By SUP · ApuliaOutdoor
SUP tour at Roca Vecchia
From the Roca seafront, past the coves along the cliffs, to the bay in front of the Grotta della Poesia. Self-guided, after a briefing with us.
The route
You set off from the Roca seafront and paddle south along the cliffs. The route passes the coves of Roca, small inlets of pale rock with crystal-clear water, and reaches the bay in front of the Grotta della Poesia (the Cave of Poetry), which you see from the sea, a view you don’t get on foot.
The trip is self-guided: we hand over the gear, give you a briefing and you paddle at your own pace, stopping for a swim in the coves whenever you like.
What’s included
- SUP board and paddle, handed over at the start on the Roca seafront
- Life jacket
- Dry bag for your phone, keys and documents
- Briefing: standing up on the board, paddling, the route, the rules along the coast and the day’s sea conditions
What to bring
- Swimwear, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
- Drinking water
- Water shoes, handy for getting in and out at the rocky coves
How to book
Message us on WhatsApp at +39 327 897 4712 with the date, your preferred time and the number of people: we’ll confirm availability and the meeting point.
Book your SUP at Roca
4 hours on the Roca coast, from the coves to the bay of the Grotta della Poesia. Booking on WhatsApp.
- €50 · 4 hours · start on the Roca seafront
- SUP, life jacket and dry bag included
- You must be able to swim
Frequently asked questions
Can I paddle into the Grotta della Poesia?
No. Entering the water inside the Grotta della Poesia is banned, on a SUP too. The route reaches the bay in front of the cave, which you see from the sea, and then heads back.
Do I need SUP experience?
No experience is needed, but you must be able to swim. Before you set off we give you a briefing on standing up on the board, paddling and what to do if you fall in.
Is it a guided tour?
No, it is a self-guided trip: after the briefing you paddle along the coast on your own, with a life jacket and a dry bag.
How long is it and how much does it cost?
The trip lasts 4 hours and costs €50. SUP board, paddle, life jacket and dry bag are included.
How do I book?
On WhatsApp at +39 327 897 4712: send us the date, your preferred time and the number of people.
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