Full-Day Island of Ponza Cruise Trip from Anzio Including Lunch

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Duration:12 hours (approx.)
Location: Ponza Island, Rome

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Explore the truly off-the-beaten track island on Ponza on this swimming, snorkeling and exploring day trip from Anzio! Mysterious grottoes, stunning views and crystal clear seas await you. Meet us directly at Anzio port for your ferry tickets. The ferry transfer lasts about 1.5 hours. In Ponza, board a small boat excursion with other travellers and your English-speaking tour leader. We will spend 5 hours circumnavigating the island. A pasta lunch will be served on-board with wine, water and coffee. We will stop 3-4 times to jump off the boat and swim. Exact stops will depend on the sea conditions. At the end of the day, enjoy an hour of free time to explore the historic center before heading back to Anzio by ferry.

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1. Porto di Anzio
Meet us directly at the port in the perfect seaside town of Anzio before the ferry departure. Your tour leader will get you set up with your tickets and let you know what to expect from the day. Grab a quick breakfast or just enjoy the views of the boats coming and going.
2. Ponza Island
After an easy 1.5 hour ferry ride, we will finally arrive at the port of Ponza Island. You will have a short break before departure for the circumnavigation of Ponza Island, but no worries, you will have time to explore the colorful seaside promenade at the end of the day. We will board our smaller excursion boat for an early 11AM departure and meet our captain and the crew, as well as fellow travellers -- mostly vacationing Italians! A few pieces of advice about boat safety and we will be on our way.
3. Grotte di Pilato
One of the first stops is among the most spectacular, three grottoes carved by hand by the Ancient Romans, right into the cliffside at sea level forming protected pools.
4. Chiaia Di Luna
This smooth, moon colored cliff is a favorite stop in Ponza. Your tour leader will describe the romantic legend that gives the cliff its name. If the sea conditions are right, we might even have a swim stop here.
5. Punta Di Capo Bianco
This unique rock formation is bright white, and thats because it was formed from compressed volcanic ash called. There is even a long grotto that runs straight through the cliff here, and at noon the sun creates spectacular blue reflections in the water, retro-illuminating the grotto. Are you adventurous enough to swim through the grotto end to end? If the sea conditions are right, join your tour leader for this unique experience!
6. Piscine Naturali
One of the more popular swimming areas reachable by land, the "Natural Pools" are a sight to behold... perfect swimming pools carved into the rocks by nature. Just beyond this Ponza is the gorgeous sparkling turquoise beach of "Lucia Rosa" where we usually anchor the boat to enjoy a simple pasta lunch, cooked fresh by the captain and his first mate in the boats tiny kitchen. Lunch is served with water and white wine. To top of it off, a perfect Italian espresso. All lunches are served using compostable, single use plates, cups and flatware.
7. Cala Feola
Cala Feola is Ponza's second port, for smaller boats and is the main area of a quieter side of the island.
8. Cala dell'Acqua
Today Ponza doesn't have its own water source, but long ago, it did and we can see the remnants here in this cove, called "of the water" just for this reason. Note the tiny waterfalls trickling down the cliffside... runoff from what is left of Ponza natural spring. You can also still see the ruins of an ancient Roman aqueduct that once carried the water throughout the island.
9. Cala Fonte
Another beautiful little cove most easily reached by boat.
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Lots of history near this little cove. We'll float over the spot where an american landing ship tank sunk during a storm in WWII, a popular spot for divers today. Survey the remnants of a mine that once provided jobs to the Ponzan people. The closure of the mine marked a turning point in the history of the island, to an economy based heavily on fishing and tourism.
11. Cala Felci
Nearing the northernmost tip of Ponza, we'll discover the colorful "Felci Cove". Here, sulphur has colored the cliff walls a bright yellow which contracts with the sparkling emerald of the sea here. This is a common swimming spot, and we'll likely drop anchor here to explore.
12. Arco Naturale
Ponza is a volcanic island, meaning the rock here is soft and constantly being shaped and moulded by the sea. No better example of this can be seen than here, at the "Natural Arch" -- a giant sea stack which has been hollowed out in the center forming an enormous rock arch, big enough to pass a boat under.
13. Spiaggia Di Frontone
The last stop before heading back to port is the Beach of "Frontone". This is the most popular beach on the island and even at the end of the day it is crowded with Italian sunbathers.
14. Centro Storico di Ponza
From when we reach the port and disembark, you will have a full free hour to explore the historic center of Ponza. Soak in the end of day atmosphere, have a fresh cold aperitivo or head to the shops: there is something for everyone here. Finally, we will board our ferry transfer to head back to Anzio port where the day ends.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• A current valid photo ID is required on the day of travel for all group members.
• To fully enjoy this tour, we recommend you are comfortable with boat transportation and are able to swim.
• At the time of your booking, please alert the staff to any particular food preferences or allergies so that we can accomodate you.
• All minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• If you are traveling with a young child (0-12), please alert the staff at the time of your booking so that we can better accommodate you.
• We highly recommend you bring sun protection.
• Due to the unique nature of this tour, last minute cancellations due to traffic, strikes, minimum numbers and weather are a possibility. Call us the day before your visit to check on the status of your trip. If you are unable to call, and you do not hear from us, consider your trip confirmed.
• For all tours cancelled due to traffic, strikes or weather an alternative will be offered or a free change of date. Where neither are possible, a full refund will be offered.

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Posted By : Escape668231
Fantastic trip, beautiful landscapes, crystal clear sea! Valerio, our guide, has been very kind and interesting, the lunch on board was excellent!
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Posted On : 2024-06-23 14:35:53

Posted By : Trip713911
Excellent experience . I enjoyed the excursion , the organization , the lunch and of course the ability of Gianluca in taking care of the group . He is an excellent guide , speaking a very good English. The excursion took us around the island by stopping in the most beautiful coves . The island is just wonderful with cobalt blue water and nice panoramas.
Highly recommended .
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Posted On : 2024-06-20 05:19:17

Posted By : Viorica_T
The island is amazing, the tour was great.
Gina is a very professional guide, friendly and lovely. And the whole crew were very well organised. A big thanks to all of them.
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Posted On : 2024-06-19 15:33:02

Posted By : ethanj307
Gina was just amazing and so helpful. I really enjoyed the tour, being led by her.
She managed and planned everything so well. She‘s definitely the best day-trip guide I have ever had!!!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-16 06:01:29

Posted By : Camper49600315738
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.
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Posted On : 2024-04-21 09:41:30

Posted By : shewa w
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!
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Posted On : 2023-09-12 07:24:21

Posted By : Sean_S
Well organized motivated and friendly crew from the initial mails to finish. Good size group. Perfect way to visit the island.
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Posted On : 2023-08-15 13:22:14

Posted By : 583shaynal
We had an amazing trip! Valerio was the best tour guide and kept the whole day running smoothly. The 5 hour boat ride was incredible. From the gorgeous blue and green waters to the snorkel gear and the cave swimming, this was definitely the highlight of our trip to Italy. We highly recommend this tour to all who are looking for a beautiful day on a boat! The transportation was seamless; 100% worth the early wake up!!
Thank you to Valerio, our captain/ cook and Marco for a fabulous day in Ponza Island.
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Posted On : 2023-08-15 03:19:35

Posted By : Sarah_F
Had such fun. Amazing guide and incredible views. Got to swim a bunch and talk with tons of good new friends
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Posted On : 2023-08-12 13:23:29

Posted By : Journey559185
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.
There’s not much to see in the water though. Just a few small fish. So perhaps think about the no snorkel option.
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Posted On : 2023-07-29 06:54:30