Day trip by boat to Isola Bella and Giardini Naxos
Highlights
- Set sail from Giardini-Naxos for a day of boating among caves and islets
- Dive into the transparent waters of Sicily during bathing stops
- Discover Isola Bella, Mazzarò and the fascinating caves along the coast
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Full description
Let yourself be seduced by a boat trip through the incredibly turquoise waters of Taormina and Giardini Naxos.
An experienced skipper will guide you to discover the most beautiful bays and sea caves in the area, such as the Bay of Giardini Naxos and the striking Blue Grotto.
But the dream places don't end here: explore the world-famous Isola Bella and dive into the enchanting beach of Mazzarò. Get ready to explore them all in a day of sea and relaxation that is hard to forget!
What we will do
Departure is at 10:00 am from Giardini-Naxos (ME). We will be there by 9.30 a.m., so that we have time to meet the skipper and the rest of the small group (up to 12 people) and sit on board the boat.
We will start sailing until we reach our first stop, the Grotta degli Innamorati, where we will have our first swim. We will continue the tour by anchoring at Isola Bella, a natural jewel surrounded by an incredibly clear sea, where we will have 2 hours to visit the beautiful islet and have lunch (lunch not included).
In the afternoon, we will head for the Grotta dell'Amore (Cave of Love), which takes its name from its heart shape and overlooks the Bay of Giardini-Naxos, offering one of the most romantic and evocative views of the coastline. Here, too, we will have the opportunity to dive for a second swim of about 30 minutes.
We will then depart towards Baia delle Sirene and Baia di Mazzarò, two more unmissable moments for swimming and snorkelling. The last stop before returning will be the Grotta Azzurra, for a final swim!
The return to Giardini-Naxos is scheduled for around 18:00.
Who it is aimed at
This activity is open to everyone, with no age limit. Children aged 0 to 3 years participate free of charge.
Other information
This activity can be carried out from May to October, depending on weather and sea conditions, and is confirmed when there are at least 8 participants.
Depending on availability, the excursion can be carried out on state-of-the-art motor boats or 10-metre rubber dinghies. All boats are equipped with every comfort, including awnings for shelter from the sun.
Dogs are not allowed on board.
The day's programme may be subject to change depending on the weather.
Recommended clothing
- Beachwear
- Swimming costume
Don't forget to bring
- Towel
- Sun cream
- Sunglasses
- Cap
- Camera
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
Giardini-Naxos, Messina
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 5 days from the activity start date. Within 4 and 3 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. 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.
