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Boat Trips near Lugano
The best locations for boat trip near Lugano are Como, Tremezzina and Stresa. In the area of Lugano you can find even more boat trip locations. Como is the closest boat trip location and is 32 km away from Lugano. You can reach it in about 44 min by car.
Como32 km from Lugano (44 min by car)30Customer recommendations12Boat trip offersComo: Popular Boat Trips
Boat Trip around Lake Como & the Villas with Apéritif"Very informative guide, who takes the time to explain in perfect English. The Zodiac is a little stiff, but the nice weather allowed us to dry off quickly. Thanks for the aperitif on board!"Camille , September 26, 2025From 50€
Boat Trip around Lake Como from Como to the Civera BridgeOf all the attractions in Lake Como, the Civera Bridge, famous for its Romanesque origins and perfect arch shape, is a must-see. Let our captains guide you on a voyage of discovery through Orrido di Nesso and the other incredible sights of the lake with our boat trip around Lake Como. Starting from Como, the first attraction we will see is the Life Electric, a sculpture dedicated to the Como scientist Alessandro Volta, known for inventing the world's first electric generator! Afterwards, we will sail along the coast to admire the many historical villas that line the lake. Among the most celebrated ones, you will see Villa Erba and Villa d'Este, even though the ones that intrigue our guests the most are Villa Fontanelle, which was once the residence of Gianni Versace, and Villa Oleandra, owned by George Clooney. Arriving at Laglio, we will cross to the other shore and head towards the Civera Bridge. This picturesque bridge will be the perfect background as we dive into the cool and refreshing waters of the lake! Once there, we will also explore the rocky canyon of the Orrido di Nesso and admire the impressive waterfall created by the junction of the Tuf and Nosé torrents. After restarting the engines, we will reverse course and continue our tour, heading back towards the starting pier in Como, but not before seeing some other charming villas, including Villa Pliniana and Villa Mirabella.Highlights - Guided boat tour with views of historic villas on Lake Como, including Villa Fontanelle (former Versace) and Villa Oleandra (George Clooney's) - Swimming stop near the Civera Bridge and Nesso Waterfalls - Apéritif with wine or proseccoItinerary - Como dock - Cernobbio - Laglio - Orrido di Nesso (swimming stop) - Torno - BlevioHow to get there We meet at the small dock in Como, at the exact time of departure. The dock is easily accessible on foot from both the bus station and the Como Lago and Como S. Giovanni train stations. If you come by car, you will find paid car parks nearby. At the end of our tour, we will return to the starting dock.Characteristics of the boat - Number of passengers: 8 - Sun-protected area - No restroomsIncluded services - SunscreenNot included - Fuel (20€ per person to be paid on-site in cash)Optional services - Additional bottle of wine or prosecco (on request, to be paid on-site in cash)Bring along - Swimsuit - Beach towel - Snorkeling equipmentGood to know - Minors will be allowed on board only if accompanied by an adult - You can bring food and drinks on board - Not suitable for pregnant women and people with back problems - Not accessible to wheelchairs and strollers - No card payments accepted - Pets not allowed Please note that the tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to take place.From 120€ / hour
Private Boat Trip along Lake Como Coastline with SightseeingStep aboard our private boat trip along Lake Como's coastline, where you can enjoy the sights and discover the beauty of this unique lake. As you leave Como's port, you will head to the regal Villa Troubetzkoy and the captivating Oriental Mandarin Hotel, where you can admire their elegant facades. Glide past the charming village of Torno, in which the stately Villa Pliniana beckons with its timeless beauty, before venturing to Nesso, famous for its waterfalls. Returning towards Como, you will pass by some iconic villas as the legendary Villa Fontanelle, which, over time, has been owned by different celebrities. Then, you will visit the charming town of Cernobbio, where the majestic Villa d’Este stands as a testament to the region's grandeur. After, soak in the splendour of Villa Erba and the historic Villa Olmo. With each stop along our journey, immerse yourself in the timeless charm and captivating history of Lake Como, before returning to Como's port. Highlights - Private boat trip along the enchanting coastline of Lake Como - Knowledgeable skippers who will tell you the history of the area - Sightseeing through unique and iconic villasItinerary - Departure from Como's port - Oriental Mandarin Hotel - Torno - Nesso - Villa Fontanelle - Cernobbio - Villa d’Este - Villa Erba - Return to Como's portHow to get there We meet at Como's port, 15 minutes before departure. If you come by car, you will find paid car parks nearby. At the end of the trip, we will return to the starting point.Characteristics of the Boat Boat 1 - Number of passengers: 11 - Sun-protected area - Restrooms Boat 2 - Number of passengers: 5 - Sun-protected area - No restroomsBring Along - Sunscreen, sunglasses and hatGood to Know - Not accessible to wheelchairs - Accessible to strollers - Pets allowedFrom 290€- Tremezzina33 km from Lugano (50 min by car)3Boat trip offersTremezzina: Popular Boat TripsBoat Rental from Tremezzina around Lake Como - Full DayDiscover Lake Como in complete autonomy with our boat rental from Tremezzina around Lake Como. You will be the one to choose the stops of your trip, relaxing on board of our motorboats for up to 6 people. In the company of your family and friends, you will visit some of the most famous and suggestive places of this enchanting place. Among the places not to be missed, we suggest Bellagio, the village defined as the pearl of Lake Como, located on a promontory that divides the lake into two exact branches. This place has always been renowned for its colourful and romantic alleys that evoke the charm and nostalgia of times gone by. Other villages worthy of a stop are Tremezzina, Nesso, Como, Menaggio and Varenna. Also, not to be missed are the luxurious and elegant villas overlooking the water. Among the most majestic we recommend Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi, Villa Monastero, Villa Pliniana, Villa d'Este and Villa Oleandra, the latter made famous for being the summer residence of the actor George Clooney.Highlights - Trip on a comfortable motorboat - Visit of the most iconic places on Lake Como - Tour of the most famous villas, including Villa Oleandra and Villa d'Este How to get there We meet at the Cadenazzi boatyard 30 minutes before the departure. The meeting point can also be reached by car, arriving at the private car park of the boatyard.Characteristics of the boat - Number of passengers: 6 - Sun-protected areas - No restroomsIncluded services - Bottle of water - Fuel (by selecting the 5-hour or the 6-hour boat rental)Not included - Fuel (by selecting the 8-hours boat rental) to pay at the end of the trip with cash or credit cardBring along - Swimsuit - Beach towel - Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat for the sun Good to know - Boat license not required - Not accessible to wheelchairs - Not accessible to strollers - Pets not allowedFrom 360€Private Boat Trip from Tremezzina around Lake Como - Half DaySet off with us on our private boat trip from Tremezzina around Lake Como. We will visit the wonders and hidden treasures that this magical place offers aboard our elegant motorboat, that can host up to 6 people. We will pass through fairytale landscapes where some of the most famous villas are located. Many of them are home to international celebrities, who often come to this beautiful area to spend their holidays. Depending on the duration of the tour you choose, which can last from one to four hours, you will pass by the most iconic places on the lake. Among the most famous villas overlooking the lake is Villa Balbianello. Made up of terraced gardens, today it still hosts private events such as weddings and ceremonies, and has also been used as a film set. An absolute must-see stop on the tour is Bellagio, located on the promontory that divides Lake Como into two branches. This village has always been renowned for its colourful and romantic alleyways that evoke the charm and nostalgia of the old days. On the three-hour and four-hour trips, we will also pass the Roman bridge at the Orrido di Nesso. In this picturesque place, two streams meet and pass a small waterfall. On the four-hour trip, we will also have a break of about 30 minutes to stroll through the alleys of a village of your choice between Cernobbio, Torno and Como. Before returning to our starting point, our tour will continue, and we will be able to admire some of the most famous villas overlooking the promontory from the comfort of our boat. We will pass by Villa d'Este and Villa Oleandra, the latter made famous for being the summer residence of the actor George Clooney.Highlights - Trip on an elegant and luxurious private wooden boat - Visit of the most iconic places on Lake Como - Tour of the most famous villas, including Villa Oleandra and Villa d'Este Itinerary Here is a suggested itinerary (subject to change) with some of the main highlights: - Tremezzina - Varenna - Bellagio - Menaggio - Tremezzina The itinerary is subject to change depending on the duration of the selected tour.How to get there We meet at the Cadenazzi boatyard 15 minutes before the departure. The meeting point can also be reached by car, arriving at the private car park of the boatyard.Characteristics of the boats Honey: - Renovated: 2020 - Lenght: 7.00 mt - Width: 2.30 mt - Engine: 2 x 240kW (single Engine) - Number of passengers: 6 - No sun-protected areas - No restrooms Lo Schioppo II: - Renovated: 2021 - Lenght: 8.30 mt - Width: 2.50 mt - Engine: 2 x 240kW (Dual Engine) - Number of passengers: 6 - No sun-protected areas - No restroomsIncluded services - Bottle of water - Fuel - Qualified skipperBring along - Swimsuit - Beach towel - Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat for the sun Good to know - Not accessible to wheelchairs - Not accessible to strollers - Pets not allowedFrom 433€
- Stresa115 km from Lugano (92 min by car)26Customer recommendations11Boat trip offersStresa: Popular Boat TripsBoat Transfer from Stresa to Isola Madre, Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella"Perfect...worked perfectly. The boat was there every 20 minutes. Highly recommended!"Bernd, September 15, 2025From 8€Boat Transfer from Stresa to Isola Pescatori"No problems with booking and carrying out the trips"Andreas, June 26, 2025From 9€Boat Transfer from Stresa to Borromean Islands: Isola Madre, Isola Bella"I recommend it 100% We were there with our family, our daughters, and even our dog!"Nicolas, July 20, 2025From 7€
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Boat Transfer from Baveno to Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori
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Heidi
"Well organized. Friendly staff. We weren't as impressed with Isola Bella, but the islands are highly recommended."
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Private Boat Trip from Como around Lake Como
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"Great atmosphere on board, competent and safe at all times.
Marco did a great and professional job!
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Boat Transfer from Stresa to Isola Bella
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"We were very well informed upon our arrival. It should be noted that parking is paid, but people guide us to ensure a smooth experience. The boat is medium-sized, with a maximum capacity of 20 people; it's a great experience."
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Boat Trip around Lake Como & the Villas with Apéritif
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About the ActivityHighlights• Boat trip on Lake Como with apéritif included• Iconic landmarks like Villa d'Este and Villa Erba• Picturesque villages of Torno and BlevioItinerary• Departure from the central pier of Como• Villa d'Este • Villa Erba • Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy• Parco Mosaici in Blevio •Free Cancellation
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Boat Transfer from Stresa to Borromean Islands: Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, Isola Bella
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If you are dreaming of spending a calm and relaxing day, this boat transfer from Stresa to the Borromean Islands is for you. With this trip, you will have the opportunity to choose the departure time of your tour and will be able to move freely between one island and another at your own pleasure. Free Cancellation
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