The 9 best things to do in Agrigento

This day trip by group boat departing from Marsala allows you to admire Favignana and Levanzo.

Departure is scheduled from Marsala marina at 9:00 am. Once embarked, you will be served a breakfast of various croissants and coffee.

The first scheduled stop is in Favignana. Here you can relax with a refreshing swimming or snorkeling break in two bays: Cala Azzurra and Cala Rossa.

Next you will reach the port of Favignana for a free tour of the town lasting about 1 hour.

On your return to the ship, you will enjoy an aperitif of mixed bruschetta with matarocco, olive patè and sun-dried tomato patè accompanied by chips, pretzels and a local prosecco.

Following that, you can enjoy a lunch consisting of:

•    Antipasto (eggplant caponata, seasoned local olives, seafood salad, slices of local pecorino cheese, sun-dried tomatoes)
•    1 first course (seafood pasta or fish or vegetable couscous)
•    seasonal fruit
•    water
•    wine
•    Coca Cola
•    coffee

The next stop will be the nearby island of Levanzo. Here a swimming and snorkeling stop is planned in a bay (Cala Fredda or Cala Minnola).

Before returning to the port of departure, a final swimming stop is planned in a bay on the island of Favignana (Grotte Marine or Bue Marino).

Return to the Marsala marina is scheduled for about 5:30 pm.

During the return navigation to Marsala, a typical Sicilian dessert (Cannolo di ricotta) accompanied by a typical fortified wine (Zibibbo or Passito) will be offered.

The itinerary and times may be modified and agreed with the group according to needs and weather conditions.

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

Private boat excursion to the Egadi Islands departing from Marsala, stopping at the main coves, walking through the historic center of Favignana and lunch on board.

You will depart in the direction of the island of Favignana, Cala Rossa, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, and then continue to Levanzo, where you will linger between Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola, with stops dedicated to swimming and relaxing.

During the excursion you will have lunch on board, accompanied by IGT Wine and typical local products such as pane cunzato, pizza, panelle and arancinette.

Around 1 p.m. you will disembark on the island of Favignana, where you will have free time for a stroll through the historic center. The experience will then continue with a visit to Cala Pozzo, Cala Rotonda, Cala Preveto and finally Cala Azzurra, an ideal destination for snorkeling enthusiasts.

For the day trip to the Egadi Islands departing from Marsala, you will have a choice of 3 different tours:

Favignana Tour

The first stop will be at Bue Marino and Cala Rossa, including landing on the island of Favignana. Next is lunch on the dinghy (included in the price) and then move on to Cala Pozzo, Cala Rotonda, Cala Preveto and Marasolo beach. Finally, you will be offered an aperitif with typical products and prosecco, before returning to Marsala.

Favignana and Levanzo tour

The first stop will be at Cala Azzurra, Bue Marino, Cala Rossa and Scalo Cavallo, including landing on the island of Favignana. Next is lunch on the dinghy (included in the price) and then move to Levanzo, where you will visit Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola. Finally, you will be offered an aperitif with typical products and prosecco, before returning to Marsala.

Marettimo

The first stop will be at Grotta del Cammello, followed by Castello di Punta Troia, Scalo Maestro and Secca del Cretazzo. Next is lunch on the dinghy (included in the price) and a visit to the seaside village of Marettimo. After skirting Favignana, you will be treated to an aperitif with typical products and prosecco, before returning to Marsala.

The one-day boat tour to the Egadi Islands is guaranteed upon reaching at least 6 people. The maximum capacity of the boat is 12 people.

Depart from the port of Marsala at 9:00 a.m. and enjoy a full-day rubber boat excursion to explore Favignana and Levanzo, accompanied by an experienced skipper. 

After setting sail, you’ll reach Favignana, where you can admire some of its most famous bays, such as Cala Azzurra and Cala Rossa, renowned for the incredible turquoise hues of the sea. Along the way, you’ll also discover more hidden spots, such as the picturesque Grotta degli Innamorati, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to go for a swim.

You’ll then make a stop of about an hour in the port of Favignana, where you’ll have some free time to stroll through the quaint streets of the town center. In the afternoon, you’ll set sail again for Levanzo, the wildest island in the archipelago, cruising through its unspoiled landscapes, the picturesque Faraglioni, and stunning coves like Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola.

You’ll return to the port of Marsala around 6:30 p.m., after a day spent enjoying the sea and Sicily’s most authentic natural beauty. 

The boat excursion to Favignana and Levanzo departing from Marsala is the perfect opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable day discovering the Egadi Islands.

You’ll board a comfortable boat equipped with a restroom and shower, with a maximum capacity of 25 people to ensure a relaxed and pleasant experience throughout the day.

The trip begins at the Marsala Tourist Port, where you’ll be welcomed with breakfast on board before setting sail towards Favignana.

Once you arrive on the island, you’ll stop at some of its most beautiful spots: Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, Cala Azzurra, and the Lovers’ Cave. Here, you’ll also have the chance to enjoy refreshing swims in crystal-clear waters.

Back on board, a traditional lunch will be served, featuring seafood pasta and a selection of drinks (water, cola, iced tea, and wine).

In the afternoon, you’ll head to Levanzo, with more swimming stops planned at Cala Minnola and the Faraglioni. Snorkeling equipment is available for guests who wish to explore the underwater scenery.

Before returning to Marsala, fresh seasonal fruit will be offered to end the day on a sweet note.

When booking, you can choose between a group tour or a private excursion. The private option allows you to customize the itinerary in agreement with the skipper.

This half-day boat excursion with 3 swimming stops allows you to discover the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the Faraglioni of Scopello starting from San Vito lo Capo.

You will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will share with you stories and curiosities of the places you will visit.

During this excursion there are 3 swimming stops:

•    at Cala dell'Uzzo (Lovers' Cave)
•    at Cala del Varo (Blue Grotto)
•    at the Tonnara di Scopello

On board you will also be offered an aperitif that will allow you to taste typical local products and includes cunzato bread, fig cookies and white wine.

Experience a unique Mediterranean experience in Sicily aboard a gulet, exploring the Zingaro Nature Reserve and enjoying an on-board lunch of typical Sicilian products.

Leaving from San Vito Lo Capo, the sailing will take you to visit the Nature Reserve and the Bay of Scopello, where you will be served a lunch of appetizers, fresh fish entrée, fruit, water and wine.

During the excursion there will be several swimming stops, during which you can take a dip in the sea or snorkel with the equipment provided directly by the facility. 

The gulet trip can be half-day or full-day in duration and is an unmissable opportunity to explore the beauty of the Mediterranean with friends.

The half-day trip runs in May, June and September, while the full-day excursion is available in July and August.

Maximum capacity: 40 people.

The group dinghy excursion to the Zingaro Reserve is an unmissable opportunity to visit the Sicilian coast from San Vito to the most fascinating coves such as Cala Bianca and Cala Rossa, as well as the renowned Faraglioni of Scopello.

Departing from the Diporto Nautico Sanvitese, the sailing continues to the Zingaro Reserve where you can admire the Saracen tower of Sciere, the Tonnara del Secco and other typical local attractions. Once in the reserve, stops are planned at Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo and the museum of maritime activities.

On the way, you will pass several coves, including Cala Marinella and Cala Berretta. The second stop is at the Faraglioni of Scopello, while the third stop is in Castellammare del Golfo, to explore its charming village. This is followed by final stops at Cala Bianca, ideal for snorkeling, and Cala Rossa. The tour includes an on-board lunch of Sicilian specialties.

The facility will directly provide you with the appropriate equipment to snorkel and admire the marine flora and fauna of Sicily.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Set sail from San Vito Lo Capo for a boat excursion along the coast of the Zingaro Nature Reserve to the picturesque Faraglioni di Scopello. You can choose between private and group options, with half-day or sunset tours.

The excursion includes three stops for swimming in the most beautiful bays of the Zingaro Nature Reserve, where you can swim and relax in the crystal-clear waters surrounded by unspoiled nature. Continuing on toward Scopello, you’ll be able to admire the famous Faraglioni, one of the area’s most iconic sights

If you choose the sunset tour, you’ll experience an even more special atmosphere, with the colors of the setting sun reflecting off the water as you enjoy an aperitif on board with pizza or a platter of cheeses and cold cuts paired with a spritz.

Departures are available in the morning from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the afternoon from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., or at sunset from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The private dinghy excursion to the Zingaro Reserve is an unmissable opportunity to visit the Sicilian coast from San Vito to the most fascinating coves such as Cala Bianca and Cala Rossa, as well as the renowned Faraglioni of Scopello.

You will depart from the Sanvitese Nautical Department. The navigation will then continue to the Zingaro Reserve where you can admire the Saracen tower of Sciere, the Tonnara del Secco and other typical local attractions. Once in the reserve, stops are planned at Cala Tonnarella dell’Uzzo and the museum of maritime activities.

During the navigation, you will pass through several coves, including Cala Marinella and Cala Berretta. The second stop is at the Faraglioni of Scopello, while the third stop è at Castellammare del Golfo, to explore its charming village. This is followed by final stops at Cala Bianca, ideal for snorkeling, and Cala Rossa.

The tour includes an on-board lunch of Sicilian specialties. In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

The excursion has a duration of one full day. The facility will provide you directly with the appropriate equipment to snorkel and admire the marine flora and fauna of Sicily. 

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Explore the Zingaro Nature Reserve and Tonnara dello Scopello on board a boat with friends and family and swim in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean to Sicily's most fascinating and hidden caves.

Departing from San Vito Lo Capo, you will visit the Saracen Towers, the Tonnara del Secco, and the Laghetto di Venere, with first swim stop at Cala 'Mpiso. Next, you will explore the Zingaro Nature Reserve and a second swim stop will be provided at Cala Dell'Uzzo. You will then continue to the historic Tonnara di Scopello with its Faraglioni rocks.

On board, typical fig cookies accompanied by almond marsala will be offered. Upon reaching Scopello, you will be served cunzato bread accompanied by white wine.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may change. The experience can be done in the morning or afternoon.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.