About this tour
Spend eight hours sailing the Zingaro Reserve's turquoise waters from Balestrate, dropping anchor at secluded beaches and hidden inlets. Your crew navigates to sheltered spots perfect for swimming, then serves lunch on deck using seasonal Sicilian ingredients—think fresh pasta, local seafood, whatever the market offered that morning. Wine flows freely, soft drinks too. The whole setup caters to families and first-time sailors; even toddlers are welcome, and there's nothing strenuous about it.
Highlights
- Sail to hidden coves only reachable by boat
- Swim in protected waters of the nature reserve
- Lunch prepared with daily-caught Sicilian produce
- Local wine and aperitifs included throughout
- Scopello Tuna Boat viewpoint from the water
- Suitable for children from age two onwards
What to expect
You'll board at Balestrate port in the morning and head straight into the reserve. The crew—friendly and knowledgeable—picks a few spots based on conditions and how you're feeling. Expect to anchor, jump in, float about, then climb back aboard when hunger hits. Lunch arrives mid-day: proper food, not snack-bar fare, eaten at the rail with the coast in view. There's time to swim again before the sail back. It's gentle and paced, with plenty of lounging between activities.
Good to know
Bring a hat and sunscreen; the boat offers shade but midday sun reflects hard off water. Infants must stay on an adult's lap. Public transport serves the port. Service animals welcome. No physical fitness requirements—this is genuinely relaxed.
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.