Sailing boat excursion to the Riserva dello Zingaro and Scopello from Castellammare del Golfo. Half-day tour.

If you’re looking for an intense sea experience but have limited time, our half-day sailing boat tour from Castellammare del Golfo is the perfect choice. In just 4 hours, we’ll take you to the most iconic spots along the coast, such as the Faraglioni di Scopello and the Tonnara Florio, Cala dell’Uzzo, Cala del Varo, Cala Bianca, Grotta della Vucciria, and Grotta degli Innamorati.

You can choose between two departure options to fit your schedule:

Morning Tour: Departure at 10:00 AM to enjoy the fresh sea. Return at 2:00 PM.
Afternoon Tour: Departure at 2:30 PM to experience the warm colors of the afternoon. Return at 6:30 PM.

During the sailing tour, the skipper will advise and choose the best stops according to the wind, ensuring the smoothest navigation and calmest waters. While you enjoy the boat ride, we’ll share stories and secrets of the coast known only to sea professionals, in Italian or English. During the stops, you’ll have snorkeling equipment to explore the seabed of the Reserve, or you can simply relax on deck, soaking up the sun with music in the background.

This excursion is designed for those who want a short experience without missing the magic of sailing. With a small number of guests on board (maximum 12), you’ll enjoy a niche adventure alongside others who want to experience the sea and sailing just like you.

Book your half-day sailing tour to live an unforgettable experience between the blue waters of Sicily and the gentle breeze of the wind.

Daily program

A sailing boat itinerary to Riserva dello Zingaro designed for those who love authentic sea experiences, available both in the morning and afternoon, departing from Via D.L. Zangara.

• Departure and Check-in: Check-in at 9:30 AM (for the morning) or 2:00 PM (for the afternoon). We set sail towards the wild nature of the coast.

• Stop at Cala Bianca and Snorkeling: The first stop takes us to Cala Bianca. Here, the deep seabeds are a paradise for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts, surrounded by a marble coastline of rare beauty.

• Stop at Scopello and the Charm of the Tonnara: We’ll admire the Faraglioni di Scopello directly from the sea. You can dive where legend says Ulysses once stopped, admiring the historic 13th-century Tonnara, made famous by the Florio family.

• Route to the Riserva dello Zingaro and Cala dell’Uzzo: We’ll sail past the five Saracen towers and the Lake of Venus. Cala dell’Uzzo will be explored during a stop — a magical place where nature expresses its fullest essence — and we’ll visit the enchanting Grotta degli Innamorati.

• Stop at Cala del Leone and Grotta Blu: Before returning, we’ll stop at Cala del Leone to admire the lion-shaped rock and the turquoise reflections of the Grotta Blu, the perfect setting for the day’s last swim.

• Return to the Port: After bidding farewell to the Reserve, we return to the Marina of Castellammare del Golfo at 2:00 PM or 6:30 PM, accompanied by the sky’s shades that only sailing can make truly unforgettable.