The village of Scario is situated within a UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere Reserve.
The limestone coast accessible from the port contains sea caves, including the Grotta del Sogno, which are accessible only by sea.
The harbor is a focal point for the regional tradition of artisanal small-scale coastal fishing.
The seabed near the port is part of a protected marine area that limits motorized traffic to preserve seagrass meadows.
The Port of Scario functions as the primary maritime gateway to the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, specifically the protected coastline of the Masseta. It is located on the Gulf of Policastro and serves as a departure point for small boat excursions to the isolated coves of the nearby limestone cliffs. The port area features a stone-paved lungomare that connects the working harbor to the village center of San Giovanni a Piro. The water quality in this section of the Tyrrhenian Sea is consistently recognized for its clarity, facilitating local scuba diving and snorkeling access. The harbor is sheltered by a concrete breakwater that allows for the mooring of fishing vessels and tourist charter boats.
The end of the main breakwater looking back toward the village against the backdrop of Mount Bulgheria.
Book boat excursions directly at the harbor kiosks in the morning to secure space on smaller vessels.
Bring water shoes if planning to access the rocky coves via boat, as the pebble beaches are rugged.
Visit the local fish market arrivals in the early morning to see the daily catch.
Do not attempt to swim inside the active harbor basin where boat traffic is frequent.
Boat excursion services are seasonal, running primarily from May through October.
Respect local fishing equipment and do not block gangways on the piers.
