About this tour
Paddle Lake Como from Pescallo with a guide who grew up rowing these waters. This 90-minute kayak and stand-up paddleboard tour explores the hamlet's sheltered bay, takes in the Rockefeller Foundation's distinctive white limestone cliffs, and reveals Bellagio's waterfront architecture from a perspective most visitors miss. You'll navigate the promontory edges and discover hidden corners of the lake unavailable by foot.
Highlights
- Local rower guides you through Pescallo's bay and surrounding waters
- Approach Rockefeller Foundation cliffs from the water
- View Bellagio's skyline and lakeside villas from your kayak
- Navigate rock formations and promontory points
- Includes paddleboard option for variety
What to expect
Your guide meets you at Pescallo and outfits you with kayak or SUP board, lifejacket, and a dry bag for valuables. You'll paddle at an easy pace suitable for all abilities—no prior experience needed. The route follows the shoreline past residential properties and natural rock formations, with the guide pointing out geological and local features. You'll spend roughly an hour on the water with breaks for photos. The bay stays relatively sheltered, making conditions manageable even in light chop.
Good to know
Bring a swimsuit and towel; no changing facilities on-site. Public transport reaches Pescallo easily. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. Storage for backpacks is available.
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.