3-hour boat trip to the Ponente and Levante caves in Santa Maria di Leuca
Highlights
- Explore both sides of Santa Maria di Leuca in a 3-hour tour
- Discover the legends of the Ponente and Levante caves with the skipper
- Dive for two swimming breaks in the clearest waters of Salento
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Full description
Feeling more Adriatic or Ionian? In Santa Maria di Leuca you don't have to choose!
Climb aboard for a 3-hour boat trip that will take you to the exact spot where the two seas meet, giving you a unique natural spectacle. Together with a skipper, you will explore the caves on both sides, with stops for swimming and tales of local legends.
What are you waiting for? Get ready to discover your favourite cave!
What we will do
The appointment is 30 minutes before the indicated time at the meeting point in Santa Maria di Leuca (LE) . Awaiting us will be the skipper who will accompany us on our boat trip along the Salento coast!
We will start the navigation by exploring the Adriatic side, characterised by impressive cliffs. We will pass the Cazzafri, Terradico, Verdusella and Ortocupo caves, until we reach the Grotta del Soffio, the Grotta della Vora and the Grotta delle Mannute. On the Adriatic side, we will make an initial swimming stop of around 20-30 minutes, diving into the intensely nuanced waters.
We will then continue our exploration on the Ionian side, which offers an even more astonishing selection of caves. We will visit the Grotta Porcinara, the Grotta del Diavolo, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte and the Grotta del Presepe, continuing on to the Grotta dei Giganti, the Grotta del Bambino and the Grotta di Mesciu Scianni. We will also stop at a point chosen by the skipper for a second swimming stop of another 20-30 minutes.
During the navigation, the skipper will tell us about the history and geological curiosities of the area, while we stay to admire the entrances to these natural treasures from the boat.
The tour will end with a return to the meeting point. The activity will last a total of 3 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.
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 November.
The itinerary and stops may vary depending on weather and sea conditions.
The boat used may be a 7-metre fibreglass boat equipped with an awning, shower and climbing ladder; or an 8-metre Stinger28 GT dinghy equipped with an awning, sundeck, radi and toilet/dressing area with WC. No shoes are allowed on board.
Small dogs are welcome on board.
On-site parking spaces are available for a fee. The meeting point can be reached 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.
