Tourist boat tour of the Gaeta peninsula
Description
Dario Vecchio, since 1989 carries out tourist trips and boat excursions in Gaeta Gaeta is a peninsula, as I use to call it a "spit" of land in the middle of the sea, seeing it from the sea helps to understand its particular morphology which makes it breathtaking. From the sea you can get a different perspective of the Gulf and the coast
Tour Options
Itinerary
As soon as we leave the moorings, we will admire the Gulf of Gaeta, we will understand its somewhat particular morphology, we will have a different perspective of its fortifications, which seen from the sea make their grandeur more evident. We will then see the Church of the Annunziata, the Dome of San Domenico, and the Cathedral and Church of San Francesco which each for reasons that we will explain on board dominate the Gulf
Left the Gulf, supreme Punta Stendardo,. to still admire the fortifications of the city and the old village, which many years ago developed mainly on the upper part of the cliffs. Afterwards, after the fortifications and the old village, you will admire the Church of San Giovanni a Mare, built in the 12th century overhanging the sea, whose dome can be seen from the Gulf. Then the morphology of the coast returns to enter the Oasi Blu di Monte Orlando regional park. This is a protected area. From inside the oasis, we could see the Castle from both the Angevin side and the Aragonese side. The famous phrase at the time when the Castles were prisons "I'll send you to Gaeta" The duration corresponds to the journey to reach the various attractions; there is no plan to get off the boat
Inside the park, you can admire the cliffs of Monte Orlando, a limestone rock overlooking the sea. We advise you to see our Sun viator photos, they help to give an idea The duration corresponds to the journey we take along the coast to see the cliffs; there is no plan to get off the boat
The Grotta del Turco is part of the cliffs, on board we will explain the genesis of the name and of the cave The duration corresponds to the journey to reach the attraction, there is no disembarkation from the boat
Next, alongside the Grotta del Turco, we will be able to admire the Montagna Spaccata with an adjoining chapel set among the rocks. On board we will explain the genesis of the Mountain, the Sanctuary and the names attributed to it. The duration corresponds to the journey to reach the attraction; there is no plan to get off the boat
After the eastern part of the peninsula, we will arrive on the western side of the peninsula of Gaeta, which houses the 7 characteristic beaches of Gaeta, We will only see the Serapo beach. On board, the captain narrates the story of Ulysses, who gives life to the name of our Riviera After the Serapo beach we will set off for the return. The duration corresponds to the journey to reach the attraction; there is no plan to get off the boat
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(116)
Very nice tour with an oustanding guid and a superb service! I can highly recommend it!
An enchanting experience. Fabulous. The staff was very kind, helpful, and welcoming. Thanks guys.
Boat trip, almost exclusive, there were 9 of us, the staff was very friendly and welcoming. One-hour trip but more than enough to see the beauty of Gaeta from the sea.
Truly beautiful excursion! Impeccable organization, kind and helpful staff, and a spectacular view. It was a relaxing and pleasant experience, perfect for enjoying the sea in good company. Highly recommended, I would gladly do it again!
It is a great experience, specially the price you pay for it. Views are stunning and you also have the opportunity to learn the historic background of every single spot in Gaeta.
Stunning tour, and the girl Diletta who explains is very skilled.
It was an amazing boat trip. the staffs were so friendly and kind. Highly recommended. Cheers!
A very pleasant experience to discover the natural beauties of Gaeta from a unique perspective. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Recommended.
Beautiful experience! The guide is a very knowledgeable and kind young woman, with an experienced and very helpful crew. We chose the one-hour trip, and they took us to the highlights of the Gulf of Gaeta. Highly recommended! Thank you, guys!
Wonderful and thrilling boat excursion. The guide does this work with immense passion, passed down from his father, and it shows! Superb hospitality, maximum professionalism, and many curious anecdotes that make the tour unique. Five well-deserved stars, a must-do
