The 15 Italy Fishing Trips That Earn a Whole Day

Fishing and Tourism in Capri - Two ways to experience Capri

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 328 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $175Our pick

Join Sal, Anna, Lorenzo, or other SalBoat crew members for an eight-hour trip from Sorrento to Capri. Fish for bottom-dwelling species, swim, enjoy a farm-made lunch with prosecco, and choose two hours exploring Capri on foot or staying aboard.

“Sal, his family and crew are just so amazing. From the moment Sal picked us up to the moment we were dropped off we had nothing but an amazing time. Sal and Margherita were incredible hosts on the boat with lots of information about the coast as well as suggestions for things to do. We chose to do the fishing option and ended up with 2 hours on Capri and 2 hours fishing. We had a fantastic time and ended up getting to eat the fish we caught for lunch! You definitely will not go hungry on this tour. Sal and his family make all the food you eat and…”

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Boat fishing, boat tours, boat party

2.Boat fishing, boat tours, boat party

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Set out from Taranto with skipper Nicola for a private boat trip combining fishing, a shallow-water swim, and scenic cruising near the Ponte Girevole. Choose fishing, fun, or both for up to 12 people. The boat carries fishing gear and coolers, but fuel and a €15 membership fee are extra.

“Nicola was happy and polite but this was not the fishing trip we had expected. Beach stops were good and he tried to make it up to us with an extra hour and several proseccos which was kind. However, he was an hour late, had no bait, we stayed within the harbour and it wasn't the fishing trip we had been led to believe we had paid €228 ( fuel costs) for. Lovely chap but maybe not the boat for fishing.”

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Fishing, Snorkelling & Dolphin Boat Tour

3.Fishing, Snorkelling & Dolphin Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Set out from Vibo Marina for a small-group boat trip along Calabria’s coast. You’ll fish, snorkel, and watch for dolphins and whales during roughly three hours on the water. Pickup is offered, the boat holds no more than 12 people, and the tour runs in English.

“Schöne Tour. Waren mit unseren 2 Kindern da. Alles wie beschrieben, hatten leider kein Glück und konnten keine Delphine sichten.”

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Group Capri tour , visit of caves, fishing legend and swimming

4.Group Capri tour , visit of caves, fishing legend and swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $142

From Sorrento, skipper Arila or Luigi takes you by boat around Capri and the Sorrento coast. See the Blue and Green Grotto areas, Punta Carena, the Faraglioni, White Grotto, and Punta Campanella, with three hours for swimming, food, drinks, and local life at Marina Piccola.

“Great tour! Well organised and run perfectly to time. Awesome boat with great crew (Arila and Luigi). Absolutely the best way to see Capri!”

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Bari:Private Boat Trip over “Gozzovigliando”, fishermen boat

5.Bari:Private Boat Trip over “Gozzovigliando”, fishermen boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $53

Cruise Bari’s coast in a private six-meter gozzo, the old fishing boat of Bari. Skipper Alfonso leads a 1.5-hour trip past San Nicola, Santa Scolastica, Fortino, and the Umbertino waterfront, with a swim stop in summer when conditions allow, plus Peroni or prosecco and local snacks.

“We loved this boat ride with our guide Alfonso on his traditional "gozzo" boat along the waterfront and Adriatic coast around Bari. We had seen all the sites of Bari from the ground, and this was the perfect complement to that by allowing us to see Bari from the waterside. Alfonso was a wonderful and friendly host who gave us an entertaining trip while he pointed out the points of interest and gave us insights into life in Bari and Puglia. It certainly didn't hurt to enjoy a bottle of Rosé Prosecco and a traditional crispy snack that Alfonso offered to us onboard. My daughter and I had a great…”

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Private tour with fishing, tour of Capri and lunch on board

6.Private tour with fishing, tour of Capri and lunch on board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

From Massa Lubrense, Angela and Luigi’s private Sparviere boat tour combines fishing near Punta Campanella, Capri’s grottos, snorkeling, swimming, and a lunch made with the day’s catch and homegrown produce. The six-to-seven-hour trip suits families and small groups who want a relaxed day on the water.

“Angela and Luigi were excellent hosts! Our day was filled with many incredible sites and we loved the fact that they are family owned!”

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Bari: Fishing experience aboard an authentic fishing boat

7.Bari: Fishing experience aboard an authentic fishing boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $94

Join skipper Alfonso aboard Gozzovigliando, an authentic blue-and-red Apulian gozzo, for 2.5 hours of trolling or octopus fishing from Bari’s Old Port. The small group, limited to four people, includes gear, bait, wine, taralli, water, and the catch you make.

“Fantastic experience for both of us, our first time fishing, Alphonso explained all we needed to know and we had a great time, give it a try!”

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Cefalù: boat trip with fishing, coastal tour, snorkeling, and lunch on board

8.Cefalù: boat trip with fishing, coastal tour, snorkeling, and lunch on board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 6 hours · from $94

Join Giovanni from Cefalù Pescaturismo Melissa for a six-hour coastal trip on a working 10-meter fishing boat. Watch the morning nets come in, hear local fishing stories, swim and snorkel at Santa Lucia, then eat freshly prepared fish, bruschetta, and pasta with a drink.

“Nous avons passé un excellent moment avec Giovanni qui nous a cuisiné un délicieux repas avec les poissons et gambas péchés ensemble au filet le matin même. Le bateau permet d’accueillir un petit groupe de 9 personnes et propose toutes les commodités pour profiter du large et d’un repas confortablement assis. C’est un excellent rapport qualité prix avec un natif de l’île tellement sympathique. Merci encore Giovanni ☺️”

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Pizzo: Fishing, Snorkeling, Dolphin Watching

9.Pizzo: Fishing, Snorkeling, Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

From Vibo Marina, you’ll troll for tuna or swordfish, search for wild dolphins, and swim near Pizzo’s Piedigrotta cave-chapel. The boat holds no more than 12 people, guides speak English, Italian, and German, and fishing and snorkeling gear are included. Dolphin sightings are never guaranteed.

“Älskade den! Guiderna va super trevliga och hela upplevelsen va otrolig. Vi fick se massa delfiner, snorkla i super blått vatten, sitta och fiska i solen längst bak i båten. Rekommenderar starkt”

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Shared trip with fishing and visit the beauty of Capri island

10.Shared trip with fishing and visit the beauty of Capri island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $162

From Marina Lobra, Angela and Luigi take you by boat toward Punta Campanella for guided fishing, then around Capri’s caves and coves. You’ll swim, eat your catch with garden-grown vegetables, and finish with homemade limoncello. Pickup from Sorrento is available.

“Angela and Luigi were amazing hosts! This experience was the best part of our whole trip to Italy. We had an amazing day fishing, swimming, and seeing the beautiful Italian waters and coastline around Capri. Angela made a great lunch, and the fish we caught tasted great. Amazing experience. Angela and Luigi are so friendly and welcoming, and getting picked up from our accommodation made the whole day effortless. I want to come back to Sorrento just to go out on their boat again!”

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Siracusa: Ortigia +sea caves +fishing experience

11.Siracusa: Ortigia +sea caves +fishing experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

Spend 2.5 hours cruising around Ortigia, Syracuse, with skipper Antonio or Antonino. See Baroque waterfronts, enter sea caves, stop for a swim, and try simple hands-on fishing with equipment provided. English and Italian guidance, onboard water, and an awning are included.

“Super team🙂. Their English was perfect and their charm specially with the kids was really nice. Thank you for the lovely morning!”

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Tour with medium seabed or rod fishing.

12.Tour with medium seabed or rod fishing.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours on a private boat from Syracuse, combining rod or medium-seabed fishing with a coastal cruise. You’ll circle Ortigia, pass Maniace Castle and Fonte Aretusa, see northern sea caves, and reach the Pillirina Gulf. Drinks are included, and beginners receive help from the crew.

“Esperienza indimenticabile grazie alla disponibilità e alla professionalità dei ragazzi che ci hanno accompagnato per tutto il giro. Lo consiglio vivamente.”

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Private Sunset Fishing Experience in Sorrento

13.Private Sunset Fishing Experience in Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Massa Lubrense with Angela and Luigi for 2.5 hours of trolling fishing, coastal swimming, snorkeling, sunset views, local snacks, and limoncello. Your private group of up to 12 shares the boat, with pickup available from Sorrento and an extra fee for farther locations.

“This was such an amazing experience. My father and son did this together and had a wonderful time. They really enjoyed themselves. They could not stop talking about it.”

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Sorrento: Sea-Fishing Tour with Lunch Onboard

14.Sorrento: Sea-Fishing Tour with Lunch Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · from $185

Join Salvatore, Anna, and an experienced fisherman for an 8-hour trip from Sorrento to Capri. Fish with local techniques, swim and snorkel, tour sea caves and the Faraglioni, and eat a simple onboard lunch made with the day’s catch.

“Sal was one of the most charismatic and genuine hosts I have come across. It is his families business and it shows. He truly cared about everyone feeling comfortable and having a great time. His crew mate was also excellent. We stayed on board to fish and they were quick to provide instruction and even our 11 year old daughter caught many fish! It was one of our favorite activities here. Highly recommended!”

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Bluefin Tuna Fishing Charter in the Egadi Islands

15.Bluefin Tuna Fishing Charter in the Egadi Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Trapani with Captain Salvatore and the Egadi Charter & Tour crew for roughly eight hours of sport fishing around Favignana, Marettimo, and Levanzo. Rods, hooks, live bait equipment, snacks, and water are supplied. The private charter suits both beginners and experienced anglers.

“Fantastic fishing day! With a group of friends we boarded the beautiful boat, equipped with professional equipment. The skipper Salvatore welcomed us warmly, and accompanied us to this fishing trip impeccably for his professionalism in the field and also for his sympathy. During the fishing trip after triggering live, for lunchtime we grilled the meat, which made everything very relaxing and cozy. We were lucky enough to catch a tuna, the fishing experience was unforgettable!!. I thank Salvatore and all the crew for this magnificent experience. Highly Recommendation to all fishing enthusiasts this charter.Auto-translated”

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