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Ponza Island Day Trip from Rome with Boat Tour Swimming and Lunch

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$335 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Escape the heat of Rome for a day on the stunning island of Ponza.

A one hour transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle will take you from central Rome to the coast. From there, board a fast ferry for the 1.5-hour crossing to Ponza (ferry ticket €60 per person, payable at check-in).

In Ponza, set off on a 5-hour shared boat tour around Ponza’s spectacular coastline. The motorboat has a bathroom, a kitchen, cooler, cushioning, seating, a sun deck and shaded area. Cruise past dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and hidden coves as your tour leader shares insights about the island’s history and geology. Along the way, enjoy several stops to swim and snorkel. Bring your own snorkel gear or rent in advance by selecting the option when booking.

Relax onboard with a freshly prepared pasta lunch served picnic-style, accompanied by water, local wine, and an espresso.

After the boat tour, enjoy an hour of free time to explore Ponza’s charming harbour.

Arrive back in Rome at approximately 9:00 PM.

Activity location

  • Ponza Island
    • Ponza Island, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Caffè Cestia PLOOM STORE
    • 1 Piazza di Porta San Paolo
    • 00153, Roma, Lazio, Italy

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Tour Only

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Does not include snorkel gear.
Starting point:
Caffè Cestia PLOOM STORE, Piazza di Porta S. Paolo, 1, 00153 Roma RM, Italy

Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
NZ$370.29 x 1 AdultNZ$370.29
Total
Price is NZ$370.29

Tour + Snorkel Set Rental

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Includes rental of snorkel gear (mask + snorkel) for the duration of the day.
Starting point:
Caffè Cestia PLOOM STORE, Piazza di Porta S. Paolo, 1, 00153 Roma RM, Italy

Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
NZ$423.47 x 1 AdultNZ$423.47
Total
Price is NZ$423.47

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pic-nic style pasta lunch served with water, wine and espresso coffee.
  • Inclusions
    Snorkel equipment included when option is selected
  • Inclusions
    5 hour scenic boat tour around the island with swim stops
  • Inclusions
    English and italian speaking tour leader
  • Inclusions
    Transfer from Rome to Anzio Port and back
  • Exclusions
    Round trip ferry ticket between Anzio Port and Ponza.

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ponza Island

  • 4h
Ponza is the largest island of the Pontine archipelago, known for its colourful harbour, dramatic cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. Its volcanic landscape has created a coastline filled with hidden coves, sea caves, and natural rock formations.

Grotte di Pilato (Pass by)

The Grotte di Pilato are an impressive complex of ancient Roman caves carved directly into Ponza’s cliffs. Once used as fish ponds by the Romans, they remain one of the island’s most fascinating archaeological sites.

Faro della Guardia (Pass by)

Faro della Guardia stands dramatically on Ponza’s southernmost cliffs, overlooking the open Tyrrhenian Sea. This historic lighthouse marks one of the island’s most scenic and rugged viewpoints.

Chiaia Di Luna

  • 30m
Chiaia di Luna is Ponza’s most iconic beach, a stunning crescent of pale sand backed by towering white cliffs that rise dramatically above the turquoise sea. Often, we will have a swim stop here.

Punta Di Capo Bianco

  • 30m
Capo Bianco is known for its striking white cliffs and crystal-clear water. Weather permitting, you may even have the chance to swim through a small sea cave carved into the rock.

Cala Feola (Pass by)

Located beneath the hilltop village of Le Forna, Cala Feola is a picturesque cove that also functions as a small harbour for local fishing boats. Its calm, crystal-clear waters and nearby natural rock pools make it one of Ponza’s favourite swimming spots.

Piscine Naturali (Pass by)

Piscine Naturali are a series of natural rock pools formed along Ponza’s coastline, where calm, crystal-clear water creates the perfect spot for swimming and relaxing.

Cala dell'Acqua (Pass by)

Cala dell’Acqua takes its name from a natural freshwater spring that once supplied the island. The source was already used in Roman times, when Ponza served as an important maritime stop in the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Cala Fonte (Pass by)

Cala Fonte is a scenic fishing cove famous for its natural rock pools and traditional boat shelters carved into the cliffs.

Forte Papa (Pass by)

Overlooking the sea, Forte Papa is a historic defensive fort that once guarded Ponza’s coastline. Nearby, the wreck of a US World War II landing craft lies beneath the crystal-clear water, adding a fascinating layer of modern history.

Cala Cecata (Pass by)

Cala Cecata is a rugged coastal inlet known for the remains of Ponza’s historic bentonite mine, where mineral extraction once played an important role in the island’s economy.

Cala Felci

  • 30m
Cala Felci is known for its striking yellow-streaked cliffs, where sulphur deposits colour the rock and reveal traces of Ponza’s volcanic origins.

Punta Incenso (Pass by)

Punta Incenso marks the northernmost point of Ponza, where rugged cliffs plunge into deep blue waters. This wild and unspoiled stretch of coastline offers some of the island’s most dramatic views and crystal-clear swimming spots.

Cala Gaetano (Pass by)

Cala Gaetano is a beautiful rocky cove on Ponza’s eastern coast, known for its crystal-clear waters and striking cliffs. The sheltered bay makes it a perfect spot for swimming and snorkelling.

Arco Naturale

  • 30m
Arco Naturale is a spectacular rock arch sculpted by the sea over thousands of years. Rising from the cliffs, it stands as one of Ponza’s most photographed natural wonders.

Spiaggia Di Frontone (Pass by)

Spiaggia del Frontone is Ponza’s best-known beach, loved for its clear turquoise water, smooth white pebbles, and vibrant beach clubs.

Centro Storico di Ponza

  • 1h
After our boat tour comes to an end, we will visit the charming historic centre of Ponza, famous for its pastel-colored buildings and lively harbour. You’ll have one hour of free time to stroll the waterfront, explore local boutiques, or enjoy a café with sea views.

Location

Activity location

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    Ponza Island
    • Ponza Island, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Caffè Cestia PLOOM STORE
    • 1 Piazza di Porta San Paolo
    • 00153, Roma, Lazio, Italy
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Via Giovanni Giolitti, 62
    • 62 Via Giovanni Giolitti
    • 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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