SAILBOAT IN THE PELAGOS SANCTUARY

🌊Relaxation and the sea await us, as we are welcomed aboard a sailing boat for an experience with a difference: for a day, we’ll step into the shoes of marine researchers specialising in sea watching and whale watching, scanning the horizon for the backs and spouts of whales; During this special marine nature excursion, we will be accompanied by a biologist and certified Environmental Guide, with whom we will explore topics relating to the extraordinary richness of life in the Ligurian Sea: from sunfish to bluefish, from various species of seabirds to turtles, right up to the large cetaceans that live here year-round in the Pelagos Sanctuary. There will also be time to reflect on humanity’s impact on the marine ecosystem and what we can do to care for it.

In short: a ‘slow’ day awaits us, in tune with the rhythms of the natural environment around us, as we discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Ligurian Sea – not to be missed!

📍Meeting point and times 

• Meeting point: at 9.30 at the Port of Capo San Donato, Finale Ligure (SV)
• Return at 17 p.m.

🚗 How to get there 

By train:

The nearest railway station is Finale Ligure Marina, on the Genoa-Ventimiglia line. From the station, the Port of Capo San Donato can be reached: 

On foot: with a pleasant 20-25 minute walk along the seafront and through the centre of Finale Ligure.

By bus: on local bus route 40/ (towards Savona) in under 10 minutes.

By Bus:

The Port of Capo San Donato is located near the stops on the TPL Line 40 Savona-Finalborgo coastal public transport route, which connects Savona with Finale Ligure and other towns in the western part of the province. The stops are situated directly on the Aurelia road, just a short walk from the port entrance.

From Finale Ligure Marina: Take the bus towards Savona from the station square or from the stops along the seafront. The journey takes about 10 minutes. Download the timetable (PDF)

From Savona: Take Line 40/ towards Finalborgo. The bus passes through the towns of Vado Ligure, Bergeggi, Spotorno and Noli; the Port of Capo San Donato is just past Varigotti (55–60 mins). Download the timetable (PDF)

Bus stop: Get off at the Capo San Donato/Port stop.

By car:

The port is located to the east of Finale Ligure, on State Road 1 (Via Aurelia).

From the A10 motorway (Genoa-Ventimiglia): The recommended exit is Finale Ligure. After the toll booth, follow the signs for the town centre and continue along Via Aurelia heading east (towards Savona) until you reach the port.

Parking: Parking is available within the port area.

⏱️Program 

• Pre-departure briefing
• Sailing on the open sea (those who wish may receive an introduction to sailing from the skipper)
• Observation and identification of marine species (sea watching)
• Whale watching on the open sea, accompanied by a biologist and a certified nature guide affiliated with AIGAE
• Lunch on board
• Swimming (weather and sea conditions permitting)

🎒What to bring with you 

• Sun cream
• Binoculars
• Camera
• Comfortable, breathable technical clothing worn in layers
• Windbreaker, hat or bandana
• Supply of water (at least 0.5 litres)
• Waterproof jacket (e.g. K-Way)

💰Costs 

• From €110.00 per person (up to €125.00 per person for a minimum of 8 participants)

🖊️CONDITIONS

• EXCLUSIVE BOAT HIRE for 8 people: €1,000 (8-passenger boat);
• EXCLUSIVE BOAT HIRE for 11 people: €1,200 (11-
  passenger boat)
• Ideal for those who want exclusive use of a boat and for groups of friends or family wishing to organise a private day out.
• Family discounts available – contact us to find out more!
• A 20% deposit is payable in advance; in the event of cancellation of the trip, the deposit will be refunded in full.
• If registered participants fail to attend, the deposit will not be refunded.

🎟️DETAILS PART

The price includes:

• Guidance from a qualified AIGAE-affiliated nature guide.
• Parking at the Port of Finale Ligure
• Sailing boat hire
• Skipper’s services
• Fuel
• Whale watching guide service with a biologist on board
• Citizen science activities using specialist equipment (binoculars, hydrophone) for sighting and listening to sounds in the sea
• Lunch on board
• Swimming/snorkelling (subject to favourable weather and sea conditions)

The price doesn't include:

• Transfers
• Anything not specified under ‘the price includes

📝Registrations

• To take part, you must register by filling in the form online  on the website

👤Organizator

Escursioni Liguria