Unearth a side to Tuscany you’ve never seen before with a guided tour of Gorgona. As the smallest, greenest and wildest of the islands in the Tuscan Archipelago, Gorgona requires guests to have authorised access beforehand. The experience delves into the island’s unique blend of unspoiled nature, rich history and its present-day role as a living conservation and rehabilitation project. It is also the perfect day trip from our
villa rentals on the Tuscany Coast.
Embark on an Exclusive Tour of Gorgona Island in the Tuscan Archipelago
Play castaway for the day on the island of Gorgona, the smallest island in the Tuscan Archipelago. It’s almost entirely mountainous and is the last penal colony in Europe. Prisoners and residents coexist in harmony, contributing to agricultural projects and the preservation of the island’s unique environment.
Your guided visit offers a rare glimpse into this extraordinary setting, where daily life unfolds at a pace unlike anywhere else in Tuscany. See for yourself how the island’s community works together to protect its fragile ecosystems. As the last penal colony in Europe, visits are regulated and restricted to a limited number, making this experience utterly unique.
Schedule details
Meet at the Medicean pier in Livorno, take a boat to Gorgona (approx. 2 hours) and embark on a guided tour of the island’s national park with a break for lunch before returning by boat.
- Min 2 persons - Max 15 persons
- Full Day
- Available Saturdays and Sundays only
- Available all year round (excluding August)
- Languages: English, Italian
- Child-friendly from 12-years and above
- Advance booking of at least 60 days required
- Appropriate trekking shoes/trainers and attire, swimwear, lunch, and water are required (unless lunch is being provided).
- Photos on Camera/phone not allowed
Included in the price: A full-day guided tour of Gorgona, including return ferry rides from Livorno, a bespoke itinerary and ticket entry into the National Park. Packed lunches can be arranged for an additional cost or guests can bring their own.