Explore
The Cinque Terre
From a local boat
On the Ligurian Sea
From Monterosso al Mare past Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore — the five, as only the sea shows them.
Tour bookings reopen 1 March 2027. Weddings and other big occasions can be reserved now.
From€87· per guest with 6 aboard
Private · 2 hours · 09:00–17:00
Cinque Terre
All five Cinque Terre villages from the water aboard a real Ligurian fishing boat — Vernazza's harbour, Corniglia's vineyards, and the coast in between.
Shared · 2 hours 30 minutes · 18:00
Sunset Aperitivo
The most affordable way aboard Ghibli — a shared golden-hour sailing with swim stops in two sheltered coves, wine and focaccia as the sun drops.
Private · 3 hours · 09:00–16:00
Coast & Coves
The full Cinque Terre coastline, with close to an hour set aside for swim and snorkel stops — masks and cold drinks on board.
Private · about 5 hours · 09:00–14:00
Portovenere
Ghibli's longest day at sea — the whole Cinque Terre coast, then the long turn into the Gulf of Poets and the Church of San Pietro on the rock.
The departure point
Monterosso al Mare
Every sailing begins here. Ghibli casts off from Molo dei Pescatori — the fishermen’s pier at the far end of the old harbour, a flat walk from the station and the beach. No marina, no ticket office, no queue: you step off the seafront and straight onto a boat that still fishes.
Arriving from LevantoLa SpeziaThe harbour
The harbour
Where Ghibli lies
The old harbour of Monterosso, below the village. Ghibli is moored at the quay — a flat walk along the seafront from the station.
The Weather
The Sea
The Sun
Whether we sail is the skipper’s call — made on this coast, not on a forecast.
Along the route
The coast, stop by stop
The Cinque Terre — and Portovenere beyond them — as you meet them from the water.
Monterosso al Mare
The largest of the Cinque Terre — and the only one with a true beach.
Vernazza
The natural harbour — many call it the most beautiful of the Cinque Terre.
Corniglia
The quiet one — high on the cliff, among the vineyards.
Manarola
Perhaps the oldest — and the most photographed.
Riomaggiore
Where the day ends — the easternmost village.
Portovenere
The sixth stop — the Church of San Pietro on the rock, and the open sea beyond Cinque Terre.
BoardingMolo dei Pescatori, Monterosso al Mare
The boat
Ghibli — the boat that still fishes
Ghibli is one of the last working fishing boats in Monterosso. She fishes in spring and autumn; in summer, to help protect the fish stocks, she carries guests along the coast instead. A fisherman’s boat, not a tourist launch.
Guest log
Notes carried back to shore
5 / 5
“We had a wonderful time aboard Beppe's boat. He loves his region, and he takes you to discover it with great warmth and a real wish to share it. The bonus is that he speaks French, English and Italian. A big thank you for this magical moment. Martine and Marie-France”
5 / 5
“Angela and Benedetto are the best when it comes to tours — we had a great time 💯💯💯💯💯”
5 / 5
“Two magnificent hours along all five villages, stopping for a long swim on one of the most beautiful stretches. Our guide Angela is extremely well prepared and helpful, a highly recommended tour at honest prices. Thank you!”
5 / 5
“Fantastic boat tour! We were very pleased with everything. We saw all 5 villages, great guide in English, even stopped off for some swimming and pictures. We also got some wine and beer and we were able to feed the fishes too! Highly recommend this tour!”
5 / 5
“Fantastic boat tour - beautiful scenery, a wonderful long swim and snorkel, and fabulous, friendly and kind hosts in Benedetto and Angie. It was a great birthday celebration. Thank you so much for your hospitality!”
5 / 5
“We did the group 5 village trip this morning and had a great time! Angela was very knowledgeable and made the trip a memorable one! It was my husband’s birthday and they sang Happy Birthday and opened a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate. We stopped for 20 minutes and went snorkelling and saw some beautiful fish. Would highly recommend!”
5 / 5
“Fantastic trip - everything I could’ve wanted when visiting Italy! Angela was our guide.”
5 / 5
“We had a really wonderful private tour during 2 hours. The captain and the guide were very nice and friendly. Highly recommend it for everyone, who like to see the villages from the sea - fantastic view with the comfort! Must-visit”
5 / 5
“A perfectly lovely outing, two hours in private with my husband. The Cinque Terre are absolutely magnificent, and we were even able to enjoy a swim among beautiful fish. Being pregnant, they looked after me with great care throughout. Lovely people, passionate about their work and about this beautiful place they share. After being cancelled by another company, we were very lucky to come across them. A wonderful experience, which we recommend without hesitation.”
5 / 5
“A magnificent experience! I recommend it wholeheartedly.”
Before you board
The useful details
Booking & payment
Do I need to book ahead?
Private tours take up to 6 guests and shared departures up to 17 — so it's best to book ahead, especially in peak season.
How do I pay?
No need to pay in advance — book in a moment, then settle with your skipper at the pier before departure.
Can I change or cancel my booking?
Cancellation is free of charge up to 24 hours before departure. Within 24 hours, the booking is binding.
What if the weather turns?
If sea conditions aren't safe, the trip is called off and you rebook or cancel free of charge — the skipper decides no later than 4 hours before departure, based on the marine forecast and harbour conditions.
On the day
Where do we meet?
At Molo dei Pescatori, Monterosso al Mare.
When do the tours depart?
- Cinque Terrehourly from 09:00 to 17:00 (2 hours)
- Coast & Coveshourly from 09:00 to 16:00 (3 hours)
- Sunset Aperitivoat 18:00 (2 hours 30 minutes)
- Portovenerehourly from 09:00 to 14:00 (about 5 hours)
- Cinque Terre, sharedhourly from 09:00 to 17:00 (2 hours)
When should I arrive?
Aim to be at Molo dei Pescatori, Monterosso al Mare about 10–15 minutes before your departure time.
Do you provide life jackets?
Yes — life jackets for every guest are on board, as required for the trip.
What to bring
Should I bring swimwear?
Yes — the tour includes time to swim in clear water, so bring your swimwear and a towel.
What else should I wear?
Comfortable clothes and shoes you don't mind getting a little wet, plus a hat and sunglasses for the sun.
Is there anything I should bring for the sun?
Your own sun cream is a good idea — the glare off the water is strong even on a mild day.
The next line on the water
can be yours
Book in a moment — settle with your skipper at the pier before departure. Every departure leaves from Molo dei Pescatori, Monterosso al Mare.