Zingaro Nature Reserve: Guided Boat Tour + Lunch + Drinks + Snorkeling

Additional Information & Description

Zingaro Nature Reserve’s caves, cliffs and untouched coves form the backdrop to this sailboat trip from Balestrate. The eight-hour outing takes you along the Sicilian coast, with time on deck to enjoy the scenery from the water rather than from shore.

Swim and snorkel in turquoise water

The boat pauses for swimming and snorkeling, letting you spend part of the day in the reserve’s clear, turquoise waters. Snorkeling gear is included, along with safety equipment, so the trip combines sailing with time exploring in the water. Between stops, relax in the sun on deck as the journey continues along the coast.

A welcome aperitif and a live guide

At the first stop, the crew serves a welcome aperitif and explains the day’s itinerary. This introduction gives you a sense of the route ahead before the rest of the outing unfolds. A live guide accompanies the tour, with English and Italian available for the guided experience.

Sicilian lunch in front of Tonnara di Scopello

Lunch is served in front of Tonnara di Scopello, bringing a named coastal landmark into the day’s dining setting. The meal features Sicilian dishes and local wine, making regional food part of the excursion rather than a separate shore stop. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the boat tour, alongside the lunch and welcome aperitif.

Departure and digital tickets

The trip departs from Balestrate, with arrival at via delle capitanerie 30 minutes before departure. Allow eight hours for the excursion itself when planning your day. Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted. Your ticket covers the boat tour and the onboard elements described above; the advance arrival time is additional to the sailing excursion’s duration.