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Ponza Island Day Trip from Rome with Boat Excursion

Discover the Roman's Secret Island
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€ 169.00
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Explore Rome's secret island, Ponza, on a day trip departing from central Rome. Avoid crowded, lacklustre beaches near Rome and enjoy c.. Read more

  • Swim and relax on a 5 hour boat excursion.

  • Explore blue grottoes and swim alongside stunning scenery! 

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Children
(2 - 12)
09 january 2023
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Ponza Island Day Trip from Rome with Boat Excursion

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About the tour

Explore Rome's secret island, Ponza, on a day trip departing from central Rome. Avoid crowded, lacklustre beaches near Rome and enjoy crystal-clear waters 30 nautical miles away in Ponza.

The ferry to Ponza, costing 60 euros (not included, payable at check-in), departs from Anzio, offering a 1.5-hour ride. Upon arrival in Ponza, take a brief break for breakfast and board an excursion boat for an exhilirating 5-hour circumnavigation of Ponza. Discover hidden coves, gravity-defying rock formations, and blue grottoes while your expert tour leader translates the Italian commentary. Make 4-5 stops for swimming and snorkeling, and enjoy a pasta lunch freshly prepared by the captain and served on board, picnic style.

The boat excursion ends at 4:00 PM, providing an hour of free time in Ponza's lively port to enjoy an ice cream or a spritz, or to shop. Board the return ferry to Anzio, reaching central Rome just before 9:00 PM. This organized tour handles logistics, ensuring a worry-free experience.

Opt for the "with snorkel" option to receive your own set of gear, or choose a private experience with hotel pick-up, a guide, skipper, and a private boat. For the private excursion, lunch is not included but can be purchased in the port and brought on board or you can schedule a lunch stop at a restaurant. Ferry tickets for the private experience cost an additional 60 euros (paid at check-in).


Daily except Sunday

14 hrs - departure 07:00AM

English

what’s included
  • English-Speaking Tour Assistant
  • Round Trip Transportation to/from Anzio or other port of call in an air-conditioned bus.
  • Island Boat Cruise with Swimming & Sightseeing Stops
  • Snorkel Set with Mask & Snorkel (Additional Cost - If Option Selected) 
  • Pasta Lunch with Water and Wine Served Onboard
what’s excluded
  • Fast ferry tickets (60 euro per person to be paid at check-in)
  • Gratuities
  • Swimming Gear
  • Beach Towel
  • Sun Protection
Melodee_B

Viator 11 Sep, 2024

Wonderful experience except for the ferry

The guide Ponza and the boat ride around the island were all 5 stars But the 2 hour ferry ride on rough seas was horrible

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Itinerary

Starting Point

We meet front of Caffè Cestia in Piazza di Porta San Paolo 1. Please note that above the bar the sign says “BAR PIRAMIDE” and not Caffè Cestia. The caffè is located to the left of OTTICA PIRAMIDE. Look for our representative wearing the color bright green and carrying a flag with the EcoArt logo.The cafè is open in the early mornings. The closest metro stop is the Line B - Piramide station.

Please consult a map before departing for the meeting point.

Ending Point

Piramide Metro Stop. 

Please note: This schedule is indicative and timings and stops may vary according to traffic and weather. 

7:00 AM Departure from meeting point to Port 

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

05:30 PM Departure for Port with fast boat transfer

07:30 PM Arrival in Port, Pick up for return to Rome center

09:00 PM Estimated arrival time in Rome

Additional information
  • Sun Protection
  • Bathing Suit / Towel
  • Light Jacket

Daily except 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 preferences or allergies so we can best advise you.
  • 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 from Rome, 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 from Rome, 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
Ryan P
TripAdvisor
20 Dec, 2016
Ponza boat trip

Incredible trip. We took a bus early in the morning to a ferry, ferried to the beautiful island of Ponza, got on a boat with roughly 30 people, sailed all around Ponza stopping off at beautiful coves with our guide describing their history. Amazing experience.

Brunch L
TripAdvisor
21 Apr, 2016
Surreal!

I wanted to explore the local side of the country and do some snorkeling, so I booked this tour through. This tour is a must for anyone who likes to swim and snorkel! It was well organized, my tour guide was accommodating and very knowledgeable about the area and its history, and they serve you lunch on the boat!...

Lisa R
TripAdvisor
21 Apr, 2016
Ponza Day Trip - Incredible!

I cannot convey how amazing EcoArt's day trip to Ponza is. We just took this trip halfway through a weeklong trip to Rome with our two kids, ages 9 and 11. And while Rome is spectacular, Ponza felt like paradise on earth. It's a craggy yet beautiful island on the Tyrrhenian Sea, surrounded by the clearest, bluest water I've ever seen. With EcoArt, we explored the entire island by fishing boat: Kimberly, our guide, worked with the captain to pick choice swimming and snorkeling spots, shared geologic and historical info along the way, and even made sure our youngest had a floater in the water. We all had a blast; my kids both claimed it was "the best family outing we've ever had." Finally, I should also add that Kimberly--in addition to being super friendly and knowledgable about Ponza and Lazio--made all the logistics work. The bus and ferry and boat rides were all coordinated perfectly--not an easy feat in Italy. So go to Ponza!! You'll love it and the tour EcoArt has put together

Jenny C
TripAdvisor
21 Apr, 2016
Best day trip out of Rome

Kimberly was amazing. Knew when to inform us and when to give us time to relax. She was incredibly informative and knowledgeable, giving us historical information, architectural tips, geological info and general knowledge of the ecosystems. The island itself is picturesque. Cerulean blue waters with incredible clarity. Snorkeling is a must. Definitely would do again, best day trip out of Rome. Thanks to the eco travel team.

Mary H
TripAdvisor
21 Apr, 2016
A delightful and relaxing excursion.

We have just returned from a delightful day with Kimberly at Ponza Island. What a charming and knowledgeable guide is Kimberly. From the moment we met, Kimberly made us comfortable and kept things running like clockwork. Ponza Island is stunningly beautiful and surprisingly unspoiled - towering cliffs, warm blue water, and accessible Roman history. Captain Lucca brought us within arms reach of grotto walls and deposited us in calm swimming areas along the coast.

4.9
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