Sunset Aperitif Cruise on the Gulf of Poets: Nimbus W9 Private Boat
Board the Nimbus Weekender W9 at 6:00 p.m. — from La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere — and return at 9:00 p.m.: a 3-hour private sunset cruise across the Gulf of Poets for a maximum of 6 guests, designed around the most beautiful hour of the day on the water. Intimate, flexible and completely private, the Nimbus W9 is the ideal vessel for couples, small families or a group of close friends who want the sunset experience without compromise on exclusivity.
Departing into the gulf, the first destination is Portovenere — recognisable immediately by its tall colourful terraced houses stacked along the medieval waterfront and by the Church of San Pietro, perched above the sea on the rocky tip of the promontory. Portovenere is part of the UNESCO World Heritage coastline that includes the Cinque Terre and the Palmaria archipelago, and seen from the water at this hour it is one of the most quietly spectacular scenes in all of Liguria.
Palmaria Island, Byron's Grotto and the Return Along the Shore
The second stop is Palmaria Island — the largest of the three UNESCO-listed islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto that guard the entrance to the gulf. Palmaria is a natural paradise for hikers, its coastline punctuated by natural sea caves and former military fortifications now converted into tourist facilities. Among the caves is the celebrated Grotta di Lord Byron, named after the English Romantic poet who famously swam these waters in the early 19th century.
During the cruise, one dedicated swimming stop is included in a sheltered bay, where a rich aperitif is prepared and served on board as the sun descends towards the horizon. On the return towards the port of departure, the boat passes the quiet seaside villages of Le Grazie, Fezzano and Cadimare along the inner shore of the gulf.
Itineraries are subject to weather and sea conditions. The skipper may modify the route at any time to ensure the safety of all guests.
Included: exclusive boat rental, skipper, crew, aperitif served on board.
Departure ports: La Spezia, Lerici or Portovenere.
Max capacity: 6 guests — private charter only.
