Description
Boat tour · Costa Viola
Scilla, Chianalea and the hidden coves of the Costa Viola
If you're on holiday in the province of Reggio Calabria, you can't miss this boat tour from Scilla: we'll sail along the Costa Viola, pass the seafront of Cannitello, Scilla and its Spiaggia delle Sirene, and visit places steeped in history, between myth and legend.
- 5-6 hours
- 4-8 people
- 4 languages on board
- Meeting point: Villa San Giovanni
What you'll see
Six stops between myth and legend
🌊Scilla and the Spiaggia delle Sirene
The characteristic cove mentioned by Homer, where you can swim beneath the sumptuous Castello Ruffo.
🏘️Chianalea di Scilla
One of the most beautiful villages in Italy: its view from the sea is fantastic.
💙Favazzina
A corner of paradise: the sandy seabed makes the water a surprising blue. A second swim here is a must!
⛵Bagnara Calabra
From the sea we'll admire the lovely fishing town, said to be the birthplace of William Shakespeare and of the singers Loredana Bertè and Mia Martini.
🏰Torre Aragonese Capo Rocchi Ruggiero
It stands out on a promontory close to the town's port.
🕳️Cala Janculla e la Grotta delle Sirene
Beaches, coves and caves reachable only by sea, where the particular seabed turns the sea a fantastic cobalt color.
The experience
Three swims and a gourmet stop
Along the way we'll stop at the main destinations: three swims — in Scilla, Favazzina and Bagnara — where you can go snorkelling or simply take a swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Costa Viola. Fins and mask are not on board: if you want to go snorkelling, bring them with you.
We'll close the tour before heading back with a fresh Gourmet stop at anchor and sparkling wine mid-sea: «We couldn't let you go without first serving you our aperitivo, fresh with local, genuine products, accompanied by characteristic local wines».
What's included
Everything you'll find on board
Included in the tour
- Aperitivo with local products
- Swimming in crystal-clear waters
- Bilingual guide
- Fuel
- Toilets on board
- Drinks
Not included: personal expenses. Fins and mask: not on board — if you want to go snorkelling, bring them with you.
Tour Itinerary
How the day is organized
- At 09:00 or 15:00 · Meeting at the port of Villa San Giovanni We welcome you on board, get you settled and we're off: we'll really put your cameras to the test.
- Swimming in Scilla, Favazzina, and Bagnara Stops at the main destinations, with snorkeling or a swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Costa Viola.
- 12:00 or 19:00 · Aperitivo and return to port With the hope of having left you with the satisfaction of an unforgettable experience.
Gallery
Images from the boat tour
Frequently asked questions
The answers to the most common questions
How long does the tour last?
From 5 to 6 hours: departure at 09:00 or 15:00, return at 12:00 or 19:00.
How many people are on board?
From 4 to 8 people. We always set sail with a maximum of 8 guests on board; for the private tour the minimum is 4 people.
In which languages is it available?
In Italian, English, Ukrainian and Russian, with a bilingual guide on board.
Where do we meet?
At the tourist port of Villa San Giovanni: that's where we set off from and where we come back to. There's parking too.
📍 Where to find us
We depart from the tourist port of Villa San Giovanni — Marina del Sud. This is where we'll be waiting for you on board: you can open the location directly in your phone's maps app.
Ready to set sail?
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Giovanna Costantino –
Beautiful boat and places. A fantastic day,excellent service and competent, very kind staff. To be recommended to everyone.
Dario –
Beautiful experience! Friendly, warm, fun and at the same time professional staff. The places to visit are beautiful and this is surely the best way to see and experience them. A unique experience not to be missed!