Scopri l’eleganza della Riviera Ligure: un mattino in barca da Sestri Levante a Portofino e San Fruttuoso

SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Scopri l’eleganza della Riviera Ligure: un mattino in barca da Sestri Levante a Portofino e San Fruttuoso

Un tour condiviso di 4 ore che percorre la costa orientale della Liguria, con soste per nuotare in baie nascoste, snorkeling al Cristo degli Abissi e visite a Paraggi, Portofino e all’Abbazia di San Fruttuoso.

Scopri l’eleganza della Riviera Ligure: un mattino in barca da Sestri Levante a Portofino e San Fruttuoso.

Duration
4 ore
Location
Santa Margherita Ligure
Operator
Zappy Boat
Category
Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Sail along Liguria’s wild, largely undeveloped eastern shoreline on a four‑hour shared morning boat tour that threads emerald coves, sheer cliffs and historic anchorages. The trip pairs panoramic navigation from Sestri Levante with swims in protected waters, a stop in the iconic fishing village of Portofino and snorkeling at the Abbey of San Fruttuoso to see the Cristo degli Abissi—an intimate, sea‑level way to read this stretch of the Italian Riviera.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Baia di Paraggi and hidden coves

The itinerary visits the famed Baia di Paraggi with its emerald waters and threads lesser‑known inlets such as the Baia dei Contrabbandieri, offering opportunities for crystal‑clear swims and a look at Framura’s cliffs and sea caves.

THE CULTURE

Portofino and the Abbazia di San Fruttuoso

A scheduled stop in Portofino lets you step ashore to explore the picturesque borgo and its boutiques before continuing to the Abbazia di San Fruttuoso, a historic monastic site accessible only by sea.

THE WATER

Snorkeling, the Cristo degli Abissi and protected bays

The tour includes snorkeling at the Abbazia di San Fruttuoso to view the Cristo degli Abissi and time to swim inside the Area Marina Protetta, making the marine life and sheltered waters a central draw.

What the day feels like

What the morning feels like

This is a brisk, seaside morning: you leave Sestri Levante, cruise past landmarks such as the Baia del Silenzio and Punta Manara, drop anchor in sheltered coves for swims and snorkeling, stroll briefly in Portofino, visit the Abbazia di San Fruttuoso and return with the coast framed by cliffs and open sea—all within a compact four‑hour window.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this morning on the water.

1
Beach and swim loversIdeal for travelers who want multiple chances to swim in clear, protected bays and relax on the boat between stops.
2
Snorkelers and marine observersWell suited to those keen to snorkel at San Fruttuoso and see the Cristo degli Abissi inside the Area Marina Protetta.
3
Short‑on‑time sightseersA compact four‑hour outing that packs coastal panoramas, Portofino and San Fruttuoso into a single morning.
4
Photography and landscape enthusiastsGreat for photographers seeking dramatic cliffs, secluded coves and the photogenic harbor of Portofino from sea level.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & Schedule

The shared morning tour runs approximately 4 ore.

Meeting point

Meet at 44°16'13.3"N 9°23'21.0"E – Sestri Levante for departure and return.

What to Bring

Bring swimwear, towel, sun protection and a change of clothes. Snorkeling is part of the itinerary, so personal snorkeling gear is recommended if you prefer your own equipment.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Quanto dura il Tour Condiviso del Mattino?

Il tour ha una durata di 4 ore.

Dove avviene l'imbarco?

Partenza e ritorno da Sestri Levante; il punto di incontro fornito è 44°16'13.3"N 9°23'21.0"E – Sestri Levante.

Si effettua snorkeling sul percorso?

Sì: il programma include una sosta all’Abbazia di San Fruttuoso con snorkeling per ammirare il Cristo degli Abissi.

Ci sono soste per nuotare?

Sì: il tour prevede soste in baie protette come la Baia di Paraggi e altre insenature dove è possibile nuotare.

Quali punti salienti visiteremo?

Il percorso include Paraggi, Portofino, l’Abbazia di San Fruttuoso (con il Cristo degli Abissi) e varie baie nascoste lungo la costa orientale della Liguria.