Yacht sailing holidays & skippered tours in the Aeolian Islands

Yacht sailing holidays & skippered tours in the Aeolian Islands

A holiday in the Aeolian Islands: Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Alicudi, and Filicudi - seven volcanic islands to be discovered by sailboat. A unique experience in which you will navigate between craters, geysers, volcanic rock rivers.

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Reviews - Yacht sailing holidays & skippered tours in the Aeolian Islands

1531 reviews
18 / 10
Ilaria C.

Ilaria C.

review about Aeolian Islands on a sailing boat, an exaggerated holiday! August 2023

10 / 10
Rosario is the best! The holiday was wonderful thanks to the beauty of the places and the friendliness and helpfulness of Rosario. With his experience and enthusiasm he was the best skipper we could ask for. Come back!
Margherita P.

Margherita P.

review about Aeolian coast to coast with cook included in the price August 2023

10 / 10
Wonderful holiday, we visited all the Aeolian Islands and with an unscheduled we faced the crossing back to Salerno at night. Thanks to Andrea's professionalism it was also possible to live this beautiful experience, accompanied by the moon and the stars. A further note of merit goes to the very nice Monica who with her imagination and excellent cuisine cheered us during the holiday showing herself always attentive also as an on-board assistant. Good wind Andrea and Monica????
Luigi B.

Luigi B.

review about Aeolian Islands: blue emotions! July 2023

10 / 10
To say that Marco is an exceptional skipper is an understatement. He makes all the people on the boat feel at ease and is a deep connoisseur of the Aeolian Islands, both on the sea side and on land. He always manages, with his trusted friend Gino, to find the hidden corner or the cove sheltered from the wind that leave you breathless. Super recommended also for a first experience on a sailing boat. The boat is very well equipped and clean and, with the characteristics of a sailboat, very comfortable even for long distances. In our case we made a wonderful night transfer from Salerno to Stromboli. An experience that cannot be forgotten. Last but not least: Marco is known everywhere! At sea and on land. With him you can enjoy aperitifs at sunset in the cockpit of the boat up to the cocktail in the most fashionable place in Panarea.
Francesco S.

Francesco S.

review about Educational cruise from Naples to the Aeolian Islands June 2023

10 / 10
Dynamic, competent and friendly skipper, driving a beautiful boat, well organized. With him I met beautiful people, with the same interests as me, and lived a beautiful experience of night crossing from Naples to Panarea. And then practiced rudder and maneuvers in the sea of Stromboli. Five days to frame, even for the kitchen! :-)
Stefano P.

Stefano P.

review about Discovering the wild Aeolian Ilands August 2022

10 / 10
Super holiday between nature, food, relaxation and fun in a fantastic place like the Aeolian Islands. Matteo transmitted to us his passion for the sea and for the sailboat also making us actively participate in the maneuvers with the necessary indications and instructions. He also complied with our requests (weather permitting) and was also available in the kitchen to prepare excellent tasty dishes. What can I say... Enjoy
Giulia P.

Giulia P.

review about Sporty and relaxing cruise between the Aeolian islands September 2022

10 / 10
For being my first sailing experience it was definitely one of the most beautiful trips made in my life! Many times we look for emotions of this type abroad but the Aeolian Islands have been a perfect setting ... Nicola is a skipper of great experience and attentive to all the needs of his "passengers"... his boat MOONINJUNE is his home and made me feel immediately as if I was at home too! He took us to sleep in anchor in very suggestive places and allowed us to sail every day to the best of the possibilities that the weather offered us! It created a nice atmosphere of conviviality with the other participants and we could learn many things nothing sailboat. Highly recommended experience for those who love the sea, has the ability to understand that you can abandon the comforts of everyday life to fully enjoy what the sailboat can offer! Surely I will gladly return to sail with Nicola
Martina R.

Martina R.

review about LAST MINUTE: by catamaran to the Aeolian Islands September 2022

10 / 10
Fulvio is a skipper of great experience, with a great personality and humanity. The holiday in the Aeolian Islands was wonderful, a perfect mix of sailing and relaxation, in a setting of incredible places. Fulvio shared the choices of stages or things to do with the group, except of course to make decisions due to weather conditions or the final itinerary. In our group we were all strangers, he was very good at putting everyone at ease, at harmonizing the group and at smoothing out any differences. His catamaran is very comfortable, with 4 double cabins with private bathroom, a very spacious kitchen and dinette and cockpit with large table on which to eat. I definitely recommend a holiday of this type and I will be happy to repeat the experience on Fulvio's catamaran.
Laura A.

Laura A.

review about LAST MINUTE! Cruise to the Aeolian Islands in a 24-meter luxury gulet August 2022

10 / 10
Week in the Aeolian Islands Nicola Carlo and Diana great people Incredibly helpful and nice and attentive The kitchen on board you never want to get off, the service so attentive that you almost don't remember how to open a door anymore.. Fascinating boat as only the gulet can be Spacious and comfortable Highly recommended!
Gabriele M.

Gabriele M.

review about Week of relaxation, nature and navigation in the Aeolian Islands August 2022

10 / 10
Beautiful week in the Aeolian Islands on a boat with large spaces and equipped with all the necessary comforts. Angelo is a very competent skipper and extremely attentive to aspects related to safety at sea. In a week that could have been meteorologically complicated we always felt safe thanks to the accuracy of its forecasts and moorings. Very attentive to the different needs of the crew also has a humanity and a natural sympathy that put you at ease right away, making you feel at home. It is likely that the inhabitants of the sea have perceived the positive energy that was breathed on board: never seen so many dolphins in our lives! Thank you Angelo for the wonderful experience, a big hug to "Lollipop and Lalla" and we hope to see you again soon. Meanwhile... Good wind! Gabriele and Maila
Bianca F.

Bianca F.

review about Aeolian and Egadi Islands - 2 weeks with embarkation and disembarkation in Naples August 2022

10 / 10
After a night of crossing in complete tranquility and safety, accompanied by the stars, even shooting! (but, of desires, at the time, there were very few ... after all, on the boat, in good company and in the middle of the sea, what more could you want?) we arrived in front of the powerful Iddu, also known as Stromboli. From here, the beauty of the Aeolian Islands has done its good job, among landscapes, bays, water, food, wine and much more. In short, an itinerary that I recommend to anyone! As always, found very well with the crew and skippers, who are reconfirmed in their availability, professionalism and beautiful company (and also courage!). ?????????? The fun and emotions always assured!!!
Giulia M.

Giulia M.

review about A week in the Aeolian Islands aboard a Sun odyssey 49! Sea, relaxation and trekking August 2022

10 / 10
With a group of 6 friends we spent a week with Francesco at the Aeolian Islands and we had a great time, the boat is spacious and well maintained. Francesco proved to be an expert in every situation, and despite some storms that chased us, we always felt calm. Nice and accommodating to the needs of the whole crew, he knew the area well and took us to the most beautiful places in the Aeolian Islands! Thanks Francesco!
Filippo V.

Filippo V.

review about In the warm blue sea of the Volcanoes August 2022

10 / 10
Giovanni is not a skipper... is the skipper! Man of the sea, with great experience of navigation, but above all a calm, attentive, nice and helpful person. It immediately puts you at ease in its beautiful boat equipped with all the comforts, where you do not feel like a guest but a member of the crew. The Aeolian Islands give great emotions and Giovanni amplifies them, always chooses the best itinerary based on the weather and sea conditions to make you discover corners of paradise and to make you live an unforgettable holiday.
Livia O.

Livia O.

review about To the Aeolian Islands on a 14 mt with Gabriella -skipper and mum- and Nicola -seaman and companion of adventures- July 2022

10 / 10
The memories from the week spent with Gabriella and Nicola on their boat will stay with us forever! Gabriella is not only a skillful skipper but also a mum who knows how to engage and (when necessary) keep in check children of all ages. Nicola was a great companion for our 2 children, they had great fun together on the boat and on shore! The played board games, snorkelled, dived and fished together. It was beautiful to witness. The places Gabriella suggested for us to visit were spectacular and she always recommended things to do based on our interests and moods. The entire week was planned together with great flexibility on Gabriella's part. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Gabrilella and Nicola if you are looking for a truly unique experience! Grazie Gabriella e Nicola!
Michele D.

Michele D.

review about LAST MINUTE - AEOLIAN IN CATAMARAN: relaxation, nature, good food, many sunsets and volcanic eruptions! July 2022

10 / 10
ELISA? Fantastic! He gave us an unforgettable week in the Aeolian Islands. Kind, helpful and, above all, patient he accepted all our requests. We were guided by her and her experience. So young and so good. It was the putty of the group. A "crew" made up of (former) strangers who, thanks to her, managed to bond immediately. It was the perfect knot for a perfect holiday. Elisa, thanks to the undisputed beauty of the Aeolian archipelago, gave us postcard sunsets like that of Filicudi. He carefully chose the coves with crystal clear water to bathe and relax. But you know, the sea makes you hungry and even in that case Elisa managed to surprise us. Not only with advice on what to eat on board but also on land. I already have the magone. I would immediately leave the moorings to sail again. With her and her catamaran.

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7 reasons to choose the Aeolian Islands for your next sailing holidays:

  • A consistent climate and constant winds allows for good sailing from April to October.
  • A different island for each day of the week are to discovered with your new friends.
  • The amazing Stromboli, and its gushes of fire - as well as Vulcano, that can be climbed.
  • Experience the social evenings of Panarea, unwind in a bar overlooking the sea and villas.
  • Revisit the iconic locations from the film "Il Postino", and dive into the blue of Cala Pollara in Salina.
  • Dive into the depths of Filicudi and Alicudi to discover the wrecks, widely seen as one of the best places to dive in Italy.
  • Taste real delicacies, such as cunzato bread, "condito", accompanied by a glass of Malvasia, as well as the inevitable Sicilian sweets such fresh cannoli.

The best destinations to visit during your sailing holidays in the Aeolian Islands:

The Aeolian Islands are a great option for all lovers of sailing and the sea. This splendid volcanic archipelago owes its name to the god of the wind, Aeolus, who is believed to have ruled here, together with Vulcan, the god of fire. Elements that have forged a truly unique landscape - with cliffs overlooking the sea, headlands and rocks ranging in colour from the white of pumice to the dark red of basalt, and the gold of sulfur.

Lipari and Salina

Lipari is commonly the departure point for sailing holidays in the Aeolian Islands. Of the seven islands of the archipelago, it is the largest and most densely populated, with around 10,000 inhabitants. As for the sea and the beaches to be reached by sailboat, you will be spoilt for choice - Pietra Liscia, Acquacalda, Papesca, Porticello, Valle Muria, Vinci and more are each worth visiting. Salina is nicknamed "the green", and for its tranquility it has become a favourite for families with children - this is the island that has fascinated Massimo Troisi, a destination then chosen for the film "Il Postino", the island is also famous for its capers and Malvasia wine, considered the nectar of the gods. An obligatory stop is the legendary Alfredo, from there you can taste real delicacies, such as the cunzato bread and the typical Sicilian granita.

Stromboli and Vulcano

Stromboli and Vulcano are the two islands with volcanic activity still present. In Stromboli, when the sun goes down you can see the flames of the volcano zampillillare, in a show that is unique to the world. It is also worth sailing under the Sciara del Fuoco, a slope of ash and lava that descends from Stromboli to the sea. Then there is the village of Ginostra, which is also very beautiful - reachable by sea on a sailing boat, and a place that you can only move with mules, and more recently electric “trolleys”. Vulcano is a very popular island, especially for the spa and the famous climb to the great crater of Vulcano.

Panarea

Panarea is the smallest island, and one that at the same time is the most popular among the exclusive type of traveller. One of the most famous beaches, Punta Milazzese, is nearby to a charming prehistoric village, that sits southwest of the pier of San Pietro. Another cove where you can moor for a dip is "Junco", this small cove is home to pools of water surrounded by a range of cliffs. Finally, the islets of Basiluzzo and Lisca Bianca sit just a short sail away.

Alicudi and Filicudi

To the west of the archipelago, closer to Palermo, Alicudi and Filicudi are for lovers of nature and tranquility. Alicudi is the wildest of the two islands, there are no vehicles, and there is a wild and unspoiled landscape, ideal for a perfect mix of Sicilian seaside holidays and hiking. Filicudi is protected from the winds and is an ideal location for diving. Both islands are home to extraordinary beauty and are a great anti-stress refuges for those who want to relax and enjoy unique landscapes of the world.

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The best time for a sailing holiday in Italy

The climate is temperate all year round and the constant winds allow you to sail smoothly from April to October. Summers are not hot because they are mitigated by the sea breeze and in spring, the vegetation surrounding the fertile islands is an explosion of colors and scents. Even out of season the weather conditions are favourable with pleasant temperatures that entice to a nice dip. Between relaxation, nature, and fun, the Aeolian Islands are ideal, both for families and groups of friends. Young and old are fascinated by the volcanic landscapes. Young adults can find the right mix of adventure and fun, alternating long days at sea with lively evenings.

Pricing of sailing holidays in the Balearic Islands

The archipelago is the destination of many smaller sailing trips. By catamaran, sailing boat, or flotilla you can find a solution that best suits your needs. Whether it's individual boarding or whole boat reservation, there are proposals from €400 per person for a week with skipper.

Transport options to and from your holiday

The Aeolian Islands do not have an island airport; the nearest ones are Reggio Calabria, Catania and Palermo. The recommended port of embarkment is Milazzo although there are transport options from Reggio Calabria, Messina, Palermo, and Naples.

Sailing holidays in the Aeolian Islands - why you should travel with a local skipper

If you want to fully enjoy your sailing holiday in the Aeolian Islands in the best conditions, we recommend that you go choose a trip with a local skipper. Travelling with a skipper who has insider knowledge on the area, allows travellers to fully immerse in the pleasure and relaxation of the holiday. Where individuals on the trip wish to learn or practice their sailing skills, skippers will be there to integrate travellers into the responsibilities onboard.

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