The 4 Best Snorkeling Trips in Sicily

1.7 hours Boat trip to Lampedusa lunch, SUP and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 453 reviews · from $86Our pick

Join Pietro, Giuseppe, Marino, and the Sapore di Mare team for a seven-hour boat trip around Lampedusa. You’ll stop at La Tabaccara, swim near protected beaches when conditions permit, use SUP equipment, snorkel, and enjoy a generous lunch aboard a small boat limited to 15 people.

“Lampedusa is an island in the Mediterranean Sea. Lampedusa is an Italian island to the south of Italy, not far from the North African coast. It's famous for it's seafood; agriculture is an active source of vegetables. Lampedusa is a great place to dine. Boating is the best way to reRead more”

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2.Syracuse Boat Excursion with Snorkeling to the Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37Best value

Set out from Via Eritrea in Ortigia for a two-hour cruise along Syracuse’s coast. Skippers such as Carmelo, Enzo, Gianni, Corrado, and Michelangelo take you beneath the castle, into sea caves when conditions allow, and to calm swimming spots. Expect music, fruit, prosecco, and a relaxed boat ride for up to 15 people.

“Amazing experience! Water is clear, and staff was fantastic, snacks and champagne on the boat, and a beautiful view of the island.”

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3.Boat excursion in Cefalù and snorkeling 3 hours fruit and drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Cruise from Porto Presidiana along Cefalù’s coast, stopping at several swimming spots for snorkeling and sea views. The three-hour outing includes fruit, prosecco, beer, and soft drinks, with room for up to 14 people. Expect a relaxed boat ride rather than a guided marine tour, and bring care for the basic rear ladder.

“Boat tour cancelled when we arrived due to weather without any prior notice, only just told after travelling when we turned up. It's now been 6 days and STILL NO refund?? Do not recommend.”

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4.1-Day Cruise with Lunch and Snorkeling to Favignana from Marsala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Join Jonny and his crew at 9:00 am in Marsala for a full-day cruise to Favignana and Levanzo. Expect breakfast, four swim or snorkel stops, free snorkeling gear, time in Favignana town, Sicilian lunch, snacks, and a return around 5:30 pm. The boat carries no more than 20 people.

“Jonny and family took great care of us on their boat. We're so glad we chose this more intimate, personal trip over some of the big boats we saw. Generous food and drink, several swim stops, time to explore the town at Favignano plus views of the islands and Marsala.”

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