Varenna Water Taxi
Varenna Water Taxi
4.5
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Jennifer S
Fanwood, NJ18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
This was a fabulous tour. The tour guide was kind and humourous. The boat was very clean. We left on time stopped for a lovely tour of villa and were picked up on time. There was a chance of bad weather for our scheduled time and we were notified of opportunities to move to a different day which worked perfectly for us
Written 22 April 2023
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oguzhany2016
Glenroy18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2019 • Family
If you're visiting Varenna then you must not miss out on the opportunity to tour Lago di Como on boat. You can have a one-hour guided private boat tour on a Venetian style boat. Otherwise, you can rent a boat for three hours (you only need a driver's licence). Since, I was travelling with my wife and little one it was in our best interest to have a guided one-hour tour. Despite the fact of my wife not being a big of fan of boats she enjoyed this trip as there are so many breathtaking moments to take in from this trip. You are mesmerised by the beautiful surrounding.
Written 30 September 2019
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Marc A
Staten Island, NY35 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2019 • Friends
I highly recommend Varenna Water Taxi. We were picked up in Bellagio where we were staying. The guide was personable and on time. He suggested we tour the south west part of the lake and stop in Como which is what we did. We had the boat for 4 hours and he stopped or slowed down when we passed various towns or villas along the way as he gave us a brief summary of each. Of course Clooneys villa (disappointing when compared to others) the villa Johnny Versace owned now sold off, etc as well as the important towns along the way.

I would say the guide was a little rehearsed and that could be improved. I would have given 5 stars if he was. He wasn’t bad just not great.

A few bottles of Prosecco and beautiful weather! Well worth the price!
Written 28 September 2019
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chamdexor
Chesterfield, VA1,562 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2019 • Family
It's a nice boat and ride around the lake. They can also somewhat customize your trip which was beneficial. But I can't say this is better than any other options that are available on the lake, especially for the cost.

One issue I had is it felt like the boat captain's spiel at each stop was very rehearsed - like he's done this so many times before it's just rote memorization. Even when we tried to ask a question based on something he said, it was like he had to finish his stump speech before being able to respond. It wasn't until we asked him random questions that his speech pattern changed to a more normal pattern with tone changes and such.

We asked about having lunch in Bellagio (where we were finishing the tour) and he was quick to suggest some restaurant at the far end of the island - but this proved to be a questionable choice because they were just opening and served steaks and pasta dishes and who wants that at 10am? I think instead it was the easiest place to drop us off and for him to continue to Varenna. That said, it worked out because we just walked downhill to town.

There's more, but no need to beat a dead horse. I wouldn't use them again. The ride was fine but for $400, I can't believe I couldn't find better.
Written 7 July 2019
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Riccardo
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2019 • Friends
Together with 5 Belgium friends I decided to visit my hometown Lecco and to have a private boat tour on the lake of Como.
Through a friend of my father I got to know Luca, a great young capitane who made a day boat trip becoming a great and unforgettable experience for me ad all my friends!
For me it was obviously not the first time I was navigating the lake of como but I can say that this time was different: Luca has been punctual and efficient, he took us for a full day trip with his brand new Venetian taxi (Angelina) in the most unexplored places around the lake ensuring a good vibe and taking care of the needs of his guests! I will be surely back!
Written 7 July 2019
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Michael S
Chicago, IL7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2019 • Couples
Beautiful boat. Picked us up in Varenna, gave us a nice two hour tour of the lake, dropped us off in Bellagio. Our guide, Luca, was fantastic and had plenty of local knowledge to share. Highly recommend.
Written 2 July 2019
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Chris V
Cebu City, Philippines1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2019 • Family
Great boat driver with great personality, English knowledge and a great boat ride accross around this beautiful lake
Thank you very much
Written 16 June 2019
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Lori F
55 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Couples
Mareno was terrific! Born in Varenna....he knows the lake like the back of his hand. That's who you want to have a boat tour with! He was absolutel wonderful, accomodating and very knowledgeable about the lake. It was a sunny day and what a wonderful way to see this beautiful lake. The history...the buildings, the towns....all truly wonderful to see by boat. We will do this again!
Written 21 May 2019
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peachy11
Athenry, Ireland52 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Friends
As a group of 6 we took a private tour with Morena for 2 hours, and it was the highlight of our trip. He is so knowledgeable and interesting to listen to as he showed us the highlights all along the lake. The boat is beautiful. His son Luca made sure we got all the photos we needed before our departure. As it was a slightly colder day and we weren’t fully prepared Morena offered us jackets and blankets to keep us warm. At our request he dropped us off in Bellagio and as we only had a 3 day trip we really felt we got to see so much by doing this tour. For me it would be a must do when visiting Varenna!
Written 13 May 2019
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Travel790446
Tallinn, Estonia6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Friends
Excellent boat trip, beautifull boat, experienced driver Moreno. Very good value for the money. Highly recommended.
Written 30 April 2019
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