The best locations for boat trip near Santa Caterina are Gallipoli, Porto Cesareo and Santa Maria di Leuca. In the area of Santa Caterina you can find even more boat trip locations. Gallipoli is the closest boat trip location and is 15 km away from Santa Caterina. You can reach it in about 19 min by car.
"Beautiful boat trip with an excellent guide, 2 swimming stops in a stunning sea and an aperitif at sunset"Anna, August 21, 2025
From 17€
Private Boat Trip from Gallipoli to Punta PizzoWith our private boat trip from Gallipoli to Punta Pizzo, we head to the southern side of the Salento coast, showing you the best beaches in the area. This is also a great chance to admire the spectacular Mediterranean maquis and swim in the crystal-clear water of the bay. Our trip starts from the dock of Seno Del Canneto, a historical location of the city directly overlooking the Castle of Gallipoli. From here we proceed along the coast, passing by Punta della Suina, until we reach Punta Pizzo, a promontory watched over by the 16th-century "Torre Di Cutrieri", the only building in the area. You can then decide if you want to take a swim and snorkel in front of the beach, or further explore the surroundings of the area. To make this trip even better, a small apéritif with proseccowill be served on the boat, as you enjoy it lulled by the waves of the Ionian Sea. Highlights - Comfortable ride on a private boat - Swimming and snorkeling stops - View of Gallipoli Castle, Punta della Suina & Punta Pizzo Departure & Return We meet in front of the 'Pasticceria Martinucci' at the booked time. Close to the meeting point, you can find a free car park, just behind the Church of Maria Santissima del Canneto. The boat trip can take 3, 6, or 8 hours, at the end of which you return to the starting point. Characteristics of the boat - Number of passengers: 10 - Number of boats available: 4 (max 40 people) - Length: 7 m - Sun-protected area - No restrooms - Not accessible to strollers and wheelchairs - Pets allowed Included services - Small apéritif with prosecco - Water - Music - Snorkeling equipment & GoPro camera Bring along - Bathing suit and towel - Hat - Sunscreen
"Perfect! Very informative, stopped for snorkling twice, never felt rushed. The crew were super nice, the aperitivo was a great touch! This was one of the highlights of the trip!"Sophie, July 2, 2025
"Excellent experience, the staff were qualified, friendly, and welcoming.
We even did more tours than we had planned.
Highly recommended, definitely worth repeating."Pasqua, September 13, 2025
"Nice boat trip to the caves. You don't see the caves up close, but you do get a great impression! We also snorkeled for a good half hour, which was wonderful. The captain was very friendly; his English could have been a bit better 😅"Marjolein, July 8, 2025
"Excellent experience, the staff were qualified, friendly, and welcoming.
We even did more tours than we had planned.
Highly recommended, definitely worth repeating."
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