Private Boat Tour from Menaggio
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September 2026
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4.9/5
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Is Private Boat Tour from Menaggio worth booking?
Private Boat Tour from Menaggio is a 1-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $533 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (10)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $533 per person
With private boat tour You see several amazing villas and spot of the centre of como , such as Bellagio, Villa Balbianello and much more. The private tour is made with a comfortable powerboat where Captain Hellen and Cap
What you get
About this experience
With private boat tour You see several amazing villas and spot of the centre of como , such as Bellagio, Villa Balbianello and much more. The private tour is made with a comfortable powerboat where Captain Hellen and Captain Vol will accompany you on an unforgettable tour to admire the beauties of the lake from the best point of view. The Captains fluently speak English, Spanish, French, German and Italian. Get involved in the passion and enthusiasm of the two captains! Free your soul with us!! You can chosee between two boats one for less than 5 passanger and one from 5 to 9 passangers.
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Private Driver, tourist guide and gasoline included
- Snacks
- Wi-Fi
- Alcoholic beverages
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Menaggio
seen from the lake, is a unique emotion, you will also discover the beautiful colors of the village.
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Villa Maresi di Griante
We sail in front of: Villa Maresi Villa Maresi was built on the ruins of an ancient medieval castle is part of the system of fortifications dating back to the Franco-Hispanic war that ended in 1529. Pompeo Maresi bought the ruins and began a restructuring in which it would be maintained the appearance of a fortified structure. The project was entrusted to the engineer Giacomo Mantegazza who was sent at the expense of Maresi in Britain to study the English Gothic Revival style that considered him the most congenial for the restructuring.
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We sail in front of: Villa Margherita Ricordi the place where the famous lyrica composer Giuseppe Verdi wrote "La Traviata" thank's to the inspiration of the amazing Lake Como
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Cadenabbia di Griante
We sail in front of: Villa Margherita Ricordi where where Giuseppe Verdi wrote the famous opera "La Traviata". we will also sailing in front of the grand hotel Cadenabbia where are Mary Shelley was for several years.
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Villa Carlotta
We sail in front: Villa Carlotta with the amazing gardes famous for the flowering of azaleas. It was the home of the Princess D’Orange-Nassau who donated it to her daughter as wedding present.
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Tremezzo
We sail in front of: the village with the Belle Epoque residences and the Grand Hotel Tremezzo. The Grand Hotel is now very famous in the world also because Taylor Swift had chose it for her Italian holidays.
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One of the mosto iconic Hotels on Lake Como where actors and singer use to stay.
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Villa Sola Busca - complesso
Villa Sola Busca or Villa Sola Cabiati was the residence of a Duke, now is the "depandance" of Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Here is the place were the famous singer Taylor Swift used to stay after the italian concerts in 2024.
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Villa Del Balbianello
We sail in front of: Villa Balbianello the famous set of Star Wars and 007 Casino Royal movies You can enjoy the amazing park and very beautiful buildings.
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San Giovanni Beach
We sail in front of: the suggested village with the curch. we would also see Vela Placida with amazing gardens
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Bellagio
we will pass in front of the beautiful village of Bellagio, well, I know all over the world for is beauty. You can admire the beautiful Promenada and little amazing street
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Parco di Villa Serbelloni
We sail in front of Villa Serbelloni and the magnificent park. in Laser baloney a lot of famous people was in the past just like Leonardo da Vinci, John Fitzgerald Kennedy I am not the queen of England.
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I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
Villa Melzi'gardes one of the most beautiful park of Italy. The house of ROSA properties offer the Duke Melzi D’Eril. You will enjoy the beautiful garden from the lake with the absolute amazing prospective
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La Punta Spartivento
We sail in front of: "Punta Spartivento" (windshed tip) the tip that "divides" the lake into three branches It’s very amazing to see the wider nature of the site
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
The boarding dock is located between number 5 Viale Benedetto Castelli and the corner with Via Mylius. If you will provide us your whatsapp number we will contact you as soon as we will approach the pier. https://maps.app.goo.gl/coyQFG7CaAHhxJht8 Here the link to find the pier with google maps;
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The boarding dock is located between number 5 Viale Benedetto Castelli and the corner with Via Mylius. If you will provide us your whatsapp number we will contact you as soon as we will approach the pier. https://maps.app.goo.gl/coyQFG7CaAHhxJht8 Here the link to find the pier with google maps;
Options you can book
1 hour private boat tour
Duration: 1 hour
3 Hour Private Boat Tour
Duration: 3 hours
2 hours private Boat tour
Duration: 2 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mylariosaurus
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The designated time of one hour is solely allocated for passing by the specified attractions.
- Only Adult 18 years old and above are allowed for alcoholic beverages
- Not recommende for travelers with serious deambulation problems
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Private Boat Tour from Menaggio. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wouldn’t change a thing.
This was a birthday gift for my mom and it didn’t disappoint. The boat was beautiful and the tour was expansive. We did the two hour tour and I’d say that was about right. We stayed in Menaggio and it was a short walk to the boat. Roberto was very accommodating and had prosecco, water and other snacks for us. Much better than a cramped tour boat.
Response from the operator: Hi Lucas and Kathleen, thank you so much for your lovely review, I truly appreciate it! It was a real pleasure having you on board. Seeing such enthusiasm made the experience even more special for me. And Kathleen, I have to say—it was especially wonderful meeting you. Your energy and positivity were contagious, and I really enjoyed our time together. Sending you both my warmest regards Roberto
via Viator
Great tour
Very friendly and pleasant. Excellent explanations. Great tour We spend a very good time with your family
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review. We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and our explanations. It was a pleasure spending time with you and we hope to see you again in the future!
via Viator
Roberto was fantastic....
Roberto was fantastic. Even with the one hour tour, we felt like we got to see lots of interesting and beautiful sites along the lake. Roberto was informative and a great guide. We also enjoyed Presecco and the beautiful boat.
Response from the operator: Dear Jennifer and Steven, Thank you so much for your lovely review! It’s always a pleasure to meet people as enthusiastic as you—it truly makes the experience even more special for me. I’m really glad you enjoyed the tour and the beautiful sights along the lake. Hope to welcome you back on Lake Como soon! Warm regards, Roberto
via Viator
Amazing private boat tour
We had an amazing time on our private boat tour! Helen and Roberto were so friendly and knowledgeable about Lake Como and its history. They were also extremely communicative beforehand and willing to adjust the time of our tour based on the weather. We learned a lot and enjoyed the beautiful views!
Response from the operator: Dear Vita many thanks !!! We hope that this memory will bring you back asap!!! See you soon, Helena and Roberto
via Viator
Great boat tour
This was the highlight of our activities at Lake Como. Hellen and Roberto were great communicators before the trip and even reached out to move our pickup time around due to weather. We were picked up in Menaggio (just a few minutes from our hotel) and enjoyed the tour and learned a lot about the area. Would definitely recommend and use them again if we ever travel back to Lake Como.
Response from the operator: Dear Amy we had such a lovely time with you that made the time together so special ! Thank you so much ! Helena and Roberto!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $533 to $960
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Boat Tour from Menaggio: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Private Boat Tour from Menaggio cost?
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Prices start at $533 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lake Como usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Boat Tour from Menaggio take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lake Como is not rushed.
Is Private Boat Tour from Menaggio worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Lake Como, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Boat Tour from Menaggio?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Boat Tour from Menaggio suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Boat Tour from Menaggio?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lake Como can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lake Como and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Boat Tour from Menaggio start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lake Como within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lake Como?
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On Outty we rank every Lake Como experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise, Como, Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group from Milan with Boat Cruise, Small-Group Lake Como: Bellagio, Varenna, Hidden Gorge & Boat. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lake Como?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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