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Boat Tour from Catania to the Cyclops Riviera with Lunch

5.0 (6 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation
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Boat Tour from Catania to the Cyclops Riviera with Lunch

About this activity

Discover the east coast of Sicily with an exclusive full-day sailing experience departing from Catania, to the Cyclops Islands Marine Protected Area of Aci Trezza. You will sail between lava cliffs and crystal clear waters, with panoramic stops under the Norman Castle of Aci Castello and in front of the famous Faraglioni of Aci Trezza.

Stops are provided for swimming and snorkeling in the clear waters of the marine reserve. On board you will find complete equipment (masks, fins and protective jackets). Mooring (authorized) will take place within the protected marine area.

The experience includes a full lunch served on board with typical Sicilian appetizer and first course of fresh fish of the day (subject to availability of the catch),

For those who wish, it is possible to get off at Aci Trezza for a short walk or rent a pedal boat to explore the Island of the Cyclops on your own.

Sailing Day Trips Full-day Tours Private and Luxury Romantic Tours Lunch Cruises Water Tours Small Group
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At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 9 people
People per booking
1–9
Guide
English, Italian
Operated by
Piper Sail Catania

Ages: Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Alcoholic beverages: Wine, beer or soft drink depending on availability
  • Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Included: Lunch on board based on typical products, with appetizer and first course based on fish

Not included

  • Not included: Towels on board

Itinerary

  1. Castello Normanno

    Passing by

    During the navigation, we will stop in front of the Norman Castle of Aci Castello, to allow you to take a relaxing bath and take suggestive photos from the boat.

  2. I Faraglioni Di Aci Trezza

    Passing by

    During the navigation, we will make a panoramic stop near the imposing stacks of Aci Trezza.

  3. Area Marina Protetta Isole Ciclopi

    30 min Admission not included

    The boat is authorized to moor at the Marine Protected Area of the Cyclops Islands. Once moored, you can decide whether to go down and visit the fishing village of Aci Trezza, or rent a pedal boat (optional and not included in the price).

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • You can meet the skipper in front of the Caffè del Porto, inside the Port of Catania.

End point

  • You can meet the skipper in front of the Caffè del Porto, inside the Port of Catania.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Not recommended for travellers with mobility problems

  • Not recommended for travellers suffering from seasickness

Traveller ratings

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