Blue Grotto Mini Cruise: Exploring Breathtaking Landscapes and Historic Sights in Sperlonga
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165 Ratings
Sperlonga
Embark on a breathtaking mini cruise in Sperlonga's Blue Grotto. Explore historic sights, crystal clear waters, and stunning landscapes in Riviera di Ulisse Regional Park.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Villa of Tiberius - On leaving the harbour you will see the Grotta di Tiberio with the remains of the Villa, from the sea and listen to a brief historical of what it represented for the Roman Empire, and what it still represents for the people of the place today.
What's Included
  • Pool noodle available for use
  • Narration from the skipper about attractions
  • Fresh water shower to rinse off salt
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
  • Sun-covering curtain onboard
  • On-board restrooms for convenience
  • Changing room available on the boat
  • Easy-to-use ladder for water access
What's Not Included
  • snorkel
Additional Information

Our voyage begins from the port of Sperlonga, leisurely navigating within the Riviera di Ulisse Regional Park. We’ll share tales of our shoreline, renowned for its historical richness and stunning vistas. The expedition starts with a visit to Grotta di Tiberio, embellished by the eponymous emperor with numerous marble statues honouring Ulysses’ adventures. We’ll then proceed along the ancient Via Flacca from 187 BC, marvel at the medieval towers dating back to the 1500s, and finally explore the impressive natural limestone formations: the Bazzano caves, Capovento caves, and the most compelling - the ‘Blue Grotto’. Eager for a splash? Dive into its crystal-clear waters! Take a refreshing snorkel or swim toward the cave if you wish… guaranteed, it will be an experience you’ll never forget! We’ll only call it a day when we arrive back at the port.

  • We are located at the Port of Sperlonga. With the Truglia Tower behind us, we are on the right side, where you will first find the ticket office and then the reception along the promenade on the pier (the last desk on the left). Attention: we are in a limited traffic area (ZTL). We recommend parking at “Parking delle vite”, a private car park located at the entrance to Sperlonga. With a shuttle they will take you directly to us. If the desk is occupied you will have to wait your turn because the desks next to you, even if very close, represent other organizations that cannot manage your reservation. Arrival 15 minutes early is required to formalize boarding procedures. No delay will be tolerated for the scheduled departure at the established time.

  • The snorkeling equipment that is shown in some photos is not owned by us, but belongs to the summer camp that takes part in our excursions. Therefore we will not provide that type of model.

  • On request it is possible, for large groups, to organize the tour for more than 12 people up to 100 at the same time using several boats at our disposal or a single larger one. For such large groups, make individual reservations of 15 people (maximum bookable number) in sequence up to the desired number.

  • We recommend the experience in the morning compared to the afternoon one because the sea is always calmer. In fact, it can happen that in the afternoon in a short time the sea can get agitated due to mistral winds and in those cases the Tour has to be canceled with little notice for the guests.

  • Note: The snorkel (for hygiene reasons also related to covid) is not included, the traveler must bring it.

Location
Via del Porto, 3
Via del Porto
Park in via dell'angolo. Coming from the corner parking lot, our desk with the umbrella is positioned as before of the 3 there are, it is the largest with the RED counter color. Among the photos of the announcement you can see the photo of our station.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Dianne
Oct 13, 2023
Blue grotto boat cruise from Sperlonga. - Very nice boat ride! We really enjoyed swimming in the beautiful blue grotto. Highly recommend! Our captain was very nice.
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L1143nialessandror
Sep 30, 2023
Mini cruise to the Sperlonga blue cave - An excursion with these guys definitely not to be missed if you are in Sperlonga. From the boat you can admire views that cannot be enjoyed from land and swim in a fantastic sea. Fair price
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296jaymem
Sep 29, 2023
Amazing - Amazing boat ride!!! the view was so beautiful & the swim in the grotto was amazing. will definitely be coming back!!
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Ryanmk1286ut
Sep 25, 2023
Great people - Lot of Fun - This excursion was fantastic. Our captain was phenomenal and very informative. We had a relaxing ride with great conversation in English. I highly recommend this trip.
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Lauraaq3693ui
Sep 19, 2023
A pleasant bath in the cave - Nice trip with explanations of the Villa of Tiberius and a pleasant stop to swim in the Blue Grotto. The view of the Truglia Tower and Sperlonga from the sea is splendid. Courteous staff. Short trip but highly recommended.
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Jaminq2023
Sep 16, 2023
Sperlonga boat trip - The boat ride was amazing and the tour guide was very informative. We had a great time and an experience we won’t forget.
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Marielled293
Sep 13, 2023
Recommended! - Very good experience, out of high season and I had the boat to myself. Very good explanation from Vincenzo about all the historical things you see along the coast. Enough time to swim and enter the caves. Be sure to bring your snorkeling gear! Well arranged that there is a shuttle service from the parking lot to the port (for a small fee).
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Alessandramj6829gg
Sep 4, 2023
Exciting experience - The experience was beautiful. Panoramas that convey fantastic emotions. The girls had fun and expressed the desire to do it again next summer. Polite, friendly and helpful staff.
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Beatrice
Sep 3, 2023
Blue Lagoon - Beautiful trip in the clear waters of Sperlonga. Very kind and friendly staff and wonderful sea. The excursion, already enchanting in itself, is enriched by the historical-artistic information provided by the on-board staff regarding the archaeological sites of this area. Not to be missed, the half-hour bath in the crystalline blue cave!
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Ant
Sep 4, 2023
Without infamy and without praise - Nice tour of about 90 minutes, €60 per person. Boat in good condition, explanations not particularly detailed but interesting. The cave is nice but nothing exceptional compared to many others.
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