During the boat tour Taormina you will see:

This scenic boat tour takes you along the most enchanting parts of the Ionian coast, revealing hidden bays, sea caves, and historical landmarks that tell the story of Sicily’s rich past.

We begin in the Bay of Giardini Naxos, with stunning views of Mount Etna and the coastline. As we cruise, you’ll spot the elegant Spuches building, a relic of noble Sicilian heritage. Passing by Cape Naxos, you’ll see the statue of the Nike of Samothrace, symbolizing the first Greek colony in Sicily.

One of the highlights is the Cave of the Day (Grotta del Giorno) – beautifully lit by natural sunlight and historically used by local fishermen as shelter. We continue toward Capo Taormina, an impressive rocky headland above the Faraglioni del Capo, a dramatic stretch between the bays of Naxos and Isola Bella.

Arriving at Isola Bella, a protected nature reserve and jewel of the Mediterranean, you can admire its crystal-clear waters and unique landscape. There’s time for a refreshing swim or to simply relax on the boat.

Nearby lies the famous Blue Cave (Grotta Azzurra), where sunlight reflects on the seabed, creating magical blue and coral-red tones in the water. Where conditions allow, the captain will carefully navigate the boat inside the cave for a closer look – though please note this is always dependent on sea currents and safety.

The tour continues along the peaceful Bay of Mazzarrò and the historic Bay of San Nicola, an ancient Roman port, before reaching the tranquil Spisone Bay, an ideal spot to enjoy the final stretch of your journey.

Details of the boat tour in Taormina

In addition to enjoying all these wonderful natural beauties, with the boat tour in Taormina you can also have a swim of about 20 minutes to cool off yourself in the crystal clear water.

Are you a snorkel enthusiast? In these 20 minutes you can also put on your goggles and snorkel. (we recommend to bring your own goggles if you have them!).

• Departure: 09.30 am or 2.30 pm
• Arrive: 15/20 minutes before departure
• Period: from April to October

This boat tour is a shared excursion, with a maximum of 12-15 people on the boat. It is also possible to organize a private tour (ask for availability if you are interested).

Enjoy the sun shining on your skin, the sea spray against the boat and the beauty of the coast of Taormina and Giardini Naxos during the tour!

• Starting point Giardini Naxos
• Departure time 09.30 am or 2.30 pm
• Meeting time 15/20 minutes before
• Total duration: Around 2 hours

Price and availability

• Adults: €35.00 per person
• Children 6-11 years: €17.50 per person
• Children 0-5 years: free

Pianoprovenzana only works with partners that it knows personally and whose service is top notch. This way we can guarantee 100% satisfaction!

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What to bring

For this boat tour, we recommend wearing your swimsuit underneath light and comfortable beachwear. You’ll have the opportunity to swim, so it’s useful to be ready without needing to change clothes on board.

Don’t forget to bring:

• A towel to dry off after a swim
• Sunscreen to protect yourself from the Sicilian sun
• A sun hat or cap and sunglasses for extra comfort
• Your own snorkel and mask, if you’d like to explore the clear waters around Isola Bella

Optional: a light windbreaker or cover-up, especially for late afternoon departures when the sea breeze can feel cooler.

Travel light, but smart — and be ready to enjoy the sun, sea, and spectacular scenery!

• Swimsuit
• Comfortable beachwear
• Hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Towel
• Snorkel gear

Alternative: sunset & dolphins!

You can also do this excursion in the evening (€ 45,00 per person). Then in addition to the above things, you will also see the sunset. And in addition, at the end of the tour you will go to the open sea to spot dolphins! Also included in this excursion is a small apericena with prosecco, water and arancini. More info: Sunset and Dolphin Boat Tour.

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