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Excursion on the trail of the Tonnarella

New To The Site! Genoa, Italy

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

The Tonnarella di Camogli, located within the Portofino Marine Protected Area, was the last active one in the Mediterranean, and ceased its activity two years ago. Participants in this boat excursion, guided by the explanations of a guide, will be able to relive a unique experience sailing within the Golfo Paradiso and the Portofino Marine Protected Area, discovering places that can only be reached by boat or on foot such as Porto Pidocchio and the village of San Fruttuoso

What's Included

  • Restroom on board
  • Snacks At the end of the excursion it is possible to have a fish-based tasting in a restaurant in Camogli
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via al Porto
Camogli GE, Italy

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Camogli

Our excursion begins in Camogli with a walk in the company of our guide who accompanies you to discover the historical traces of the Tonnarella present in this charming seaside village. At the end we will continue our excursion by taking a boat towards Punta Chiappa - San Fruttuoso. Upon return, if you wish (optional and for a fee), there will be a tasting in a restaurant with a spectacular view of the Golfo Paradiso
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Punta Chiappa

The first stop of the boat is Porto Pidocchio in Punta Chiappa. Here we will stop for an hour to listen to our guide who tells us everything about the Tonnarella also with the help of photographic material. At the end, we take the boat back to San Fruttuoso with a 15-minute navigation in the spectacular setting of the Portofino Marine Protected Area.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Baia Di San Fruttuoso

Once we get off in San Fruttuoso, a seaside village, inside the Portofino Marine Protected Area, reachable only by boat or on foot, we will reach the shed where the Tonnarella nets were built with a 10-minute walk in the Mediterranean scrub. The guide explains which materials were used and the process. The excursion ends with the return by boat to Camogli. For those who wish, it is included in the ticket, it is possible to stay in San Fruttuoso for a swim in the crystal clear waters, or have lunch in one of the restaurants on the beach, and then return with any boat that operates the line to Camogli
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Excursion on the trail of the Tonnarella?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-313475P1


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  • Restroom on board
  • SnacksAt the end of the excursion it is possible to have a fish-based tasting in a restaurant in Camogli

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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