Castellammare del Golfo

Tours

Depart from Palermo and admire the wonderful colors of the sea during a trip to Sicily. Start from the main pick-up points in Palermo and reach Castellammare del Golfo, a small pearl of sailors from where the cruise departs. The boat leaves Castellammare port at 09:30. First discover the famous caves that rise from the sea, where the captain will accompany you. Resume navigation and enter inside the Zingaro Natural Reserve, 7 km long, where 7 dream beaches and coves alternate. Among these coves the most beautiful is Cala uzzo, where the boat stops. Swim in the spectacular waters of the Riserva dello Zingaro, a regenerating dip in crystal clear waters and numerous fish. Dock at 11:30 at the port of San Vito Lo Capo. Enjoy 4 hours of free time to discover the village and relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. San Vito is a really small city: the boat dock, the center and the beach are very close on foot (7 min). Have the chance to feel the fine white sands of the crescent-shaped beach between your toes and go for a swim in the clear, shallow waters. Visit the characteristic center with its colors and scents and taste the typical cous cous or try the "hot- cold" ice cream. Enjoy free time from 11:30 to 15:30. Return on board and, on the way back, make another stop for a swim at the picturesque Faraglioni of Scopello. Swim in front of the famous Tonnara and the rock formations, a unique place with a breathtaking view, that lets you experience the "Sicilian Dolce Vita". The return to the port of Castellammare del Golfo is at 5:30 pm. From here the comfortable transfer will depart to return to Palermo at 6:30 pm. The transfer is optional and costs only € 25.00 including the return trip. This rate does not apply to those arriving with their own means of transport.

Climb aboard your boat in Castellammare and prepare to discover the colors and fragrances of the Mediterranean. Admire the beautiful coastline as you depart, making your way to striking seaside locations. Stop to explore stunning beaches and bays, including Zingaro Reserve, Cala dell'Uzzo, and Faraglioni di Scopello. Visit the incredible Vicciria's Cave and the Cave of Lovers. Seize the chance to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters with fins, masks, and swimming aids provided. Relax underneath the boat's awning that covers three-quarters of the deck, offering shelter from the sun. Finally, make your way back to the starting point.

Discover the colors and fragrances of the Mediterranean on a boat trip from San Vito Lo Capo. Admire the beautiful coastline, and snorkel or swim in crystal-clear waters. Fins, masks, and various swimming aids are provided. Stop to explore stunning beaches and bays, including Zingaro Reserve, Cala dell'Uzzo, Faraglioni di Scopello, and Cala Rossa. Visit the incredible Lovers’ Cave and the Blue Cave. Wander through Castellammare del Golfo, a picturesque village, and taste delicious local dishes. The boat is equipped with an awning that covers three quarters of the deck, offering shelter from the sun. On the day of the tour, your skipper will decide the best route, depending on sea and weather conditions.

Palermo, San Vito Lo Capo and Castellammare, an earthly paradise that becomes even more extraordinary if you explore it from above. This picturesque coastal town in Sicily transforms into a living canvas of color and natural beauty. As you take flight you can admire the majesty of the Zingaro Nature Reserve, the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and the beach of San Vito Lo Capo. An expert instructor will guide you on this adventure. The pilot and passenger will discuss the details of the flight, including route highlights, weather conditions and safety instructions.

Pick up point from different areas and after a scenic 1.5-hour ride you'll arrive in the north-western part of the island at Castellammare del Golfo harbour, an unmissable jewel set in a gulf with turquoise waters and dominated by a promontory. Ride on a comfortable catamaran that can hold a maximum of 33 participants and immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of one of the most beautiful seaside areas in Sicily. During the ride you’ll have some stops for diving, snorkeling, enjoy the nature taking the sun and discover unknown corners and pristine beaches with breathtaking views. Marvel at Grotta delle Colombe, Cala Uzzo, Faraglioni di Scopello, and the Gypsy Nature Reserve. After 4 hours on the boat, return and free time in Castellammare del Golfo fenjoy for lunch and visiting the historic center. Ride back to Cefalù.

Board in Castellammare at 9:20 and set sail towards the beauty of the coast until you reach San Vito Lo Capo. Passage through the famous sea caves: admire these suggestive formations before sailing towards the Riserva dello Zingaro, where beaches and coves alternate. After a few minutes of sailing you enter the Zingaro Natural Reserve a 7 km long stretch of coast that is home to 7 magnificent coves. Meet Cala Uzzo, the largest and most beautiful bay of the Zingaro Reserve, and enjoy the opportunity to snorkel in its crystal clear waters. At 11:30 you dock in San Vito Lo Capo where you will have 4 hours, from 11:30 to 15:30, to explore the historic center full of scents and colors and to relax on the white sandy beach. From the pier, everything is within reach and can be reached on foot in 5 minutes. Taste the traditional couscous and the "hot cold" ice cream for lunch in the renowned restaurants of San Vito. Arriving by boat is the perfect opportunity to experience San Vito without having to worry about a car. Get back on board at 3:30 pm and on the way back take a regenerating swim in front of the splendid Faraglioni of Scopello and the famous Tonnara, an iconic location chosen by numerous film productions. Return to Castellammare at 5:30 pm.

Enjoy a day spent snorkeling and swimming in the serene waters of Sicily, making stops at Cala Bianca and Cala Rossa before diving with exotic fish by Faraglioni. Explore the village of San Vito Lo Capo and indulge in a traditional lunch. Discover the Lovers’ Cave in a nature reserve. Depart from the Castellammare del Golfo port for Cala Bianca at 10:00 am. Anchor in the crystalline cove and dive into the wonderful waters, before setting sail again for Scogliera di Cala Rossa. Make a stop at the coastal village of Scopello and keep an eye out for the impressive rock stacks called Faraglioni. Jump into the waves and snorkel above a seabed full of color, prized by scuba-divers. Depart at around 12:30 am for the port at San Vito Lo Capo. Spend time exploring the beach and the village influenced by Arab-Norman architecture. Take the chance to indulge in a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants. After lunch, cruise through the waves to the Réserve naturelle du Zingaro. Admire the old stone towers on the shoreline and the Mirror of Venus lake on your way to the nature reserve. Explore and practice snorkeling in the enchanting waters of the Cala dell’Uzzo in the Réserve naturelle du Zingaro. Discover the small, isolated beach within the Lovers’ Cave.  Say goodbye to the dancing fish as you travel to the pebble beach, Cala del Leone. Dive into the sea again and admire the landscape both above and below the water. Relax on board your boat, cruising back to the port of Castellammare del Golfo. Pass by and see the swimming spots you stopped at earlier in a different light.

Explore with us: along the journey, before arriving at the Zingaro reserve, you can admire in order: the beach of San Vito, Monte Monaco, the Saracen tower of the Sciere, the Tonnara del Secco, Cala Firriato, Lake Venus and the Saracen tower of the impact ('Mpisu). Once you arrive at the Zingaro reserve we will find Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo, later Cala dell'uzzo, a small white gravel beach and emerald green sea, an example of rare natural beauty with a breathtaking view and the cave of lovers where we will stop for A bathroom stop. Once left, during navigation we will meet the other coves of the reserve: Cala Marinella, Cala Berretta, Cala della Disco, Cala del Varo and Cala Capreria. Second stop: Tonnara di Scopello and Faraglioni A magical inlet, an ideal stretch of sea to spend moments of relaxation in a wonderful place suspended over time. Marinaro village dating back to 1200 protected by two medieval towers and repaired by imposing faraglioni. The third stop will take place in Cala Leone for another bathroom and to visit the two caves present.

Our tour will begin in the port of Castellammare del Golfo with embarkation at 09:00, then at 09:30 the visit of the coast will begin to offer a breathtaking show with the stupendous Vucciria, Madonnina and Colombi caves. The navigation will continue towards the Zingaro Reserve: a seven kilometer long string of pearls where rugged promontories, sheer cliffs, magnificent coves of pebbles and sand alternate which are reflected in an uncontaminated sea, always clear and calm and with composed tones. Cala Uzzo will welcome us where we can get off and stop for a swim in the wonderful crystalline waters. Leaving the Riserva dello Zingaro we will head towards the village of San Vito Lo Capo and, during navigation, the crew will offer you a small typical tasting consisting of "pane cunsatu", fruit, water and wine. You will have about 4 hours to visit the village, discover the beautiful beach and enjoy a delicious "cold heat". On the way back with the motorboat there will be a stop at the Faraglioni of Scopello where, in addition to immersing yourself in the splendid waters, you will have the opportunity to observe one of the most beautiful Sicilian tuna traps.

Renting our boats you can have fun exploring the whole coast: starting from Castellammare del Golfo and passing through Scopello, you can reach the renowned ZIngaro Reserve and the enchanting coast of San Vito lo Capo. In full respect of the rules, you will be able to drop anchor, dive and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of this blue sea that makes the landscape of the coast unique. You will be free to explore the many coves and still dive back for a refreshing swim surrounded by schools of colorful fish. You choose how and what to discover with the half-day or full-day tour. We are waiting for you to give you a wonderful experience along the coast of San Vito lo Capo!