Between Camogli and Portofino, you only need to paddle a short distance from the shore to see the Riviera from a different perspective: the silhouette of the villages behind you, the rocks of the promontory ahead, and the silence broken only by the movement of the paddle.
Inspired by this scenery, one of Hotel Cenobio dei Dogi’s experiences takes shape: kayaking and snorkelling between Camogli and Portofino. An experience designed for those who wish to approach the territory naturally, letting the sea and the coast set the pace.
Kayaking allows you to glide slowly across the water, while your gaze follows rocks, coves and reflections. Snorkelling, on the other hand, opens up a more intimate dimension, made of seabeds and subtle movements beneath the surface. Two different ways to connect with the sea, united by the same sense of discovery.
From the Hotel Cenobio dei Dogi to the sea: a natural starting point
Staying at the Cenobio dei Dogi means having Camogli always close by: in the light streaming through the windows, in the view from the terraces, in the colours that shift throughout the day.
From here, the sea is more than just a view to admire. It becomes part of your stay, through experiences designed to bring you closer to the coast and to reconnect with the landscape.
This experience begins right here: with the desire to leave the shore for a few hours and see the Riviera from the sea. Among rocky views, coves, and more secluded stretches of coastline, the landscape shifts in scale and reveals details that remain hidden from the land.
For those seeking excursions in Liguria that combine nature, activity, and discovery, the stretch between Camogli and Portofino offers a precious balance: the beauty of the coast and the tranquillity of a landscape to be savoured without haste.
Kayaking in Portofino: A Close-Up View of the Coast
Kayaking in Portofino allows you to approach the coast lightly and respectfully. There are no engines or noise to disturb the landscape: only the movement of the paddle, the water flowing alongside you, and the feeling of being inside the Riviera, not simply in front of it.
As you move along the coast, your gaze meets rocky cliffs, coves, and reflections that shift with the light. Each stretch has its own character: some spots are more secluded and quiet, while others open up toward the promontory, revealing the Riviera in its most striking form.
It is this closeness that makes the excursion special: the chance to observe details that remain distant from land, following the coast at a leisurely pace, just a few meters from the water and the rocks.
Snorkeling in Portofino: The Sea from a Different Perspective
After kayaking, snorkelling in Portofino offers a more intimate experience. Putting on a mask and snorkel means shifting your gaze beneath the surface: the landscape is no longer only made of cliffs and coastline, but also of seabeds, light filtering through the water and the subtle movements of marine life.
Here, the experience shifts in pace. Sounds soften, time seems to slow down, and attention turns to the details: the reflections, the shapes of the rocks, what appears for a moment and then vanishes. It is a simple and direct way to connect with the sea, without disturbing its balance.
The Portofino Marine Protected Area is a precious environment. For this reason, every activity is approached with care and respect, following the established rules and maintaining a mindful awareness of the surroundings.
The pleasure of an aperitif on the terrace bar
Upon returning from the sea, the experience continues on the hotel’s terrace bar with a Ligurian aperitif.
It is the moment to rediscover the tranquillity of the Cenobio dei Dogi, savour some local specialities, and let your gaze wander over the views you’ve just experienced from the water. The panorama takes centre stage once more, but after kayaking and snorkelling, it seems to have a different depth.
This final pause brings the day to a natural close: first the coast experienced from the sea, then the pleasure of stopping on the terrace, facing the silhouette of Camogli.
Discovering Liguria from the Sea
The Ligurian Riviera is made of villages, trails, terraces, and scenic viewpoints. Seen from the sea, however, it reveals a different character: more essential, more intimate, marked by the sound of water against the kayak, the salty scent and the light on the rocks.
That’s why a kayaking and snorkelling excursion between Camogli and Portofino isn’t just an outdoor activity, but a way to experience the coast at a slower, more mindful pace. After paddling, time spent underwater, and an aperitif on the terrace bar, the return to the Cenobio dei Dogi retains that same sense of calm.
From the sea to the terrace, from discovering the coast to the pleasure of pausing before the silhouette of Camogli, the experience becomes part of the stay: a day to be savoured without haste, following the rhythm of the Riviera.