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title: Ponza Island Day Trip from Rome with Boat Tour Swimming and Lunch
lang: en
type: tour
city: Rome
country: Italy
price: 199
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 68
duration_minutes: 840
languages: [en, it]
free_cancellation: true
guidekin_pick: Boat trip, swimming and lunch
rank_in_category: 10 of 77 (Day Trips from Rome)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-12
data_updated: 2026-09-14
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ponza-island-day-trip-from-rome-with-boat-tour-swimming-and-lunch/
---

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

**Guidekin's take:** Ponza for a day: a transfer to Anzio, the fast ferry across, then a long shared boat tour around the island's cliffs and coves with swim stops and a picnic pasta lunch with wine on board, rated 4.97 across 68 reviews. Transfers, boat and lunch are included at €199 per person. The return ferry ticket is paid separately at check in.

## 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 harbor.

Arrive back in Rome at approximately 9:00 PM.

## Key facts

- Price: from €199 per person
- Duration: 14h
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 68 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Open Up

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Only | €199 / person | Italian, English | Does not include snorkel gear. Starting point: Caffè Cestia PLOOM STORE, Piazza di Porta S. Paolo, 1, 00153 Roma RM, Italy |
| Tour + Snorkel Set Rental | €229 / person | Italian, 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 |

## What's included

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

## Not included

- Round trip ferry ticket between Anzio Port and Ponza.

## Itinerary

1. **Ponza Island** (4h) - Ponza is the largest island of the Pontine archipelago, known for its colorful harbor, dramatic cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. Its volcanic landscape has created a coastline filled with hidden coves, sea caves, and natural rock formations.
2. **Grotte di Pilato** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
3. **Faro della Guardia** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
4. **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.
5. **Capo Bianco** (30m) - 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.
6. **Cala Feola** (pass by, no stop) - Located beneath the hilltop village of Le Forna, Cala Feola is a picturesque cove that also functions as a small harbor for local fishing boats. Its calm, crystal-clear waters and nearby natural rock pools make it one of Ponza’s favorite swimming spots.
7. **Piscine Naturali** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
8. **Cala dell'Acqua** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
9. **Cala Fonte** (pass by, no stop) - is a scenic fishing cove famous for its natural rock pools and traditional boat shelters carved into the cliffs.
10. **Forte Papa** (pass by, no stop) - Overlooking the sea, Forte Papa is a historic defensive fort that once guarded Ponza’s coastline. Nearby, the wreck of a U.S. World War II landing craft lies beneath the crystal-clear water, adding a fascinating layer of modern history.
11. **Cala Cecata** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
12. **Cala Felci** (30m) - is known for its striking yellow-streaked cliffs, where sulphur deposits color the rock and reveal traces of Ponza’s volcanic origins.
13. **Punta Incenso** (pass by, no stop) - 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.
14. **Cala Gaetano** (pass by, no stop) - 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 snorkeling.
15. **Arco Naturale** (30m) - 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.
16. **Spiaggia Di Frontone** (pass by, no stop) - Spiaggia del Frontone is Ponza’s best-known beach, loved for its clear turquoise water, smooth white pebbles, and vibrant beach clubs.
17. **Centro Storico di Ponza** (1h) - After our boat tour comes to an end, we will visit the charming historic center of Ponza, famous for its pastel-colored buildings and lively harbor. You’ll have one hour of free time to stroll the waterfront, explore local boutiques, or enjoy a café with sea views.

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Departures: 07:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

In front of the "Stazione per le Linee del Lazio" at Termini Train Station. This is a substation of Termini Train station, located at Via Giovanni Giolitti 62, next to tracks 25-29. Your guide will meet you at the entrance.

## Good to know

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

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