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

Sicily, Italy

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10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Italian

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

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

Meeting point

Via Elsa Morante
3, 96012 Avola SR, Italy

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Lido di Noto

Departure from Avola, southbound, with a first stop at the White Rocks of Lido di Noto;
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Riserva di Vendicari

you will enter the Vendicari Nature Reserve through the magnificent areas of Eloro and Marianelli,
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Calamosche Beach

and then stop for a swim in front of the beach of Calamosche
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tonnara di Vendicari

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Roman Columns of Marzamemi

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Isola di Capo Passero

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Isola delle Correnti

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
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punta Cirica o Cozzo Ciriga

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punta delle Formiche

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.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castello Tafuri

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marzamemi

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.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Golfo di Noto

Finally, we will return to the port of departure in the late afternoon, after enjoying a magnificent sunset at sea.
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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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Avola : Private boat to the Faraglioni di Punta Ciriga with 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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-162774P14


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

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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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operated by a business

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