About this tour
Sail from Torre Vado between Italy's two seas aboard Nereide, exploring sea caves carved into the Salento peninsula's dramatic coastline. This 3.5-hour voyage navigates from the Ionian to Adriatic sides, passing Punta Ristola and Punta Meliso where the waters meet. Two swimming stops let you cool off in transparent Mediterranean shallows, while the crew shares local folklore and maritime history. The trip wraps with a spread of regional Salento specialities.
Highlights
- Caves dotting both Ionian and Adriatic coastlines
- Punta Ristola: the Salento peninsula's southernmost tip
- Punta Meliso: where two seas converge
- Two snorkelling stops in clear shallow water
- Local tales and historical context from crew
- Regional aperitif with Salento products included
What to expect
You'll board Nereide at Torre Vado and head first toward San Gregorio marina, skirting Punta Ristola as you hunt for Ionian-side grottoes. The boat then cuts across to the Adriatic caves via Punta Meliso, the dramatic meeting point of two seas. Expect an active crew keen to fill silences with local lore—some guests find this charming, others prefer quieter observation. Two breaks allow proper snorkelling in genuinely transparent water; masks are provided (disposable for hygiene). The final hour winds down with refreshments on deck as you motor back to port.
Good to know
Parking at Torre Vado costs €1/hour or €5 daily, payable cash or via Easy Park App. Public transport reaches the port. Infants sit on laps; prams stowed below. Snorkelling masks provided. No special fitness required. Service animals welcome.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.