Syracuse Boat Tour: Visit Ortigia Island, Pillirina and Sea Caves
4.5
40 Ratings
Siracusa
Embark on a Syracuse Boat Tour and explore the stunning Ortigia Island, Pillirina, and the mesmerizing sea caves. Discover the diverse flora and fauna, visit the Capuchin cave, coral cave, and stalactite cave, and marvel at the enchanting white coasts. Let our expert guides make this unforgettable journey a truly unique experience.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Grotta Della Pillirina - Here you will take a 20-minute bath break with a regenerating clay scrub
  • Isola di Ortigia - You will sail along the entire perimeter of the island of Ortigia
  • Fonte Aretusa - The peculiarity of this place is the encounter between the fresh water of the spring and the salt water of the sea
  • Plemmirio - This tour will let you discover one of the most beautiful spots in the protected marine area of Plemmirio which is called Pillirina
  • Maniace Castle - You will sail just below the Maniace castle which is involved in many legends of Archimedes
What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages included
  • Experienced skipper provided
  • Fuel surcharges applicable
Additional Information

This excursion encompasses a trip to Ortigia Island, sea caves and a pause at Pillirina region, an integral part of the conservation marine zone of Plemmirio. We will navigate Syracuse’s north coastline where, while savoring cool beverages and spritzers, we get closer to the marine caverns. Gazing at them from the interior, the indigenous flora and fauna can be experienced. You will explore several inlets such as the Capuchin cavern, the coral crevasse, and eventually, the big cavern, also recognized as the stalactite cavern. Our final destination will be the Pillirina area, home to chalk and clay rock formations, enabling you to witness these pristine, mesmerizing coasts. Our amiable and proficient guides will ensure your comfort throughout the journey to make this tour truly memorable, unveiling coastal locations only accessible by seafaring and only visible through this particular tour.

Location
Viale Montedoro, 51
Viale Montedoro
IT IS IMPORTANT TO ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE TOUR
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Denise_f
May 16, 2024
A Company and Tour Worth Your Time and Money - The tour and especially the tour agency were absolutely top notch. We were impressed and aooreciative of the friendliness, attention, care and support that we received from Tolanda and her team at Sicily Travel. They reached out to us before the tour to inform us that the weather condition for our morning tour made it unsafe for us to see the sea caves. They provided options for us to cancel or take another tour. We were disappointed, so they suggested taking an afternoon tour when the winds were likely to subside. We agreed, but then what do we do for several hours???. Tolanda arranged tuk tuks for several of us to tour the city - which was a herculean feat since the cruise ships were at port - while she provided eating and shopping options for others. Dealing with a group of 10 is like herding cats - not easy at all - but they were flexible and helpful in meeting everyone's needs. It felt like we were with family. They were happy, smiling, joking and extremely flexible... and personally walked us to our boat. The boat ride itself was worth the wait. It was extremely relaxing and our driver was entertaining. I highly recommend the tour and especially since it is run by young small business owners and not some major corporate entity.
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Ceciliapf7342nb
May 13, 2024
Ongira - Wonderful excursion!!!!! The attention of Yolanda and Marco is unbeatable!!! Dream landscape, extreme human warmth and many secrets of the place!!! Truly UNMISSABLE!!!!!!
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Giovanna
Oct 12, 2023
Fabulous boat trip, thanks to Alessandro, a very nice guide. - Fabulous boat trip, thanks to Alessandro who was very helpful in explaining the places visited. A very nice guy. Even the girl who booked the excursion for us was very kind and welcoming. Super recommended. Giovanna and Lucio.
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Debhuntlong
Oct 6, 2023
Great cruise - The reception staff and skipper were knowledgeable and very helpful. Excellence in service, that was appreciated
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H4984kdemilief
Sep 29, 2023
I recommend 10000% - Great experience with magnificent landscapes and swimming in magnificent places! Top team
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Vacation48917648229
Sep 4, 2023
Tour to Ortogia August 2023 - We stayed in August on a comfortable and very welcoming boat. The captain and his nephew very funny!!! The enchanting places....... Iolanda and her colleagues were very helpful and favored our excursion with a good price!!! . Very serious and reliable. I hope to return there soon.
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Sylk325
Sep 11, 2023
Ok - not great - Gorgeous scenery and crystal clear water we briefly swam in but the boat captain spoke zero English, didn't care that we wanted to go a little faster because half the people on the boat were getting nauseous from the waves (and other boats zooming by), there was one bottle of water and one bottle of 'spritz' mix for the 10 of us. Also, we were supposed to go to a mud beach, which we didn't.
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Nicks50
Sep 7, 2023
just okay - Wasn’t so much a tour as just a boat ride. The captain didn’t introduce himself or share any info about anything we were seeing. It really was just a boat ride and swim stop
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Anja
Oct 6, 2023
Boat ride and no tour - Anyone looking for a boat trip in a small group will not be disappointed. Unfortunately, there was no explanation of the area or history. The boat driver does not speak English and there is no guide. Relaxed trip, more like a taxi than a tour.
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Ellen
Nov 7, 2023
Boat ride is not worth the time or the money! - This “tour” is just a boat ride to see caves from the water. The skipper didn’t speak English though he was very pleasant. We did not enter any caves even though the ticket very clearly said “entry/admission included”. The meeting place was incorrect and we were redirected multiple times. If you want an expensive boat ride, this is the tour for you. If you want a tour, this is not!
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