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- Italian
The Tour takes us to the Faraglioni di Punta Ciriga, is suitable for everyone, lasts about 10 hours and can accommodate up to 12 occupants over the skipper.
Departure from the quiet nautical club of Avola, direction South. We will stop to admire the most beautiful stretches of the coast up to the southernmost point of Sicily and beyond, swim in quiet waters near the coves of Vendicari, snorkel in the cliffs rich in colors and fauna, dive to admire closely the Roman columns lying on the sea floor, visit the village of Marzamemi and have a selected aperitif on board with Sicilian sparkling wine and eating arancini, scones, fresh fruit, beer and soft drinks.
Main milestones: White rocks of Lido di Noto, Calamosche, Tonnara di Vendicari, Vendicari Island, Roman Columns, Capopassero Island, Octopus Cave, island of the currents, Faraglioni di Ciriga, Punta delle Formiche, Playa Carratois, Castello Tafuri, stop on land in Marzamemi.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Sicily Boats - Avola - Tour Rent Sport You will find us at the Nautical Club with the yellow and black striped metal gate, open, ask for Stefano(me), Sicily Boats. You can park outside for free.
Itinerary
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1
Departure from Avola, southbound, with a first stop at the White Rocks of Lido di Noto;
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Riserva di Vendicari
you will enter the Vendicari Nature Reserve through the magnificent areas of Eloro and Marianelli,
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
and then stop for a swim in front of the beach of Calamosche
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
the tour will continue in the heart of the reserve to admire the beautiful remains of the Vendicari trap with, immediately after, a stop at the white beach behind the island of Vendicari.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
You can then observe from the dinghy the 4 Roman columns dating back to the second century D.C, which are located about 5 meters deep near Marzamemi. Sicily Boats provides all participants with snorkeling equipment, i.e. fins, masks and snorkel.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The navigation will continue to the island of Capopassero where you can admire the Spanish fortress and where we will try to enter the cave of the octopus.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Isola delle Correnti
we will leave the Gulf of Noto and reach the southernmost point of Sicily, the island of the Currents, just where the two seas meet, the Sea of Sicily and the Ionian Sea
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
From here we will resume sailing west going to cut the small gulf and, after just six nautical miles, we will reach the Faraglioni of Punta Ciriga.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
After a few photos, snorkeling, swimming and relaxing, we will sail under the coast in front of Playa Carratois beach and reach the cliffs of Punta delle Formiche. We will take advantage of this stop to enjoy our aperitif by toasting with Sicilian sparkling wine and eating arancini, scones, fresh fruit, beer and soft drinks.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
returned to the Gulf of Noto, we will head to the enchanting Castello Tafuri, opposite the island of Capopassero, for some beautiful photographs and, above all, for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Caribbean colors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Marzamemi
We will then move to Marzamemi for a stop on land to visit the ancient village of sailors and, at your leisure, taste one of the many culinary specialties of the place or buy a souvenir.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
Finally, we will return to the port of departure in the late afternoon, after enjoying a magnificent sunset at sea.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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