A private charter from Letojanni delivers Taormina’s cliffs, Isola Bella and Etna on a single sea-facing itinerary. Expect snorkeling, SUP and coastal caves with local food and drinks served on board.
A private charter from Letojanni delivers Taormina’s cliffs, Isola Bella and Etna on a single sea-facing itinerary. Expect snorkeling, SUP and coastal caves with local food and drinks served on board.
You step aboard at Letojanni beach as the first light cuts across a glassy Ionian sea. The engine hums, the crew checks masks and jetboards, and the coastline begins to unfold—Mazzarò cliffs giving way to the small crescent of Isola Bella, where the water glows like cut glass.
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Operated by SICILY WATERSPORTS · Letojanni, Sicily
You step aboard at Letojanni beach as the first light cuts across a glassy Ionian sea. The engine hums, the crew checks masks and jetboards, and the coastline begins to unfold—Mazzarò cliffs giving way to the small crescent of Isola Bella, where the water glows like cut glass.
This stretch of Sicily has layers of history: Greek and Roman landings along the coast, medieval watchtowers on the headlands, and fishing villages that shaped local cuisine. Geologically the scene is dominated by Etna, a living volcano whose dark slopes frame the azure bay and feed the soil that makes Sicily’s citrus and wine so distinctive.
Culturally the trip blends seaside leisure and food—expect local wines, fresh fruit, and small bites offered on board. Nature is active here: sea caves like the Blue Grotto and Grotta degli Innamorati carve marine limestone into shadowed openings, while the marine park around Taormina protects posidonia meadows and an array of reef fish.
Practically: tours run from a minimum 3 hours to full-day 8-hour charters, private for up to 12 guests. Stops are made for snorkeling, SUP, sea scooters, or a swim; restrooms are on board. Choose morning for clearer water visibility and calmer seas, or sunset for dolphin watches and golden light on Etna. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer, and secure footwear for boarding. If prone to seasickness, take precautions before departure. Confirmations are manual and weather-dependent; cancelations are refundable with 24-hour notice. This is a relaxed, accessible way to see Taormina’s cliffs and Giardini Naxos from the one vantage that always reframes the coastline—the sea.
easy.
3–8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic mobility to board a small boat and swim is helpful.
The charter meets at Letojanni beach; the boat returns to the same harbor at the end of the tour.
Yes—experience is family-friendly; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and staff provide life vests for children.
Dolphin sightings are possible, especially on evening or sunset departures, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure; tours may also be canceled due to weather with full refund.
The coast around Taormina and Giardini Naxos has Greek and Roman archaeological roots; Giardini Naxos was the site of Sicily’s first Greek colony, Naxos, founded in the 8th century BCE.
This area includes a marine protected zone—avoid anchoring on posidonia meadows, respect wildlife, and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
SICILY WATERSPORTS operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




You step aboard at Letojanni beach as the first light cuts across a glassy Ionian sea. The engine hums, the crew checks masks and jetboards, and the coastline begins to unfold—Mazzarò cliffs giving way to the small crescent of Isola Bella, where the water glows like cut glass.
You step aboard at Letojanni beach as the first light cuts across a glassy Ionian sea. The engine hums, the crew checks masks and jetboards, and the coastline begins to unfold—Mazzarò cliffs giving way to the small crescent of Isola Bella, where the water glows like cut glass.
This stretch of Sicily has layers of history: Greek and Roman landings along the coast, medieval watchtowers on the headlands, and fishing villages that shaped local cuisine. Geologically the scene is dominated by Etna, a living volcano whose dark slopes frame the azure bay and feed the soil that makes Sicily’s citrus and wine so distinctive.
Culturally the trip blends seaside leisure and food—expect local wines, fresh fruit, and small bites offered on board. Nature is active here: sea caves like the Blue Grotto and Grotta degli Innamorati carve marine limestone into shadowed openings, while the marine park around Taormina protects posidonia meadows and an array of reef fish.
Practically: tours run from a minimum 3 hours to full-day 8-hour charters, private for up to 12 guests. Stops are made for snorkeling, SUP, sea scooters, or a swim; restrooms are on board. Choose morning for clearer water visibility and calmer seas, or sunset for dolphin watches and golden light on Etna. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer, and secure footwear for boarding. If prone to seasickness, take precautions before departure. Confirmations are manual and weather-dependent; cancelations are refundable with 24-hour notice. This is a relaxed, accessible way to see Taormina’s cliffs and Giardini Naxos from the one vantage that always reframes the coastline—the sea.