Sicily · ISOLA BELLA & GIARDINI NAXOS
26 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would send a friend, the 15 isola bella & giardini naxos tours worth booking, each with its price, its verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
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 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
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!”
Sunset boat from Giardini Naxos with Grotta Azzurra caves, White Lotus locations, dolphin searching, swimming, and a Sicilian aperitif.
“Superb trip. We had small children and were put on a smaller boat which allowed us to have plenty of room and enjoy the excursion. Saw dolphins, ate focaccia and swam in front of isola Bella. Fading light on way back and party hits made for a memorable end. the perfect trip, and the best excursion we took over our 2 week holiday”
Small-group boat cruise along Sicily’s east coast: Taormina views, Isola Bella, Blue Grotto area, plus Prosecco, marzipan, and swimming.
“Beautiful boat ride. Only downfall was that it is a bigger boat and could not go into the grottos like other boats were. This was a "Blue Grotto & Isola Bella" tour but we only passed by.”
Half-day Mount Etna tour from Taormina, Naxos, Letojanni, or Mascali with crater walking at 2,000m, photo stops, and local honey tasting.
“Giovanni was an excellent tour guide and was very knowledgeable about the area.”
Nemo Sub Taormina semi-submarine tour from Giardini Naxos with underwater windows, Isola Bella nature views, and the Blue Grotto.
“Had such a fab time! Saw lots of fish, a sea turtle and the tour guide even pointed out some dolphins🐬 The tour guide was very friendly and informative, pointed out some interesting things along the way.”
Sunset sail from Giardini Naxos to Taormina with Love Cave, Isola Bella and dolphin sightings, plus Sicilian snacks and Prosecco.
“I went with my daughter and we both enjoyed it immensely From start to finish the guide was great fun. It was lovely to see the dolphins and go for a swim.”
Two hours on a boat from Giardini Naxos to Isola Bella with an aperitif, swim stop, and photo-worthy views of Taormina.
“The captain and skipper were so much fun and entertaining, they played fun music, and told us about what we were seeing along the way. They let us jump off the boat and swim for a good amount of time too! Very enjoyable, great price, and delicious Prosecco!”
Small-group snorkeling from Giardini Naxos to Isola Bella and nearby bays, with clear-water viewing, gear included, and Etna coast views.
“Our experience on this excursion was disappointing. Other reviews mentioned a larger boat. This tour was oversold by multiple people, and there was no space for anyone to sit. We were jammed into a tiny boat with very rough water. We have been on dozens of snorkeling tours, and have never experienced so many people in such a small space with such rough seas. While we enjoyed the actual snorkeling, I would not sign up for this again.”
Watch Taormina’s sunset on a catamaran, hunt dolphins with hydrophone tech, swim near Isola Bella, and enjoy a Sicilian aperitif with Prosecco.
“Had a very nice sunset tour on the catamaran. Staff was very friendly and we spotted very nice active Dolphins! Also went to several capes and went swimming in the beautiful sea!”
2-hour boat ride from Giardini Naxos to Taormina caves and coves, with a swim stop and Prosecco aperitif on the coast.
“On a vu la côte, les yachts et les dauphins. Top. Attention si vous plongez il y a des méduses partout.”
Boat tour from Giardini Naxos to Taormina bays with White Lotus spots, mask swim in clear water, and Sicilian aperitif in 2 hours.
“Really interesting, the guide was knowledgeable, the whole trip was great.”
2-hour Giardini Naxos boat cruise to Isola Bella, grottos, and caves with a prosecco aperitif, swimming stops, and skipper commentary.
“Cracking morning out on the boat!! Really informative, and fun. Prosecco on the way back was a lovely touch. No toilets onboard though”
Guided Taormina and Isola Bella day tour from Messina with a small-group boat trip, Etna views, and Greek theatre time.
“Boat trip is nice however it does not stop on the island. You get to see some nice caves. You get to swim the water was nice. Our captain was super nice. Taormina is beautiful but you would need more than a couple of hours if you want to fully enjoy and have lunch.”
