1.5-hour boat tour of the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca
Highlights
- Set sail from Santa Maria di Leuca for a one-and-a-half-hour boat tour
- Visit the caves on the Adriatic side or those on the Ionian side
- Discover mysteries, legends and curious anecdotes told by your skipper
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Full description
Did you know that in Santa Maria di Leuca you can decide which sea to dive into?
Right where the Ionian and Adriatic seas embrace, an adventure awaits you among impressive cliffs and secret ravines. Join this one-and-a-half-hour boat trip and let the skipper guide you through the extreme edge of Italy.
Whether on the Ionian or Adriatic side, the caves you will visit will leave you speechless. And it will be even better to discover their legends and mysteries!
What we will do
We’ll meet 30 minutes before the scheduled time at the meeting point in Santa Maria di Leuca (LE). The skipper will be there to welcome us and take us on our boat trip along the Salento coast!
The tour will follow either the Adriatic or the Ionian coast, both of which are stunning and full of caves to explore.
Along the Adriatic coast, we’ll be able to admire the Cazzafri, Terradico, Verdusella and Ortocupo caves, before catching sight of the distinctive Grotta del Soffio, Grotta della Vora and Grotta delle Mannute.
On the Ionian side, we’ll visit the Porcinara Cave, the Diavolo Cave, the Fiume Cave, the Tre Porte Cave and the Grotta del Presepe, continuing on to the Grotta dei Giganti, the Grotta del Bambino and the Grotta di Mesciu Scianni.
During the boat trip, the skipper will tell us about the history and geological features of the area, whilst we admire the entrances to these natural treasures from the boat. We’ll also find time for a 20–30-minute swim stop.
The tour will conclude with our return to the meeting point. The activity will last a total of one and a half hours.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for everyone without age limits; children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Children from 0 to 2 years old do not pay: please communicate their presence to the contacts indicated in your booking confirmation email.
The boat is not easily accessible by wheelchair, except on specific request to be agreed in advance with the organisers; staff can however support passengers with slight mobility difficulties in boarding.
Other information
The activity takes place from May to October.
The itinerary and stops may vary depending on weather and sea conditions.
Depending on the time, the tour will take place on either the Ionian or the Adriatic coast: 9. 00 am, 12. 00 pm, 3. 00 pm and 6. 00 pm on the Ionian coast; 10. 30 am, 1. 30 pm and 4. 30 pm on the Adriatic side.
The vessel used may be a 7-metre fibreglass boat fitted with an awning, a shower and a boarding ladder; or an 8-metre Stinger 28 GT inflatable , equipped with an awning, sun deck, fenders and a toilet/changing area with a WC. Footwear is not permitted on board.
Small dogs are welcome on board.
Paid parking is available on site. The meeting point is accessible by public transport.
Recommended clothing
- Clothing suitable for the season
- Swimming costume
Don't forget to bring
- Beach towel
- Sun cream
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Santa Maria di Leuca, Lecce
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
