SICILY
Sicily’s best days out.
The 12 most popular national parks tours in Sicily, with what each costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it. The handful worth planning a whole day around.
Full-day San Vito, Zingaro swims, and Scopello’s Faraglioni, with snorkeling gear, a boat aperitif, and private bus from Trapani.
Most Popular“Mancanza di una guida a San Vito Lo Capo. Non abbiamo ricevuto il messaggio con la posizione per la gita in barca. Per puro caso abbiamo scoperto quale era.”
Snorkel from Aci Castello to Isola dei Ciclopi near Catania. Lava formations, fish, and a marine biologist on a 3-hour boat trip.
“Top experience with Andrea and his crew! Recommended!”
Snorkel Sicily’s Isola Bella reserve by zodiac. Small-group tour to Isola Bella, Blue Grotto and Cape of Taormina. Equipment included.
“It was my first experience in snorkel and I enjoyed it very much. Alex was a great instructor, we got to see very nice species, everything perfect”
Trek Iblei National Park at golden hour with a small group guide, Nordic sticks, and dramatic ruins at Cava del Carosello and Noto Antica.
“An excellent day out. Alessandro was first class travelling from catania to collect and return us to our Giardini Naxos hotel. Very informative and friendly. Terrain was quite hard going at times but the swim in natural lake was very relaxing. History of the area was very interesting and the scenery spectacular. Well worth the…”
Half-day boat tour linking Ortigia’s coastline, Plemmirio nature waters, and Syracuse sea caves, with lunch and full drinks onboard.
“Half day all'insegna del relax e del buon cibo . Il meteo era dalla nostra parte e c'erano dei colori a mare meravigliosi. Team molto competente , preparato e gentile. Da rifare assolutissimamente. Grazie”
Guided walk through Sicily’s Pantalica Nature Reserve necropolis from Syracuse, with round-trip transport, English guide, and canyon views.
“We had a wonderful private tour of the Pantalica Reserve such an impressive and unique place, especially the ancient necropolis! The nature is absolutely beautiful, and the canyon is truly breathtaking . it’s really worth taking the time to explore. Our guide was super friendly and explained everything clearly and with passion. He spoke excellent…”
Guided hike from Siracusa through UNESCO Pantalica, with Byzantine cave dwellings, Valle dell’Anapo views, and a refreshing swim stop.
“The guide Frederico was very knowledgeable and provided various interesting facts about local vegetation and history of Pantalica. The hike was not complex or stressful, guide was patient while we took a swim in the local rivers”
Private Vendicari Nature Reserve walk with flexible pacing, bird spotting, possible eco-museum visit, and Corrado granita near Syracuse.
“Our guide, Giuseppe, was very knowledgeable about the area and pointed out many things we would not have noticed on our own. We weren't rushed and had time to have a swim at the beach and a granita before heading back to the starting point. We were very happy with the tour and would definitely…”
Private half-day in Vendicari Nature Reserve from Syracuse with birdwatching, tuna sites, Roman mosaics, and a possible swim.
“Found this guided visit through Viator and for us this trip was one of the highlights of our holiday. Price was very reasonable and only minimum of two people was required. Many other destinations require more attendants to be realizeRead more”
A guided half-day from Siracusa through Vendicari’s wetlands and seashore: birdwatching, a swim break, and the old tuna factory.
“This tour was absolutely fantastic thoroughly enjoyed it. Our guide was excellent and showed us lots of amazing local wildlife. Incredible views of flamingos, caspian terns and so many beautiful insects. Could have stayed all day! I would hugely recommend for any nature enthusiast. Richard and Vicki”
Paddle the Stagnone Nature Reserve from Marsala to Santa Maria, Isola Grande, Isola Schola and Mozia’s San Pantaleo on a 5-hour small-group kayak tour.
“Absolutely recommend Egadi Kayak, would book again without a doubt, Maurizio is a fantastic guide, also the snack he brought along, local delight!”
Giant group SUP and snorkeling in Torre Salsa Nature Reserve on Sicily’s wild coast. Private 6km paddle with a certified guide.
“Un tour in SUP in gruppo fantastico! Perfetto per esplorare i bellissimi panorami di Torre Salsa, riserva naturale protetta unica in tutta la Sicilia. Altamente consigliato”
From Mount Etna to the Valley of the Temples, the markets of Palermo to the islands offshore. Every way to spend a day on the island.
