Sail Venice tours: excursions in the Venetian Lagoon

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Come relax and have fun through a sailing Venice tour. Experience the feeling of freedom that comes with sailing to the rhythm of the winds, with the sun warming your skin.

You can choose from 3 different of private tours: full dat,  sunset tour with aperitif and dinner. Each one is a great opportunity not only to spend a few carefree hours but also to celebrate your own private event.  Venice lagoon awaits you with its wonders and plenty of fun: music, dips in the water, sunshine, and some tasty snacks.

WHY DID WE LIKE THIS EXPERIENCE SO MUCH?

  • Spend a few hours or a day with your loved ones and friends in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, discovering a world-renowned panorama.
  • Sailing is definitely the quintessential way to navigate the lagoon, following its rhythms.
  • Travel with an experienced skipper who will share anecdotes and trivia with you and take you to discover enchanting and hidden corners.

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Price

These are private tours. Price change according number of persons. Please consult directly the calendar for the prices.

Examples of prices for groups of 10 persons.

  • Lagoon Sunset with Aperitif: starting from € 105 per person
  • Lagoon Sunset with Dinner: starting from € 110 per person
  • Lagoon Sunset full-day: starting from € 144 per person

Other practical information

  • The boat is a 13-meter sloop
  • The boat accommodates up to 10 people.
  • Passengers are required to be barefoot on board – if footwear is necessary due to cold or rain, shoes with leather or heels are not allowed, but white rubber shoes are permitted.
  • Each person may bring only one soft backpack without metal parts; hard suitcases or trolleys are not allowed.
  • Guests should be equipped with suitable rain and wind attire.
  • Bringing or using any kind of single-use plastic (bottles, cups, utensils) on board is not permitted.
  • The boat is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen, refrigerator, and restroom facilities.
  • Alternatively to the proposed fish-based menu, at the time of booking, guests can request meat, vegan, or gluten-free menus.

Boarding Point

  • The boarding point is  at  Sant’Elena or Punta Sabbioni.

Spoken Languages

  • Italian
  • English

Included / Excluded

Included :

  • skipper
  • fuel
  • beverages and food as described in the various excursions
  • use of services at the base port for the full-day excursion.

Excluded :

  • other beverages, alcoholic, and spirits not included in the excursion
  • everything not expressly indicated under the “Included in the services” section.

Sales Conditions

  • In the event of cancellation up to 10 days before the experience, a penalty equal to 20% of the total amount will be retained.
  • In the event of cancellation within the last 10 days, no refunds are provided.
  • In the event of the boat not departing due to technical reasons or other force majeure circumstances beyond control, the organizers reserve the right to revoke the current reservation, rescheduling it to a mutually agreed upon date or refunding the previously paid excursion cost.
  • IMPORTANT. The itinerary is indicative and subject to weather and environmental conditions; therefore, the decision regarding the predetermined itinerary and any variations lies solely with the captain.
  • At the unquestionable judgment of the boat’s captain, the chosen routes may undergo changes imposed by particular environmental conditions or situations occurring during navigation.
  • In the event of bad weather or any other situation independent of the organizers, the excursion is never canceled, except for very adverse weather conditions that will be unquestionably evaluated by the captain. If the weather conditions do not allow for the regular completion of the excursion, it can be rescheduled for another date or refunded.

Availability

from april to october

Duration

from 2 to 7 hours depending on the chosen tour

Features

  • Child Friendly
  • Private Experience
  • Sustainable

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Sailing excursions in the Venetian Lagoon offer a unique and mesmerizing experience. Cruising through the tranquil and crystalline waters, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views.

The vibrant colors of fisherman’s cottages and small islets create an enchanting landscape. You can observe pink flamingos and grey herons. The feeling of freedom as you sail is indescribable.

Every moment in the Venetian Lagoon is an opportunity to relax and recharge.

Sail Venice tours : choose your experience

All tours depart from Sant’Elena (or from Punta Sabbioni) in a 13-meter sloop accommodating up to 10 people comfortably. Enjoy sunbathing, relaxing in the shade, or listening to music via Bluetooth speakers onboard.

The itinerary is customizable, with the skipper available to tailor the experience. With this exclusive sailboat and experienced staff, you can explore the Venetian Lagoon worry-free.

Choose from three types of excursions:

  • Lagoon Sunset with Aperitif – 2 hours.
  • Lagoon Sunset with Dinner – 3 hours.
  • Lagoon Sunset full-day – 7 hours.

Sunset Aperitif in a sailboat Venice

This tour lasts about 2 hours. We will sail towards the salt marshes near the island of Burano, in a habitat where the flora and fauna of the lagoon remain unspoiled.

The skipper will explain the basics of sailing and, during the journey, you will have the chance to test yourself at the helm.

Once in Burano, we will stop along the canal in front of this wonderful island. In summer, you can enjoy a refreshing dive and a relaxing swim before savoring a seafood aperitif while admiring a truly unique sunset.

Enjoy a delightful aperitif featuring prosecco, beer, soft drinks and coffee. It pairs with tasty and typical Venetian appetizers (“cicchetti”), marinated fish or sardines or prawns, mussels, and clams.

Departure times vary:

  • 6:00 PM – April to June and September to October;
  • 7:00 PM – July and August.
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Dinner Cruise on a sailboat in Venice lagoon

The experience lasts about 3 hours, from 6 pm to 9 pm. It includes a sail in the Venetian Lagoon and a seafood dinner onboard.

You’ll sail for about an hour towards the islands of San Giorgio and Giudecca. About one hour of sailing towards the island of San Giorgio and La Giudecca.

We will stop at San Giorgio, with a stunning view over St. Mark’s Square, to enjoy a three-course seafood dinner on board. After dinner, we will sail for another hour at sunset, admiring views of St. Mark’s, the Bridge of Sighs, the Salute, and the Arsenale before returning to Sant’Elena.

Menu: three-course seafood dinner with dishes based on the day’s catch: appetizer, first course, and main course.

Full-day sailing trip with lunch

Full-day sailing excursion lasting about 7 hours from 11 am to 6 pm. It allows for a longer itinerary, stops for swimming, and includes a delicious seafood lunch onboard.

We will spend a full day sailing around the Venetian Lagoon; our skipper will explain sailing basics. Those interested can experience the thrill of steering the boat!

We will follow routes far from mass tourism, gliding along the profiles of fascinating islands such as Poveglia (the “ghost island”) and Pellestrina.

On board, we will enjoy a seafood lunch. Depending on the wind, we will decide whether to sail towards Burano or the island of San Giorgio and then St. Mark’s.

The lunch, cooked onboard and enjoyed on deck, includes a seafood menu and cicchetti with dishes based on the day’s catch.

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About sailing in Venice, you may also be interested in:

  • Sail into Venice: discover all the secrets of sailing into Venice.
  • Venice Catamaran: we offer 8 catamaran tours for you to explore: aperitifs, parties, music—there’s something for everyone!

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