SAN VITO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Along Polignano’s Cliffs: Tour in barca DA ROSARIA
A 90‑minute open‑boat circuit from Pugliamare that threads Polignano a Mare’s caves and cliffside inlets—this guide distills the route, highlights, and practicals for the short, photo‑ready excursion.
Along Polignano’s Cliffs: Tour in barca DA ROSARIA.
From the sea the town of Polignano reveals a ragged coastline of high cliffs, natural arches and hidden caverns; the Tour in barca DA ROSARIA with operator Pugliamare is a 1.5‑hour ride in 7‑metre open boats that visits Grotta Palazzese and the string of marine caves and calette that punctuate the coast, with a swim stop and an onboard aperitivo included.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A coastline you can only read from the water
The tour opens a rare viewpoint: cliff faces, rock arches and houses poised above the sea that are often invisible from land, delivering dramatic frames for photography and quiet moments of coastal immersion.
Grotta Palazzese and a constellation of marine grottos
The route calls at a sequence of sea caves—Grotta Palazzese, Grotta delle Rondinelle, Grotta Ardito and others—each with distinctive rock formations, natural arches and hidden recesses to explore by boat.
A crystal‑blue pause: tuffi in calette incontaminate
Midway through the outing there’s an opportunity to stop for a swim in clear, calm water—an intentional pause for refreshment and uncomplicated, seaside relaxation.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Board a compact open boat and trace Polignano’s shoreline for ninety minutes: a succession of cave mouths and cliff contours passes by at close quarters, the skiff slipping into grotto openings where space allows, pausing for a brief swim in the bluest water and for an aperitivo served on board—an experience calibrated for discovery and easygoing seaside pleasure.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short boat tour suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
An aperitivo is provided on board and the boat can stop for a swim in suitable spots, so participants should be prepared for a short swim if they wish; boats are open 7‑metre craft used for the grotto visits.
An aperitivo is included as part of the experience; expect a brief seaside refreshment rather than a full meal.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Tour in barca DA ROSARIA?
The tour has a duration of one and a half hours (1.5 hours).
Which caves and landmarks does the trip visit?
The itinerary visits the grotte di Polignano, including Grotta Palazzese, Grotta delle Rondinelle, Grotta Ardito, the coastline to Cala Port’alga and the Grotta degli Innamorati, passing the Scoglio dell’eremita.
Can we swim during the tour?
Yes: the operator can stop in a calm, clear caletta to allow participants to take a swim.
What boat is used and how many people fit on each boat?
The tour is run with 7‑metre open boats; each boat has a maximum capacity of 10 people.
Is anything included on board?
An aperitivo is included on board the tour.
When can I join the tour?
Available departure times to choose from include 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00 and 18:30.