A three-and-a-half-hour boat tour from San Leone that follows Agrigento’s southern cliffs to the white marble-like terraces of Scala dei Turchi. Expect swim stops, coastal legends, and clear Mediterranean water with practical guidance about safety and conservation.
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Board in San Leone as the harbour yawns open and the engine’s low thrum pushes you past salt-sprayed rocks. The boat cuts a clean path along Agrigento’s southern flank; cliffs of chalky-white marl appear like a staircase dropped into the sea, daring you to climb them from the water. Small coves punctuate the coast — Maddalusa, Kaos Bay, the Madonnina — each with water clear enough to read the reef below.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; must be able to step on and off a small boat and handle short swims.
Wildlife
History
The route traces the mouth of the ancient Akragas river and faces the archaeological plain of Agrigento; the white marl cliffs are the product of marine erosion over millennia.
Conservation
Scala dei Turchi’s marl is fragile and subject to erosion and visitor pressure; follow crew guidance, avoid climbing the cliffs, and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Scala dei Turchi boat excursion on the Agrigento coast today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The Sicilian sun is intense on open water; use reef-safe sunscreen to protect skin and the marine environment.
Wear water shoes
Landings can be rocky and the marl is slippery; protective soles make swims and beach stops easier.
Prepare for motion
If you get seasick, take preventative medication before boarding; the tour covers open stretches of sea.
Respect the cliffs
Do not climb the Scala dei Turchi marl—it's fragile and protected; enjoy the view from the boat or designated shore areas.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and minimizes impact on the Mediterranean ecosystem.
summer
Water shoes
Useful for rocky landings and slippery marl terraces.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Needed for multiple swim stops and on-deck comfort.
summer
Light wind jacket
Wind can pick up offshore, especially in morning or late afternoon.
spring