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Gulf of Poets & Hidden Islands – Day Trip from Santa Margherita

Port of Santa Margherita Ligure, Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

4.7
18 REVIEWS
12
PEOPLE
8h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Italian
Super Owner
Andrea is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Hostess
    Towels
    Open Bar
    Snorkeling Equipment
    Fresh Seasonal Fruits
    Fuel

About the experience

This exclusive day cruise departing from Santa Margherita Ligure is a journey through poetry, history, and natural wonders. Aboard the refined Gianetti 48 HT, you'll glide along some of the most spectacular and less-traveled corners of the Ligurian coast, reaching the heart of the Gulf of Poets and its mysterious islands.

Your first stop takes you along the Rocce Rosse, where rugged red cliffs meet deep blue waters in a dramatic natural contrast. This is the perfect setting to slow down, dive in, and feel completely immersed in nature.

Next, you’ll sail past the vibrant village of Vernazza, a highlight of the Cinque Terre. Even a brief stop here, framed by steep cliffs and colorful facades, evokes a deep sense of place and timeless charm.

As you continue south, the coast opens up to the Gulf of Poets and its crown jewel, Portovenere. With its ancient fortresses, pastel buildings, and cliffside church dedicated to St. Peter, this village has inspired poets and painters for centuries.

The final part of the journey brings you around the islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto—a trio of untouched gems, each with its own character. From hidden coves to glimpses of historic ruins, these islands are a serene conclusion to a day of discovery, offering a rare connection to the quieter, wilder side of Liguria.

About the experience

This exclusive day cruise departing from Santa Margherita Ligure is a journey through poetry, history, and natural wonders. Aboard the refined Gianetti 48 HT, you'll glide along some of the most spectacular and less-traveled corners of the Ligurian coast, reaching the heart of the Gulf of Poets and its mysterious islands.

Your first stop takes you along the Rocce Rosse, where rugged red cliffs meet deep blue waters in a dramatic natural contrast. This is the perfect setting to slow down, dive in, and feel completely immersed in nature.

Next, you’ll sail past the vibrant village of Vernazza, a highlight of the Cinque Terre. Even a brief stop here, framed by steep cliffs and colorful facades, evokes a deep sense of place and timeless charm.

As you continue south, the coast opens up to the Gulf of Poets and its crown jewel, Portovenere. With its ancient fortresses, pastel buildings, and cliffside church dedicated to St. Peter, this village has inspired poets and painters for centuries.

The final part of the journey brings you around the islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto—a trio of untouched gems, each with its own character. From hidden coves to glimpses of historic ruins, these islands are a serene conclusion to a day of discovery, offering a rare connection to the quieter, wilder side of Liguria.

Organised by Portofino Yacht Charter
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· Super owner · 20 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Port of Santa Margherita Ligure, Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
Red Rocks
Crimson cliffs rising above crystal clear waters, ideal for a swim immersed in nature.
Vernazza
A picturesque coastal village nestled between spectacular cliffs, full of Cinque Terre charm.
Portovenere
Historic seaside village with medieval architecture and breathtaking sea views.
Palmaria, Tino & Tinetto
Three pristine islands, rich in history and natural beauty, perfect for quiet exploration.
Arrive back at:
Port of Santa Margherita Ligure, Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

4.7/5 · 18 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • S
    Stefania
    Date of the rental 14/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 22/08/2025
    Our large group which ranged from small children to seniors had a spectacular experience from start to end. The Click & Boat team did a great job facilitating the connection and Andrea was very professional, responsive, timely, flexible and courteous. He and his crew member Mattia showed us a truly wonderful day on the sea with wonderful itinerary recommendations. Getting in/out of small ports and on/off boat was very easy. It was very clear Andrea has extensive experience navigating the waters and was masterful both as a Captain and as a professional service. Highly recommend this experience and we look forward to another boating experience with Andrea again in the future!
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  • W
    William
    Date of the rental 11/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 18/08/2025
    Great experience. Good value for money compared to other options I looked at.
  • J
    Jannis
    Date of the rental 05/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 07/08/2025

    Translated from English

    Great trip!
  • S
    Simon
    Date of the rental 22/07/2025  ·  Date of the review 24/07/2025
    Great experience with Andrea, thanks for a fantastic trip!
Reviews
4.7
  • S
    Stefania
    Aug 2025
    Our large group which ranged from small children to seniors had a spectacular experience from start to end. The Click & Boat team did a great job facilitating the connection and Andrea was very professional, responsive, timely, flexible and courteous. He and his crew member Mattia showed us a truly wonderful day on the sea with wonderful itinerary recommendations. Getting in/out of small ports and on/off boat was very easy. It was very clear Andrea has extensive experience navigating the waters and was masterful both as a Captain and as a professional service. Highly recommend this experience and we look forward to another boating experience with Andrea again in the future!
  • W
    William
    Aug 2025
    Great experience. Good value for money compared to other options I looked at.
  • J
    Jannis
    Aug 2025

    Translated from English

    Great trip!
  • S
    Simon
    Jul 2025
    Great experience with Andrea, thanks for a fantastic trip!
  • Paul
    Jun 2025
    Excellent captain and went above and beyond to make the whole day and experience the best! Examples of these are making a reservation at one of the small towns restaurants etc We had a great experience
  • Z
    Zachary
    Sep 2024
    I could not have asked for more from Andrea and his team. I had proposed to my fiancé on board and the experience was incredible! Aside from the amazing service, beautiful boat and surroundings, Andrea was a pleasure to work with. For months after I booked my excursion, Andrea communicated with me to organize food, drink, photography, agenda and more! He was extremely accommodating and flexible. If you are looking for a beautiful experience with full transparency, A+ service and communication, Andrea and his yacht are for you. Thank you again, my fiancé and I will hold this memory dear for our entire lives!!
  • L
    Luca
    Aug 2024

    Translated from Italian

    Great crew. Andrea gave great suggestions both on the navigation day by day and where to stop for lunch and dinner - when we were not on board. We had wonderful days. Thanks Andrea to Mattia L
  • R
    Romila
    Jul 2024
    Excellent Skipper, customises your day tour to your specific needs and is well connected and informed of what to do exactly to make the experience perfect.
  • N
    Natalia
    Jul 2024
    Everything was nice! Comfortable and clean boat! Beautiful places, tasty food, Prosecco… 🥂
  • Bener Kaan
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Nice boat, professional captain with good service. Recommend it.
  • A
    argenis
    Aug 2023

    Translated from Spanish

    Very bad the service is not what I saw in the photo, bad recommendations and the service is not good, they only served bread the first day and cold pizza the second I would not recommend it
  • N
    Nicolas
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    We had an amazing day with Andrea, which knows the area very well
  • H
    Hassan
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Andrea the captain was vey welcoming and helpful
  • G
    Greg
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    A great time even in rougher waters. Andrea and Philippe were great to us and made our trip. Communication prior to and after booking was excellent. Nice boat and beautiful scenery.
  • Andrew
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Andrea was an excellent skipper, with great local knowledge allowing us to find beautiful calm waters on a windy day. Pick up and drop off of friends was no problem. We cruised the coast of Santa Margherita, Portofino and Camogli. Delicious snacks of fruit, salami and cheese was provided, along with water, soft drinks, beer, etc. Towels and snorkelling gear also provided. Boat was fantastic, as it offers protection from the front, with sunbeds on the back to enjoy the sun. Andrea was incredibly friendly, and easy to communicate with and made great suggestions for a beautiful day on the water.
  • M
    Marco
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Andrea was absolutely great. We rent boats all the times in Italy and his professionalism was impressive. A beautiful boat with an awesome crew. We enjoyed the ride from La Spezia to Camogli and he made our day! We stop in Portofino and several time to swim in nice areas. Would definitily use his service again. Grazie Andrea!?
  • M
    maria eleni
    Jul 2022

    Translated from Italian

    Andrea is very professional, he welcomed us very well. It exceeded our expectations. We spent a beautiful morning. Thanks Andrea for hosting us, see you soon!
  • D
    Davide
    Jul 2022

    Translated from Italian

    Unique experience for our wedding, beyond expectations. Andrea and his staff are very professional and the lunch on board is also excellent! We were 11 people with a baby and everyone was thrilled! Highly recommended!

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Cancellation policy : Custom
70% refund up to 30 days before arrival, excluding expenses.
Booking conditions
Includes professional skipper
Security deposit : £0

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