About this tour
A three-hour coastal voyage aboard a traditional wooden gozzo departing from central Naples. You'll trace the Posillipo shoreline, where Greco-Roman settlements once stood, passing Imperial Villa ruins and working fishing villages. The boat carries snorkelling gear for exploring the bay's clearer waters, and a spread of local cheeses, tomatoes, bruschetta and pizza bread keeps hunger at bay. Hotel pickups available on request.
Highlights
- Traditional wooden gozzo boat, locally called the sea bedroom
- Posillipo peninsula: ancient Greek and Roman settlement ruins
- Snorkelling in Naples Bay's accessible waters
- Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, bruschetta and local aperitivos
- Imperial Villa and active fishing village views
- Departs from Mergellina port in city centre
What to expect
You'll board a sturdy, characterful wooden vessel from Naples' working waterfront. The three-hour loop hugs the bay's northern edge, offering views of layered history—crumbling villas, still-functioning fisheries, and the rocky Posillipo cliffs that Romans valued for their escape from city clamour. When the boat slows over clearer patches, grab the snorkelling kit and slip overboard; the water here rewards a proper look. Between swims, eat standing up as the boat rocks gently, cheese and tomato on bread, salty and straightforward.
Good to know
Bring a light layer for wind and sun reflection off water. Snorkelling gear is provided but bring your own mask if you're fussy about fit. Infants must stay on an adult's lap throughout. Service animals welcome. Public transport reaches Mergellina easily if you're not using hotel pickup.
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.