Best Private Boat Tours in Italy — Our Top 15

1.Private Boat Tour of the Archipelago of La Maddalena West Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) Our pick

Spend about seven hours with captain Carlo exploring the western La Maddalena archipelago from Palau. Your private group of up to six visits Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria, with time for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and a prepared lunch with drinks. Carlo adjusts the route to the wind and speaks excellent English.

“This was our whole group’s favorite day in Sardegna. The water and beaches are perfect and Carlo was an excellent host. I can’t imagine visiting Sardegna and not seeing this part of the island and its beauty. I highly recommend this.”

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2.La Maddalena archipelago private tour with skipper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours on a private boat with skipper Valerio around Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and Razzoli. Swim and snorkel in clear water, see Budelli’s famous pink beach from offshore, visit quiet coves, and enjoy sparkling wine with Sardinian meats and cheeses. Fuel is paid separately by the liter.

“Valerio was an incredible host. He was very kind, knowledgeable, and gave us an absolutely incredible experience that we will not forget. He brought us to places we certainly would never have had the pleasure of experiencing without his expertise and knowledge of the area, all while providing us with space to enjoy our solitude and take in the beauty of the area. We would highly recommend this to anyone. My wife and I booked the private trip as to best enjoy the experience together, and while the cost may seem jarring we felt it was worth every penny for the intangible experience we were offered and the gracious host…”

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3.One Day Private Excursion to the La Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Take a private boat around La Maddalena with a skipper such as Alberto or Tiziano, stopping at Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, Razzoli, Caprera, and the old town of La Maddalena. Swim, snorkel, and shape the route around your group, with fuel charged separately at day’s end.

“This tour was by far the most favorite part of our trip in Sardinia! Alberto was so easy going and knowledgeable about all the different beaches and parts of the coast. He was flexible with the schedule but kept a good pace to get through all the beautiful beaches before the end of the day. Andrea was also very good about communicating the plans and providing good directions and contact information. Amazing experience overall!”

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4.Private Catamaran Tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Porto Rafael Palau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours on a private catamaran from Punta Sardegna near Palau, visiting Spiaggia Rosa, Spargi, Santa Maria, and the calm pools between Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. Your crew handles lunch, drinks, and snorkeling gear. The route changes with the weather, and the boat carries only your group, up to 12 people.

“Danilo, Simone, and Samantha were a fantastic captain and crew. Their hospitality was genuine, their skills supreme, and their English was great! This was the highlight of our trip to Sardinia! Don’t miss this exceptional experience! Laurel”

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5.Venice from Rome: Private Day Trip by train with Islands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $848Best value

Leave Rome early, ride the train to Venice, then tour Murano’s glass workshops and Burano’s colorful lanes by private boat. Your guide leads a walking tour through St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs, and Rialto Bridge before helping you return to Rome. Guides such as Cleo, Daria, Claudia, and Lara are praised for personal service and local insight.

“I must insist everyone reading this review. Take the trip to Venice! It is a must see, an experience to remember if you have never been. Claudia was our guide, and she did a terrific job of showing me and my wife around Venice. Venice is a massive maze, but she navigated it like the true professional that she is. Claudio thank you for giving us such a good woman to show us around. Even our driver Remo was considerate of our safety to and from the train station. The Private Day Trip From Rome To Venice is a must. Thank you to the whole team.”

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6.Daily Private Boat Tour in the La Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Join Charlie Sea Excursion for a private 7 to 8 hour boat day from Palau. Your English-speaking crew takes you to Spargi’s coves, Budelli’s Pink Beach, Porto Madonna’s natural pools, and Caprera’s Cala Coticcio. The route suits up to six people and can shift with sea conditions.

“Had the best day with Charlie on his boat, he took us to many secluded spots and some of the very popular spot too. We swam in the most clear blue water we have ever seen. We even saw dolphins! Thankyou Charlie for a day we will never forget!”

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7.Private Rib Tour La Maddalena archipelago with skipper 4 or 8 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews

Set out with skipper Daniele or Valeria on a private RIB around Sardinia’s La Maddalena archipelago. Choose a four or eight-hour outing, adjust the route to the weather, stop at coves near Spargi, Budelli, Caprera, and Santa Maria, and swim from the boat. Drinks, snacks, towels, a toilet, and park authorization are included, but lunch and fuel cost extra.

“Daniele and Valeria were excellent. They were very friendly and very informative. The day was a little windy and Daniele was able to take us to the most sheltered coves and beaches and they were all breathtakingly beautiful. The boat was verRead more”

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8.Maddalena Archipelago Private Sailboat Tour from PALAU

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours on a private sailboat from Palau, with room for up to 12 people. Alberto and Olivia may host your day, serving Sardinian fish, Vermentino, beer, sweets, and fruit as you visit Budelli, Spargi, Santa Maria, and the calm natural pools. Swim gear is included, but bring your own beach towel.

“Everything about this trip was amazing. The hosts/crew (Alberto and Olivia) were so accommodating. The food was fantastic and the tour was wonderful. We would do it all over again. Worth every penny.”

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9.Private Motorboat Tour of the La Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

From Palau, Sfizio IV takes your private group through La Maddalena’s islands, including Budelli, Santa Maria, and Spargi. Captain Giovanni or another local skipper chooses good swimming stops, while lunch, drinks, a restroom, and snorkeling gear are included. Expect a relaxed day on the water, with long breaks for swimming and beach time.

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10.All inclusive private tour in the Archipelago of La Maddalena

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours on a private boat around Sardinia’s La Maddalena Archipelago with a skipper such as Nicola, Christian, or Sara. Swim at Spargi, Budelli’s Natural Pools, Caprera, or Santo Stefano, pass Pink Beach for photos, visit La Maddalena town, and enjoy lunch, snacks, drinks, and snorkeling gear.

“What an amazing experience! My husband and I had the pleasure of spending the day with Christian and Nicola on their beautiful boat. They were incredible hosts, and were very accommodating and kind. They also served a delicious lunch! If you are a couple or a small group looking for the perfect private boat tour, I would not hesitate to book this.”

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11.Private Catamaran Tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours on a private catamaran from Cannigione, visiting Caprera coves, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. You’ll swim, snorkel, photograph the protected Pink Beach, and enjoy a Sardinian brunch with Vermentino, beer, soft drinks, coffee, and water. The skipper may change the route for safety.

“Fantastic end to end experience! Our group of 10 absolutely loved this tour. Our hosts were both kind and knowledgeable, the food and drink was plentiful and the itinerary wonderful. Thoroughly recommend!”

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12.Private tour, archipelago of La Maddalena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Cannigione with a private skipper for Caprera, Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and Palau’s Bear Rock. Swim at Cala Brigantina and Cala Coticcio, stop for Sardinian snacks and drinks, photograph the closed Spiaggia Rosa, and spend time on two beaches. Skippers such as Andrea, Antonio, and Nico have been praised for friendly service and local insight.

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13.Full day private archipelago tour in La Maddalena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend eight hours aboard a private boat from Cannigione, with Emma and Gianluca among the named hosts. Swim at Spargi, see Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, enjoy Porto della Madonna’s natural pools, and walk La Maddalena town. Prosecco, WiFi, a restroom, and multilingual audio commentary are included. Lunch and snorkeling gear cost extra.

“I Highly recommend this tour, we booked the Privee area and it is super well worth the price for comfort, views, and service. There is even a phone line to call the bar/food service and any other service. Emma and Gianluca are amazing! It was an unforgettable day and a highlight of our 2 week trip to Italy.”

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14.La Maddalena Archipelago: private all inclusive boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

You’ll cruise from Palau aboard an Apreamare 10 with space for up to 10 people, stopping at Spargi, Budelli, La Maddalena, and either Caprera or Santo Stefano. Skipper Nicola and his team provide swimming gear, a SUP, Sardinian aperitif, pasta, wine, fruit, and mirto. The day runs from 9:30 to 17:00.

“We had a great time, at first we were a bit rushed because the boat hadn't arrived, but as soon as Nicola arrived he was attentive to us the whole time, he took us to very pretty coves for swimming and diving. A 10 out of 10 excursion, with its aperitif, lunch, limonchello... if you're reading this, START Nicola!”

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15.La Maddalena Archipelago: Private Trip by Zodiac (RIB)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Join skipper Cristian on a private 7-meter Polaris RIB for a full day around La Maddalena National Park. You will stop at Spargi, Budelli, Caprera or Santo Stefano, and La Maddalena town. The boat has shade, cushions, a ladder, freshwater shower, and stereo. Snorkeling gear is available on request.

“Beautiful experience, crystal clear water and fantastic beaches. Cristian is number one, very friendly and helpful. We will definitely contact him again in the future to repeat the experience.”

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