Polignano A Mare Cave Tours: 15 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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5.Polignano Sea Caves: Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 310 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Set out from San Vito with Venture Vibes for a two-hour cruise along the Polignano a Mare coast. Your captain guides you past Grotta Azzurra, Grotta delle Rondinelle, Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, and quieter coves, with a swimming stop, snorkeling masks, Prosecco, and soft drinks. English audio commentary is available when the captain is not an English speaker.

“We were 4 friends and loved the experience! Yana and Nicki were the best! Thank you so much for having us. We recommend!”

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6.Polignano’s coast and caves: a boat tour with drinks, swimming, music, and fun

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 263 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join Isola Blu from San Vito port for a two-hour cruise along Polignano a Mare. Guides such as Angela or Antonella may explain the caves in English, French, Spanish, Italian, while skippers including Paschal or Bartolo handle the boat. Expect music, cave stops, a swim, snorkeling, snacks, and limoncello or iced tea.

“We absolutely loved the experience! It was fun and educational. Antonella and Bartolo did everything right! Bartolo is an experienced skipper and Antonella is multi lingual so she can perfectly explain all the highlights. There's time for swimming and sing-a-longs in-between the highlights. Greetings, Jacko & Jacqueline from Holland 🫶”

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7.Polignano a Mare Caves and Grottos Tour with Refreshment

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 249 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Spend two hours along Polignano a Mare’s cliffs, entering sea-carved grottos by boat and viewing the old town from the water. Guides such as Antonella, Pietro, Ricardo, and Michele lead small groups of up to 10 in English or Italian. Expect a swim stop, time in the sun, and a light refreshment, often an Aperol Spritz.

“Our guide was knowledgeable and amazing! Loved every minute!”

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8.Polignano a Mare: Eco Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join Domenico and his small crew at San Vito for a two-hour eco catamaran cruise along Polignano a Mare. See Grotta Palazzese, Grotta Ardito, Lama Monachile, Cala Paura, and the Hermit’s Rock, then swim and snorkel in clear water. The $41 fare includes equipment, soft drinks, snacks, and a small-group setting.

“It was a very enjoyable tour. I recommend this team to everyone! You can see the city and its surroundings from a different perspective. You can admire the shape of the rocks and the colors of the sea up close. It wasn't just the children who enjoyed jumping off the boat :)”

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9.Polignano a Mare by Boat: Sea Caves & Apulian Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 113 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Meet your English- or Italian-speaking skipper at San Vito port for a 90-minute small-group cruise along Polignano a Mare. You’ll see Grotta Palazzese, Grotta Azzurra, Grotta Ardito, and Grotta delle Rondinelle, stop to swim, and enjoy an Apulian aperitif with prosecco and taralli. Alessandro is a popular guide, though the skipper may vary.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This boat tour in Polignano a Mare was an unforgettable experience from start to finish! Gliding along the coast and entering the famous sea caves was absolutely breathtaking—the colors of the water, the dramatic cliffs, and the hidden grottos felt like something out of a dream. Seeing the town from the sea gave us a whole new perspective on its beauty. Alessandro made everything smooth and fun, making sure we felt comfortable the whole way. The Apulian aperitif was such a special touch—tasting local prosecco and taralli while floating on the Adriatic really captured the essence of Puglia. It was the perfect mix of relaxation & adventure. I would…”

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10.Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour in the Caves with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 72 reviews · from $39

Meet your English or Italian-speaking skipper at Cala Ponte Marina for a 2 to 4-hour cruise along 11 km of coast. You’ll see Grotta Palazzese, Lama Monachile, and other sea caves, stop for a swim, and enjoy an Italian aperitif. Private departures are available, and Gino and Claudia may be among the crew.

“Excellent, exiting boat trip. We loved the speed, the waves, and also the interesting story about this lovely town.”

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11.Polignano a Mare: Stand-Up Paddle Board Sea Cave Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · from $30Best value

Meet an orange-shirted SUPuglia instructor in Polignano a Mare for a 2-kilometer paddle past Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, Grotta Ardito, and Grotta Azzurra. Matteo or another multilingual guide teaches the basics, provides safety gear, and can capture photos while you explore the caves and stop for a swim.

“We had such a fun paddle boarding adventure with Mateo! He was very patient with us, took us in all of the amazing coves, and took tons of pictures of us! Highly recommend this experience, super unique way to see the incredible coast of Polignano a Mare.”

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12.Polignano a Mare: 2-Hour Sea Cave Exploration Private Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews

Set out from Cala Ponte for a two-hour private cruise along Polignano a Mare’s dramatic coast. Your English or Italian-speaking guide takes you into sea caves, past the old town, and to clear water for swimming. Riccardo, Francesco, and Frederico have all led this outing, with shade and sun available on the boat.

“We thoroughly enjoyed are boat exploration of the caves. Our guide was very kind and knowledgeable. It was a little rough and he made sure we were comfortable and stayed dry. I would definitely spend another with him.”

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13.Polignano: Guided Coastline & Caves Cruise with Swim Break

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 37 reviews · from $39

Join Blue Moon Escursioni for a two-hour cruise from San Vito harbor along Polignano a Mare’s dramatic shore. An Italian or English-speaking guide points out famous caves, Lama Monachile, Grotta Palazzese, and cliffside homes before a swim and snorkeling stop. Boats carry up to eight people and have shade, cushions, ladders, and life jackets.

“Very interesting and amazing tour. Very kindful guide. Highly recommended boat tour to the best caves of Polignano a Mare!”

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14.Polignano a Mare Private Tour to the Caves brand new boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews Top rated

Meet your English or Italian speaking skipper at Cala Ponte Marina for a private two-hour cruise along Polignano a Mare’s 12-kilometer coast. You’ll visit Grotta delle Rondinelle, Grotta Azzurra, Grotta Ardito, and Grotta Palazzese, with swimming stops, a shaded boat, restroom, and time to relax. Ricardo may be your guide.

“What a wonderful trip, absolutely beautiful. Our guide, Ricardo, was excellent, telling us lots of information along the way and stopping off twice for a lovely cool swim...........he even helped me out of the water when I couldn't get back in the boat :) This is a truly amazing experience, the boat was super clean and Ricardo made our trip, perfect. Definitely recommend.”

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15.Polignano: Private boat tour to caves with swim and aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28 reviews · from $45

Set out from Cala Ponte Marina on a 7.5-metre motor boat with an English- or Italian-speaking skipper. Cruise past Polignano’s cliffs, caves, beaches, and viewpoints, then stop for a swim near Grotta Palazzese. Prosecco, Apulian tarallini, snorkeling gear, shade, a toilet, and changing rooms are included. Choose a shared or private boat.

“Was an Amazing trip, the skipper was really funny and explained to us about the coast and the caves, he answered all the questions. We could enjoy the sea and swimming a little bit in front of the caves. In the final was nice to speak with the other people in the boat and drink a prosecco. I would recommend for everybody this trip!!!!”

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