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Avola: Vendicari Capopassero Group Boat Tour and Aperitif

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Overview

The "Capopassero" tour departing from Avola will allow you to discover all the most beautiful places in the south of the Gulf of Noto. You will see uncontaminated natural landscapes, cliffs of volcanic origin and others in sandstone, you will be able to swim among the fish of the Vendicari Nature Reserve and admire from the sea the wonderful Tafuri Castle and the Spanish stronghold on the island of Capopassero; and finally, a walk ashore in the colorful village of Marzamemi to conclude the Tour before returning.

MAIN STOPS
White rocks of Lido di Noto, Calamosche, Tonnara di Vendicari, Isola di Vendicari, Colonne Romane, Isola di Capopassero, Grotta del octopo, Castello Tafuri, stop on land in Marzamemi, volcanic spring of Calabernardo / Cicirata beach.

What's Included

  • Snacks Sicilian aperitif with arancini, focaccine, cunzato bread, fresh seasonal fruit
  • Carbonated beverages Non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds, beer, Sicilian sparkling wine
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

    Meeting Location

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    Via Elsa Morante
    3, 96012 Avola SR, Italy

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    Lido di Noto

    Departure from Avola, heading south, with a first stop at the White Rocks of Lido di Noto.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Riserva di Vendicari

    The tour will continue in the heart of the reserve to admire the beautiful remains of the Vendicari tuna fishery with, immediately afterwards, a stop at the white beach behind the island of Vendicari.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Spiaggia Calamosche

    You will enter the Vendicari Nature Reserve crossing the magnificent areas of Eloro and Marianelli, and then stopping for a swim in front of the Calamosche beach.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Isola di Capo Passero

    You will be able to observe from the dinghy the 4 Roman columns dating back to the second century AD, which are located about 5 meters deep near Marzamemi. Sicily Boats provides all participants with snorkeling equipment, such as fins, masks and snorkels. The navigation continues towards the island of Capopassero where it will be possible to admire the Tafuri castle and visit the octopus cave under the Spanish fortress. We will then make a stop to savor the aperitif with Sicilian sparkling wine, arancini with meat sauce, fresh fruit, beer and non-alcoholic drinks.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Marzamemi

    We will move to Marzamemi for a stop on land of about 30 minutes to visit the ancient sailors' village and, at your leisure, taste one of the many local culinary specialties.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Calabernardo

    Depending on the weather and sea conditions, we will decide whether to make the last stop above the volcanic source of Calabernardo or in front of the Cicirata beach, just before returning to the port.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The remaining time is dedicated to traveling at sea
    • The minimum age for consuming alcohol is 18 years, as per current legislation

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Avola: Vendicari Capopassero Group Boat Tour and Aperitif?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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    Activity code: C-162774P8

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    • SnacksSicilian aperitif with arancini, focaccine, cunzato bread, fresh seasonal fruit
    • Carbonated beveragesNon-alcoholic drinks of all kinds, beer, Sicilian sparkling wine
    • Use of Snorkelling equipment

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for children under 2 years of age
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The remaining time is dedicated to traveling at sea
    • The minimum age for consuming alcohol is 18 years, as per current legislation
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