Avola : Private boat to the Faraglioni di Punta Ciriga with aperitif

Sicily, Italy
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Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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

  • Sicilian aperitif on board with arancini, scones, fresh seasonal fruit, soft drinks of any kind, beer and sparkling wine.
  • Fins Mask Mouthpiece
  • towels, sunscreen

What to expect

  1. Lido di Noto
    20m
    Departure from Avola, southbound, with a first stop at the White Rocks of Lido di Noto;
  2. Riserva di Vendicari
    30m
    you will enter the Vendicari Nature Reserve through the magnificent areas of Eloro and Marianelli,
  3. 20m
    and then stop for a swim in front of the beach of Calamosche
  4. Tonnara di Vendicari
    20m
    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.
  5. 30m
    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.
  6. Isola di Capo Passero
    30m
    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.
  7. Isola delle Correnti
    20m
    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
  8. Punta Cirica o Cozzo Ciriga
    30m
    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.
  9. Punta delle Formiche
    45m
    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.
  10. 30m
    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.
  11. Marzamemi
    40m
    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.
  12. 30m
    Finally, we will return to the port of departure in the late afternoon, after enjoying a magnificent sunset at sea.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

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