How long does it take to reach the Borromean Islands?

Approximately 40 minutes by boat from our dock: an indicative time depending on route and lake conditions. To visit all three islands at leisure, we recommend a full day.

Book online at prenota.bluerelais-maggiore.com, call us on +39 0331 920554 or email boatexperience@bluerelais-maggiore.com. Guests of Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore can also book at reception.

How many people can come on board?

It depends on the vessel: Blumax 19 Pro up to 6 people, Gommone Alemar 600 up to 8, Ilver 30 Sport up to 8, G41 Abbate Primatist up to 9, Four Winns 285 up to 12 people.

Maggiore Boat Experience: Boat Trips on Lake Maggiore

Q: Do I need a boating licence?

The Blumax 19 Pro (up to 6 people) and the Gommone Alemar 600 (up to 8 people) do not require a boating licence: you drive yourself. The Ilver 30 Sport, G41 Abbate Primatist and Four Winns 285 require one, but a skipper is always included, so no boating licence is required from you.

Q: Where do we depart from?

All trips depart from our private dock at Castelletto Sopra Ticino, a few minutes from Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore. Castelletto Sopra Ticino is approximately 25 minutes from Malpensa Airport (MXP).

Q: Is Maggiore Boat Experience connected to a hotel?

Yes. Maggiore Boat Experience has a partnership with Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore in Castelletto Sopra Ticino. The service is open to everyone: no hotel stay required. Guests of Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore can also book at reception.

5 vessels

The fleet

Vintage · 1978

Ilver 30 Sport

Skipper included Up to 8 people 9 m

The most iconic boat in the fleet. Built 1978, restored. 2 Mercruiser 5.7, 250 HP. Sundeck at the bow. Perfect for Borromean Islands and sunset aperitivo.

Cruiser · 12.4 m

G41 Abbate Primatist

Skipper included Up to 9 people 12.4 m

The largest skippered boat. Lounge area, large sundeck, 2 Volvo Penta D6 300. For groups wanting space and comfort.

12 people · 2 skippers

Four Winns 285

2 skippers included Up to 12 people Cruiser

The largest vessel. Wide deck, 2 skippers, Volvo Penta 7.5. For private events and large groups.

No licence · Autonomy

Blumax 19 Pro

No skipper Up to 6 people 5.80 m

40 HP engine — no boating licence required. Full autonomy for up to 6 people.

No licence · 8 people

Gommone Alemar 600

No skipper Up to 8 people RIB

Stable rigid inflatable, 40 HP, no licence required. The larger no-licence option.

5 vessels

Skipper included or full autonomy, with or without a licence. Choose based on your group and the experience you want.

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On the water

Watch the fleet in action

Maggiore Boat Experience fleet on Lake Maggiore

What you can do

Boat trip experiences

Open water, your schedule. Borromean Islands, sunset aperitivo cruise, Fuga Esclusiva, Santa Caterina del Sasso, free exploration, stag and hen parties, team building, anniversaries, birthdays, marriage proposals. And many more custom ideas.

Borromean Islands

Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori, Isola Madre. About 40 minutes from the dock. Free stops, your schedule. Half day or full day.

Sunset Aperitivo Cruise

Evening on the lake at sunset with aperitivo and catering on board. About 2 hours, skipper included. Up to 8 people.

Fuga Esclusiva

Private trip for two. Combinable with a stay at Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore.

Corporate Team Building

Boat trip after the meeting. Combinable with Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore meeting room for up to 70.

Stag & Hen Parties

Day or evening for groups up to 12. Custom itinerary, catering, music on request.

Free Exploration

Depart when you want, return when you want. With or without a licence.

Simple

How it works

1

Choose your vessel

Five options based on group size and experience. Call or write: we help you choose.

2

Meet us at the dock

We meet at the dock in Castelletto Sopra Ticino. Briefing, instructions, departure.

3

Your route, your way

No fixed itinerary. Stops at the islands, a lakeside restaurant, a quiet bay. You decide.

Where we are

The departure dock

Address

Dock of Castelletto Sopra Ticino (NO)
A few minutes from Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore

Phone +39 0331 920554

Email [email protected]

Book

Online, by phone or email.

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Questions?

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a boating licence?

Blumax 19 Pro and Gommone Alemar 600 require no licence: 40 HP engines, below the mandatory threshold. For the other three boats a licence is required, but the skipper is always included.

Where do we depart from?

All trips depart from the dock of Castelletto Sopra Ticino (NO). About 19 km from Malpensa Airport, 40 km from Milan. The Borromean Islands are about 40 minutes away.

Do I need to stay at the hotel?

No. The service is open to everyone. No stay at Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore is required.

How do I book?

Online at prenota.bluerelais-maggiore.com, by phone at +39 0331 920554, or by email at [email protected].

Which boat is right for the Borromean Islands?

For 2–8 people: Ilver 30 Sport or G41 Abbate Primatist (skipper included). Up to 12: Four Winns 285. No licence: Blumax 19 Pro (6 people) or Gommone Alemar 600 (8 people).

Is Maggiore Boat Experience connected to a hotel?

Yes, in partnership with Hotel Blue Relais Maggiore in Castelletto Sopra Ticino. The boat service is independent: no hotel stay required to book.

Private boat trips on Lake Maggiore