SICILY · BOAT TOURS IN SYRACUSE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat tours in Syracuse worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Boat tour of Syracuse with Captain Mirko. Cruise Ortigia, enter marine caves, snorkel and swim, plus views under Umbertino Bridge.
“A great boat trip around syracuse to the caves. Mirko is really charming, although he only spoke italian. Well worth the money!”
See Ortigia’s marine grottos and the Arethusa spring from a boat, with a swim, snorkeling, Prosecco, and photo stops in 2 hours.
“Outstanding services, very professional guide. The sea trip was interesting, with beautiful sea moment, long enough and really pleasant 😊 Thanks for our Mickie”
2-hour Ortigia boat tour through Plemmirio Marine Protected Area with sea caves, Pillirina swimming, and snorkel masks included.
“Absolutely brilliant- Francesco was warm, funny and experienced! 9am tour we were the only 4 there. Plenty of time exploring the caves, national park and having a fantastic amount of swim time. Would recommend as a highlight of anyone’s visit.”
Guided boat tour around Ortigia in Syracuse, with sea caves and the heart-shaped cave, plus a Prosecco toast and time to swim.
“Very good value for money. Capitan was excellent in telling stories and cave were beautiful. Nice glass of prosecco on the end.”
Siracusa transparent boat tour with sea caves and a swim stop. See marine life below you in 50 minutes for $47.
“Very good and very cool experience with the Captain Stefano :-) Explainations were very clear and the trip was amazing !”
2-hour Ortigia sunset cruise with grotto stops, local antipasto, prosecco, swimming, and photos, ending under Umbertino Bridge.
“Michi was our AMAZING guide and he was chill and fun! OMG loved the food, drinks, and music! Thank you Michi!”
1-hour boat trip around Ortigia and Syracuse sea caves, with a swim stop, captain stories, and water included. From $23.
“It was a great trip, we loved every moment of it!”
1-hour boat tour of Ortygia and Syracuse Sea Caves, guided by skipper, with grottos like the Ear of Dionysius and a swim stop.
“I have mobility issues and it was a bit offputting to be told. We had to walk a further distance way past the yachts to get onto the boat. It was not at the designated meeting place as originally advised. Also, the guide was somewhat difficult to understand it was a nice experience on our first day shortly after arrival, we took the 7:00 PM timeslot which allowed Us to enjoy the evening sunset. Beautiful.”
Boat through Siracusa’s sea caves and Ortigia at sunset, with swims and a Sicilian aperitif plus Prosecco, led by local guides.
“This was the best part of our trip. I would recommend this highly to everyone. Antonino was a very good guide and the food was fabulous.”
4-hour boat trip in Syracuse with prosecco, a hearty on-board lunch, and multiple swimming stops around Ortigia and Plemmirio.
“Must do activity in Syracuse. The captain was amazing, couldn’t have asked for a better experience!”
1-hour Ortigia boat tour with live Italian/English narration, sea caves, swim break, and classic Syracuse views from the water.
“A very nice boat tour. Our skipper Nuncio was really kind!! I recommend for sure !”
A 2-hour Syracuse boat cruise around Ortigia, sea caves, canals, and Pillirina, with short swimming breaks and photo-worthy views.
“We had 2 hour boat tour at 10am today. It was the best experience we had in Syracusa. Ninni was very knowledgeable and caring! He stopped us twice for swimming spots (each spot with around 10-15min swimming)and showed us around lovely caves and sea coast. Listening to the history of the city while relaxing on the boat with beautiful views was just perfect. It was definitely worth the money and it is a shame we couldn't give him some tips after the tour as we didn't bring our wallets! Highly recommend :)”
2.5-hour boat picnic around Syracuse and Ortigia with sea caves, swim stops at Pillirina, Sicilian food, and Prosecco.
“Loved being on water and the caves and the marina. Picnic lunch was too much food and very low quality”
2-hour Syracuse boat tour from Ortigia to Plemmirio, with sea caves, major landmarks, and one or two swimming stops.
“Our guide was quite rude and singled out my husband and I several times as he was talking, to the point one of the other couples made a comment that he was picking on us. When we got out to swim the first time, he moved the boat 3 times and then was upset with all the passengers that we didn’t stay on the correct side of the boat, making the swim “dangerous.” But he moved the boat! Also I think having 1 linger swim vs 2 short ones would be more beneficial. This tour was quite expensive for what we did in 2 hours.”
One-hour Syracuse boat tour around Ortigia with sea cave stops, swims and snorkeling, heart-shaped grotto photos, and Arethusa fountain views.
“Molto piacevole, peccato che un’ora sia veramente poca”
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