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The 10 best Boat Tours to the Zingaro Nature Reserve

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- Fabrizio Gualini
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- Fatima Maiorana
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Very nice experience... Friendly staff, they described the landscapes to us flawlessly and the 3 stops at wonderful places. I highly recommend it!!!
- Andrea C.
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Everything perfect, wonderful experience!
- Giuseppe G.
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lun 14 lug, 10:002 pp7 hours - Full day
all perfect excellent experience competence and professionalism i would have wished only a comment on the microphone with spread all over the hull regarding the places you were passing through and visiting. tha...more
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Info and prices boat excursions Gypsy Nature Reserve

Boat tours to the Zingaro Nature Reserve usually depart from San Vito Lo Capo or Castellammare del Golfo and are carried out on a variety of boats: catamarans, gulets and dinghies.

Prices range from 30€ for a half-day boat tour to 90€ for a full day with lunch on board

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Boat tour along the coast of Palermo

Palermo (PA), Sicily

5 (2)

Boat tour along the coast of Palermo

The boat tour departing from Palermo is a perfect opportunity to admire the Sicilian coast from the sea, with stops at some of the most beautiful places on the island, such as the Gulf of Mondello.

You will board a modern boat, with a maximum capacity of 6 people, equipped with all the comforts: swim ladder, awning for shade, outdoor shower, stereo system, sunbathing area, stern platform and teak deck.

The departure is from "Trapezoidal Pier", located in the center of Palermo. From here, you will start your navigation along the coast, where you can enjoy the views, crystal clear waters and sea breeze.

Two options are available: the group tour, which lasts 4 hours, or the private tour, which can last 4 or 8 hours.

During the tour you will be offered prosecco, soft drinks, fresh fruit and various snacks.

Group tour

The first stop is Virgin Mary beach, with golden sand and a turquoise, transparent sea.

We continue to the Addaura area, then arrive in the Gulf of Mondello, where a stop for a swim and an aperitif on board is planned.

You will then continue to the Capogallo promontory, where the landscape changes and becomes even more evocative, until you reach the Grotta dell’Olio, a natural cavity carved out over time by the waves of the sea.

Here you can explore the cave, snorkel and watch the play of light reflecting off the rock walls. This will also be an ideal time for another swim stop at a very special spot.

The last stop before the return is the Queen's Cave, a fascinating and mysterious place, considered one of the hidden jewels of the Palermo coast.

Private tour

In the private tour the itinerary is free and fully customizable, to be decided together with the skipper according to your wishes.

From 75€/ person
Boat tour in the Gulf of Mondello from Palermo

Palermo (PA), Sicily

5 (19)

Boat tour in the Gulf of Mondello from Palermo

The boat tour departing from Palermo allows you to admire the Sicilian coast from the sea while visiting some of the island's best-known spots, such as the Gulf of Mondello.

You will sail aboard a modern boat that holds up to 8 people and features a swim ladder, awning, deck shower, stereo system, sundeck, aft platform and teak deck.

Leaving from the "Trapezoidal Pier" located in the center of the city of Palermo, you will sail along Palermo's coast where you can admire the crystal clear waters and enjoy the sea breeze.

You can choose between the group tour (lasting 4 hours) and the exclusive tour (lasting 4 or 8 hours).

You will be offered prosecco, soft drinks, fruit and various snacks on board.

Group tour

The first scheduled stop is the Virgin Mary beach, characterized by the presence of golden sand and crystal clear turquoise waters.

The navigation will continue towards Addaura and then arrive in the Gulf of Mondello where, in addition to stopping for a swim, you can enjoy a delicious aperitif.

You will later reach the promontory of Capogallo, and you can admire a series of breathtaking views until you reach the Grotta dell'Olio, a cave created by the incessant force of the waves.

Here you will have the opportunity to explore this unique cave and observe the play of light reflecting off the rock walls and snorkel.

This picturesque corner will be the perfect place for another rejuvenating break: you can swim in the crystal clear waters and explore the seabed.

Finally, you will return toward the port of Palermo by making the last stop: Grotta della Regina, one of the jewels of Palermo, a fascinating and mysterious place.

Private tour

For the private tour the itinerary is flexible and customizable, to be agreed with the skipper.

From 120€/ person
Dinghy excursion to discover the Palermitan coast and Mondello
Boat tour with aperitif at Isola delle Femmine in the Gulf of Palermo
Boat day between Palermo and the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve

Experiences near Castellammare del Golfo

Half-day catamaran trip to Castellammare del Golfo
Gozzo excursion from Castellammare Del Golfo to the Zingaro Nature Reserve
Dinghy excursion to the Zingaro Nature Reserve from Castellammare
Day trip by sailing boat to the Zingaro Nature Reserve

Castellammare del Golfo (TP), Sicily

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Day trip by sailing boat to the Zingaro Nature Reserve

The one-day sailing excursion to the Zingaro Nature Reserve departing from Castellammare del Golfo gives you a unique experience off the Sicilian coast.

You will sail to the Zingaro Reserve, discovering the most famous coves and caves and admiring from the sea the majestic Faraglioni of Scopello and the Tonnara, a museum of the sea and tuna fishing traditions.

The ancient Greeks and Latins called this area Cetaria because of the abundance of tuna encountered in its waters.

During this day tour you will skirt Castellammare del Golfo, the first coves of the Coast such as Cala, Bianca, Cala Rossa, and then make your first swim stop at the Zingaro Nature Reserve in Cala dell'Uzzo, where you can explore the Grotta degli Innamorati and the small white pebble beach.

Afterwards, you will enjoy a brunch with Sicilian flavors in front of the famous Tonnara di Scopello with its Faraglioni rocks.

In the afternoon you will stop in Cala del Varo, Cala Capreria, Cala Marinella (depending on the wind) and Cala Rossa for a last dive.

The sailboat is moved mainly by the wind, so it is not possible to create a set itinerary. The skipper will choose the best stops and route before departure.

The skipper will share his experience with you through stories, legends and curiosities of the Sicilian territory or invite you to try some maneuvers to open the sails.

The experience is guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants.

From 120€/ person
Catamaran excursion to the Zingaro Nature Reserve from Castellammare del Golfo
Sailing tour in the Gulf of Castellammare

Experiences near San Vito Lo Capo

Half-day catamaran and snorkeling at the Zingaro Nature Reserve
Exclusive dinghy tour from San Vito Lo Capo
Gulet trip with lunch in the Zingaro Nature Reserve
Half-day Boat Tour from San Vito Lo Capo with snorkeling
Dinghy day with lunch on board at the Zingaro Nature Reserve from San Vito
Half-day shared boat tour from San Vito Lo Capo with appetizer

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