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Colibri boat tour Venice : Private Tour of the Venice Lagoon

4.8 · 151 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 93% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Venice Operated by Colibrí Boat Tour Venice Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
50 min–51 min
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Start & pickup
12 start times between 09:00 and 20:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A private skippered boat for under an hour across St Mark's basin and around the Giudecca, with a sunset slot and a Murano and Burano option on request.

Prosecco and cicchetti are extra, and the price covers fuel and skipper. 4.76 from 151 reviews at €80 per person.

Best for: Choose RELAX TOUR: a private skipper around the Giudecca, 50 min–51 min at €80 per person, minimum two; prosecco extra. 4.76, 151 reviews. Boat Tours & Grand Canal comparison

Trade-off: Prosecco and cicchetti extra; two to book.

In our comparison: #4 of 5 in Boat Tours & Grand Canal, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 22, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Italian.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
RELAX TOUR The page priceBoat in exclusive : You will have the opportunity to book the boat exclusively for you Relaxation Duration: 50 minutes Extras: spritz and tapas Breathtaking views€80 for 2+ people
SUNSET TOURBoat in exclusive : You will have the opportunity to book the boat exclusively for you Sunset Duration: 50 minutes Extras: spritz and tapas Breathtaking sunsets Motor boat€100 for 2+ people
Murano & Burano tourBoat in exclusive : Have the opportunity to book the boat exclusively for you Relaxation Duration: 3 hours Fatory Glass / Burano Motor boat€600 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Private transportation
  • Fuel
  • Skipper
  • Prosecco and cichetti (extra)

Reviews

4.8
151 ratings
Tripadvisor 121 · Viator 30

93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 141 of 151

Star breakdown of all 151 ratings

5 stars
134 · 89%
4 stars
7 · 5%
3 stars
5 · 3%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
4 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers enjoy the private ride and sunset views; the outer lagoon route disappoints some expecting inner canals

Praised

  • Peaceful private ride away from the crowds
  • Views of Venice and the lagoon at sunset
  • Friendly skipper sharing local history and answering questions
  • Careful boat handling that helps passengers feel safe
  • Help with photos, including positioning the boat for better views

Complaints

  • Some enjoy the outer lagoon, while others find the route dull and want more inner canals
  • Some praise the commentary, while others want more detail about passing sights
  • Unclear pickup instructions and trouble reaching the operator
  • Late starts and trips ending earlier than advertised

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 August 2024 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
12 start times between 09:00 and 20:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Colibrí Boat Tour Venice; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Age 10+ minimum age to join

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Boat Tours & Grand Canal

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #4 of 5€8050 min–51 min4.76 (151)private
Learn to Row in the Venice Canals€791h 30m4.92 (126)shared
Venice Sunset by Typical Venetian Boat with Prosecco€951h 45m4.83 (546)shared
Sunset Jazz Catamaran Cruise with Aperitivo and Live Saxophone€801h 30m4.81 (305)shared

Ranked #4 of 5 in Boat Tours & Grand Canal by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €79 to €95, median €80; typical length 1h 30m. 1 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 5 Boat Tours & Grand Canal

From €80 per adult · RELAX TOUR