The 8 best boat trips to Favignana from Trapani

Embark on a not-to-be-missed excursion in a motorboat equipped with every comfort and experience a mini-cruise in the crystal-clear waters of Sicily, visiting the best-known caves and enjoying a typical lunch on board.

Departing from Trapani, the motorboat trip will take you to several destinations, depending on the itinerary you choose, and you will have a choice of two routes.

Favignana and Levanzo (8 hours)

During the excursion to Favignana and Levanzo you will skirt Favignana's most beautiful and picturesque coves such as Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra. Lunch will be provided on board before reaching Levanzo. Here you will visit Cala Fredda, Cala Minnola and the small fishing village.

Marettimo (9 hours)

During the excursion to Marettimo you will visit the pebble beaches on the slopes of Punta Troia and other sandy coves such as Cala Bianca and Cala Nera. With luck, you may spot rare Mediterranean monk seals.

The excursion lasts a full day and includes an onboard lunch of typical Sicilian products.

Don't miss a unique opportunity to swim in Mediterranean waters and visit the Egadi Islands as a group or as a couple.

Maximum capacity: 185 people.

Daily excursion by dinghy from Trapani to explore the islands of Favignana and Levanzo.

You will set sail from the port of Trapani at 10:00 am and head to Favignana. The first stop will be Cala Azzurra, one of the most beautiful coves on the island, and then go to Bue Marino and Cala Rossa. Once you arrive at the Lovers' Grotto you can dive into the sea and swim in the crystal clear waters.

At 1 p.m. you will stop on the island of Favignana where you will enjoy a lunch of typical products in an affiliated restaurant (included in the price) and visit the village of Florio.

In the afternoon you will continue the excursion to Levanzo. You will go to see Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola where you can make other stops for swimming in the sea.

You will then return by 18:00 to the port of Trapani.

Throughout the excursion you will be accompanied by a skipper who can tell you the history of the area and answer all your questions.

The boat is equipped with a mini bar to keep drinks such as prosecco, wine and soft drinks cool.

Day trip to explore Favignana and Levanzo perfect for spending a day with friends or family.

The itinerary for this excursion includes:

• departure from the tourist pier of Favignana for 10:30 a.m.
• visit inside the Grotta degli Innamorati by swimming
• continuation to Levanzo and visit to the stacks with another bathroom stop
• docking at the fishing village of Levanzo and visit for 30 minutes
• docking at a quiet cove and lunch served on board
• return to Favignana with explanation of the wonderful quarries and bathroom stop
• continuation to Cala Rossa, sea ox to Cala Azzurra where snorkeling is available

Lunch includes a traditional Sicilian pasta dish and a sampling of various bruschetta, with water and fresh local white wine.

The boats are equipped with both a sun and shade area with sunshades. In addition, there is snorkeling equipment on board available to all boat guests.

The staff, always on board, can answer your questions and assist you with any of your requests.

During the day sailing to the Egadi Islands from Trapani, the skippers will guide you to discover the wonderful coves of the Egadi archipelago so you can enjoy the exciting days aboard the fully equipped sailboats.

The excursion will begin at 9:30 a.m. from the port of Trapani and will end at approximately 6 p.m. Cast off the moorings and hoist the sails, your adventure on the routes to Favignana and Levanzo will begin.

Throughout the day there will be bathroom stops at Cala Fredda, Cala Minnola on Levanzo and at Cala Azzurra, Bue marino, Cala Rossa on Favignana. Each stop will be given the opportunity to swim and use the snorkeling equipment available to each guest.

Guests will also have the opportunity to visit the island of Favignana where they will dock for a break and delight in typical Trapani cuisine while wandering the streets of the town.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

The boat tour of Marettimo caves with Walter, the skipper, is a unique experience of relaxation and wonder. Walter deeply loves the Egadi island and wants to share its beauty with everyone. You will explore the main caves and Zone A of the island.

Two boat tours are available departing from Scalo Nuovo in Marettimo: one in the morning at 10:30 a.m. with return at 2:15 p.m. and the other in the afternoon from 3:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Following a natural itinerary, we start with a visit to the Camel Cave, the Thunder Cave and the Pipe Cave, among the most famous in Marettimo.

After a 15- to 20-minute swim stop at Cala Libano, we continue to Cala Bianca, one of Marettimo's most picturesque areas. This is followed by Grotta Perciata, Grotta Ficaredda, Grotta del Presepe, Grotta della Palma and finally the spectacular Grotta degli Innamorati, where you can take a dip.

Continuing on, you will visit the Bombarda Cave and conclude with a stop at Sea Fennel for another dip before returning.

Discover the wonderful island of Favignana through a sailing boat tour and experience direct contact with the sea.

The sailing excursion is held by a licensed skipper and is intended both for beginners who are approaching sailing for the first time, and for those who have already taken a basic sailing course in the past and want to take a tour of the 'enchanting island of Favignana, followed by a trained and competent instructor.

During the excursion you will visit Cala Rossa, Bue Marino and Cala Rotonda, with swimming and snorkeling stops. On your return, the captain will offer you a tasting of typical Favignanese products, water, coffee and snacks.

Get ready to discover the whole island of Favignana with its fantastic crystal clear waters and famous coves directly from the sea.

Sailing tour from Palermo with a duration of about half a day discovering the coast directly from the sea, with aperitif included executable both in the morning and in the afternoon.

The excursion begins from the port of Palermo, once you leave you will embark on a leisurely coastal sail at a moderate speed along the Addaura coast.

Next, you will drop anchor in the beautiful Mondello Bay, where you will have the opportunity to swim and use the free snorkeling equipment and inflatable mattresses we provide. You will be escorted to the Capo Gallo Reserve, until you reach the Lighthouse.

Finally, you will reverse course and head to the Grotte della Regina, where in addition to swimming, you will be offered an aperitif on board based on typical products accompanied by a glass of wine and return to the port of Palermo.

Discover the Gulf of Palermo and Marina di Villa Igea at sunset aboard a boat guided by an experienced captain.

Departing from Palermo, you will sail to Marina di Villa Igea, a location where you can relax while watching the sunset.

During the outing, which lasts a couple of hours, you will enjoy an excellent aperitif of Sicilian products, offered by the boat captain.

Throughout the outing you will be accompanied by a skipper who will be able to tell you the best anecdotes about the area.

We recommend appropriate clothing for the evening weather.

Enjoy the sunset aboard a Motor Yacht while enjoying a great aperitif with your friends or partner.

You will depart by 7 p.m. from Marina Villa Igiea and continue until you reach the Queen's Grotto. After listening to a brief explanation about the place from your captain, you will relax while watching the sunset.

On board the boat you will be served an aperitif consisting of some typical Sicilian appetizers, prosecco and other drinks.

Return is scheduled for 9 p.m. always at Marina Villa Igiea.

Throughout the outing you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will be ready to meet your every request.

We recommend clothing suitable for the evening weather.

Set out to explore the sea outside Palermo with this relaxing excursion, perfect for groups of friends or families with children.

You have a choice of 2 options:

Half-day tour

You will depart from Marina Villa Igiea at 9:00 am or 2:00 pm and head north to Mondello and Capo Gallo. Once you arrive, you can stop to swim in the sea and choose whether to relax in the sun or enjoy the music on board.

As soon as you board you will be offered a welcome cocktail, and afterwards you can enjoy a great aperitif of local products.

Full-day tour

With this option, you will depart for 10:30 a.m. from Marina Villa Igiea and head north, pushing as far as Isola delle Femmine. Return is scheduled for 5:30 pm.

This tour, having a longer duration, will allow you to make more stops at sea with the possibility of snorkeling at some of the most beautiful spots on the coast.

Again, you will be offered a welcome cocktail upon arrival on the boat and at lunchtime you will be served Sicilian dishes to eat on board.

For both excursions, an experienced skipper will always be on board to attend to your every need.

Discover Mondello on board a boat shared with other participants starting from Palermo and guided by an experienced skipper.

You can choose from 2 excursions depending on the duration:

Half-day excursion

Departing from Palermo, you will sail to Mondello making a few stops for swimming in the sea. During the outing you will visit the most beautiful coves on the coast and receive explanations from the skipper who can answer your curiosities about the area.

Before returning you will be offered an aperitif with prosecco, chips and bruschetta.

Full day excursion

Departing from Palermo, you will make your first swim stop at Marina di Villa Igea with a visit to the Queen's Cave. You will then continue in the direction of Vergine Maria beach, doing an initial tasting.

You will then set off again heading for Mondello beach with the second stop for swimming in the sea and here you will then enjoy an excellent lunch with tasting of typical Sicilian products.

The third stop will be at the Capo Gallo nature reserve with a stop for snorkeling and an afternoon aperitif. You will return to the port of La Cala around 6 p.m.

Immerse yourself in the most fascinating scenery of Sicily and the Mediterranean waters and explore the Palermo coast aboard an inflatable boat equipped with every comfort to allow you to live a totally relaxing experience.

Departing from Cala Porto in Palermo, the route will be decided on the spot by the skipper, depending on wind conditions, but the main stops that will be touched will be as follows:

• Virgin Mary Beach
• Mondello
• Capo Gallo Nature Reserve
• Addaura Beach
• Queen's Cave

During each of the stops there will be a swim stop during which you can swim and snorkel with equipment provided directly by the facility. You will also have the opportunity to explore the town of Mondello and have lunch at one of the typical local restaurants.

The dinghy excursion is organized on a shared basis and lasts a full day. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore the beauty of Sicily in excellent company and take a swim in the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Discover the beauty of Sicily aboard a catamaran and enjoy a hearty aperitif along the white coast and the Mediterranean's best-known coves, such as Tonnarella dell'Uzzo and the bays of the Zingaro Nature Reserve.

Departing from San Vito Lo Capo, sailing to Scopello, you will admire the Saracen Towers and the Tonnara of San Vito Lo Capo. You will explore the Zingaro Reserve, with an initial snorkeling stop among the coves. Finally, you will reach Scopello with its famous Faraglioni rocks. A second swim stop is planned in Scopello before returning to the port.

During the navigation you will be offered an aperitif of local products with wine and water included. In addition, snorkeling equipment will be provided directly by the facility.

The excursion lasts half a day and can be arranged in the morning or afternoon. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may change.

Maximum capacity: 38 people.

Discover San Vito Lo Capo and the Zingaro Nature Reserve aboard a boat equipped with a skipper, who will tell you the story of Sicily's most hidden and fascinating coves and places.

The excursion departs from San Vito Lo Capo and the itinerary covers several stops. Along the way, you will pass by the old Tonnara of San Vito Lo Capo and Cala Firriato, with a stop at Lake Venus. Your first bathroom stop will instead be at Cala dell'Uzzo, to explore the Lovers' Cave.

You will continue through the coves of the Zingaro Nature Reserve to the Tonnara di Scopello with its renowned Faraglioni rocks. Here there will be another swim stop where you can snorkel among the marine flora and fauna with equipment provided directly by the facility.

The boat trip lasts half a day and can be done in the morning or afternoon. Also included in the tour is an aperitif on board based on local specialties such as cunzato bread, olives, cheese and wine.

The excursion takes place on board the boat Chicca, which is equipped with all comforts and has a maximum capacity of 22 people.

Get ready to discover the most striking bays on the west coast of Sicily, sailing between the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the Faraglioni of Scopello.

Departing from the port of San Vito Lo Capo, the itinerary includes numerous stops and stops to dive into the crystal-clear waters and practice snorkeling with the equipment mess provided by the captain. You'll begin the sailing with a stop at the Tonnara del Secco, and then head to the Zingaro Reserve, one of Sicily's most popular destinations.

The sailing continues to Scopello to admire its famous Faraglioni rocks and snorkel in the turquoise waters. You will make 3 bathroom stops of at least 30 minutes between Cala dell'Uzzo, Cala del Varo and the Faraglioni, chosen by the captain to avoid overcrowded places. Each stop will be accompanied by light refreshments on board, with sweets, pane cunzatu, pizza and drinks.

The boat trip lasts 4 hours and can be arranged on a shared or exclusive basis. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may vary.

Maximum capacity: 20 people.

Explore the Zingaro Nature Reserve and Tonnara dello Scopello on board a boat with friends and family and swim in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean to Sicily's most fascinating and hidden caves.

Departing from San Vito Lo Capo, you will visit the Saracen Towers, the Tonnara del Secco, and the Laghetto di Venere, with first swim stop at Cala 'Mpiso. Next, you will explore the Zingaro Nature Reserve and a second swim stop will be provided at Cala Dell'Uzzo. You will then continue to the historic Tonnara di Scopello with its Faraglioni rocks.

On board, typical fig cookies accompanied by almond marsala will be offered. Upon reaching Scopello, you will be served cunzato bread accompanied by white wine.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may change. The experience can be done in the morning or afternoon.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

Discover the most hidden bays of the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the Faraglioni of Scopello by dinghy. You can swim, snorkel the waters of Sicily and visit the village of Castellammare del Golfo in total relaxation with friends and family.

Departing from San Vito Lo Capo, the sailing will touch several stops, including Cala del Leone, Cala Bianca and Cala Rossa. You will also visit the Grotta degli Innamorati and the Blue Grotto among the many destinations chosen by the skipper. During the stops, you will be able to take a dip in the Mediterranean waters and practice snorkeling.

During the sailing, there will also be a stop in the village of Castellammare del Golfo, where you can walk around the town and enjoy typical Sicilian cuisine.

The excursion lasts a full day and can be arranged on a shared or exclusive basis. Stopovers may vary depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

The dinghy excursion to the Zingaro Reserve is an unmissable opportunity to visit the Sicilian coast from San Vito to the most fascinating coves such as Cala Bianca and Cala Rossa, as well as the renowned Faraglioni of Scopello.

Departing from the Diporto Nautico Sanvitese, the sailing continues to the Zingaro Reserve where you can admire the Saracen tower of Sciere, the Tonnara del Secco and other typical local attractions. Once in the reserve, stops are planned at Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo and the museum of maritime activities.

On the way, you will pass several coves, including Cala Marinella and Cala Berretta. The second stop is at the Faraglioni of Scopello, while the third stop is in Castellammare del Golfo, to explore its charming village. This is followed by final stops at Cala Bianca, ideal for snorkeling, and Cala Rossa. The tour includes an on-board lunch of Sicilian specialties.

The excursion is organized on a shared or exclusive basis and lasts a full day. The facility will directly provide you with the appropriate equipment to snorkel and admire the marine flora and fauna of Sicily.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.