Golfo Paradiso

Discover the hidden paradise between Portofino and Genoa. The Golfo Paradiso route reveals a stretch of coastline where dramatic cliffs plunge into emerald waters, charming fishing villages dot the shore, and the underwater world comes alive at the Christ of the Abyss.

Tour Options

Half Day Tour

Morning or Afternoon — 4 Hours

Depart from any port in the Gulf of Tigullio (Sestri Levante, Lavagna, Chiavari, Rapallo, or Santa Margherita Ligure) at a time agreed upon together. Cruise slowly along the coast, admiring its natural beauty. Disembark in Portofino for a brief village visit, then anchor at San Fruttuoso for snorkeling at the Christ of the Abyss. Continue with a swimming stop at the secluded Porto Pidocchio beach, and go ashore in the picturesque fishing village of Camogli for a stroll. Return after 4 hours to your departure port or any other port in the Gulf of Tigullio.

Full Day Tour

8 Hours

The complete Golfo Paradiso experience. Depart from any port in the Gulf of Tigullio and cruise along the coast with swimming stops at Zoagli and Paraggi. Anchor at San Fruttuoso for snorkeling at the Christ of the Abyss and a shore visit to the medieval monastery. Swim at the secluded Porto Pidocchio, then go ashore in Camogli for a village stroll and lunch. Continue past the dramatic Mulinetti cliffs and along the Sori waterfront before returning through the Gulf of Tigullio with a sunset aperitivo at Paraggi.

Tour Highlights

Explore Portofino village

Snorkel at Christ of the Abyss

Swim at Porto Pidocchio

Discover Camogli fishing village

See the Mulinetti cliffs (full day)

Aperitivo at sunset in Paraggi

Departure Points

Any port in the Gulf of Tigullio: Sestri Levante, Lavagna, Chiavari, Rapallo, or Santa Margherita Ligure. Flexible return to departure port or another Gulf port.