7 Day Pontine Islands Flotilla Itinerary

Procida

Spend the evening in Procida’s pastel-hued marina, nestled on the northeast corner of the island. Brace yourself for a warm welcome with a refreshing drink and pizza party as you get to know your new flotilla companions at our base. Sleep on board your yacht and wake up to your morning flotilla yacht briefing.

*We will do our utmost to accommodate all the listed stops. However, please be aware that routes may change due to weather conditions or availability.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi,Showers/ Toilets,Rubbish,Restaurants,Provisioning,Chandlery,Dive Shop,Car hire,Bike hire,Bars,Electricity,Fuel,Gift shop, ATM

Discover Procida

Lingua Beach
Close to port, relax on the scenic beach of Lingua Beach before your flotilla sets off.

Procida to Sant'Angelo, Ischia

To launch our journey, we’ll head towards the island of Ischia and drop anchor on the east coast to enjoy lunch up against the medieval Aragonese Castle. Once satiated, set course once more to anchor overnight on the southern coast of the island in Sant’Angelo. Known for its mineral-rich thermal springs thanks to its volcanic legacy, Ischia has stolen many visitors’ hearts with its natural beauty.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr Sailing time
• 6 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi,Showers/ Toilets,Rubbish,Restaurants,Provisioning,Chandlery,Dive Shop,Car hire,Bike hire,Bars,Electricity,Fuel,Gift shop, ATM

Discover Ischia

Medieval Aragonese Castle
With its colorful and turbulent history, enjoy walking through intricate bougainvillea-covered walls that now hold beautiful local exhibitions and international film festivals in the summer.

Le Fumarole
Spend some time on Le Fumarole beach, where locals and travelers alike cook fresh seafood on its thermal vapour hot spots!

Ischia to Ventotene

Head far out into the Gulf of Naples to the lively island of Ventotene. Enjoy a straight shot of blue water sailing as you leave Ischia in your wake. Navigate to Porto Romano on the island’s northeast coast. Here, we will moor in safety to explore the peaceful town on the island that boasts brilliantly colored vegetation and panoramic views.

The day’s sailing

• 4 Hr Sailing time
• 20 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Ventotene

Wreck diving

Ventotene is one of the greatest scuba diving spots in Italy, and home to a diving academy. Explore the wrecks, treasures and marine life of the Ventotene Marine Reserve.

Piazza Castello

Lying directly above Port Romano, the epicenter of Ventotene town is a textbook example of authentic Italian seaside village charm.

Ventotene to Ponza

Sail on to the next island in the Pontine chain, beautiful Ponza, which is situated 25 miles to the west. Here we will moor overnight in the Port of Ponza on the eastern side of the island. Snorkel the crystal-clear waters and explore the beaches and spectacular geological formations Ponza is known for. End the day’s adventures with a group dinner at a local restaurant, where delectable seafood cuisine is satisfying after a splendid day of sailing.

The day’s sailing

• 4 Hr Sailing time
• 20 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi,Rubbish,Restaurants,Provisioning,Dive Shop,Bars,Electricity,Fuel,Ice,Gift shop, ATM

Discover Ponza

Suggested lunch spots
Enjoy a late lunch on Isola Zannone to the north of Ponza. This rocky islet is great for bird watching and offers incredible views across the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Ponza to Palmarola

Next in our sights is Palmarola, the most westerly of the Pontine Islands. Serving primarily as a nature reserve, Palmarola’s coast is dotted with incredible cliffs and grottos, allowing you to dive and snorkel alongside the rich marine life of the Tyrrhenian Sea. We’ll anchor overnight at this craggy gem of the Mediterranean.

The day’s sailing

• 6 Hr Sailing time
• 1 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Anchoring option

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Palmarola

The Rifles
Palmarola is known for its rugged sea stacks such as this magical collapsed natural arch.

Cava Mazzella
Those of the adventurous nature can uncover the mystique of this natural cave.

Palmarola to Port of Ischia

Leaving Palmarola in our wake, we’ll break up the day’s journey with a lunch stop at the tiny islet of Santo Stefano, just east of Ventotene. Then we set course for the main port on the northeast coast of the island of Ischia. Mooring overnight, enjoy a sociable happy hour before then stroll the bustling main street riddled with great nightlife and cuisine.

The day’s sailing

• 7 Hr Sailing time
• 42 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Anchoring option

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Restaurants,Bars

Discover Santo Stefano Island

Carcere Borbonico di Santo Stefano
Explore the incredible abandoned panopticon prison dating from the late 18th century.

Ischia to Procida

We will head back to peaceful Procida for our last night, ending our island-hopping exploration by discovering Marina Corricella – a quaint fishing village, which can only be reached by boat or on foot. Enjoy the last group dinner of mouth-watering seafood and local wine at a classic Procidan restaurant.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr Sailing time
• 6 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi,Rubbish,Restaurants,Provisioning,Bars,Electricity,Gift shop, ATM

Discover Procida

If you have time, head to Terra Murata, Procida’s vibrant historic center. Get lost in its winding streets and visit the old Royal Palace of Palazzo d’Avalos or wander around its church, Chiesa di Santa Margherita Nuvoa, which boasts beautiful views overlooking Capri.