Boat trip through the bays and caves of Otranto

This is the trip for those who like to take their time. Four hours at sea along the Otranto coast, slipping into bays and passing in front of caves, on a boat that takes no more than 12 people, with a skipper on board.

The small group changes the pace: you stop, swim, grab the mask and snorkel, which are included, and look at the seabed. Then comes an aperitivo with typical Salento products and cold drinks.

It leaves every day at 9am or 2pm, from 15 May to 15 October. On request there is also a shorter version at dawn or sunset.

With four hours at sea, the day needs a little planning. On the 2pm trip you ride in the morning and spend the afternoon on the boat. On the 9am trip you are back on land in the early afternoon, in time for a shorter ride. If you want more time on the bike, the dawn or sunset version leaves the rest of the day free.

Rentals start from Lecce, San Foca or Calimera with free pick-up and drop-off, or I bring the bike to where you are staying for a fee based on distance. I prepare a self-guided route with GPX and roadbook, and meanwhile the bike waits for you, locked with the lock included.