An unmissable way to spend a day in a different and not everyday way: a sailing boat excursion to admire the beauty of a stretch of coast defined as among the most beautiful in the world. Starting from Tropea, you will visit the white cave, and going forward you will pass by Formicoli, the Bay of Riaci, finally arriving at Capo Vaticano, known for its small beaches, such as Cala di Fuoco, with a clear and crystalline sea. It will be possible to swim or snorkel with the equipment on board and dive into the waters with magnificent seabeds among schools of colorful fish.
In demand: 12 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Starting from the port of Tropea, we will sail along the coast. We will visit the white cave or skeleton cave. It is so called because, once entered, the submerged part of the body becomes white. It is a play of reflections between the sunlight and the sand on the bottom, which is reflected on the skin making it appear as white as a skeleton.
You can't miss a stop in Formicoli in the Baia di Riaci. This stretch of coast located between Tropea and Capo Vaticano offers wonderful views and crystal clear sea, ideal for a relaxing dip.
Once in Capo Vaticano, we will stop at the famous "Praia i Foco" with its clear sea and its coves accessible only by boat.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Excursion by Sailing Yacht lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $63 per person for this Tropea experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 4–12 pay from $46, adults from $63.
It can: 12 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Our boats are located at the north pier opposite restaurant 3 knots at number 17. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CST Tropea.
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Went on afternoon tour. Small group of max 12 people and yacht was very well maintained. Matteo the "captain" was knowledgeable about the area. We stopped a couple of times to swim. Small aperitif - fruit and Prosecco - before returning. Just enough time to enjoy the coastline views. Perfect start or finish to a stay in Tropea.
We had a wonderful, experience-rich, and very informative sailing tour with Mattia. He welcomed us on time and was very accommodating in every respect. In English, very easy to understand, he informed us about the history and special features of the Costa degli Dei. Special thanks go to him for his active help, so that despite my physical limitation, I was able to get back on board safely after swimming in the magnificent bays. Being allowed to be captain for once put the icing on the cake of the whole beautiful afternoon. Big Mama was sooo happy ;-) He served champagne and fresh fruit in a gentlemanly manner, he entertained everyone charmingly and answered our questions patiently. He brought us safely back to the harbor. Everything professional and easy at the same time- every cent was worth this trip! Highly recommended without exception! See you next year, guy!
We were grateful the captain made the right call. He postponed the excursion by 1 hour and the sky opened up, but not risking going out to sea in choppy waters. From there it was pure bliss, sailing down to Capo Vaticano, swimming in the crystal waters shimmering in the sun! Fruits and Prosecco were served at the end. Whole experience was wow!!! Also this was small group so didn’t feel over crowded. The boat itself was beautiful with a restroom onboard too. Also very steady. Only thing maybe for the entire trip the sail was not raised. Given the price point, we weren’t expecting a true sailing either. If you’re not a swimmer, maybe not the right tour either because anchoring and then swimming into caves and through cape to get to secluded beaches were the best part of our trip. Matthias offered us “noodles” and they were a godsend to not feel stressed about tiring out. Anyways, loved this excursion ❤️👍❤️. Highly recommend. One last note, read the directions for meeting place and stay on WhatsApp.
We did this excursion as a family, shared with 4 other couples, our kids (9 and 6 years old) had a great time..Mattia was an excellent travel guide...the people we met were also fantastic...an experience that will surely remain in our hearts.
Rossella, professional class and charm simply from another planet, extraterrestrial.
Great its was very good and friendly staff and joyful for kids and amazing view. It worth it definitely.
We opted for the sailboat excursion during our Tropea vacation on the Coast of the Gods \"Tropea-Capo Vaticano\" and we were very happy both with the comfort of the 15-meter-long boat and especially with the skipper Giuseppe, who was perfect in everything. We made 3 swimming stops and during the navigation we were offered some prosecco and some fruit.
A relaxing afternoon. No wind but a great way to explore the coast with frequent swim stops. Not that it mattered to us, but no seating or shade as the boat was ‘full’ Refreshments provided but scarce. Arriving on time was late according to the skipper….
We were a small group, it fit perfectly There was prosecco, fresh fruits like melons and pineapples. 2 x swimming
Absolutely recommended sailing experience! Mattia, knowledgeable and very friendly, guided us in discovering the Coast of the Gods from a different and truly captivating perspective. The tour was organized with a small group, allowing us to experience it in an authentic, relaxed, and engaging way. An experience we would definitely repeat!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excursion by Sailing Yacht | 3h 30min | 4.2 (65) | $63 | |
 Tropea, Exclusive Sailing Cruise. 4h with Aperitif. MiRo’ | 4 hours | 5.0 (58) | $1,029 | View |
| Private tour on sailing boat | 4 hours | 4.4 (8) | $743 | View |
 Tour of the Costa degli Dei by boat, 3 hours with aperitif included | 3 hours | 4.8 (777) | $46 | View |
 Tropea to Capo Vaticano, the Best Boat Tour. Max 8-12 Passengers | 3h 30min | 4.9 (676) | $94 | View |
 Tropea & Capo Vaticano Boat Tour with Snorkeling. Up to 12 Guests | 3h 30min | 4.9 (487) | $92 | View |
 Double Parasailing flight to Tropea in Small Group | 15 min | 5.0 (346) | $160 | View |