Pontinian Islands Yacht Charter: The Pontinian islands are composed of the following islands: Ponza, Palmarola, Zannone, Ventotene and are located north of Naples and south of Rome about 25 nautical miles from the coast. These islands are known for the dormant volcanoes and breath-taking landscapes. They are mainly composed of colors ranging from white to dark brown, forming a beautiful untouched landscape and crystal clear waters, it is the most sought after of destination for those who love diving in the many sites proposed by local divers and for those who spearfishing in caves and waters of rare beauty or simply for those who want to enjoy the amazing waters with snorkeling.
Ponza is the main island of the archipelago of the Pontine islands, one of the exclusive destinations of the Pontinian Islands Charter holidays, the nature Ponza is also unique in its variety of colors and the various bays suitable for mooring boats. The port of Ponza is small and very quaint, the various bays are is easily accessible by dinghy from the famous bays of the pediment, natural arch very well sheltered from the prevailing winds of the Mediterranean Sea. Ponza is very popular in the summer months for luxury yachts, sailboats and catamaran charters.
Not far to the north of Ponza, there is Palmarola that was defined by Jacques Cousteau as one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Palmarola is not inhabited; there is only one seasonal restaurant serving the yachts and charter boats, and the luxurious villa of Fendi. In the month of June on Palmarola there is the procession for the festival of S Silverio, the patron saint of Ponza: the boats of local fishermen join the boats on holiday on the island in a procession carrying the holy s Silverio at the port of Ponza to the sound of sirens and Ship horns.
To the east of Ponza there are three reefs teeming with fish, and the island of Zannone, is a little more windswept, but with a calm sea, a swim to the shore is possible, looking for some snacks offered by the sea, it is possible to encounter herds of beautiful dorado and shiny... maybe I use the round Zannone as a buoy?
Halfway between Ponza and Ischia, is Ventotene, which consists of a brownish tuff and was visited since the time of the Roman Empire. The port of 'Roman empire, is very small but perfectly protected, and has been carved into the stone by the Romans, to the north of the once Roman port is the modern port. The west side of Ventotene is a protected ecological area when diving is very popular. Another island to visit during your Pontinian Islands Charter, is the island of Santo Stefano which is located one nautical mile from Ventotene and is possible to visit a tour guida, the old prison once used by the Fascist regime for political prisoners.
In September Ventotene the festival of the patron Saint Candid, take place this island hosts a festival not to be missed, a competition between paper balloons that are launched into the night toward the sea with a candle inside, the winner having lunched the balloon that travelled farther a fascinating show in a picturesque location.
Charter Italy Pontinian Islands : Ponza, Palmarola, Gavi, Zannone, Ventotene, St. Stephen, Circeo promontory.
