Polignano A Mare Cave Tours: 4 We Would Book

1.Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,382 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

See Polignano a Mare from the water on a two-hour speedboat cruise with stops at caves, coves, Lama Monachile, and Grotta Palazzese. Your English or Italian-speaking skipper, including guides such as Giuseppe, Claudio, or Mattia, adds local stories, music, swimming, and an aperitif.

“Our skipper Giuseppe navigated the boat expertly and made our ride enjoyable even with the choppy water while providing great music which enhances our experience. Terry the tour guide was knowledgeable and so hospitable answering all our questions.”

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2.Polignano a Mare: Cave Boat Tour with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,891 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47

Cruise from San Vito along Polignano a Mare’s cliffs with guides such as Christian, Vincenzo, and Dominic. You’ll visit Grotta Azzurra, Grotta Palazzese, Cala Paura, and smaller coves, with time for photos, swimming, floats, local snacks, and a Prosecco-based aperitif. Expect a lively, sometimes splashy 90-minute ride.

“Had a great time on the tour. Guide was funny and informative.”

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3.Polignano a Mare: Boat Trip, Swim & Cave with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,300 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $35

Spend 1.5 hours aboard Dorino’s small boat along Polignano a Mare’s coast. Your guide points out Grotta Palazzese, Grotta Ardito, Cala Paguro, Lama Monachile, and other caves, then stops for a swim before serving Prosecco and Apulian taralli. English, Italian, and French are available, with groups limited to 10.

“Caves and tour of the coastline was fabulous from the water. Great value for the money.”

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4.Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 550 reviews · from $46

Meet your Italian or English-speaking skipper at Cala Ponte Marina for a 1.5-hour speedboat cruise past Polignano a Mare’s famous caves. You’ll see Grotta Palazzese and Grotta Azzurra, stop to swim, and share Prosecco and light snacks. Captains such as Nicola and Giuseppe are praised for skilled boat handling and a lively, friendly touch.

“Great views of the city from the water. Guide was very nice and took us into caves to see everything. Was informative. Was a great experience overall.”

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