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Palermo Snorkeling: Beaches & Sicilian Delights
4.9
156 Ratings
Città metropolitana di Palermo
Embark on a full day boat excursion to Palermo and explore the stunning Virgin Mary, Mondello, Addaura, and Queen’s cave. Enjoy crystal clear waters, relaxation, and good music while being pampered by our staff. Plus, get the chance to use a submarine water scooter for snorkeling. Book now!
Embark on a full day boat excursion to Palermo and explore the stunning Virgin Mary, Mondello, Addaura, and Queen’s cave. Enjoy crystal clear waters, relaxation, and good music while being pampered by our staff. Plus, get the chance to use a submarine water scooter for snorkeling. Book now!
Duration:
6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Spiaggia Vergine Maria - First stop at Vergine Maria beach for snorkeling and photos
- Isola Delle Femmine - In the fourth stop, at the Isola delle Femmine (nature reserve), you can photograph the ancient women’s prison, snorkel and have lunch with our baked pasta.
- Spiaggia di Mondello - The famous Mondello Beach is the second stop,…
- Spiaggia Vergine Maria - First stop at Vergine Maria beach for snorkeling and photos
- Isola Delle Femmine - In the fourth stop, at the Isola delle Femmine (nature reserve), you can photograph the ancient women’s prison, snorkel and have lunch with our baked pasta.
- Spiaggia di Mondello - The famous Mondello Beach is the second stop, offering the renowned Sicilian aperitif
- Riserva Naturale di Capo Gallo - The third stop is Capogallo, a natural reserve ideal for photos and snorkeling
- Grotta della regina - The fifth stop is at the Grotta della Regina, where you can take a last dip and enjoy our authentic Sicilian cannoli, filled on the spot by our captain
What's Included
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Boat selection by captain based on participants
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Boat selection by captain based on participants
What's Not Included
- Carbonated beverages
- For a special occasion, give yourself an unforgettable moment: flowers and cake on request for you.
- Carbonated beverages
- For a special occasion, give yourself an unforgettable moment: flowers and cake on request for you.
Additional Information
Embark on a distinctive 6.5-hour journey through the stunning waters of Palermo. Set sail at 09:30 from Marina Yachting (Trapezoidal Pier) and return by 16:00.
The Itinerary:
- Virgin Mary Beach: The first stop for snorkeling and capturing photos.
- Mondello Beach: Enjoy an aperitif with Aperol Spritz for adults, Coca Cola for children,…
Embark on a distinctive 6.5-hour journey through the stunning waters of Palermo. Set sail at 09:30 from Marina Yachting (Trapezoidal Pier) and return by 16:00.
The Itinerary:
- Virgin Mary Beach: The first stop for snorkeling and capturing photos.
- Mondello Beach: Enjoy an aperitif with Aperol Spritz for adults, Coca Cola for children, and savor local street food such as sfincione, arancine, panelle, and croquettes.
- Capo Gallo Reserve: Unwind and have lunch on board with delicious Sicilian baked pasta.
- Cave of the Queen: Take a final swim and relish Sicilian cannoli espresso prepared by the captain.
Included Services: Unlimited water and snorkeling gear, including underwater scooters, noodles, and masks. Optional extras include wine, beer, and prosecco. Vegan and gluten-free options are available upon request with 24-hour notice.
Sail aboard either Lady Grace (vintage style, accommodating up to 8 people) or Baloo (modern, accommodating up to 18 people). The captain will select the ideal boat for your comfort. Departure is guaranteed with a minimum of 3 to 4 participants. Stops may vary based on weather conditions to ensure maximum safety.
- It is mandatory to carry identification documents with you during the entire journey.
Location
Palermo in Boat
Enter the trapezoidal Marina Yachting Pier in Palermo and wait in front of the Ciurma restaurant
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(156 Ratings)
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Jakegl6872nr
Sep 30, 2025
Perfect Day on the Water - Fantastic experience and would highly recommend! This tour company is family run & owned and it shows. They took care of every detail and made sure, throughout the day, that everyone was enjoying themselves. Great food and drinks, too. Really could not have asked for anything more, would book with them again.
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James
Sep 9, 2025
It was a great time. I highly recommend. - A very good time with good people. Enjoy the sea of Palermo knowing you will be completely relaxed and enjoy every minute.
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Giuseppepz8655xa
Jul 30, 2025
The best boat tour in Palermo - A full-day boat tour of Palermo is an unforgettable experience. Sailing along the stunning Sicilian coast, you'll admire crystal-clear waters, secluded bays, and breathtaking views. The boat offers comfort and ideal spaces for relaxing in the sun or shade. Stops for swimming and snorkeling in secluded coves make the experience even more captivating. The crew is friendly and professional, ready to share interesting facts about local history and culture. Lunch is often served on board, featuring fresh and flavorful Sicilian specialties. A perfect activity for those who love the sea and want to discover Palermo from a unique perspective.
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Travelcpk2048
Jul 1, 2025
Book this excursion!!! You won’t regret it! - This was the highlight of our trip to Palermo! Angela and her son were so nice and welcoming upon arrival! We were with one other lovely couple on the boat and had an amazing day on the water! I will never forgert the refreshing swims in the Mediterranean water, the incredible views and the spectacular hospitality. Angela prepared some amazing traditional Sicilian cuisine for us to enjoy throughout the day and had fresh water ready whenever someone looked a little parched. What an operation! Hats off to the family run Palermo Experiences for putting together such an incredible day. Well worth the money and a great way to escape the crowds and heat of the city. Next time I come back I will be booking this trip again!
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Ursula
Jun 28, 2025
Fantastic day out - We had an amazing trip. The attention to detail was amazing and the team went out of their way to make sure we had a great day. Highlight for me were the freshly made cannoli on board. Make sure you go hungry. There is so much food.
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Lemasteb
Jun 13, 2025
Fantastic experience - This was such a fantastic experience. My wife and our three nieces ( ages 25, 18 and 17) booked this experience directly through the Palermo Experiences website. Of our 10 day Italian trip, it was our favorite day. The evening prior they send you a text with an easy to follow video showing you how to get to the meeting point. Angela then met us right on time. She and Luca were the ultimate hosts. In total we were 8 people along with a solo traveler and a young couple on their honeymoon. Plenty of space to spread out. We made four stops where we had opportunity to snorkel or use the underwater scooter. Or just drift on a noodle. Angela and Luca fed us several times and drinks were plentiful. Everything was delicious. In the end we were surprised with a celebratory bottle of wine to commemorate our 24th wedding anniversary. Such a lovely day and lovely company. 10 out of 10 recommend.
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M
Jun 11, 2025
Best boat trip ever!! - Went out on a full day of fun and swimming in the most amazing blue waters, celebrating my daughter’s birthday. The four of us girls had the most amazing time and were lucky enough to be the only ones on the boat! The hosts were everything we could have asked for, so generous of themselves and shared some great laughs with us.
Delicious Aperol Spritz, street food, lunch finished off with an aperitif and cannoli. Four stops for swimming and fun in the clearest of waters, I would highly recommend this trip, it was the highlight of my daughter’s trip to Palermo.
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Sheilaas7210oz
Nov 6, 2024
Excellent! Must go - Excellent swimming, views, food, wine. Angela the skipper is very kind and caring. The spots she took us to are beautiful. Highly recommend
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201shilans
Oct 15, 2024
A must do! - Amazing boat trip! The crew was wonderful and so was the food and snacks provided. They gave us the best cannoli that I have tried in Italy so far! The boat and views were amazing and they also provided us with snorkeling gear, a water scooter, and printed out a picture of us with a keychain as keepsake. A must do!
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Georgiad120
Jul 29, 2025
Very Disappointing – Avoid If You Don’t Want Your Plans Ruined - We booked this boat trip in Palermo about a month in advance as a birthday surprise for my boyfriend, and were really looking forward to it. A deposit was even paid upfront to secure the booking, so we had every reason to believe it was all confirmed and good to go.
The instructions were to arrive at the port 15 minutes before departure, which we did. We waited around with no update, only to receive a phone call five minutes after the scheduled start time saying the trip was cancelled due to “choppy seas.”
The issue? The weather was perfect – sunny, calm, no wind – and there were plenty of other boats out on the water. It honestly felt like they hadn’t sold enough spots and decided to cancel last-minute, which is completely unacceptable.
To make things worse, there was zero communication ahead of time. No text, no email, no call — we were just left standing there on the dock until someone eventually rang.
Really disappointing, especially when it was meant to be a special surprise on a birthday. If your time matters and you expect even the most basic level of professionalism, I’d strongly recommend booking with someone else.
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