Boat tour of the Bay of Naxos and Taormina with an aperitif
Highlights
- With the 2-hour boat tour in the Bay of Taormina you can enjoy an unforgettable experience.
- Explore the sola Bella nature reserve and the famous caves that characterise the area.
- Enjoy a relaxing swim, some snorkelling and a small aperitif on board.
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Full description
Make your holiday in Sicily unique with aboat trip along the coast of Giardini di Naxos and Taormina.
You will discover the most interesting sights in the area such as the Isola Bella nature reserve, known as the 'pearl' of the Ionian Sea, the Grotta Azzurra, the Grotta dell'Amore, the Fico rock and the Taormina stacks.
You can relax in the waves and refresh yourself during stops with a swim in the crystal-clear waters. Snorkelling enthusiasts will enjoy the rich underwater world of corals, colourful fish and even ancient Roman ruins.
The presence of the local guide will allow you to get to know the places in depth, learn about their history and origins. All that is missing on board is you. We are waiting for you!
What we will do
We will meet at the port of Giardini Naxos at the time selected during the booking process. After meeting the skipper and the local guide and boarding the boat, we will set off on our tour. We will head towards Taormina, to explore the Grotta dell'Amore and get close to the Faraglioni rocks.
We will enter the Isola Bella nature reserve, a marine park with crystal-clear waters that is home to the famous Grotta Azzurra, which can be visited weather permitting, and the Baia delle Sirene.
We will also visit the Grotta del Corallo (Coral Cave), the Baia di Mazzarò and the Baia di San Nicola, where we will make a 20-minute stop to enjoy a dip and a swim in the crystal-clear waters and explore the seabed, as well as some relics of Sicilian history such as the 400 BC Roman columns at Capo Taormina.
We will also enjoy a small onboard aperitif of prosecco and almond paste. Once the stop is over, we will return to the port of departure.
The excursion will last a total of 2 hours.
Who it is aimed at
Suitable for everyone, no age limit. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
Other information
The activity can be booked every day from March to November, weather permitting, and is confirmed with a minimum of 4 participants.
Pleasenote: it is necessary to arrive at the embarkation point 15 minutes before the indicated time.
The boat is a motor boat approximately 9 metres long and equipped with awning, shower, icebox with drinks and WC. Not wheelchair-accessible.
Dogs are not allowed on board.
Recommended clothing
Beachwear
Don't forget to bring
- Costume
- Snorkelling kit
- Beach towel
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.
