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Set off from Giardini Naxos aboard a private Saver 330 for a four‑hour coastal cruise to Isola Bella and the Blue Grotto. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy an onboard aperitif while Mount Etna looms on the horizon.
Set off from Giardini Naxos aboard a private Saver 330 for a four‑hour coastal cruise to Isola Bella and the Blue Grotto. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy an onboard aperitif while Mount Etna looms on the horizon.
The bow parts the morning mirror of the Ionian Sea as Giardini Naxos slips astern and Taormina’s cliff-top houses watch you go. A Saver 330 sport yacht offers open decks and shaded cockpit—plenty of room to sunbathe, sip prosecco, or scan the horizon where Mount Etna pins the skyline.
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Operated by Sicilying SRL · Giardini Naxos, Sicily
The bow parts the morning mirror of the Ionian Sea as Giardini Naxos slips astern and Taormina’s cliff-top houses watch you go. A Saver 330 sport yacht offers open decks and shaded cockpit—plenty of room to sunbathe, sip prosecco, or scan the horizon where Mount Etna pins the skyline.
This stretch of Sicily has layers: Greek and Roman visitors favored these shores, and Taormina grew around a dramatic Greco‑Roman theatre perched above the sea. Geologically, you’re cruising along volcanic slopes that funnel sediments into small coves; Isola Bella is a pebble islet formed by tectonics and longshore currents, now part of a protected reserve. Local culture leans casual—seafood, seaside aperitivi, and a slow, summer rhythm that shapes departures and swim stops.
On this four‑hour private cruise you’ll round the bay, anchor at Isola Bella for a swim or snorkel (equipment included), and explore a coastal cave referred to locally as the Blue Grotto. Expect clear water, rocky seabeds, and occasional shoals of fish; dolphins are spotted here some seasons. An aperitif with prosecco and seasonal fruit is served while you drift under Etna’s watchful silhouette.
Practical notes: meet at the stairs by the port of Giardini Naxos (in front of Da Angelina). Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light wind layer—the sea breeze sharpens late afternoon. The trip is suitable for most fitness levels but carries normal small‑boat motion; follow crew safety briefings and avoid standing on the bow during choppy conditions.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most people with basic mobility; ability to climb a few boat steps and step into water recommended.
Yes—snorkeling masks and fins are included in the trip price; you may bring your own if preferred.
The meeting point is by the stairs at the port of Giardini Naxos in front of the restaurant Da Angelina; the tour returns to the same berth.
Families are welcome; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and children should be supervised while swimming—notify the operator of any special requirements when booking.
The tour can be canceled for safety if weather is poor; full refunds are issued if canceled at least 24 hours before departure per the operator’s policy.
Taormina grew as a classical resort of Greeks and Romans; the coastline and its small islets have been used for fishing and leisure for centuries.
Isola Bella is part of a protected marine area—avoid anchoring on seagrass beds, use reef‑safe products, and carry out any trash.
Sicilying SRL operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bow parts the morning mirror of the Ionian Sea as Giardini Naxos slips astern and Taormina’s cliff-top houses watch you go. A Saver 330 sport yacht offers open decks and shaded cockpit—plenty of room to sunbathe, sip prosecco, or scan the horizon where Mount Etna pins the skyline.
The bow parts the morning mirror of the Ionian Sea as Giardini Naxos slips astern and Taormina’s cliff-top houses watch you go. A Saver 330 sport yacht offers open decks and shaded cockpit—plenty of room to sunbathe, sip prosecco, or scan the horizon where Mount Etna pins the skyline.
This stretch of Sicily has layers: Greek and Roman visitors favored these shores, and Taormina grew around a dramatic Greco‑Roman theatre perched above the sea. Geologically, you’re cruising along volcanic slopes that funnel sediments into small coves; Isola Bella is a pebble islet formed by tectonics and longshore currents, now part of a protected reserve. Local culture leans casual—seafood, seaside aperitivi, and a slow, summer rhythm that shapes departures and swim stops.
On this four‑hour private cruise you’ll round the bay, anchor at Isola Bella for a swim or snorkel (equipment included), and explore a coastal cave referred to locally as the Blue Grotto. Expect clear water, rocky seabeds, and occasional shoals of fish; dolphins are spotted here some seasons. An aperitif with prosecco and seasonal fruit is served while you drift under Etna’s watchful silhouette.
Practical notes: meet at the stairs by the port of Giardini Naxos (in front of Da Angelina). Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light wind layer—the sea breeze sharpens late afternoon. The trip is suitable for most fitness levels but carries normal small‑boat motion; follow crew safety briefings and avoid standing on the bow during choppy conditions.