4 Polignano A Mare Boat Trips to Build a Day Around

1.Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,382 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

Spend two hours cruising Polignano a Mare’s 11-kilometer coast with a local skipper such as Giuseppe, Claudio, or Mattia. Visit sea caves, Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, and Cala Port’Alga, then swim and enjoy wine and snacks aboard a 7-meter speedboat. Choose a shared or private outing.

“It was an unforgettable experience! Stunning scenery, crystal-clear water, and an incredibly friendly crew. I even got a lovely surprise — it was my birthday, and they played the “Happy Birthday” song for me! Such a small gesture, but it made the whole boat tour truly special. I highly recommend it — a wonderful experience in Polignano a Mare! 💙”

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2.Polignano a Mare: Cave Boat Tour with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,891 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47

From San Vito, you’ll cruise past Grotta Azzurra, Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, Cala Port’Alga, and other caves with an Italian or English-speaking guide. Expect photo stops, a swim when conditions allow, local snacks, and a Prosecco aperitif. Guides such as Christian, Vincenzo, and Dominic are known for adding humor and music.

“Christian and Vincent were great guides! The visit of the caves and the refreshing dive was a great way to end the day”

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3.Polignano a Mare: Boat Trip, Swim & Cave with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,300 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $35

Join Dorino Gite in Barca for a 1.5-hour cruise from Polignano a Mare. You’ll see Grotta Palazzese and other sea caves, stop for a swim, and finish with Prosecco and Apulian taralli. The small boat holds up to 10 people, with English, Italian, and French guides such as Nicolas, Valerio, and Enzo.

“Perfect expérience !! Thanks Nicolas for the trip, it was so Nice !”

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4.Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 550 reviews · from $46

Join a small speedboat at Cala Ponte Marina for a 1.5-hour cruise past Grotta Azzurra, Grotta Palazzese, and other sea caves. Your Italian or English-speaking skipper takes you close to the rock openings, provides Prosecco and soft drinks, and stops for swimming. Captains including Nico, Giuseppe, and Antonio are known for lively hosting and skilled boat handling.

“Was fun but rough at times. Maybe the day. Great how you can get into the caves. Awesome trip.”

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