- Click&Boat does not rent boats itself: you sign with the owner or the rental company, listing by listing.
- For Giglio or Giannutri, take a skipper, who holds the helm.
- Before paying, add up the displayed price, the fees, the fuel and the deposit.
- A rating only counts if the listing has enough reviews.
- Read the cancellation policy before booking.
On Click&Boat, you don't rent from the platform: you sign with an owner or a rental company, listing by listing.
Before booking a boat around the Argentario, you want to know whether the service is reliable, what an outing costs, and what the bill adds to the displayed price.
This article gives you the answers, with or without a skipper, and tells you what to check before paying.
Click&Boat: a platform that connects you with the owner
Click&Boat does not rent boats itself : the platform connects you with the owner or a rental company, and the contract is signed between you and them. Each listing is therefore a separate contract.
On the 124 boats in the area, 73 can be rented without a license, from 180 to 2,500 € per day. For the coves, see secret coves of the Argentario.
To choose the option, see the Maremma boat rental guide. Read each listing separately, without relying on the platform's name.
The 4.1 out of 5 rating across 22,489 reviews applies to the whole platform, not to your boat. On a listing, look first at the number of reviews: a rating based on two or three comments says very little.
For an example, see the sailing excursion in the archipelago : a single review, rated 2.0 out of 10, proves nothing.
With or without a skipper: what each option costs you
With a skipper: an accompanied outing
With a skipper, you don't drive: he takes the helm. Expect an average of 153 € per day for him, on top of the rental, and pay him on the day of the outing.
For an island, it's worth it: he can also serve as your local guide.
Here are the three skipper-led outings, with their starting prices. Compare them before choosing.
| Criterion | Porto Ercole to Giannutri or Giglio | Day around Giglio | Discovery of Giannutri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 7:30 a.m. | 8 a.m. | 8 a.m. |
| Max people | 12 | 9 | 12 |
| Price from | 1 290 € | 998 € | 1 300 € |
Porto Ercole
Village from the Argentario to the old cobbled town, with flowered balconies and 16th-century Spanish fortresses overlooking the bay
Tosco Don't stay glued to the port: head straight up to Forte Stella for a magnificent panorama, then go rent a bike in the pine forest of the Feniglia to greet the deer roaming free!
Without a skipper: you take the helm
Without a skipper, you drive. Expect from 180 € per day for a Sessa Key Largo 18, or 208 € for a Just Silk Panama 18.
Check your navigation zone and your experience before paying. For a short trip, look at the boats without a license in Porto Ercole.
For Giglio or Giannutri, take the skipper, no discussion.
With a private owner, the deposit is held through a card pre-authorization, and its amount depends on the listing. Fuel may also be billed separately: if you book without knowing how it is calculated, the final bill can quickly exceed the displayed price. Also ask for the amount of the comprehensive insurance, which is a daily option, before paying.
Giglio, Giannutri and licenses: what really makes the difference
Giglio and Giannutri are not part of the same program. A trip from Porto Ercole lasts 7 h 30 and offers one island or the other; another around Giglio lasts 8 hours.
Isola del Giglio
Isola del Giglio brings together three villages, granite descents toward the sea and wild coves in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park
Giannutri Island
Southernmost island of the Tuscan archipelago, no cars or hotels, very clear water and Roman wrecks at 20 m
Tosco Make sure to fill your water bottle before boarding at Porto Santo Stefano: on this wild rock, there are almost no shops and outside the trail connecting the two coves, an official guide is mandatory!
Ask whether the stopover includes a landing : a simple stop at sea won't have you setting foot on the island.
For a day mini-cruise, compare the trips to Giglio and Giannutri and keep the one that lets you go ashore.
For Giannutri, keep these rules in mind:
- In marine zone 1, access, navigation, swimming and anchoring are prohibited.
- Landing costs €2.50; only the trail between Cala Maestra and Cala Spalmatoio is open, while the others require an environmental guide.
- Beyond 6 nautical miles, a license is mandatory regardless of engine power; within that range, it is required from 30 kW (40.8 hp).
- To swim outside these zones, see the wild coves of Argentario and Cala Piccola.
Your decision rule: which option to book
For Giglio or Giannutri, take the option with a skipper. Beyond 6 nautical miles from the coast, a license is required, and the skipper is the one who holds the helm.
For a small project in Argentario, the option without a skipper is enough. Honestly, paying a skipper for a swim along the coast is pointless. To find a cove on foot or by kayak, see these 5 coves of Argentario.
Before you pay, add everything up: displayed price, service fees and deposit. A bank pre-authorization can hold that amount on your card.
A day trip or shorter cancelled by an official weather bulletin: the renter's price is refunded within 15 days. For the rest, follow the owner's rule and ask for the cancellation in writing.
Don't book a listing without reading its cancellation policy and the amount of its deposit.
Click&Boat connects you with an owner or a rental company, and you sign with them. Each listing should therefore be judged on its own, based on its number of reviews and its cancellation policy.
Your next step: choose your trip, add up the price, fees, fuel and deposit, then book only if that total works for you.
You should especially examine each listing separately. The platform acts as an intermediary: it connects you with an owner or a renter, but it is with that person that you sign. Conditions, boat condition, options, and payment terms can therefore vary from one rental to another. A good experience on one listing does not guarantee that all others offer the same service. Before booking, check who your contact will be, what is included in the price, and what you will have to pay as an extra.
Also look at the number of reviews associated with the boat, not just the platform’s overall rating. A rating based on two or three comments gives little indication; read recent feedback and look for concrete details about the welcome, boat condition, departure briefing, and any fees. For a trip from Porto Ercole, also ask where boarding takes place, what time you need to arrive, and whether the itinerary actually includes a stop on land. Finally, read the cancellation policy and the amount of the deposit before paying. Reliability is judged listing by listing, by comparing written terms and total cost, not just by the platform’s name or an average rating.
For a short trip near the coast, a rental without a skipper can work if the offered boat is indeed accessible without a license and if you are comfortable handling it. In the listings shown, the first prices indicated are €180 per day for a Sessa Key Largo 18 and €208 per day for a Just Silk Panama 18. These amounts are starting prices: they do not necessarily tell you what you will pay in total. Before booking, confirm the allowed navigation limits, the handover conditions, and the experience required by the owner.
For swimming in a cove in Argentario, paying for a skipper is not necessarily useful if you prefer to drive and your plan remains coastal. However, do not choose a boat just because it is advertised without a license: ask how far you can go, which areas are excluded, and how fuel is billed. The deposit may also be blocked on your bank card, depending on the listing. If your goal is only to swim, compare the time spent on board, the total cost, and options accessible from the shore. To find other cove ideas, you can check this secret cove in Argentario, keeping in mind that a boat trip is not always necessary to enjoy the coast.
The examples of trips with a skipper departing from Argentario show different starting prices depending on duration, itinerary, and boat capacity. A trip from Porto Ercole to Giglio or Giannutri lasts about 7 h 30, accommodates up to 12 people, and starts at €1,290. A day around Giglio lasts 8 hours, can accommodate up to 9 people, and starts at €998. A discovery of Giannutri also lasts 8 hours, accommodates up to 12 people, and starts at €1,300. These are displayed starting prices: ask what is included for the specific listing you are considering.
The skipper takes the helm, which allows you to enjoy the day without driving. The average rate indicated for him is about €153 per day, in addition to the rental, to be paid on the day of the trip; however, check whether this amount is already included in the offer you are interested in. Before paying, also ask whether fuel, any fees, and stops are included. Above all, clarify whether the itinerary includes disembarking on the island or only a stop at sea: it is not the same experience. Compare useful time ashore, number of passengers, and total price, then choose a trip that truly matches your desire to visit the island rather than simply see it from the boat.
The displayed price is not necessarily the final amount to plan for. Before booking, add at least the rental rate, the service fees indicated in the listing, fuel, and any options. Fuel may be billed separately, and its calculation depends on the terms set by the owner or renter. So ask how it will be assessed and when you will need to pay it. If you take a skipper, also check his rate: the average amount indicated is €153 per day, in addition to the rental, with payment expected on the day of the trip, unless the listing states otherwise.
The deposit deserves special attention. For a rental from a private individual, it may be blocked via a bank pre-authorization, and its amount varies by listing. Even if this amount is not necessarily charged, it can temporarily reduce the available limit on your card. Also ask about the cost of full insurance if it is offered as a daily option, as well as the terms applicable in case of damage. The simplest thing is to request a written summary of the total and any blocked amounts before paying. To also plan for onshore expenses during your stay, you can check this meal budget reference in Maremma. Only confirm the reservation once the price, fees, fuel, and deposit all suit you.
Before choosing an excursion to Giannutri, first verify that the itinerary actually includes disembarkation. A trip that only circles the island or stops at sea does not necessarily allow you to set foot on land. Ask the owner or organizer how much time is planned on the island, where the boat docks, and whether disembarkation is included in the program. Disembarkation is indicated at €2.50. On site, the trail between Cala Maestra and Cala Spalmatoio is freely accessible; for other trails, you need to plan for an environmental guide. Include these rules and fees in your plan rather than discovering them once you arrive.
You also need to account for marine restrictions: in marine zone 1, access, navigation, swimming, and anchoring are prohibited. So ask in advance which part of the island the trip covers and where you will actually be able to swim. Regarding the license, the article’s information indicates that it is mandatory beyond 6 nautical miles from the coast, regardless of the boat’s power; within that distance, it becomes mandatory from 30 kW, i.e., 40.8 hp. For an excursion to an island, the skipper option avoids you having to take the helm. Still confirm the itinerary, navigation conditions, and disembarkation directly before paying, because practical details depend on the chosen listing.
Do not assume that all rentals have the same cancellation policy. Each listing depends on the terms set by the owner or renter, with whom the contract is made. So read the rule applicable to the specific trip you are booking before paying, and ask for written confirmation if a point is unclear. In particular, check until when you can cancel, what happens if you change the date, and what amounts may be withheld. A condition shown on another listing does not automatically apply to yours.
For a trip of one day or less canceled due to an official weather bulletin, the article indicates that the price paid by the renter is refunded within 15 days. For other situations, you must follow the owner’s cancellation rule and submit the request in writing. Keep the exchanges and the booking summary: they will allow you to find the agreed terms if the weather changes or if you need to modify your plan. Before confirming, also check the deposit, fees, and the policy regarding options, so you can distinguish what is refunded from the amount that might remain due. If you are hesitating between several listings, choose the one with clearly stated terms and a contact who responds precisely to your questions. This precaution is especially useful for an excursion to Giglio or Giannutri, where the weather and the day’s organization matter a lot.
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