Boat tour to Isola Bella and Giardini Naxos with aperitif
Highlights
- Explore Taormina's Isola Bella and its caves on a 3-hour tour
- Dive into beautiful waters to snorkel among fish and corals
- Relax and enjoy a delicious aperitif with typical Sicilian flavours
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Full description
Have you ever seen an elephant by the sea? No, we are not talking about a mirage from the Sicilian sun, but about the Scoglio dell'Elefante (Elephant Rock), one of the incredible natural sculptures you will encounter along the Taormina coastline!
Prepare to set sail on a 3-hour boat trip departing from Letojanni: you will visit legendary caves, swim in clear waters and admire the majestic silhouette of Mount Etna on the horizon.
And because in Sicily hospitality is sacred, there will be a tasty aperitif on board to toast the experience!
What we will do
The appointment is 15 minutes before the indicated time at the meeting point in Letojanni (ME) . Awaiting us will be the skipper, who will accompany us on our excursion to discover the pearls of the Ionian coast.
We will begin our navigation skirting the beaches of Letojanni and Taormina until we reach the splendid Baia delle Sirene. From there we will admire "U Puttichiu", an ancient fishermen's bay, and the famous Scoglio dell'Elefante. We will then continue to the luxurious Bay of Mazzarò and the famous Isola Bella, where we can stop for a dip in the sea and some snorkelling.
The tour will continue to the Grotta Azzurra, which we will enter, and the Grotta del Corallo, where we will see red coral, before reaching Capo Taormina with its spectacular Faraglioni. Once past the promontory 'Scoglio con la Croce' (Rock with the Cross) , the breathtaking view of Etna dominating the Bay of Giardini Naxos will open up before us. Finally, we will enter the Bay of Villagonia to visit the Grotta del Sole, also known as the Grotta dell'Amore, where the crew will tell us curious anecdotes about its name.
We will end the tour with a second stop for a swim right in front of the old Taormina-Giardini railway station. The staff will set up a buffet aperitif with typical Sicilian products, such as almond pastries, olives and various snacks, accompanied by prosecco, fresh fruit and soft drinks.
The activity will last a total of 3 hours and will end with the return to the starting point.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for all without age limits; children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The boat is not accessible for wheelchair users and persons with reduced mobility.
Other information
The activity takes place from May to October and is confirmed with a minimum number of 5 participants. The itinerary and stops may vary depending on weather and sea conditions.
The boat used is a 10-metre boat, equipped with cushions, sundeck, cabin with bathroom, fridge bar, freshwater shower, awning and stereo system. No shoes are worn on board.
In the event of food allergies or intolerances, please inform the organisers in advance at the contact details given in your confirmation e-mail.
Dogs are not allowed on board.
Free or paid parking spaces are available on site. The meeting point can be reached by public transport.
Recommended clothing
- Swimming costume
- Beachwear
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Letojanni, Messina
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is last minute. You get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
