easy
3–4 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels due to minimal physical exertion; walking on uneven ground requires some balance.
Ride across Sicily’s Stagnone lagoon with Trapani Emotions and walk ancient grounds on Mothia Island. This boat tour combines history, salty landscapes, and local flavors into a unique outdoor experience.
Along the shimmering waters of the Stagnone lagoon, just off the western coast of Sicily, Trapani Emotions invites adventurers to a boat tour that reveals one of the Mediterranean’s lesser-known jewels: the island of Mothia. This excursion is more than a simple ride across saltwater—it's a dive into history, nature, and local culture, unfolding in the shade of ancient ruins and vast salt flats. Anchored within the UNESCO heritage site, Mothia carries the marks of its Phoenician past and battles that shaped Sicily's layered history. The island's stone remnants and tranquil shores set a striking contrast to the expansive plains of Marsala’s salt pans, where reflective pools capture the Sicilian sun and the steady rhythm of salt harvesters at work.
Trapani Emotions delivers an intimate journey here, departing Trapani’s harbor with knowledgeable guides fluent in the island’s stories—unfolding tales of warfare, survival, and trade that echo along the lagoon’s breeze. Beyond history, the tour offers a sensory immersion: onboard tastings introduce guests to local delicacies including complex wine jellies, rich chocolates, and distinctive regional cheeses, transforming the day into a cultural experience as much as an adventure.
What sets this trip apart is its balance between easy water navigation and deep local insight, positioning it within Sicily’s vibrant coastal outdoor scene. For travelers drawn to heritage sites that blend archaeology, natural quiet, and artisanal flavors, Trapani Emotions’ Mothia Tour crafts a memorable route. It not only highlights Sicily’s unique marine landscape but supports a sustainable connection to an area where salt production and conservation continue side-by-side. This boat tour is a quietly compelling alternative for visitors who seek a meaningful, off-the-beaten-path Mediterranean adventure.
Tours fill up quickly during peak season, so reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Bring sunscreen and a hat; much of the tour is exposed, and the reflective salt pans intensify the sun’s rays.
Capture distant ruins and salt pans clearly from the boat with optical zoom or telephoto lenses.
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven island surfaces with loose stone and sand.
Mothia was a powerful Phoenician colony, integral to Mediterranean trade and warfare from the 8th century BC, leaving behind remarkable archaeological remains.
The Stagnone lagoon protects fragile salt pans and marine habitats, with efforts balancing salt production and environmental preservation.
Protects your head and face during exposed parts of the boat tour.
spring|summer|fall specific
Needed for exploring rocky and sandy paths on Mothia Island.
Captures detailed shots of ruins and salt pans from a distance.
Stay hydrated while enjoying the outdoor tour in Mediterranean conditions.