A day in the Flegrean archipelago: Procida and Ischia from Amalfi

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A day in the Flegrean archipelago: Procida and Ischia from Amalfi

An 8-hour private boat excursion from Amalfi that links swims and snorkeling in the Gulf of Naples with landings in Procida’s Corricella and Ischia’s historic harbors.

A day in the Flegrean archipelago: Procida and Ischia from Amalfi.

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This private, full-day boat excursion threads the blue of the Gulf of Naples through two of the Flegrean archipelago’s most evocative islands. Over eight hours you’ll navigate the Amalfi coastline, call at Procida’s Corricella for crystal-clear swims, and continue to Ischia to pass the Castello Aragonese and visit lively harbors — all punctuated by snorkeling stops and an onboard aperitif.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Two islands in one day

A compact itinerary links Procida and Ischia in a single, 8-hour private cruise, with time for swims, shore visits and an aperitivo on board.

THE VILLAGES

Corricella and Ischia’s historic harbors

The tour lands at Procida’s postcard-perfect Corricella — famed for its coloured houses and literary associations — and skirts Ischia Ponte and Ischia Porto, where medieval and maritime landmarks punctuate the shoreline.

THE SEA

Swims and snorkeling in azure waters

Multiple stops are scheduled for bathing and snorkeling in the Gulf of Naples, taking advantage of the clear water around the islands.

What the day feels like

How the day unfolds

The outing is paced as a relaxed day at sea: departure along the Amalfi coastline, a first approach and landing at Procida with time ashore in Corricella, then a passage to Ischia where the route passes Castello Aragonese before visiting Ischia Porto, Lacco Ameno and the island’s western coast — with swims, snorkeling stops and an onboard aperitif interspersed throughout the day.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this excursion works best for

1
Active familiesRecommended — the operator describes the excursion as suitable for all ages, making it a family-friendly day at sea.
2
Beach and snorkel enthusiastsRecommended — the day includes multiple stops for swimming and snorkeling in the Gulf of Naples.
3
Short‑time island hoppersRecommended — the itinerary compresses Procida and Ischia into a single, comprehensive 8-hour circuit.
4
Photographers and sightseersRecommended — frequent landings and coastal passages (Corricella, Castello Aragonese, Sant’Angelo) provide strong visual subjects throughout the day.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is an 8‑hour, full-day excursion.

What to expect on board

The itinerary includes multiple stops for bathing and snorkeling in the Gulf of Naples and features an aperitivo served on board.

Route & landings

The cruise navigates the Amalfi coastline to Procida (landing at Corricella) and then to Ischia — passing landmarks such as the Castello Aragonese and visiting harbors and coastal bays before returning to Amalfi.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the excursion?

The excursion lasts 8 hours.

Which islands are visited?

The tour visits Procida and Ischia.

Are there opportunities to swim and snorkel?

Yes — the itinerary includes several stops for bathing and snorkeling in the gulf’s clear waters.

Where does the tour depart from and return to?

The outing is organized as a circuit departing from and returning to Amalfi.

Will we have time ashore to explore villages?

Yes — the programme includes a landing in Procida’s Corricella for a visit ashore, and coastal calls at Ischia’s harbors.

Is this trip suitable for children and older travelers?

Yes — the excursion is described as suitable for all ages.