Top Lecce Outdoor Activities

The Porto Selvaggio kayak trip is our most popular trip, also suitable for those who have never paddled. Along the way we will show you hidden caves and crevices, all to explore! We will pass under the Tower of S. Maria dell’Alto, along one of the highest coastal stretches in this area. Here are the most beautiful caves of the route. This trip is an exceptionally exciting and memorable trip down the coast which allows you to experience the transparent waters of the beach at the end of Porto Selvaggio Bay. You can also take a walk in the pine forest to shelter from the heat, take pictures and immerse yourself in the cold waters of the spring. We will take advantage of the unique perspective from the sea and the proximity to the coast that only a kayak can offer to visit one of the most beautiful stretches of sea in the Ionian Salento! During the kayak trip, if the sea allows it, we will enter the beautiful cave of Green Lagoon cave!

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Lecce on a leisurely bike tour. Pedal through the flat, bike-friendly streets and piazzas with a local guide and visit highlights like the Basilica of Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo, and the ruins of an ancient Roman amphitheater. Enjoy the fresh air and flexibility of a 2-wheeled tour, and stop often to snap photos, browse local boutiques, and sample regional food and wine.

Enjoy an up-close experience of Puglia’s picturesque countryside on this languidly paced, full-day bike tour. Meet your guide, set off from Lecce, and continue onwards to Acaya, where you’ll see its historical castle and stop for light refreshments. Then, head to the Adriatic coastline and go for a refreshing swim before visiting Le Cesine Nature Reserve: the region’s last-remaining wetland habitat. Finally, bike back to Lecce along scenic country lanes.

With this exciting excursion we will do Trekking to discover Otranto and explore the Idro Valley, in the Otranto-Leuca Natural Park. Trekking on the coastal paths,  visit the legendary costal tower Torre del Serpe,  explore the world-famous Red lake in the Bauxite quarry. Trekking in the Natural Park, exploring the Tumara Wood and visit Masseria Scalelle. We will explore the Selva del Turchese and  Trekking in the Idro Valley.

will discover the hidden treasures of the Adriatic Coast of Salento. An exciting excursion in Kayak to discover hidden coves and protected by high cliffs where we will enjoy a unique panorama, we will snorkel to discover marine ecosystems and the sunken treasures of this enchanted coast. We will leave with our canoes and our kayaks paddling from Roca Vecchia between hidden coves and sea caves. We will explore the inside of the archaeological area and the ancient port by sea. We will reach the Grotta della Poesia by kayak, in this magical place we will snorkel while exploring the natural tunnels dug into the rock and the cave; Paddling along the coast we will explore the coastal caves We will continue along the coast until Torre dell'Orso, where we exploring its beaches and the pine forest behind it. We will disembark on the Due Sorelle beach passing between the two famous Faraglioni and explore the Grotta di San Cristoforo. Once in Sant'Andrea, our excursion will end.

Explore with professional Excursion Guide the north coast  of Otranto along the Path of the Hermit, breathtaking coastal Trekking. Walking along scenic coastal paths, discover resurgences of freshwater and hidden caves, explore the famous Grotta della Monaca and the mysterious Cave of the Hermit, discover the natural swimming pool, relaxing break and a refreshing swimming in the hidden Beach in the Bay of the Turks. 

Use a local guide Choose between different routes. Tours for groups up to 50 persons Explore beautiful places Choose a guided tour means you can better appreciate the beauty of the coast and the sea of Santa Maria di Leuca. It is included a stop for swimming that permits you to visit "the cave of the splash"(Grotta dello spruzzo/grotta del soffio) with its light. Grotta del terradico, grotta dei gabbiani, verduselle, grotta della vora, grotta delle mannute. After Punta Ristola you can see the caves (grotta del fiume,grotta delle tre porte, grotta della stalla, grotta degli innamorati e grotta del drago) and the coast, direction Gallipoli, until about 4 km from Leuca. We offer a stop for swimming near a cave

ASD GALLIPOLI SCUBA DIVING was founded by a group of friends with an irrepressible love for the sea. Our experience as divers in all the seas of the world has allowed us to fully grasp the beauty and fragility of the underwater world. The association was born with the intent of letting as many people as possible know the wonders of the sea, being convinced that to make the unforgettable experience of the first breath underwater, to observe closely for the first time a colorful nudibranch and to swim in deep blue, it is the best way to fall in love and respect the greatest resource of all humanity. The sea.

ASD GALLIPOLI SCUBA DIVING was founded by a group of friends with an irrepressible love for the sea. Our experience as divers in all the seas of the world has allowed us to fully grasp the beauty and fragility of the underwater world. The association was born with the intent of letting as many people as possible know the wonders of the sea, being convinced that to make the unforgettable experience of the first breath underwater, to observe closely for the first time a colorful nudibranch and to swim in deep blue, it is the best way to fall in love and respect the greatest resource of all humanity. The sea.

Journeying through Capo di Leuca by bicycle allows travelers to go where buses and cars can’t. With this tour, cruise through the charming villages of the region along bike paths and “secondary” streets. Discover hidden gems like the medieval hamlet of Giuliano and the Sanctuary of Leuca Piccola in Barbarano. It’s an easy, roughly 9.3-mile (15 kilometers) bike ride suitable for all fitness levels.

A fleet of 18 boats allows you to experience excursions to the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca. A fantastic scenario told by our guides at the helm of the boats. The duration of the excursions is one and a half hours with a swim break. If desired, both sides can be visited by prior arrangement.

You can hire a boat and you can drive it without needing a boat license. Enjoy the show that the coast of Santa Maria di Leuca offers.

Enjoy a kite-boarding lesson and get into the kite-boarding world! With a professional IKO experienced instructor, learn more about kite-boarding in one of the most beautiful beach of Puglia. In this lesson you will be introduce to kiteboarding practicing kite flying control 

Cover more sights in less time during this scenic, off-the-beaten-track bike tour, with stops at prehistoric ruins, a Byzantine crypt, and the turquoise bay of Porto Badisco, with options to swim or rent a canoe. Enjoy fresh, regional delicacies with a traditional local lunch spread, cooked in a stone oven. You’ll also be treated to a tasty iced coffee as you cruise the magnificent coast.

Coastal kayak excursions to visit the sea caves along the Adriatic coast and the west coast of Salento. Departure from Leuca from the private beach of the Terziario hotel, a succession of evocative explorable caves and coves with crystal clear water to live a unique experience and enjoy swimming, sun and sea of Salento.

3-hour tour in complete relaxation, during which you can let yourself be caressed by the wind letting yourself be lulled by the waves of the sea, an experience that is worth living. Dive with us in a sea of emotions! We will visit the wonderful sea caves of Santa Maria di Leuca, both the Adriatic and the Ionian side.

• Discover the wonderful cities of the Apulia region on an alternative way • Ride in complete freedom and indipendence by choosing the bike that suits you best • Plan your route from town to town, by the seaside or countryside • Let us suggest you places and events that could not be missed 

Tour privato nelle meravigliose acquee dell'Area Marina Protetta di Porto Cesareo con gommone di 10 mt. e motorizzato con 500 cavalli. Consigliato per coppie o per gruppi di amici e parenti, da un minimo di 2 ad un massimo di 16 persone. Al momento dell'imbarco gli ospiti potranno scegliere se navigare in direzione Nord (verso Punta Prosciutto) o in direzione Sud (verso Porto Selvaggio). Sono previste diverse soste bagno con possibilità di snorkeling con la nostra guida. A disposizione dei clienti a bordo attrezzatura per lo snorkeling, bevande fresche analcoliche, vino rosato freddo e un ricco aperitivo salato.

The city of Lecce is known for both its Baroque architecture and excellent street food. With this experience, discover the best of both without getting footsore by combining sightseeing and food tasting in a single bike tour. Zip through the picturesque lanes of the old town to take in the historic palaces and churches, stopping to sample local delicacies like “puccia”, “taralli”, and “pettole” washed down with Puglian wines.

The Santa Maria di Leuca kayak trip is a trip along the last stretch of the ionian coast of Salento. It is suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. On the way we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all to be explored! After putting on the life jackets and entering our kayaks, we will be ready to sail south from Marina di Felloniche , alongside the splendid Ionian coast of Santa Maria di Leuca. We will enter many caves including: Drago Cave, Della Stalla Cave, Tre Porte Cave, Del Presepe Cave, River Cave. In the latter you will get off the kayaks for a short stop before going back to Marina di Felloniche.

Gallipoli and its surrounding coastal landscapes boast beautiful Ionian Sea views, and a rich history of conquering and settlement dating back to the Middle Ages. On this full-day bike tour, spin through the Porto Selvaggio Natural Park with your guide to lead the way. Reach far-flung historic sites including Alezio, Galatone, and Sannicola with ease, and enjoy free time for a swim at your leisure.

Jump on the board and discover Gallipoli from a different point of view. We'll bring you into a SUP Tour around the old town, paddling on the Gallipoli calm water. Tour start and finish from the famous Le Purità beach, located just in front of San Andrea's island where there is the Gallipoli's light house. At the end of the tour you can take a shower with fresh water and take a drink to rest a bit. We will take pictures of you as a souvenir.

Mini-cruises, snorkeling, aperitifs in the sea of the Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area ... and then the catamaran can be rented for birthday parties, graduations, stag and hen parties, ceremonies and anniversaries of various kinds, sports stages, school tours , organized and foreign groups, charity events. Disabled access. Animals welcome. Customizable according to your needs.

The joy of windsurfing represent a really life changing experience. It can be your first step into this wonderful lifestyle. You will probably never be the same again, and all your future projects will be in the view of windsurfing.