Set off from Mondello for a four-hour coastal circuit through Capo Gallo Nature Reserve, with swims, snorkeling and a Sicilian aperitif on board. Expect limestone cliffs, crystal coves and short cave visits when sea conditions permit.
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You push off the Mondello pier and the shoreline loosens its grip: pastel villas and the town’s curved bay slide astern as the sea draws you toward Capo Gallo.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for optional swims and cave entry.
Wildlife
History
The Gulf of Palermo has been a maritime corridor since antiquity; Capo Gallo later gained protected status as a coastal reserve to safeguard its marine habitats.
Conservation
The area is part of a marine reserve—respect marked zones, avoid anchoring on seagrass beds and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Boat Tour Mondello and Gulf of Palermo, with Aperitif (4 hours) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use reef-safe sunscreen to protect the marine reserve and reapply after swimming; a small waterproof pouch keeps it handy.
Arrive early to the quay
Mondello quay fills quickly—arrive 20–30 minutes before departure to board and store belongings without rush.
Wear grippy sandals
Use sandals with toe protection for boarding from the quay and stepping onto the bathing platform after swims.
Hydrate and pace alcohol intake
The aperitif is included—balance wine or beer with water to stay alert for transfers and swimming.
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Necessary for swim stops and the boat’s bathing platform.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment during extended sun exposure.
summer
Light windbreaker or sun shirt
Shields against spray and cooler sea breezes, especially in early morning or late afternoon.
spring
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics and documents safe while boarding and during swims.