Where to Sail: the 4 Best Island Boat Trips in Sicily

1.Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 937 reviews · from $23Our pick

Cruise around Ortigia with a skipper such as Otto, Ottavio, or Ninni, passing the Arethusa Spring, Castello Maniace, Syracuse’s ports, and coastal caves. You’ll hear commentary in English or Italian, enter narrow waterways, and usually have time for a swim stop. Bring a towel and swimwear.

“Tons of fun! Got a beautiful view of Ortigia and the caves and had some fun facts from our guide Otto. Would highly recommend”

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2.Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 407 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Join Syracuse Excursion at Via Senatore Giuseppe Maielli 4 for a small-boat ride around Ortigia, with sea caves, coastal views, Castle Maniace, local history, and a possible swim stop. Guides such as Ninni, Nunzio, and Mattia are praised for humor and useful tips, though cave access depends on sea conditions.

“It was so much fun ! Great company we rode in a boat with like 15 people went into the caves ! Saw the beautiful water and sites for ,1 hour I would do it again great tour .”

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3.Egadi Islands Tour Favignana Levanzo by Boat with Lunch from Trapani

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 246 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $120

Cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo on an eight-hour boat trip with swimming stops, cave visits, an hour ashore, lunch, drinks, and snacks. You’ll see Cala Azzurra, Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, Cala Minnola, and more. The advertised language is English, though it is wise to confirm this before booking.

“It was an unforgettable experience and the highlight of our holiday in San Vito Lo Capo. The crew was super kind and welcomed everyone (from 4-74 years) very warmly. The food and beverages were above standard. Keep up the good work”

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4.Ortigia Island and Sea Caves Boat Tour with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Cruise around Ortigia Island with the 18 Isola Bella crew, viewing Maniace Castle, Fonte Aretusa, and coastal caves from the sea. You get photo stops, a short swim in cool spring and salt water, and one glass of Prosecco. The tour is offered in English, though onboard commentary may also use recorded multilingual information.

“Super friendly captain, ideal stop for bath and glass of wine ideal, fully advisedAuto-translated”

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