Italy · BOAT TOURS IN SICILY
Good boat tours in Sicily fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Cruise around Ortigia, enter Syracuse’s ports and sea caves, hear local history, and stop for a swim on this affordable one-hour boat trip.
“Awesome trip Otto was a great captain Really enjoyable and good value”
Cruise Sicily’s Ionian coast from Giardini Naxos to Taormina, Isola Bella, coves, caves, swimming, Prosecco, and almond sweets.
“It was a lovely afternoon out on the water with wonderful guides Kevin & Andrei. They were knowledgeable and very kind. We had a great time cruising around Taormina from Naxos and seeing the beautiful topography and very blue clear water. Swimming was a highlight. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon!!”
Spend seven hours exploring Lampedusa by boat, with crystal-clear coves, SUP, snorkeling, lunch, and a small group capped at 15.
“Lampedusa is an island in the Mediterranean Sea. Lampedusa is an Italian island to the south of Italy, not far from the North African coast. It's famous for it's seafood; agriculture is an active source of vegetables. Lampedusa is a great place to dine. Boating is the best way to reRead more”
Circle Ortigia by boat, enter Sicily’s sea caves, hear local history, and swim in clear water on this affordable one-hour coastal trip.
“It might be a little bumpy! If you're afraid of getting wet, wear your rain coat. Ninni (wrong spelling) was an excellent guide,a bit cheeky and knowledgeable.”
Review of Cefalù’s small-group boat tour, with swimming, snorkeling, coastal views, aperitivo, practical tips, price, and booking advice.
“Beautiful trip. Gorgeous scenery with various stops to swim. Boat a good size, not crowded, and an excellent skipper in Alex. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and would recommend to anyone coming to Cefalu.”
Review of Palermo’s intimate Angela boat tour, with coastal caves, Mondello swimming, Sicilian wine, snacks, and practical booking advice.
“Terrible terrible boat that has a thin plank to get on board! It was so scary one of us refused to go on it and one did and nearly fell off the boat to get onto board! We have demanded our money back and the company is refusing!”
Sail from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo for coves, sea caves, swimming stops, a fish lunch, and a small-group boat day.
“Esperienza bellissima, ci siamo sentiti coccolati, cibo super e isola di favignana stupenda..siamo stati anche a levanzo”
Review of Taormina’s 2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos, with caves, Isola Bella, swimming, Prosecco, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great experience and a beautiful way to see the coastline! Our captain was knowledgeable, passionate and so friendly. We enjoyed every minute!!”
Spend seven hours circling Lampedusa by yacht, stopping at turquoise bays, snorkeling sites, sea caves, and enjoying a generous fish lunch onboard.
“Esperienza da fare se si viene a Lampedusa, Gianfranco e Francesco raccontano l’isola come nessuno e sono molto preparati oltre a farti sentire a casa su Sciatu Mia. Il giro a differenza di tanti altri tour è regolato in base alla giornata. Assolutamente consigliato e il ragù di triglie spettacolare”
Sail from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo for clear-water swims, snorkeling, island villages, lunch, wine, and a small-group day at sea.
“Great day of sailing with our wonderful captain, Guiseppe! Very knowledgeable and skilled sailor. So much fun!!”
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