Sicily · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
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Sicily is an island wrapped in smaller islands, and the water is half the trip. Below are the best boat tours and cruises: day sails to Favignana and the Egadi, sea caves off Ortigia, sunset runs with a swim stop and a glass in hand. Prices, sailing times, and what each day on the water includes.
Boat day from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with swims, creeks, and a classic onboard Trapanese lunch for about 8 hours.
“The trip was great, the crew was super nice. The views are amazing and the lunch is great too. Would 100% recommend”
Sail from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with coastal views, swimming stops, and lunch on board. Great value, big scenery.
“The experience was Amazing! I loved everything about it. The views are stunning and the guide made it even better. Lunch was great, traditional delicious Sicilian food! Can’t recommend enough!!”
Small-group boat tour from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with Roman history commentary, snorkeling stops, and wine.
“Really fun boat trip. Alessio was a great host, very accommodating and professional. He took us to really cool spots showed us the fishes and then to his favourite restaurant. We ate there with our new friends we made on the boat and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals and the boat tour. :)”
An 8-hour mini cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo, with swim stops and a lunch of Trapanese pesto pasta onboard.
“Really great! Friendly guides, lovely lunch provided, perfectly planned out :)”
90-minute boat tour from Riva della Posta with Captain Mirko: Ortigia sights, marine caves, snorkeling masks, and a swim stop in clear water.
“Very nice day. Well worth the money. The Captain is so nice. We couldn't find the place and he called us to help us find the pick up place and waited for us. I strongly recommend this tour.”
2-hour boat tour of Ortigia in Siracusa with sea caves, Arethusa Spring, snorkeling, and prosecco plus fruit in a small-group ride.
“Really pleased with the operator- we had a VERY windy day & Captain gave us an option to pass or go out. We agreed to go & waves were enormous- after a quick dip in a secluded area, he took us on the other side of Ortigia where the wind created a calm ride. Lots of fun & the prosecco & fruit were a nice touch!”
Speedboat off Ortigia: sea caves, snorkel masks, fruit and prosecco, plus local stories on a 90-minute Sicily cruise.
“Stefano was a wonderful captain/guide. We had the boat to ourselves and it was a great morning on the water. The refreshments and music added to the experience. We had some time in the crystal clear water near the caves. We loved this excursion!”
Small-group speedboat from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with snorkel stops, cave swimming, and drinks for up to 12.
“the best boat tour we have ever been on. Not only were the sights absolutely beautiful, we were lucky enough to have capitano Ciccio as our driver. Not only was he an amazing captain he also treated us to a sax performance in the ocean!”
4-hour Palermo boat trip to Capo Gallo Reserve with snorkeling masks, multiple swims, and fruit snacks on a 2025 small-group boat.
“The boat was as advertised. There was a little snack bar you could order at while you wait to begin. The water was beautiful. There are a lot of boats in the bays, but that is just part of it during high season. Our boat was not crowded, as there were 6 passengers and the captain. It was fun!”
Sail Catania’s Cyclops Coast with lava-rock views, snorkel time near Aci Trezza, and a Sicilian aperitivo on a small boat.
“we were able to sail a little bit, but the wind wasnt very good this day. The crew did their best to make sure we had a great time and had a good place to swim. We were even able to spot dolphins. I can really recommend this activity, as it didnt feel commercialised. Crew was passionate and wanted us to have a good time.”
2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos with Taormina coast views, Blue Grotto entry, swim time, and a relaxing aperitif on Isola Bella.
“Very nice guide Dario. Beautifull break to take a swim. would recommend it”
Two hours by boat from Giardini Naxos to Taormina for snorkeling, sea-cave photo stops, and Sicilian Prosecco.
“Our Guide was perfect and ordered us an Uber with his friend after a very stressful day he made our day and was very kind, thank you so much, we all had a very nice time and it was our favourite tour of our holiday ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo by boat: crystal coves, snorkeling gear, English crew, about 8 hours.
“I had called to change my card and they had to change my date and was told that my date of 8/12 would still apply. I arrived and my reservation had not been amended and I was not able to take my tour. They offered me a date of 8/18 but that would not work for me so I missed out on a valuable part of my trip. I would have appreciated more flexibility.”
5-hour Catania boat trip to Aci Trezza with snorkeling or paddleboarding, prosecco aperitif, and coastal mythology from Blu Marina.
“The whole thing was wonderful. We all had an amazing time and would do it again in a heart beat. The skipper and captain were so nice and kind.”
2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos with an Isola Bella swim, Faraglioni photo stops, Blue Grotto sighting, and Mazzarò bay views.
“A short 2 hour trip around the coastline, optional dip at the end. They gave us a shot of something sweet and alcoholic and a sweet, neither of which we were expecting, so a nice touch. They showed us caves and waves, and some interesting features. If you have a couple of hours to kill, well worth it!”
