Set sail from Taormina for a sunset cruise that offers stunning views, playful dolphins, and a taste of Sicily’s marine magic. Discover caves, bays, and perhaps even a dolphin show as Mount Etna glows in the background.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Most guests should be able to comfortably enjoy sitting or light walking on the boat
Wildlife
History
Sicily's maritime routes have connected trading ports for centuries, with Taormina serving as a strategic hub since ancient Greek times.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes respect for marine life and coastal ecosystems, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Taormina Boat
Set sail from Taormina for a sunset cruise that offers stunning views, playful dolphins, and a taste of Sicily’s marine magic. Discover caves, bays, and perhaps even a dolphin show as Mount Etna glows in the background.
Taormina Boat is a maritime tour operator located in Mazzarò, Sicilia, offering a variety of private and public boat experiences along the Taormina and Giardini Naxos coastline. Departures take place from Mazzarò, and the fleet includes open boats powered by 150-horse engines as well as the Motonautica Vesuviana GT 27 used for full-day private tours.
The company provides flexible rental formats: open-boat rentals for licensed captains, rentals without a license with the option to hire a skipper, and fully crewed private charters. Trip durations range from two-hour excursions to half-day and full-day tours, plus dedicated sunset cruises with aperitivo and themed experiences such as wine tasting.
Onboard amenities cited for rentals include cushions, a tent, a shower and a ladder; guided trips emphasize snorkeling, exploring marine caves and hidden bays, and opportunities to enjoy local appetizers and Sicilian wines. Professional skippers are available to guide navigation and shore visits.
Taormina Boat’s offerings include private sunset tours, public sunset excursions, snorkeling-and-aperitif trips, wine tasting by boat, and short two-hour private excursions. The business focuses on coastal exploration from Mazzarò, combining maritime access to bays and caves with local gastronomy and swim stops. All descriptions are based on provided trip listings and summaries.
Location
Mazzarò, Sicilia
Departures from Mazzarò harbor
Boat Options
150 HP engines
Open-boat rentals with 150-horsepower
Tour Types
Private & Public
Private charters and public sunset tours
Tours Offered
10 Tours
Range of rentals and themed excursions
Reserve private charters, license-free rentals with skipper options, or a sunset cruise from Mazzarò — select dates fill quickly.
Arrive early for the best viewing spots
Getting to the harbor ahead of time ensures you can secure a prime spot on the boat for sunset views.
Bring waterproof gear
Pack a light jacket and waterproof essentials in case of spray or sudden weather changes during the cruise.
Snorkel gear is optional
Consider bringing your own mask and snorkel if you want to explore underwater caves more closely.
Reserve in advance
This popular tour often books quickly, especially during summer evenings, so booking ahead is recommended.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin while enjoying hours under the Sicilian sun.
summer
Hat and sunglasses
Shield your eyes from the bright sun during daytime hours.
summer
Light jacket or sweater
Bring something warm for the cooler evening sunset.
spring;fall;winter
Swimsuit
Useful if you want to swim or snorkel in the clear waters.
summer