Can I bring my dog or pet?

Yes, pets are allowed on board. There is a fee of €3.00 for medium to large-sized dogs, which must be paid in cash on site. Please also bring a muzzle for your dog.

Can I bring my own food & drinks?

Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food and drinks on board.

What are the departure times?

The boat departs from Baveno every 30 minutes between 9:40 a.m. and 1:40 p.m. You can arrange the return trip and the transfers between the islands with the staff on the day of the activity. The last boat returns to Baveno between 5 and 6 p.m.

How long does the trip last?

The total duration is about 5 hours, but you can decide for yourself how long you want to stay on each island.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is at the office at the pier of Baveno in Piazza IV Novembre. Please be there 10 minutes before your chosen departure time.

Is parking available?

Yes, there is a paid car park at the meeting point at the pier of Baveno.

What is not included in the price?

The price does not include the landing fee of €1.50 per person for each island and the tickets for the Palace and gardens on Isola Bella and Isola Madre. These must be paid for separately on site.

Is the boat accessible for strollers and wheelchairs?

The boat is accessible to strollers but not to wheelchairs.

Are there restrooms on board?

No, there are no restrooms on board the boat.

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View of the gardens of Isola Bella during the Boat Transfer from Baveno to Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori with Summer Boats Baveno.

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Boat Transfer from Baveno to Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori

Name: Boat Transfer from Baveno to Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori
Brand: Summer Boats Baveno
SKU: 24293
Price: 16 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (18 reviews)

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Activity

Motorboat

Languages

German, English, French, Italian

Minimum age

No age restrictions

Meeting place

Baveno

Piazza IV Novembre, 2, 28831 Baveno VB

Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity

Details

If you wish to visit the magnificent Borromeo archipelago, our boat transfer from Baveno to Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori is for you. We will initially take you to Isola Madre, where you can visit the splendid botanic gardens where white peacocks, parrots and pheasants live in freedom. Next we will land on Isola Bella, the most famous island of the archipelago thanks to the wonderful Borromeo Palace and the Italian-style gardens. Finally, we will take you to Isola dei Pescatori, home to a picturesque old village with winding alleys and colourful houses. The transfer leaves Baveno every 30 minutes from 9:40 to 11:40. For the trip from one island to the other and for the return, you can make arrangements directly with the staff on the day of the trip. This activity lasts an average of 5 hours, but you choose the actual duration of each stop.

Itinerary - Baveno pier - Isola Madre - Isola Bella - Isola dei Pescatori - Baveno pier

How to get there We meet 10 minutes before departure at our office at the pier of Baveno in Piazza IV Novembre, where there is also a paid car park. Departures from Baveno are at 30-minute intervals from 9:40 until 13:40 a.m, transfers from one island to the other are every 30 minutes. For the return trip, you can make arrangements directly with the staff during the day of the activity, the last boat comes back in Baveno between 5 and 6 p.m.

Characteristics of the boat - Number of passengers: 52 - Sun-protected area - No restrooms

Not included - Landing fee of €1.50 per person for each island to be paid on site (only cash) - Fee of €3.00 for medium/big-sized dogs to be paid on site (only cash) - Tickets for the Palace and the gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre

Good to know - Accessible to strollers - Not accessible to wheelchairs - Pets allowed - Please bring a muzzle for your dog (for safety reasons) - Food and drinks may be brought on board

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What our customers say

Most guests are very happy with this boat trip from Baveno, with 80% giving it five stars. Reviewers frequently praise the "Excellent service", highlighting the punctual boats and the friendly, professional crew who are happy to help. The trip is generally considered well-organized and a great way to see the islands. Some found accessing one of the islands difficult during crowded times, but the overall experience is highly recommended for exploring the beautiful scenery.

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