Boat tour of Scilla and Torre Faro departing from Scilla
Highlights
- Board a motor boat and cross the Strait of Messina starting from Scilla
- Discover Scilla's most fascinating spots, from the Ulysses rock to the Chianalea district
- Reach Torre Faro and take a swim at the point where the Ionian and Tyrrhenian seas merge together
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Full description
Set sail from Scilla to cross the Strait of Messina and reach Sicily on a 2½-hour boat tour.
In the first part of the excursion you'll skirt the most beautiful corners of Scilla, from the fishing district of Chianalea to the Ulysses Rock, from the beach of Marina Grande to the Ruffo Castle.
Then you will plunge into the atmosphere of Torre Faro, an ancient fishing village near Messina, with a wonderful beach washed by an uncontaminated sea. A dive will be a must!
What we will do
We will meet at the port of Scilla, where our boat is waiting for us.
First, we will head for the fishermen's district of Chianalea, which is considered a sort of Venice thanks to its narrow alleyways heading towards the sea that are very reminiscent of the canals in the lagoon city. Immediately afterwards, we will skirt the Ulysses rock and the promontory overlooking the sea on which stands the majestic Ruffo Castle.
We will then continue sailing towards the beautiful beach of Marina Grande, the Costone Tre Croci and the suggestive Punta Pacì, also known as the Sirens' Beach, with its cliffs covered in thick vegetation.
After leaving Punta Pacì, we will move on to the Sicilian side of our excursion. We will head, in fact, to Torre Faro, on the north-eastern tip of Sicily. This is a very old seaside village, whose origins date back to the 1700s.
The town's beach is considered one of the most beautiful in the region, with the Capo Peloro sandy shore alternating between sand and pebbles and a sea so pristine that it is the habitat of several protected species. It is here that we will make our bathing stop for a dip in the stretch of water that separates Calabria from Sicily.
Once the swim is over, we will turn back to Scilla. The excursion will last a total of 2½ hours.
Who it is aimed at
The tour is suitable for everyone and recommended from 8 months of age. Children aged 0 to 5 years participate free of charge: notify the skipper of their presence after booking confirmation.
The boat is not accessible to wheelchairs and persons with reduced mobility.
Other information
The tour runs from June to October and is confirmed with a minimum of 5 people.
The itinerary may vary depending on weather and sea conditions.
Depending on the number of participants and availability, one of the following boats may be used for the excursion
- 7-metre motor gozzo with awning, cushions and ladder;
- 10-metre motor launch with awning, shower and stern platform.
Upon request, it is possible to take a small dog on board. Contact the skipper at the contact details given in the booking confirmation email to check availability.
Recommended clothing
- Swimming costume
- Clothing suitable for the season
Don't forget to bring
- Beach towel
- Sun cream
- Cap
What is included
How it works
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Meeting point
Scilla, Reggio Calabria

Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
Se hai effettuato una prenotazione a data fissa e le condizioni meteo non sono idonee allo svolgimento dell’attività in sicurezza (secondo il parere esperto della guida), ti sarà rimborsato l’intero importo pagato. La guida potrebbe proporti una data o un orario alternativi in cui svolgere l’attività. Puoi liberamente scegliere se accettare o meno queste proposte. Se non puoi recuperarla, procederemo al rimborso totale!\n Se hai fissato la data del tuo Voucher Regalo e il maltempo non ha permesso lo svolgimento dell’attività, il Voucher rimane regolarmente valido fino alla data di scadenza indicata sullo stesso.\n
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.
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