Skim the coast from Mondello to Isola delle Femmine on a fast RIB—two swim stops, snorkel-ready waters, and an onboard aperitif. This 4–5 hour outing combines clear bays, a Bourbon lighthouse pass, and a protected marine reserve for accessible seaside adventure.
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The RIB slips away from Tonnara Florio with salt on your lips and Palermo receding behind—white Art Nouveau ribs of the Antico Stabilimento Balneare glinting as the first stop in the Gulf of Mondello. Sun and wind set the pace: a shallow bay of turquoise, a quick surface snorkel to check rocky outcrops, then a push toward Capo Gallo where basalt cliffs and the Bourbon lighthouse keep watch.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people with basic swimming ability; light mobility on and off a RIB required
Wildlife
History
Mondello’s Antico Stabilimento Balneare is an early-20th-century Art Nouveau bathing complex; the Capo Gallo lighthouse dates to the Bourbon period and marks the promontory’s maritime past.
Conservation
The route crosses marine-protected areas with posidonia meadows—avoid anchoring on seagrass, dispose of no waste, and use reef-safe products.
Reserve your spot on the Palermo : Mondello - Isola delle Femmine Boat Tour with Drinks today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring ID and arrive early
Boarding begins at Tonnara Florio; arrive 20 minutes before departure with ID to avoid being marked a no-show.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Sea grasses and marine life are sensitive—use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply before getting back into the water.
Limit your luggage
RIBs have minimal storage; carry a small dry bag for phone, wallet and a light layer to protect from spray.
Be able to swim
This tour requires basic swimming ability; the crew can refuse boarding to non-swimmers for safety reasons.
Swimsuit & quick-dry towel
For swim stops and drying off quickly between segments.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment—reapply before re-entering water.
summer
Light windbreaker or waterproof layer
Protects against spray and sudden cooling on open water.
spring
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, ID and small items safe from spray and during swims.