About this tour
Skip the coastal roads and see the Ligurian shoreline from the water on a private motorboat charter departing Santa Margherita. This seven-hour skippered tour takes you past hidden villages and into the Portofino Natural Reserve—accessible only by boat. Tailor the itinerary to suit your group, whether that's anchoring for snorkelling, exploring coves, or timing your departure around sunset. Bring your own lunch or pack a picnic.
Highlights
- Private skippered motorboat, no crowds or fixed schedules
- Portofino Natural Reserve accessible only from the water
- Snorkelling gear provided; explore protected marine life
- Inflatable tow board included for groups and families
- Customise departure time and route after booking
- Depart from Santa Margherita or nearby Golfo Paradiso ports
What to expect
You'll meet your skipper at Santa Margherita (or another agreed port) and head out across calm waters, hugging the dramatic Ligurian coast. The boat takes you to secluded spots—rocky inlets, pastel villages clinging to cliffsides—that are unreachable by car. You'll have time to drop anchor, slip on a mask and fins, and explore the underwater reserve. Bring a packed lunch or snacks; the skipper knows quiet spots to eat. As evening approaches, you can linger for golden-hour light over the water before heading back.
Good to know
Customise your start time when you contact the operator post-booking. Bring sun cream, a hat, and a light layer—wind on the water can cool things down. Not suitable if pregnant. Infants sit on adult laps; prams aren't practical onboard. Public transport links exist nearby if you need them.
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.