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Easter Sailing: Explore the Egadi Islands from Palermo!

Italy:

Aegadian islands

Duration:

5 days - 4 nights

Max number of passengers:

8 people

Available:

Suitable for travellers:

> 10 years

Boarding from:

Palermo

What's included

Cancellation policy

Organised by:

Emiliano B.

Member since 2023 -

Organisation

Italian

English

German

This experience, in a nutshell

Join us for an unforgettable Easter aboard a 16-meter sailboat with 4 double cabins, each with a private bathroom. The cruise will be led by skipper Emiliano (51 years old), an expert in the Egadi Islands, together with Nila (39 years old), who will assist in the maneuvers and in the kitchen.

We will sail through the most fascinating coasts of western Sicily, exploring the Egadi Islands and the beautiful coastline up to San Vito Lo Capo.

To make this experience special, the crew will prepare an Easter lunch included in the participation fee and cook lunches on board, inviting those who want to participate. Every evening, we'll disembark to discover the local cuisine, enjoying aperitifs in unique places and dinners with Sicilian delicacies.

On board, the spirit is one of maximum collaboration, like in the family: everyone participates in keeping order and washing the dishes. For those who wish, there is also the opportunity to try their hand at sailing maneuvers.

The itinerary starts in Palermo, where we offer a complimentary night on the boat the night before the official departure. This allows you to take advantage of a day to explore the city or arrange evening flights. From Palermo, we will sail to San Vito Lo Capo, Levanzo and Favignana. Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change depending on weather conditions, an aspect that enriches the sailing experience and allows us to make the most of the wind and the sea.

Get ready to experience an authentic Easter between sea, wind and the intense colors of the Egadi Islands!

No Departures available

What's included

Cancellation policy

No Departures available

Italy: 5 days - 4 nights

Aegadian islands

What's included

Cancellation policy

No Departures available

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Boat & Classes of Service

Beneteau 50 Farr - 1997

Type

Sailboat

Length

16 m.

Toilets

Cabins

23+

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Palermo.

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Palermo.

Check-out: 4:00 PM

Leg 1

San Vito Lo Capo

We'll sail along the west coast of Sicily, taking advantage of the wind whenever possible, to explore some of its most beautiful pearls. Famous for its white sandy beach and crystal clear waters, San Vito Lo Capo, is framed by the Zingaro Nature Reserve, with the famous beach of Magari. From the sea, we'll be able to admire its imposing cliffs and hidden coves, ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

Leg 2

Levanzo

The smallest of the Egadi Islands will enchant us with its wild landscape. We will have the opportunity to admire the Grotta del Genovese, with prehistoric engravings visible only from the sea. The clear waters of Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola will be perfect for a refreshing stop.

Leg 3

Favignana

Known as the butterfly on the sea, Favignana is the queen of the Egadi Islands. We will sail near Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, with turquoise waters and unique seabeds. Passing by the former Florio factory, we will see one of the historical symbols of the tradition of the tuna fishery.

Leg 4

Palermo

Sailing towards Palermo, the view opens onto a fascinating mix of nature and historic architecture. Behind the port stands the largest historic center in Europe, an authentic jewel full of treasures such as the Cathedral, the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel. From the sea, grasp the essence of the city with its interweaving of Arab-Norman styles, baroque churches and lively markets, such as Ballarò and Vucciria, which tell the thousand-year history of this vibrant Mediterranean capital.

The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions and/or technical or logistical reasons, in order to ensure safety and a pleasant sailing experience for all participants.

Leg 1

San Vito Lo Capo

Leg 2

Levanzo

Leg 3

Favignana

Leg 4

Palermo

The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions and/or technical or logistical reasons, in order to ensure safety and a pleasant sailing experience for all participants.

What's included in the price

Boat equipment and facilities

Final cleaning

Tender and outboard

Onboard staff

Skipper

Taxes, fees and moorings

Access and/or stay in parks and marine protected areas

What you'll have to pay during the experience

Below are the additional expenses you will incur during the experience.

Common Fund

€150 - €300 Per person

A fixed fee of €150 per person will be required at check-in for fuel and the last night in port. For the galley (including food for the crew), moorings in ports or buoys, a common fund will be established.

Food for the crew

Mooring fees

Starter Pack

€150 Per person

A fixed fee of €150 per person is required at check-in, which covers fuel for the entire cruise and the last night in port, as well as the permit for the Egadi marine protected area. Other variable costs will be managed through the common fund.

Fuel (boat/tender)

What's NOT included in the price

Below are the services that are not included in the price of the experience, including any available optional services that you may pay directly to the organiser (we advise you to inform the organiser prior to departure in case you wish to purchase such services and arrange the payment terms directly with him).

Excluded

Bedding kit

Towels kit

Meals/drinks consumed ashore

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

Organised by:

Emiliano B.

Member since 2023 -

Organisation

Italian

English

German

4.9/5

out of

reviews

Skipper

Boat

Destination

Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/18/2025

Andrea S.

Italy

It was an experience that I really enjoyed and that I will definitely repeat. On my first boat holiday I had no particular expectations, but I was fully satisfied and happy. Emiliano is an excellent skipper: experienced, competent, serious and always attentive to the needs of the group. Personally I found him extremely helpful: I had asked for spearfishing equipment and he did his best to make sure I found it on board when I arrived. Only on a few occasions, when asked to change location, did he prefer to say no, always with a great sense of responsibility and clearly explaining the reasons — such as the risk of dangerous seabeds for the anchor or the excessive presence of other boats — to protect everyone's safety and well-being. It should be clarified that Nila was not a hostess, but a travel companion: collaborative, nice, courteous and attentive, who also had the kindness to prepare some good lunches for us. A truly unforgettable experience, which I recommend without hesitation. Of course, it is not a holiday for everyone: without a spirit of adaptation it is better to stay on the ground and the same goes for those who do not know how to behave politely towards others. I believe that the boat is synonymous with "sharing", not the place for those who claim to impose themselves.

Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/17/2025

Maria Elena G.

Italy

Splendid Aeolian Islands, but an experience on board that could be improved. The itinerary to the Aeolian Islands was undoubtedly very beautiful and the islands lend themselves perfectly to a boat holiday. However, there were several aspects of the organization that did not fully convince me. The skipper showed experience in steering the boat, but his attitude was a bit grumpy at times and not always available in responding to our requests. In addition, he often used the common areas – already limited in a sailboat – to relax during the day and slept every evening in the dinette, snoring quite loudly from 22:30/23:00. This made it difficult for us to continue the evening with a chat or a drink in that space. On the economic level I perceived little clarity: at the beginning of the holiday we paid € 320 per person (which included 3 buoys, 2 floating piers and a port), but later we were asked to spend an additional € 300 for a night in port that should have already been abundantly included. Even the payment of fuel, requested in advance at the beginning of the week, surprised me, having never happened to me in previous similar experiences. As for Nila, she was present and friendly, but it should be clarified that she does not play the role of hostess: she does not cook and does not take care of cleaning unless specifically requested, which may be fair to emphasize for those who expect support of this type. Finally, on the evening of the last day in Capo d'Orlando we were asked to have dinner on the ground despite the fact that there were several leftovers in the fridge, with the motivation of having to start cleaning in view of the next group. At the end of the week, I didn't find this detail particularly pleasant. In conclusion, the trip was beautiful for the natural setting of the Aeolian Islands, but I believe that there is room for improvement in the management of hospitality on board and in transparency on costs.

Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/14/2025

Arianna P.

Italy

We spent a beautiful week in the paradise of the Aeolian Islands aboard Emiliano and Nila's boat. The boat is comfortable and cared for in every detail. Nila and Emiliano were the perfect hosts, they let us taste several exquisite dishes of Sicilian cuisine prepared by them. They were also excellent travel companions, they guided us around the Aeolian Islands telling us about the history and traditions of the islands and recommended the best places both by sea and by land, thanks to their deep knowledge of the area and the people who live there. But above all, they made us feel like a family, between toasts in the middle of the sea, fun and laughter. They gave us unforgettable moments. Thank you!

Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/13/2025

Martina L.

Italy

Emiliano and Nila are more than just skippers, they were fantastic travel companions, chefs and social media managers, and they also guided us on land with their company and great suggestions. We will definitely repeat with them if possible!