Things to do in Gaeta

Joining this tour you will discover the peninsula of Gaeta in company with a local guide. You will sail along its waters, admire its beautiful castles and cliffs, and go swimming and snorkeling in one of the peninsula's hidden gems. Once we leave the port in Gaeta Medievale, you will start relaxing on the boat sailing along Gaeta. We will firstly look over its Gulf, where you turn your gaze upon its old-age buildings and some of the most important churches; then you will discover the rest of the ancient defensive walls and fortifications of the city and its two medieval castles, the Angioino and the Aragonese castles. On board the guide will tell you about the history, culture, myths, legends and traditions characterizing this wonderful coastal city. We will then go on sailing alongside the Orlando Mountain Cliffs, tipically overhanging the sea, and marvel at the sight of the Turkish Cave and the Split Mountain, two singular natural attractions full of history and legends. From the boat you will then admire Serapo's beach, one the most popular beach of Gaeta and his particular Serapo's Ship, a rock looking like a ship submerged in the water; then we will pass alongside another little natural cave, known as the Devil Cave and finish in an incredible hidden bay, only reachable by boat. Here we will stop and, if you want to, you will swim and snorkel, cradled by these magic blue waters. The boat will finally get back to the initial port.

The tour of the Gaeta peninsula is an almost obligatory stop when you come to Gaeta. Gaeta View from the sea has a truly singular perspective. By the sea you can well admire the Gulf with the ancient Fortifications, called bastions, and the perspective helps to better understand how Gaeta was made long ago. After the gulf, we go sailing into the blue water of the Oasis of Orlando Mountain, a protected natural reserve where the cells of the ancient military prisons of the Angioino-Aragonese castle overlook. We will sail along all the cliffs, rocks overhanging the sea, which host the ancient "glimpses" of the Turkish cave and the Split Mountain. After passing the cliffs you arrive on the other side of the peninsula, or the beach of Serapo. The tour lasts about 1 hour, in which, the sailor will explain in detail everything that meets along the coast. During the tour there will be several breaks where you can dwell to admire and take pictures of the truly suggestive landscapes. Each excursion and activities on board depend on the conditions of the sea, therefore we ask you to trust the work and the advice of the commanders.

With this boat tour experience lasting 4 hours, you will discover wonderful places sailing along the coast from Gaeta to Sperlonga. Once we leave the Harbour in the Medieval part of Gaeta, we start the tour circumnavigating panoramically the peninsula of Gaeta; we will admire its Gulf viewing the rest of the ancient defensive walls and fortifications; sailing in the blue protected area of Orlando Mountain Oasis, we will see the two old-aged castles, Angioino and Aragonese. We will then approach the Orlando Mountain cliffs, overhaning the sea, with the infamous Turkish Cave and Split Mountain, of which the guide will tell you the history and legends about. The boat will go on sailing alongside Serapo's Beach, the Fontania zone and its small beach and the peculiar rock of Serapo's Ship, and then we will pass alongside the Devil Cave, another singular natural cove of the coast, characterized by a legend too. The boat will go on his way sailing along the other beaches of Gaeta ( Ariana, Scissure, 300 Steps, Sant'Agostino ecc..). We will see the small Dolls Cave, nearby Sperlonga, a natural cove characterized by many stalagmites looking like little dolls. Then we will go on along the coast seeing the other incredible rocky points and coves of this zone until to reach Sperlonga, where we will admire the rest of the ancient villa belonged to Tiberius Emperor, and Truglia Tower, Sperlonga typical interest point, built on the rest of an ancient Saracena controlling and positionament tower. During this experience we will stop and make you swim in wonderful and extraordinary bays where you can explore while snorkeling. The hidden, singular places where we will stop are unique and reachable only by the sea. After this incredible sightseeing and enjoyning way, the boat will then get back to the starting point.

Set sail to discover Palmarola on a full-day boat tour from Ponza, the largest of the islands off the Gulf of Gaeta. Sailing along Ponza from the Grotte di Pilato to the Faro della Guardia, you will then sail towards Palmarola to discover its rocky and jagged coast, framed by shining turquoise waters. The hours will fly by between dives in the sea, delicious breaks, and toasts on board in the company of a friendly skipper and your excursion companions. It will be an opportunity to make new friends and relax blissfully.

1- At the exit of the port you will see from the sea the cave of Tiberius with the remains of the Villa and you will listen to a short historical story 2-We will reach the splendid and uncontaminated bay of the Blue Grotto, for those who want it, it will be time to put on masks and fins and dive for a 30-minute swim break. For the more daring, it will be possible to swim to the cave which has stalagmites and a fantastic cliff. The bath will be refreshing and regenerating because spring water comes out directly from the cliff. 3-We will continue towards Gaeta until we reach the Montagna Spaccata, a magical place that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Here on a rock wedged between the cliffs and suspended over the deep blue sea stands the Sanctuary of the S.S. Trinità built in the 11th century. We will admire rock walls more than 80m high that drop sheer into the sea and fabulous natural caves, including the imposing Grotta del Turco. After passing Serapo beach we will arrive at the Pozzo del Diavolo, a cave at the top of which there is a hole as large as its perimeter. We will make the second 30-minute swim and snorkel stop to explore the enchanting seabed of the Monte Orlando Marine Protected Area. 4- We will enter the gulf of Gaeta and it will be wonderful to see the city from the sea, admire the Neo-Gothic Temple of San Francesco which overlooks the sea in all its majesty. 5- On the return journey we will continue towards the west to let you admire the stupendous Torre Truglia, symbol of Sperlonga, and the historic center behind it .... it will be time to take souvenir photos with an unforgettable flavor. 6- return to the port and after the mooring maneuvers it will be possible to get off the boat.Be enchanted by the crystal-clear waters of a protected marine reserve

Tour will depart from Gaeta, from where you can admire the Aragonese Castle overlooking the sea. We will head towards Monte Orlando Regional Park, a place that can offer surprising and enchanting sceneries. The glimpse of the cliffs, walls more than 80 meters high, which drop sheer into the sea and the sight of the massive and evocative "Grotta del Turco" will be unforgettable. At the extreme point of the promontory the Sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata awaits us. A small spur of rock in the middel of the sea attracts our attention: it’s the "ship of Serapo", so called because it’s shape vaguely resembles a vessel. Arrived in Sperlonga we will admire the medieval towers dating back to 1500 and the wonderful natural caves of limestone formation: the Bazzano caves, Capovento caves and the most evocative, the "Blue Grotto". Immerse yourself in its crystal clear waters! We will continue along the ancient Via Flacca (187 BC) and the Cave of Tiberius before returning to Gaeta.

1- At the exit of the port you will see from the sea the cave of Tiberius with the remains of the Villa and you will listen to a short historical story 2-We will reach the splendid and uncontaminated bay of the Blue Grotto, for those who want it, it will be time to put on masks and fins and dive for a 30-minute swim break. For the more daring, it will be possible to swim to the cave which has stalagmites and a fantastic cliff. The bath will be refreshing and regenerating because spring water comes out directly from the cliff. 3-We will continue towards Gaeta until we reach the Montagna Spaccata, a magical place that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Here on a rock wedged between the cliffs and suspended over the deep blue sea stands the Sanctuary of the S.S. Trinità built in the 11th century. We will admire rock walls more than 80m high that drop sheer into the sea and fabulous natural caves, including the imposing Grotta del Turco. After passing Serapo beach we will arrive at the Pozzo del Diavolo, a cave at the top of which there is a hole as large as its perimeter. We will make the second 30-minute swim and snorkel stop to explore the enchanting seabed of the Monte Orlando Marine Protected Area. 4- We will enter the gulf of Gaeta and it will be wonderful to see the city from the sea, admire the Neo-Gothic Temple of San Francesco which overlooks the sea in all its majesty. 5- On the return journey we will continue towards the west to let you admire the stupendous Torre Truglia, symbol of Sperlonga, and the historic center behind it .... it will be time to take souvenir photos with an unforgettable flavor. 6- return to the port and after the mooring maneuvers it will be possible to get off the boat.Be enchanted by the crystal-clear waters of a protected marine reserve

We will leave from Gaeta, admiring the Aragonese Castle overlooking the sea. We will head towards Monte Orlando Regional Park, a place that will offer surprising and enchanting sceneries. You will never forget the glimpse of the cliffs, walls more than 80 meters high above the sea the majestic and evocative "Turkish Cave". At the extreme point of the promontory the Sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata awaits us. A small rock right in the middel of the sea is called the "ship of Serapo", because its shape vaguely resembles a vessel. Once in Sperlonga we will admire the medieval towers dating back to 1500 and the wonderful natural limestone caves: Bazzano caves, Capovento caves and the most evocative, the "Blue Grotto". Immerse yourself in its crystal clear waters! Very suitable activity for birthdays or stag/hen parties.

Join us on a spectacular 4.5-hour tour along the beautiful Riviera di Ulisse, between Sperlonga and Gaeta, where nature, history, and the sea come together in a unique and unforgettable experience. We depart from the picturesque port of Sperlonga, a charming seaside village considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Our first stop is the Grotta di Tiberio, a real archaeological gem overlooking the sea: an ancient villa of the Roman emperor, today it offers breathtaking views of history and nature. From here, we skirt the beautiful beach of Bazzano, following the ancient route of the Via Flacca, whose ruins can still be seen among the cliffs overlooking the blue sea. The tour continues to the marvelous Grotta Azzurra, an enchanted corner where the light reflected on the sea creates magical plays of color. Millennial stalactites and stalagmites frame an immersive experience: here there will be time for a refreshing swim or a bit of snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters. Once past the promontory, you enter the territory of Gaeta, where one of the most legendary places on the coast awaits you: the majestic Montagna Spaccata (Split Mountain). Among the high cliffs stands a small chapel set in the rock, suspended between sky and sea. A surprising sight, full of spirituality and charm. A little further on is the spectacular Grotta del Turco, with its vertical crevices and emerald waters: a scene that leaves you speechless. And to top it all off, on the way back, a small but delicious aperitif awaits you on board, with local artisan pizza and a glass of chilled prosecco. A toast to the sea, beauty, and freedom! A tour for those seeking excitement, beauty, and authentic contact with the heart of the Mediterranean. Book now and experience the magic of Sperlonga and Gaeta from the sea!

1- At the exit of the port you will see from the sea the cave of Tiberius with the remains of the Villa and you will listen to a short historical story 2-We will reach the splendid and uncontaminated bay of the Blue Grotto, for those who want it, it will be time to put on masks and fins and dive for a 30-minute swim break. For the more daring, it will be possible to swim to the cave which has stalagmites and a fantastic cliff. The bath will be refreshing and regenerating because spring water comes out directly from the cliff. 3-We will continue towards Gaeta until we reach the Montagna Spaccata, a magical place that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Here on a rock wedged between the cliffs and suspended over the deep blue sea stands the Sanctuary of the S.S. Trinità built in the 11th century. We will admire rock walls more than 80m high that drop sheer into the sea and fabulous natural caves, including the imposing Grotta del Turco. After passing Serapo beach we will arrive at the Pozzo del Diavolo, a cave at the top of which there is a hole as large as its perimeter. We will make the second 30-minute swim and snorkel stop to explore the enchanting seabed of the Monte Orlando Marine Protected Area. 4- We will enter the gulf of Gaeta and it will be wonderful to see the city from the sea, admire the Neo-Gothic Temple of San Francesco which overlooks the sea in all its majesty. 5- On the return journey we will continue towards the west to let you admire the stupendous Torre Truglia, symbol of Sperlonga, and the historic center behind it .... it will be time to take souvenir photos with an unforgettable flavor. 6- return to the port and after the mooring maneuvers it will be possible to get off the boat.Be enchanted by the crystal-clear waters of a protected marine reserve