About this tour
Spend six hours sailing the Sicilian coast from Taormina, moving between limestone cliffs and hidden anchorages. Stop to snorkel in turquoise bays, explore the Blue Grotto's submarine light show, and pull up near Isola Bella. Your skipper ferries the boat's steady pace with local context while you graze on Sicilian charcuterie and fresh fruit. Lunch features either caught fish or vegetarian plates, paired with prosecco or regional wine. The boat itself—equipped with sunbathing deck, shade, and a working fridge—becomes your floating base for the day.
Highlights
- Snorkel above submerged rock formations and smaller grottos
- Blue Grotto: witness refracted sunlight illuminating cave walls
- Isola Bella anchorage with optional shoreside walk
- Fresh-caught fish lunch with Sicilian wine or prosecco
- Skipper shares fishing-village stories and coastal geology
- Leather-cushioned lounging on substantial sun deck
What to expect
The boat departs Taormina and heads south, hugging the coastline rather than heading to open sea. You'll motor between headlands, dropping anchor at two or three snorkelling spots where the water stays shallow enough to see the seabed clearly. Bring a rash guard or lightweight cover if sun sensitivity bothers you; shade exists but space fills quickly at midday. Lunch arrives around hour four—cold platters spread across a shaded table, wine poured without ceremony. The return cruise takes the scenic route back, timing arrival for late afternoon.
Good to know
Snorkelling gear supplied; bring your own if you prefer it fitted. Sea state can be choppy in winter; summer (June–September) offers calmer conditions. Canoes and SUP boards cost extra. Not suitable for spinal, cardiovascular, or mobility concerns. Infants sit on adult laps; no separate seating. Public transport reaches the departure point easily.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.