It's no accident that this stunning stretch of Calabria's coastline is known as the ‘Coast of the Gods'. Sail along the coast, taking in the sun-soaked beauty of spots such as, Capo Vaticano, Formicoli, with its famous Skeleton Cave and Riaci Bay, stopping to snorkel in clear waters along the way.

As you glide across the Tyrrhenian Sea, white granite cliffs give way to pockets of secluded coves, nestled between bays and sweeping stretches of beaches. Settle in on deck and soak up the ever-changing vistas, quite likely being joined by wild dolphins along the way.

You'll pass by some of the best beaches in the area, as well as Capo Vaticano, Formicoli – home to the famous ‘Skeleton Cave' – and the rugged beauty of Riaci Bay. Make your way towards Tropea, where you'll drop anchor to dive in and swim or snorkel in the crystalline waters. Enjoy a glass of wine as you relax back on board, before continuing on your sailing tour of the Coast of the Gods.

Keine Kommunikation des Fahrers, rabiate Fahrweise, Sicherheitsgurte defekt Keine klare Kommunikation hinsichtlich des Ausleihens von Schwimmbrille/ Schnorchel o.ä.. Nur auf Nachfrage seitens des Hotels. Masken alle undicht gewesen, keine Schnorchel vorhanden. Es gab keine Snacks oder Getränke zu kaufen. Keine Möglichkeit sich umzuziehen. Positiv war, dass der Kapitän schöne Stellen kannte, wo kein anderes Boot gehalten hat und wir sogar in eine Grotte tauchen konnten.

Nice boat trip beautiful scenery, fantastic clear blue seas

The worst experience of an excursion i have ever experienced. Driver was an hour late. The vehicle was not road worth and cut out whilst driving. Driver doing 96kph in a 30kph area. No organisation for check-in. Bost was crammed and unsafe. Putting over 20 people in a boat designed for 6. Completely unsafe and dangerous from start to finish.

Very good trip

Well instead of taking the trip in the boat featured in your app we went on a much bigger one with 25 other people. As a couple in our mid '70s we had climb into the boat at its prow whilst it was bobbing up and down.We were helped climbing up but there was nobody to help us coming down into the boat.As a result my wife slipped and injured her foot. In fact she had broken her 5th metacarpal and now has to wear a protective boot for the next 6 weeks! The efficient TUI rep, Zsussane, was informed

The pick up was very late then the driver was surly as if it was our fault! The boat was at maximum capacity. On the return my partner was told to go back to his seat, after being told to sit on the side of the boat. Italian passengers were allowed to stay sitting on the side of the boat even though they hadn’t been tol told to sit there.

Why you’ll love this…

Capo Vaticano, Formicoli and Skeleton Cave by sea
Riaci Bay
Sea swimming and snorkelling

Important to know

Cruise lasts about two-and-a-half hours
This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 48-hours in advance to receive a full refund.
Not suitable for guests who can't swim
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Food and drinks not included
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Boat cruise
Transport
Swim stops
Glass of wine

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Provider

TUI ITALIA S.R.L.

What people say about this experience

3.7/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 48 reviews

Review categories

Safety

1/5

Service

2.2/5

Staff

2.6/5

Value for money

1.8/5

All ratings (48)

5 stars (15)

31%

4 stars (14)

29%

3 stars (11)

23%

2 stars (6)

13%

1 star (2)

R
Roggmann
Traveled as a couple
May 24, 2026
3
Germany
Keine Kommunikation des Fahrers, rabiate Fahrweise, Sicherheitsgurte defekt Keine klare Kommunikation hinsichtlich des Ausleihens von Schwimmbrille/ Schnorchel o.ä.. Nur auf Nachfrage seitens des Hotels. Masken alle undicht gewesen, keine Schnorchel vorhanden. Es gab keine Snacks oder Getränke zu kaufen. Keine Möglichkeit sich umzuziehen. Positiv war, dass der Kapitän schöne Stellen kannte, wo kein anderes Boot gehalten hat und wir sogar in eine Grotte tauchen konnten.
R
Richard and Sylvia
Traveled as a couple
September 21, 2025
4.6
United Kingdom
Nice boat trip beautiful scenery, fantastic clear blue seas
P
Paul Cooper
Traveled as a couple
August 21, 2025
1
United Kingdom
The worst experience of an excursion i have ever experienced. Driver was an hour late. The vehicle was not road worth and cut out whilst driving. Driver doing 96kph in a 30kph area. No organisation for check-in. Bost was crammed and unsafe. Putting over 20 people in a boat designed for 6. Completely unsafe and dangerous from start to finish.
C
Chris Wright
Traveled as a couple
July 27, 2025
4.2
United Kingdom
Very good trip
M
Maxine
Traveled as a couple
July 23, 2025
3
United Kingdom
Well instead of taking the trip in the boat featured in your app we went on a much bigger one with 25 other people. As a couple in our mid '70s we had climb into the boat at its prow whilst it was bobbing up and down.We were helped climbing up but there was nobody to help us coming down into the boat.As a result my wife slipped and injured her foot. In fact she had broken her 5th metacarpal and now has to wear a protective boot for the next 6 weeks! The efficient TUI rep, Zsussane, was informed
M
Mrs Flip
Traveled as a couple
June 27, 2025
2.6
United Kingdom
The pick up was very late then the driver was surly as if it was our fault! The boat was at maximum capacity. On the return my partner was told to go back to his seat, after being told to sit on the side of the boat. Italian passengers were allowed to stay sitting on the side of the boat even though they hadn’t been tol told to sit there.