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- Italian
Join us on the stunning island of Ponza for a fun-filled day exploring this paradise-like Mediterranean destination by boat!
This 6 hours small group excursion includes 4–5 swim stops in crystal clear waters, a delicious onboard pasta lunch with wine, drinks, and espresso.
An English speaking trip leader will guide you through one of Italy's most beautiful hidden gems.
Marvel at dramatic cliffs, mysterious sea grottoes, and breathtaking coastal scenery as you cruise around the island on this top-rated Ponza boat tour, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, relaxing and island exploration.
Need round-trip ferry tickets to reach Ponza from Anzio?
Select the "Ferry Tickets Included" option and meet us directly at the port of Anzio to begin your unforgettable Ponza island adventure, one of the best day trips from Anzio along the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Italian coast.
Ideal for families, couples, and anyone looking for an incredible outdoor experience in the heart of the Mediterranean!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
We will circumnavigate the island of Ponza by boat stopping along the way 5 times to swim and snorkel (must provide own snorkeling gear). Lunch is served on board.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
These grottoes named for Pontious Pilate are an exciting first stop for our itinerary.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Chiaia Di Luna
This smooth, moon colored cliff is a favorite stop in Ponza. Your tour leader will describe the romantic legend that gives the cliff its name. If the sea conditions are right, we might even have a swim stop here.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This unique rock formation is bright white, and thats because it was formed from compressed volcanic ash called. There is even a long grotto that runs straight through the cliff here, and at noon the sun creates spectacular blue reflections in the water, retro-illuminating the grotto. Are you adventurous enough to swim through the grotto end to end? If the sea conditions are right, join your tour leader for this unique experience!
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
One of the more popular swimming areas reachable by land, the "Natural Pools" are a sight to behold... perfect swimming pools carved into the rocks by nature.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Cala Feola is Ponza's second port, for smaller boats and is the main area of a quieter side of the island.
Admission ticket free -
5
Today Ponza doesn't have its own water source, but long ago, it did and we can see the remnants here in this cove, called "of the water" just for this reason. Note the tiny waterfalls trickling down the cliffside... runoff from what is left of Ponza natural spring. You can also still see the ruins of an ancient Roman aqueduct that once carried the water throughout the island.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Another beautiful little cove most easily reached by boat.
Admission ticket free -
6
Lots of history near this little cove. We'll float over the spot where an American landing ship tank sunk during a storm in WWII, a popular spot for divers today. Survey the remnants of a mine that once provided jobs to the Ponzan people. The closure of the mine marked a turning point in the history of the island, to an economy based heavily on fishing and tourism.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Nearing the northernmost tip of Ponza, we'll discover the colorful "Felci Cove". Here, sulphur has colored the cliff walls a bright yellow which contracts with the sparkling emerald of the sea here. This is a common swimming spot, and we'll likely drop anchor here to explore.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Ponza is a volcanic island, meaning the rock here is soft and constantly being shaped and moulded by the sea. No better example of this can be seen than here, at the "Natural Arch" -- a giant sea stack which has been hollowed out in the center forming an enormous rock arch, big enough to pass a boat under.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
The last stop before heading back to port is the Beach of "Frontone". This is the most popular beach on the island and even at the end of the day it is crowded with Italian sunbathers.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to swim if you wish to participate in swimming/snorkeling stops
- Be sure to bring a towel and suncreen
- Exact itinerary and departure may vary according to sea and weather conditions. If we do not contact you, please consider your trip confirmed.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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