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Snorkeling in the Sunken City of Baia.The Underwater Pompeii

Sorrento
by Viator
Duration2 hours
DifficultyEasy
SeasonSee calendar when booking
LanguageEnglish, Italian

The Experience

Beneath the calm waters of the Gulf of Naples lies one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological treasures — the Sunken City of Baia, often called the Underwater Pompeii. Once a luxurious Roman resort for emperors and nobles, Baia was slowly submerged by the sea due to volcanic activity, preserving mosaics, statues, and villas beneath the waves. With mask and snorkel, you’ll glide over ancient streets, marble courtyards, and thermal baths, guided by an expert who will reveal stories of opulence, myths, and history. The crystal-clear water allows you to admire the outlines of temples and columns resting on the seabed, offering a magical journey through time where nature and history merge in perfect harmony. A unique experience that combines adventure, archaeology, and the timeless beauty of the Mediterranean — to see, feel, and live the Roman world from a completely new perspective.

How to book

Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

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    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹6,197

    Includes: Use of Snorkelling equipment · Licensed and expert guide · Ticket for the Marine Park

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Food & Drink

Food

Not provided

Drinks

Provided

Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Sorrento

Difficulty & Fitness

Easy1/5

Easy — suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed.

About the guide

Guide type
Tour Guide Led
Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels