as a standalone experience or paired with dinner plans.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (2 to 10 years); Infant (1 year): free.

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 is Lady Lillj and why does it matter for this tour?

Lady Lillj is a wooden gozzo built in 1973 in Lampedusa's historic shipyards for an Italian film director. The hull and all interiors are mahogany, varnished to show the natural wood grain, and filled with period objects that give the boat a vintage character you won't find on a modern charter.

Can I swim during the tour, and what coves do you stop at?

Yes, you swim in sheltered coves along the route. The itinerary includes Naregno, Forte Focardo, Straccoligno, Istria and Iscoli, all on the eastern side of Elba and reachable only by boat. Snorkelling gear is included if you want to use it.

What's included to eat and drink on board?

A rich aperitif is served with food and Prosecco, plus a mini bar is available throughout the tour. Anyone under 18 won't be served alcohol, but food and soft drinks are included for all ages.