Planning a trip to Ponza? Meet us directly at Anzio Port and we'll take care of all of the tickets details for you. You'll benefit from the knowledge..
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Spend the day swimming & snorkeling on a 5-hr boat excursion.
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09 january 2023
About the tour
Planning a trip to Ponza? Meet us directly at Anzio Port and we'll take care of all of the tickets details for you. You'll benefit from the knowledge and assistance of an expert English-speaking Tour Leader throughout the day.
You day begins at lovely Anzio port where you will meet your English-speaking Ponza expert and check in. Shortly after, you'll board the fast ferry to Ponza which is a 1.5 hour ride. Upon arrival in Ponza, you'll have a small amount of free time before boarding a 5-hr boat excursion for the day.
Your captain for the excursion is a local Ponzan who will share tales and legends from the islands history - and you won't miss a word thanks to the translating skills of your English speaking tour leader. Ponza has been inhabited since pre-history, and everyone from the estruscans to the greeks to the Ancient Romans have left their mark here. Here ancient ruins intermingle with wild beauty in hidden coves and grottoes.
Your 5 hours boat excursion, weather and waves permitting, circumnavigates the entire island of Ponza and stops 4-5 times in the island's most scenic swimming stops. At each stop you will have time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe and possible even swim inside a blue grotto (sea cave) or two!
Lunchtime features an extended stop during which the captain and his first make will prepare a simple pic-nic style pasta lunch served on board with water, wine and espresso. You'll share this experience with other Italians who are on vacation - just you like you - which will give you the unique opportunity to indulge yourself in local culture.
At the conclusion of the boat trip, there will be about an hour of free time to explore Ponza's tiny colorful port. It's a great momento to indulge in a glass of prosecco or enjoy a gelato. It's up to you!
The ferry returning to the mainland departs at 5:30PM you will return to Anzio Port at the end of the day.
Daily expect Sunday
10 hrs - departure 08:15AM
English
what’s included
English-Speaking Tour Assistant
Round Trip Ferry Tickets to/from Ponza Island Port
Island Boat Cruise with Swimming, Sightseeing Stops
Simple Pasta Lunch with Beverages Served Onboard
what’s excluded
Gratuities
Beach Towel
Sun Protection
Victoria_D
Viator
04 Sep, 2024
Outstanding great hosts and hostess Mara Luca and Luigi
Loved it from beginning to end Lots of stops to enjoy a swim in the crystal clear water Our Captain Vincenzo and Michele served us a delicious pasta lunch And great way to see the beauty of the Island of Ponza
To the left of the Laziomar Ticket Office (Biglietteria) in Piazzale Sant'Antonio in port of Anzio. Your tour leader will be holding a sign stating "EcoArt"
If you are planning to arrive to Anzio by train, please note that the departure location is a 10-15 minute walk from Anzio's train station. Consult a map before departing.
Ending Point
Piazzale Sant'Antonio, Anzio
Please note: This schedule is indicative and timings and stops may vary according to traffic and weather.
8:15 AM Meet your tour leader at the ferry ticket office.
08:45 AM Departure time of fast boat transfer to Ponza Port
10:15 AM Arrival in Ponza Island Port
10:30 AM Breakfast in Ponza Island (May be moved to Port of Departure if time permits)
11:00 AM Departure for Boat Tour of the Island with Swim Stops
04:00 PM Return to Ponza Port + Free Time in Ponza Island Port
05:45 PM Departure for Port with fast boat transfer
07:45 PM Arrival in Port, end of service
Additional information
Sun Protection
Bathing Suit / Towel
Light Jacket
Daily expect Sunday
We are unfortunately unable to accomodate guests with wheelchairs.
Guests must be able to climb and descend stairs on their own.
To fully enjoy this tour, we recommend you are comfortable with boat trasportation and are able to swim.
At the time of your booking, please alert the staff to any particular food allergies.
All minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult.
If you are travelling with a young child (0-12), please alert the staff at the time of your booking so that we can better accomodate you.
We highly recommend you bring sun protection.
Due to the unique nature of this tour, last minute cancellations due to traffic, strikes, weather and other force majeure events are not uncommon. Please call +393459473454 the day before your scheduled departure to confirm the tour will be going forward. For cancellations before departure, a free change of date or full refund will be offered. In rare cases, it may not be possible to foresee a cancellation before departure. In cases where cancellations interrupt the tour after it has already departed, the tour itinerary, locations and timings may be adjusted as needed to offer an alternative of equal value. In such cases, guests may not be entitled to a refund.
In order to be eligible for a full refund your tour must be modified/cancelled by no less than 24 hours before your scheduled departure time. Due to the unique nature of this tour, last minute cancellations due to traffic, strikes, weather and other force majeure events are not uncommon. Please call +393459473454 the day before your scheduled departure to confirm the tour will be going forward. For cancellations before departure, a free change of date or full refund will be offered. In rare cases, it may not be possible to foresee a cancellation before departure. In cases where cancellations interrupt the tour after it has already departed, the tour itinerary, locations and timings may be adjusted as needed to offer an alternative of equal value. In such cases, guests may not be entitled to a refund.
Reviews
Camper49600315738
TripAdvisor
21 Apr, 2024
Great however very crouded
Skip the line tour was great however there still some lines Tour guide did a great job Ear bud device worked good despite my hard of hearing
This tour would not work at all without the device
shewa w
TripAdvisor
12 Sep, 2023
Loved the swimming
Our guide Riccardo was very helpful friendly and informative
Loved the swimming great captain he swam with us and moved any jellyfish in our way when we swam into the cave Great experience beautiful place would love to go again
Sean_S
Viator
15 Aug, 2023
Well organized motivated
Well organized motivated and friendly crew from the initial mails to finish Good size group Perfect way to visit the island
Sarah_F
Viator
12 Aug, 2023
Yes
Had such fun Amazing guide and incredible views Got to swim a bunch and talk with tons of good new friends
Journey559185
TripAdvisor
29 Jul, 2023
Great day of sunshine and saltwater
If you are after a dose of sunshine saltwater and spectacular coastline this is a great way to spend a day
It is a long day though so needs a fair bit of stamina and not for younger children and helps if you are a confident swimmer as getting in the beautiful water is the best bit
Theres not much to see in the water though Just a few small fish So perhaps think about the no snorkel option