Boat Trip to the Adriatic Caves from Santa Maria di Leuca
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Activity
Motorboat
Languages
English, French, Italian
Meeting place
Santa Maria di Leuca - harbour
At the Marina, at the dock I (Via Doppia Croce, 73040 Santa Maria di Leuca)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Make your holiday unforgettable with our boat trip to the Adriatic caves. We will admire the most famous caves of this stretch of coast, and even snorkel inside one of the most amazing grottos in the area!
We will set off from Santa Maria di Leuca and head towards Punta Meliso, where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet. On our way we will encounter many natural cavities, including the Varduselle, which look like two big black eyes from afar, and the Mannute caves. Once we arrive at the Grotta del Soffio, we will put on our snorkeling equipment, and together with our guide, we will swim all the way inside the cave. Please note that swimming is only allowed around the cave and not inside.
Our last stop will be the Grotta del Laghetto: this sea cave has a spring water pond inside, that we will reach first by swimming and then walking inside the cave. After this refreshing break, we will return to Santa Maria di Leuca.
Highlights
- Visit of the caves of the Adriatic coast
- View of the point where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet
- Guided snorkeling inside the caves
Departure & Return
We meet at the marina of Santa Maria di Leuca 20 minutes before the departure. You can find a free car park in front of the restaurant "Il Bacio di Puglia", or in the busiest days a paid car park nearby (€5 for the whole day)
Characteristics of the boat
- Number of passengers: 11
- Sun-protected area
- No restrooms
- Accessible for people with reduced mobility
- Small-sized pets allowed
Included services
- Local guide
- Snorkeling equipment
We had a fantastic boat trip with Leuca due Mari, departing from Santa Maria di Leuca. Everything was perfectly organized, from the welcome to the end of the trip. The crew was friendly and professional, providing clear and interesting explanations about the area and the caves we visited along the way.
There were several stops at breathtakingly beautiful caves, where we had plenty of time to explore and take photos.
As the icing on the cake, we were also offered a delicious drink and snack on board. A lovely and welcoming touch that made it all complete.
In short: a fantastic experience and highly recommended if you're in Santa Maria di Leuca!
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Ina · FamilyUnited States · June 2025
Great service and organization. Very responsive.
Simone · CoupleGermany · May 2025
The trip was a wonderful experience – perfectly organized and carried out with a lot of passion. Skipper Stefano was the good soul on board: always friendly, attentive, and genuinely committed. You could feel how much effort he put into giving each guest an unforgettable experience. The music was also great, as was the aperitif.
What was particularly impressive was how much knowledge he shared with us about the region and the special features of the gorges – exciting, informative, and with palpable enthusiasm.
An all-around successful trip with a skipper who is not only professional but also passionate about his work. Thank you, Stefano!
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