Boat tour Santa Maria di Leuca: Caves and snorkeling stops

Swim in sea caves and drift along limestone cliffs from the boat deck

A 3-hour boat tour from Santa Maria di Leuca along the Capo di Leuca coast, with snorkeling stops at two named caves and time to swim or rest on deck. The boat carries a small group, includes snorkeling gear, and runs with a live guide in English or Italian. Children from age 1 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with swimming stops

• Board the boat
• Sail along the coast
• Swim at Grotta del Soffio
• Stop near Tre Porte cave
• Relax on the boat

The Experience

The boat leaves with a limited group and heads along either the west or east coast, where the cliffs rise straight from the water. You'll see the rock formations from the deck—a vantage point most swimmers never get—and the tour builds in two swimming stops. The first is mandatory at Grotta del Soffio, where you can dip into the water adjacent to the cave mouth. The second stop is near Tre Porte, a larger cave system where you can snorkel or stay on the sundeck with cushions if you'd rather watch from above.

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you don't need to bring your own or rent it separately. The boat itself has a large sundeck with cushions and comfortable seats, which matters on a 3-hour tour—you're not standing the whole time or crammed into a cabin. The operator sanitizes continuously and keeps the group small, both of which are stated as safety measures but also mean the boat doesn't feel crowded.

A live guide speaks English or Italian throughout, so you get context about the caves and the coast instead of just drifting. Infants can come along (they sit on an adult's lap), and the tour suits all fitness levels, so the only real constraint is comfort in the water—you can skip the snorkeling and just swim or stay dry on deck.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• live guide in English or Italian.
• access to two named cave stops with swimming time.
• large sundeck with cushions and comfortable seating.
• continuous boat sanitization.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Leucos Escursioni

Is this one for you?Sail along Capo di Leuca's dramatic coastline, exploring sea caves from the water and snorkeling at hidden coves with all equipment provided.

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Top questions

What are the two snorkeling stops on this boat tour?

The tour stops at Grotta del Soffio, where you swim in the water near the cave entrance, and at Tre Porte cave, where you can snorkel or relax on the boat instead.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is included with the tour, so you don't need to arrange or rent it separately.

How long is the boat tour?

The tour runs for 3 hours total, with time spent sailing along the coast and two stops for swimming or snorkeling.

Can I bring young children on this tour?

Yes, children are welcome from age 1; infants sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English or Italian, depending on the departure you book.