Excursion to Golfo Tigullio and Golfo Paradiso

The strip of land eastwards from Rapallo to Sestri Levante is very suggestive and plenty of unique glimpses that you can enjoy only from the sea. Thanks to the crystal-clear sea, its mild marine breeze, the Mediterranean atmosphere and the aperitif on board, you will fall in love with this awesome area of the Eastern Riviera. During the excursion, our captain will explain you curiosities and distinctive features of the place.

Rapallo

Rapallo

Rapallo

Castello di Rapallo

Santa Margherita Ligure

Our excursion starts from the port of Santa Margherita Ligure or Rapallo and heads towards the wonderful and unique village of Portofino, where a stop for shopping and a visit of the village is a must. Once passed Punta del Faro, we will discover the protected marine area in its rocky beauty, and San Fruttuoso di Camogli, a gemstone accessible only on foot or by boat. Here we will dock to visit the abbey dedicated to San Fruttuoso di Terragona, where classical and light music concerts and FAI (National Trust of Italy) events take place.

Paraggi

Camogli

Promontorio di Portofino

Abbazia di San Fruttuoso

Portofino

Portofino

Paraggi

Camogli di notte

Abbazia di San Fruttuoso

Promontorio di Portofino

Promontorio di Portofino

Costa di Levante

Camogli

Portofino

Paraggi

At this point, we will head towards Camogli, where, mooring in Porto Pidocchio, it is possible to swim in calm and clean water, and enjoy an aperitif. Do not forget to indicate your preferences and requests: our captain will surely suggest a Pigato, a Vermentino or a Genoese Bianchetta wine. After a visit of the wonderful and characteristic village of Camogli, you will have the opportunity to have your lunch in one of the restaurants of Golfo Paradiso. Then we will head towards Sestri Levante. Along the coast you will have the opportunity to appraise Zoagli, Chiavari, Lavagna and Cavi di Lavagna from the sea. If you wish, we can have a stop in Sestri Levante for dinner, where you will enjoy the last swim. After that we will sail towards the port of departure.

Framura

Framura

Sestri Levante

Framura

Sestri Levante

Excursion to 5 Terre

The Cinque Terre (meaning “Five Lands”) are famous all over the world. It is a rugged portion of coast on the Eastern Ligurian Riviera, stretching to the west of the city of La Spezia, between Punta Mesco and Punta di Montenero and comprises five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Manarola, Vernazza, Riomaggiore and Corniglia. Discovering the Cinque Terre from the sea is a unique experience; you will have a unique view on breath-taking panoramas and the opportunity to admire panoramic landscapes without facing the crowd of tourists.

Leaving the port of departure (Rapallo), you will have the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful coast appraising the villages of Zoagli, Chiavari and the splendid Sestri Levante, followed by Riva Trigoso, Moneglia, and Deiva Marina, behind those you can see the famous Passo del Bracco. We will have a stop in Framura, a beautiful setting, characterized by green vegetation and crystal-clear water. Here you will be served with an aperitif including Ligurian focaccia. Leaving Levanto and passing Punta Mesco, we will enter in the “Cinque Terre” park.

Our captain usually lands in the last eastward village, showing you Riomaggiore, Manarola and Corniglia from the sea, three wonderful seaside resorts perched on the rocks but difficult to land without the help of small local tenders. Our excursion will proceed with a stop in Vernazza for lunch followed by a relaxing swim in Monterosso’s water with a sensational view. It will be an unforgettable tour!

Captain Roberto Tricoli word for it!

Vernazza

Corniglia

Portovenere by night

Cinque Terre

Il presepe di Manarola

Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre al tramonto

Vernazza

Porto Pidocchio

A boat ride without a boat license

Our Selva boat offers the considerable advantage of being used even without a boat licence. This entails a significant economic advantage and the freedom to enjoy the beauty of the Ligurian Coast from the sea.

Here there are some practical tips, ideas and suggestions to fully enjoy your boat trip.

Matrimonio in barca

Portovenere

Abbazia di San Fruttuoso

Il Comandante Roberto Tricoli

Selva davanti a Rapallo

Aperitivo sul mare

Delfini davanti a Deiva Marina

Rapallo

Framura

Delfini davanti a Deiva Marina

Portofino: at the transit on the right of the Umberto pier (ferry landing), bow on the dock and rope to secure rear (if free). We highly recommend to make a reservation for lunch at the restaurant “Lo Strainer”, on the left side of the quay – telephone number: 0185/269189. The mooring buoy is at your disposal for the time necessary to taste excellent fish courses.

Porto Pidocchio: buoys for boats. Moorer Paolo (tel. 334/2549868 – 339/4383836) will indicate you the suitable buoys; rely on his experience. We highly recommend to have your lunch at the restaurant “Lo Spadin”, which offers excellent courses and a great view on Golfo Paradiso and Genoa – for reservation call the number 0185/770624.

San Fruttuoso di Camogli: white buoys on the right. To get off the boat you should call the moorer Andrea (333/4352502). We recommend with pleasure the restaurant “Giorgio” (tel. 0185/771781), where you can taste excellent seafood specialities in a beautiful setting which certainly needs no introduction.

Sestri Levante: transit through port entrance or safety dock is subject to the permission of Locamare Sestri Levante – Coast Guard (tel. 0185/41295). We recommend without doubt the restaurant “San Marco”, where you can enjoy excellent meat, fish and seafood courses - book without hesitation calling the number 0185/41459.