Sicily’s boat trips cover very different coasts, from Ortigia’s caves to Taormina, Zingaro and the offshore islands. Start with the departure port, vessel size and actual swimming time.
Sicily · SICILY BOAT TOURS & COASTAL CRUISES
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A Sicily boat tour only makes sense in relation to its coast. Compare departures for Ortigia, Taormina, Zingaro and the islands by vessel size, swim time and hours ashore.
Mini-cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch, wine, and boat swims, plus time to explore villages.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The boat crew were excellent. The food served was great. We had a pleasant visit to both islands and enjoyed the voyage around. Thank you.”
Night boat trip from Milazzo to Panarea and Stromboli for sunset, sea views, and live volcanic activity in the Aeolian Islands.
“Excellent except the guide did not translate everything Majority of speeches were only in Italian Maybe he was tired”
Sail from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with coastal views, a boat swim, and onboard lunch, plus free time on both islands.
“Break the 2 swims up. Have 2nd swim after Lorenzo island”
Small-group boat day from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo, with English commentary, snorkel stops, and time in the tuna-village of Favignana.
“It was a relaxing day! Our guide was so friendly and never rushed us at any of the swimming locations. He provided snacks on board and wine (not just one tiny glass too, lots of refills!) He took us to a great lunch location on the island. Really small group on the boat which was a bonus! Highly recommend this tour.”
1-hour Syracuse boat trip around Ortigia, sea caves, and a swim stop, with live English and Italian commentary for $23.
“Ninny was a very personable captain, lovely trip around the island with his knowledge of local history which was very interesting. Brief time in the caves as there were other boats waiting to get in. He offered to let us swim but the other people who joined us were too scared of the cold sea!”
Full-day cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with swim stops and lunch on board for great views and simple value.
“Amazing. The crew on the boat were fantastic. The boat was wonderful and most of all the pasta lunch and wine on the boat was fabulous.”
90 minutes by boat around Ortigia and Syracuse, with marine caves, snorkeling masks, and a swim stop. Captain Mirko adds local stories.
“Captain was great, music was fun, caves and swimming were lovely plus we got some Prosecco and fruit!”
Sail Catania’s Cyclops Coast on a small boat with snorkeling, SUP, and a Sicilian aperitivo plus prosecco, 4 hours.
“We had a great time on the boat and everything was very good”
2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos to Isola Bella and the Blue Grotto, with aperitif snacks and swimming time.
“It was great seeing Taormina from the sea as you see a lot of what you would otherwise miss A lot of interesting information and the guide was so informative and friendly Recommend this trip”
A 2-hour long-tail boat loop around Ortigia, with grotto stops, a heart-shaped sea cave, and short snorkeling breaks plus Prosecco.
“Enzo was the perfect host/captain. He explained everything and was very careful to take care of everyone on the boat.”
8-hour boat trip from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with multiple swim stops, snorkeling gear, and a town break for lunch.
“Everything was perfect, had great fun the whole day! Stefania and the captain are super nice! Highly recommend!”
A 2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos showing Taormina’s sea caves, Isola Bella swim, Faraglioni views, and the Blue Grotto.
“being close to the land gives you a good perspective of the area. This was an English speaking tour and his English was poor”
Giardini Naxos to Taormina by sea in 2 hours. Small group boat ride with Prosecco, marzipan, and a swim by Isola Bella.
“Very pleasant and comfortable 2 hr tour of the coast. Our captain was very knowledgeable and his English was excellent”
Small-group speedboat day cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo, with snorkeling stops, open bar, and Sicilian street food.
“Great trip. Well organized. Small group. Nice boat. Excellent captain in Sandro. In my judgment better and easier to see the beaches of Favignana by boat rather than taking a ferry and then renting a bike or scooter. Definitely would do it again. I would have preferred staying exclusively around Favignana rather than going to Levanzo.”
Sunset boat from Giardini Naxos to Taormina, grottos plus Isola Bella snorkel, dolphin spotting, and aperitivo snacks.
“We loved this tour! The guides were so friendly, fun, and gave us great info about the island! An unforgettable experience!”
