Taormina boat tour: the 10 best boat rides

Discover Mondello aboard a shared or exclusive boat departing from Palermo and guided by an experienced skipper.

You will make your first swim stop at Marina di Villa Igea with a visit to the Queen's Grotto. You will then continue in the direction of Vergine Maria beach, doing an initial tasting.

You will then depart again heading towards Mondello beach with the second stop for swimming in the sea and here you will then enjoy an excellent lunch with tasting of typical Sicilian products.

The third stop will be at the Capo Gallo nature reserve with a stop for snorkeling and an afternoon aperitif.

You will return to the port of La Cala around 6 pm.

Discover the Gulf of Palermo and Marina di Villa Igea at sunset aboard a boat guided by an experienced captain.

Leaving from Palermo, you will sail to Marina di Villa Igea, a location where you can relax while watching the sunset.

During the outing, which lasts a couple of hours, you can enjoy an excellent aperitif of Sicilian products, offered by the boat captain.

For the duration of the outing you will be accompanied by a skipper who will know how to tell you the best anecdotes about the area.

We recommend appropriate clothing for the evening weather.

The half-day mini-cruise allows you to discover Mondello on board a shared or exclusive boat departing from Palermo and guided by an experienced skipper.

This experience is perfect for spending a relaxing day with friends or family.

You will sail to Mondello making a few stops for swimming in the sea. During the outing you will visit the most beautiful coves on the coast and receive explanations from the skipper who can answer your curiosities about the area.

Before returning you will be offered an aperitif with prosecco, chips and bruschetta.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

Immerse yourself in the most fascinating scenery of Sicily and the Mediterranean waters and explore the Palermo coast aboard an inflatable boat equipped with every comfort to allow you to live a totally relaxing experience.

Departing from Cala Porto in Palermo, the route will be decided on the spot by the skipper, depending on wind conditions, but the main stops that will be touched will be as follows:

•    Virgin Mary Beach
•    Mondello
•    Capo Gallo Nature Reserve
•    Addaura Beach
•    Queen's Cave

During each of the stops there will be a swim stop during which you can swim and snorkel with equipment provided directly by the facility. You will also have the opportunity to explore the town of Mondello and have lunch at one of the typical local restaurants.

The dinghy excursion is organized on a shared basis and lasts a full day. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore the beauty of Sicily in excellent company and take a swim in the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

The day boat ride between Palermo and the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve is a relaxing experience that allows you to discover the Sicilian sea, perfect for groups of friends or families with children.

You will depart by 10:30 a.m. from Marina Villa Igiea and head north, pushing as far as Isola delle Femmine. Return is scheduled for 5:30 pm.

This tour will allow you to make swimming stops with the possibility of snorkeling at some of the most beautiful spots along the coast.

An experienced skipper will be on board at all times to attend to your every need.

You will be offered a welcome cocktail when you arrive on the boat, and at lunchtime you will be served Sicilian dishes to eat on board.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility following your reservation.

Explore the sea outside Palermo with this relaxing excursion, perfect for groups of friends or families with children.

You will depart from Marina Villa Igiea at 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. and head north to Mondello and Capo Gallo.

On arrival, you can stop to swim in the sea and choose whether to relax in the sun or enjoy the music on board.

As soon as you board you will be offered a welcome cocktail and afterwards you can enjoy an excellent aperitif of local products.

An experienced skipper will be always present on board to meet your every need.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

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.

The dinghy aperitif at the Stagnone in Marsala is a unique opportunity for a romantic sunset experience along the coast of Sicily.

During the excursion, the dinghy will sail slowly to give you the opportunity to relax and take photographs of the islands and the sea. Once you arrive near Isola Lunga, you will have a panoramic view of everything around you: the island of Mozia, the Egadi Islands, and the open sea.

You will be offered an aperitif on board of different kinds of appetizers and fresh fruit, accompanied by music. You will be able to sip Sparkling Wine and other wines produced by Commander Ignatius' local winery in his wine cellar.

The excursion lasts about 3 hours and is suitable for everyone. The dinghy trip is ideal for a romantic sunset experience for couples in Sicily.

The dinghy excursion to Favignana from Marsala is an experience invites you to explore the beauty of the Egadi Islands. You'll dive into the crystal clear waters with dives straight from the dinghy and discover marine life with surface snorkeling.

During the excursion, either group or private, you will enjoy a typical Sicilian aperitif on board with wines produced by the Gandolfo family and take a walk through the narrow streets of the ancient village, getting in touch with local life and meeting the famous "Tuna Fishermen."

The experience lasts one day and the excursion departs from Marsala. The dinghy will reach the waters of Favignana in about 30 minutes and here you will admire the coastline, caves and the most striking coves, such as Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra and Bue Marino, with the skipper accompanying you at all times.

At lunchtime an aperitif of flatbreads, with fresh cold cuts will be organized by Simona, the hostess, along with a mix of typical appetizers.

The navigation continues and you will reach the port of Favignana. You will have the opportunity to explore the heart of the town, immersed in the charming historic center. Afterwards, navigation resumes and the dinghy will reach Marsala in the late afternoon.

The dinghy excursion to Favignana from Marsala is a unique opportunity to learn about the Egadi Islands and have an unforgettable experience in Sicily.

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.

Enjoy a mini cruise on a rubber dinghy to explore the crystal-clear waters of Lampedusa. Relax with stops for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and drinks on board, accompanied by an expert local guide.

During the trip, you’ll visit some of the island’s most spectacular bays and coves. If the wind permits, explore the southern coast with stops at iconic spots such as Tabaccara, theIsola dei Conigli, Cala Pulcino, and Baia delle Acque; alternatively, sail along the northern coast, where the Faraglioni, Sacramento, Muro Vecchio, and Taccio Vecchio await you.

You’ll have four stops of about 45 minutes each to swim, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, or simply relax in the sun surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

On board, you’ll find a comfortable sun deck, a shaded area, a freshwater shower, and a ladder to help you climb back on board easily after each swim.

During theexcursion, you can enjoy a snack accompanied by cold drinks, while the guide shares interesting facts and anecdotes about Lampedusa.

The daily shared boat excursion to Lampedusa allows you to admire the Sicilian coast from the sea and reach the most beautiful sites such as Tabaccara.

Refreshing swimming stops are planned during the navigation.

One of the planned stops will be at Tabaccara where you will enjoy its crystal clear turquoise waters for about half an hour.

Later you will pass through Rabbit Bay, where another swimming stop is planned with a view of Rabbit Island and the isthmus separating it from the mainland.

Other possible stops include Punta dell'Acqua, Capo Ponente, Scoglio della Madonna, Faraglione del Sacramento and Muro Vecchio, the most coveted site on the north coast.

The navigation will continue along the east coast with Mare Morto and Cala Creta and then return to the south coast passing Grottacce and Grotta del Bue Marino.

At noon you will be served a rich and refined lunch on board that includes:

•    1 pasta dish made with fresh fish
•    several main courses including eggplant caponata, marinated anchovies and crudité of shrimp and prawns
•    dessert
•    water
•    coffee
•    fruit
•    digestif

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

Daily excursion aboard a sailing ship around the island of Lampedusa.

Departing from the port of Lampedusa, you will sail out to sea and head out to discover the best coves and caves along the coast. The itinerary is not predetermined as it varies depending on the winds and the time of year, but it guarantees that you will see places that cannot be reached by land.

Several stops will be made during this excursion to allow you to swim in the sea at the most beautiful spots along the coast. Bathing in the sea is not mandatory; you can stay on board during the stops.

Throughout the experience you will be accompanied by a captain and his staff, who will be able to tell you about the history of the area and specifically about the different places you will see (also in English). In addition, there will be entertainment for all ages on board with live music.

Included in this experience is lunch on board, which consists of mixed bruschettas and an entrée of fresh local seafood. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are also featured. Throughout the trip you will be served unlimited water to drink.

On board the sailing ship you will find:

•    a shaded area and a large sun deck with cushions
•    a trampoline 4 meters high
•    a cocktail bar where you can buy all the drinks you want
•    the parrot Gennarino with whom you will be able to take pictures (to be paid on site)
•    some gadgets from the galleon (to be paid on site)

It is recommended to bring sunscreen, hat to protect your head from the sun (especially for children) and snorkeling equipment.

Return is scheduled for approximately 5:00 pm.

Set off to discover Lampedusa at sunset aboard a sailing ship for a completely new experience.

You will set sail from the port of Lampedusa by 6 p.m. and move along the coast to watch the sunset from offshore. There is no set itinerary as it depends on the time of year and winds. This excursion, however, guarantees that you will see parts of the island that cannot be visited by land.

During this outing you will be served an unlimited water apericena. There are gluten-free and vegetarian options. If you would like to have drinks or beverages, you will need to purchase them at the cocktail bar on board the sailing ship.

The excursion lasts about 3 hours in which a stop will be made to allow you to swim in the sea. It is not mandatory to get off the boat during the stop.

Throughout the excursion there will be a captain and his crew on board, ready to welcome you and fulfill your requests as well as give you explanations about the places visited and the culture of the area (also in English).

The highlight of this excursion is definitely the possible sighting of dolphins, which show off at nightfall when the waters are quieter and less inhabited by tourists.

On board the sailing ship you will also find entertainment and live music to keep you entertained and give you lasting memories.

The Lampedusa boat trip tour with lunch starts at 9:30 a.m. departing from the New Harbor and the itinerary is decided by the captain based on weather conditions.

There are about 4/5 stops of about 1 hour and you will visit all the coves and caves of Lampedusa. During the stops you can dive, snorkel and relax in the sun.

Also included in the price is lunch, which is seafood with local specialties. Very fresh fish bought early in the morning at the fish market and prepared directly on board; appetizers of red shrimp, scampi, swordfish, tuna, red mullet, Lampedusa caponata, pasta with fish, coffee, fennel (homemade), cannoli and in the afternoon snack with fruit.

For the lucky ones, it will also be possible to spot dolphins and turtles that inhabit the waters of the island of Lampedusa.

Set sail from the port of Lampedusa for an excursion to discover the picturesque island of Linosa. Enjoy a full day of guided tours, swimming stops, free time on the island, and an aperitif on board as you return at sunset.

After departure, sail toward Linosa across a stretch of sea where, with a little luck, you may spot dolphins and sea turtles in their natural habitat. Once you arrive, join an exclusive guided tour of the island that will take you to discover its most authentic spots, with stops at the most beautiful scenic viewpoints and two breaks for swimming in its crystal-clear waters.

You can choose the option that includes lunch on board or the one without.

Afterward, you’ll have about two hours of free time to stroll through the village’s quaint alleys.

In the afternoon, return on board to explore the coast of Linosa from the sea, reaching wild and secluded coves where you can stop for more swims. During the return voyage to Lampedusa, relax with an aperitif accompanied by a special toast.

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.

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.