The 7 Best Sicily Island Hopping Tours

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

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

Spend one hour circling Ortigia with a skipper such as Otto, Ninni, or Ottavio, hearing stories in English or Italian. You’ll pass under bridges, enter Syracuse’s large and small ports, visit sea caves, see the Arethusa Spring and Castello Maniace, and usually have time for a swim.

“Otto was the best! We had a wonderful time! Very happy we did it- worth every penny seeing ortiga and Syracuse from a different perspective! Thank you”

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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

Circle Ortigia by boat, view Castello Maniace and Siracusa from the water, enter sea caves when conditions allow, and pause for a short swim. English-speaking guides may include Ninni, Nunzio, Mattia, or Leticia. Boats hold up to 30 people, with smaller boats also used.

“This was a great experience. Captain Ninni was a sure hand at the tiller and everyone on the boat had an unforgettable experience.”

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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

Spend about eight hours cruising from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo with Anna Maria and Francesco. Swim at Cala Azzurra, Cala Rossa, Cala Fredda, and Cala Minnola, visit sea caves, eat Sicilian pasta and bread cunzato, and enjoy drinks on board.

“Very very nice trip, was a lot of fun with Anna-Maria and Francesco. There was really good food and a lot at that. Can recommend!”

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4.Syracuse Boat Excursion with Snorkeling to the Sea Caves

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

From Via Eritrea in Ortigia, board a small-group boat for a two-hour coastal ride with swimming stops, sea caves, and a visit inside a stalactite cave when conditions allow. Skippers such as Carmelo, Enzo, Gianni, and Corrado add music, fruit, Prosecco, and local character. Ask for snorkeling gear at the office.

“Piacevolissima escursione, affidati alla maestria del nostro Comandante Corrado, in un luogo incantevole”

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5.Sailing to Cyclops Islands Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $138

Set sail from Club Nautico Catania with a small group of up to 10 people. Your crew will show you basic sailing skills as you cruise past Aci Trezza, Aci Castello, Ognina, and Mount Etna. Lunch, drinks, snacks, and time for a swim are included.

“A wonderful crew, beautiful day, delicious meal, and gorgeous water. The captain and first mate made us feel so comfortable and were very accommodating.”

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6.From Trapani: Egadi Islands Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 23 reviews · from $130

Set out from Trapani with an experienced skipper and English or Italian guide for an eight-hour cruise around Favignana and Levanzo. Swim at Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, Bue Marino, and Cala Minnola, visit Favignana village, and enjoy water, drinks, and snorkeling gear on board.

“Great experience, the crew is very attentive. We loved discovering the landscapes and enjoying swimming in the different stopping places offered. The day is very well organized, we have time to enjoy but without getting bored. The tastings of local wines and fruits are a real plus very appreciable. We highly recommend this experience!”

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7.Marettimo: Island Speedboat Tour with Cave Visits & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Set out from Il Corallo in Marettimo for a three-hour speedboat circuit around Sicily’s westernmost Aegadian Island. Visit eight caves, including Grotta del Cammello, stop to swim and snorkel, and enjoy a small-group trip with an English or Italian guide. Water is included, but bring your own mask.

“Výlet loďou okolo ostrova bol skvelý. Návšteva zátok a jaskýň v ktorych sa dalo plávať nabrala s potapacskou maskou novy rozmer a šnorchlovanie v týchto jaskyniach s nádhernou vodou kde vidíte až hlboko na dno bolo dychberúce. Toľko odtienov vody mora sme nikdy nevideli. Kapitán loď ovládal aj v jaskyniach 100% ne má to v oku. Bohužial náš nevedel po anglicky a ostatní účastníci boli taliani tak bolo všetko v taliancine ale sem tam nám niečo preložili. Určite odporúčame.”

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