SICILY · SNORKELING
The 15 best snorkelling & swim stops you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
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!”
Small-group Catania sailing cruise with Cyclops Coast views, snorkeling at Lachea and Aci Trezza, plus Sicilian aperitif and SUP.
“It was great! Thank you Skipper for the ability to control this beautiful yacht for a moment 😎”
7-hour Lampedusa boat day with lunch, SUP, snorkeling, and multiple swimming coves, plus possible dolphins and turtles near the coast.
“We crossed from Florida to Italy on a cruise to Civitavecchia. From there we took a train to Naples and spent about a week in an Airbnb on the old town about a half mile from the train station. That was an enjoyable experience. The street was quit narrow yet had cars going Read more”
Small-group snorkeling from Giardini Naxos to Isola Bella and Taormina bays, with free gear, beginner help, and clear fish.
“Our guide was wonderful! The water was so blue- Sicily is a hidden gem for snorkeling! Will do again when we return!”
Marine biologist-led full-day Palermo snorkeling by boat with wetsuits, lunch, wine, and swim stops from Addaura to Capo Gallo.
“An excellent excursion and highly recommend. I thought I was just going on a boat ride but it was so much more. The guides got in the water with us and showed us all the wildlife and areas to explore. Lunch was excellent and having a small group experience made the day so much more enjoyable. I looked at several options and am really happy I booked this one.”
A 2-hour Taormina boat tour from Giardini Naxos with snorkeling, Prosecco, fruit, sea cave stops, and White Lotus filming views.
“Good price for the activity, fruit and Prosecco on board, very kind and funny staff, nice swimming area. Would recommend 100%.”
3-hour Cefalù coastal cruise with 3 snorkeling stops, a small-boat ride, and a Sicilian aperitif with limoncello. From $51.24.
“We had so much fun on this boat ride! We saw the coast, had opportunities to swim, and a great snack afterwards. Our guide was lovely and very helpful to everyone on board!”
Taormina boat tour with snorkeling off Isola Bella, plus an on-board aperitif with Prosecco, wine, snacks, and skipper stories, in 2 hours.
“A fun boat trip for a couple of hours which included some time for swimming and snorkelling. My only suggestion is to include the name of the bus stop to use to get to the beach. Most of us arrived and weren't sure we were in the right place!”
Shared Palermo boat tour with aperitivo and snorkeling, modern boats, cave swims, snacks and music, 4 hours on the sea.
“Best boat trip ever. They go the extra mile with full speed. Don’t hesitate. Book this one ❤️”
2-hour Giardini Naxos boat trip to Isola Bella with snorkeling, solarium relaxation, snacks, and Taormina coastline views.
2-hour boat tour from Giardini Naxos to Isola Bella and the Blue Grotto, with snorkeling, dolphins, and a sunset aperitif.
“Un moment inoubliable avec un capitaine au top — attentionné, drôle et vraiment génial avec les enfants 👏 Pause baignade, explications avec références cinéma, apéro fruits frais et prosecco … tout simplement parfait Une expérience à ne pas manquer pour découvrir Taormine autrement !”
A 4-hour luxury private-boat tour from Palermo with snacks, music, and snorkeling in Gulf of Mondello and Capo Gallo caves.
“I recently had the pleasure of going on a boat excursion that was truly unforgettable, thanks to the amazing Gaspare. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of fantastic. His enthusiasm was infectious, and it was clear that he genuinely loves what he does. From the moment we set sail, it was clear we were in capable hands. He had amazing music and a personality that made everyone on the boat feel included and lively. We also appreciated the detailed touches that made the excursion special, such as the delicious refreshments and the attentive, personalized service. He skipper went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a…”
Snorkel the volcanic coastline near Catania in the protected waters of Isole Ciclopi, spotting basalt formations and marine life with a guide.
“The activity was shorter than expected. According to the description, it was 3 hours of activity and everything was done in less than 1 hour 30 minutes.”
Private Cefalù boat tour with snorkeling, GoPro photos to your phone, and an aperitif with local snacks on a modern boat.
“Our guide, Gian Filippo, was phenomenal!! He kept in touch with us and let us know ahead of time that bad weather was coming, so we rescheduled our trip for an earlier time. He was very careful to take us to safe areas and was a great navigator. He treated us to a wonderful bottle of Prosecco accompanied by an amazing melon from the area that we enjoyed while listening to great music!! It was a perfect outing and we all enjoyed it tremendously!!”
4-hour Palermo coast boat tour with snorkeling, aperitivo, and cave stops at Grotta dell'Olio and Grotta della Regina, small group.
“Swimming in the beautiful surroundings was so refreshing and fun. Stefano was a great skipper and guide. We had a generous aperitivo and overall it was a very enjoyable experience! Recommend wholeheartedly!”
Every kind of day out on the island, and the best of each.
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