Underground · SICILY CAVE TOURS
Numbers below ground are capped almost everywhere, and the good slots go months out. Here are 4 sicily cave tours to lock in early, what is included and how they differ.
Join a local skipper such as Nunzio, Ninni, Otto, or Didi for a one-hour cruise around Ortigia. You’ll pass the city’s harbors, bridges, Arethusa Spring, Castello Maniace, and sea caves, with live commentary in English or Italian and a weather-dependent swim stop.
“Amazing value for money! The guide was very knowable about the history of Ortigia, would definitely recommend!”
You’ll circle Ortigia with a local skipper, passing Castello Maniace, the Duomo, Fonte Aretusa, old walls, and the harbor. Then you’ll enter Syracuse’s sea caves and stop for a swim in clear Ionian water. Boats carry no more than 15 people, and guides such as Franco, Laura, Steven, and Stefano are praised for friendly commentary.
“Amazing experience! Our skipper was very kind and explained well. The caves were really impressive. I highly recommend this tour!”
Set out from Giardini Naxos with an English-speaking crew, often including guides such as Kevin, Andrei, Francesco, or Gianluca. This small-group cruise follows Taormina’s coast, passes Isola Bella, Mazzarò, and the Blue Grotto, then stops for swimming. Expect Prosecco, almond cookies, music, and about two hours on the water.
“A great two hours spent along the coast line. Awesome guide who was friendly and informative about the area and it was such a beautiful way to see the island from a different perspective. A swim in the sea was a lovely way to cool off on a hot day as well. Drinks and almond cookies was a nice touch too. Thank you.”
Set out from Via Senatore Giuseppe Maielli for a roughly one-hour boat ride around Ortigia and Siracusa. You’ll see Castle Maniace from the sea, pass through sea caves when conditions allow, and may stop for a short swim. Guides such as Ninni and Nunzio add local history, humor, and restaurant tips.
“Fantastic value trip. A great way to see Ortigia. The stop for a swim in the warm sea just made the experience.”
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