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The magic of the Egadi Islands on a Sailing Boat + couscous fest

Italy:

Aegadian islands

Duration:

7 days - 7 nights

Max number of passengers:

8 people

Available:

-

Suitable for travellers:

> 10 years

Boarding from:

Palermo

What's included

Cancellation policy

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Organised by:

Emiliano B.

Member since 2023 -

Organisation

Italian

English

German

This experience, in a nutshell

Join us for an unprecedented adventure aboard our charming sailboat, equipped with 4 cabins, 4 bathrooms and led by a crew passionate about the sea, sailing and good traditional cuisine.


We depart from the port of Palermo to explore the wonders of the Egadi Islands, the wildest islands in Sicily! With us you can immerse yourself in the authentic heart of Sicily, far from the conventional routes.


In addition, for the week from 21 to 29 September, on the occasion of the Cous Cous Fest in San Vito Lo Capo, we will stay there more to participate in the concerts and culinary experiences of the festival. Look for the experience among our proposals. It will be a unique opportunity to taste the famous local couscous and immerse yourself in Sicilian culture and traditions.


On our sailboat, equipped with 4 cabins, each with its own private bathroom, we will take care not only of the sailing maneuvers, but during the trip, I (Emiliano - 50 years old) and my partner (Nila - 38 years old) will spoil you by preparing authentic Sicilian dishes for 2 lunches and 2 dinners.


And if you are passionate about cooking or want to experiment for the first time, you can also participate in real cooking lessons on board to discover the secrets of Sicilian recipes. The most particular ingredients for these preparations are part of a small welcome galley included, which you will find on board, others will be purchased with the galley on board that we will make together. Nila, in addition to being my companion and dessert artist, will be your guide on land for food and wine, cultural experiences and unique adventures on the islands.


After arriving at the port (which can be easily reached from Palermo Airport, which is only 30 minutes away), you will have time to settle into the comfort of your cabin and meet the other participants.


But wait, there's more: it's time to be pampered with a well-deserved aperitif!


The wonders of the Egadi Islands and the Sicilian coast are ready to welcome you: Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo, San Vito Lo Capo, Castellammare del Golfo, and finally the return to Palermo! 


During the tour, we will explore the turquoise waters of Cala Rossa in Favignana, the crystal clear bays of Levanzo and Marettimo, and the fascinating sea caves. Wake up to a refreshing swim in the sea, dive into a new bay every day, enjoy dinners under the stars, stroll through the picturesque villages of the islands and the local flavors.


Your incredible adventure starts here, jump on board!


P.S.

You can also search among our other offers for theweeks dedicated to the discovery of the Aeolian Islands and the weeks in July and August dedicated to families!



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Boat & Classes of Service

Beneteau 50 Farr - 1997

Type

Sailboat

Length

16 m.

Toilets

4

Cabins

4

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Palermo.

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Palermo.

Check-out: 8:00 AM

Our itinerary

The journey begins in Palermo with a meeting in the port and organization of the galley.

The next day, you will sail along the Zingaro Nature Reserve to San Vito Lo Capo.

On the third day we leave for Levanzo, where we explore and spend the night at anchor.

In the following days we visit Marettimo and Favignana, and then return to Palermo on Friday, with overnight stay in port and disembarkation on Saturday morning.


The itinerary is flexible and may vary depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions.

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.

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

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Organised by:

Emiliano B.

Member since 2023 -

Organisation

Italian

English

German

4.9/5

out of

14

reviews

Skipper

Boat

Destination

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Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/18/2025

Andrea S.

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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.
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Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/17/2025

Maria Elena G.

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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.
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Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/14/2025

Arianna P.

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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!
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Aeolian Islands: between sea and authentic flavours

08/13/2025

Martina L.

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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!

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