About this tour
A three-hour boat journey along Cinque Terre's jagged coastline, departing from Monterosso. You'll cruise past five distinct villages—each a tangle of centuries-old tower houses and fishing heritage—and anchor in the Bay of Guvano for snorkelling in transparent waters. The trip winds back as evening light turns the cliffs copper and gold, finishing with an aperitif aboard as you take in the final stretch past Riomaggiore.
Highlights
- Snorkel in Guvano Bay among fish schools and rock formations
- Pass Vernazza, Manarola, Corniglia, and Riomaggiore by water
- View dramatic limestone cliffs from sea level
- Evening light on pastel-hued village architecture
- Onboard aperitif as sun sets
- Snorkelling gear and drinks supplied
What to expect
You'll board a traditional wooden boat in Monterosso and head southward along the coastline. The first stop is Vernazzo, a working fishing village wrapped in vineyard-covered slopes—you'll see it from the water rather than land. After sailing past Manarola and Corniglia, you'll drop anchor in Guvano Bay for roughly 40 minutes of snorkelling. The water here is genuinely clear; you'll spot small fish and sea life among submerged rocks. Back on deck, you'll cruise slowly past Riomaggiore's tiered tower houses as the light softens. The return journey includes an aperitif served aboard.
Good to know
Bring a towel and dry clothes. Snorkelling equipment is supplied but bring your own if you prefer a specific fit. The boat departs on schedule regardless of passenger count. You must be 18 to drink alcohol in Italy. Not suitable if pregnant. Public transport links Monterosso to nearby towns.
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.