Isola Bella Mini-cruise

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Isola Bella Mini-cruise

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Language: English

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Boat trip from Naxos to Isola Bella, a nature reserve
Snorkel and swim in the islet's sea caves
Admire the picturesque coastline with views of Etna

What to expect

Sicilians like to be direct. So when it came to naming the tiny islet of Isola Bella – it means ‘Beautiful Island' – there was only ever going to be one option. This cruise from Giardini-Naxos allows you to take in the amazing coastal views – with Mount Etna in the background – en route to Isola Bella.

The pine-clad rocky outcrop that is Isola Bella lingers at the end of a spit of sand and is a nature reserve known for its wildlife both above and below the water. Birds like kingfishers, peregrine falcons and herons call the islet home. When you reach the island, the boat will moor outside the Grotta Azzurra and Grotta del Giorno sea caves for swimming and snorkelling.

After you've had the chance to spot sea urchins, starfish, shrimp and eels among the coral, the boat will transfer you back to the harbour for yet another chance to take in the great coastal scenery.

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What's included

Boat cruise
Snack
Soft drinks
Snorkeling
Lifejacket

What to remember

To ensure a smooth sailing, the trip may run in the morning or afternoon, depending on the weather conditions
Tour lasts around 2.5 hours
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for guests who can't swim
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Subject to weather conditions
Transfers not included

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Provider

TUI ITALIA S.R.L.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7 /5

Based on 11 reviews from verified customers

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4.7/5

Staff

4.7/5

Safety

4.7/5

Value for money

4.7/5

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Førstegang på Sicilia
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5
12 July 2025
Travelled with family
Lurt å ha en dag å gå på. Vår opprinnelige dato ble avlyst pga for mye vind
M
M.L.
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4.2
16 September 2025
Travelled as a couple
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Hanna
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5
25 August 2025
Travelled with a group of friends
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Lund
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5
27 August 2023
Travelled with family
Bådens værter skabte de skønneste afslappede rammer for turen. Service var I top og jeg følte mig hele tiden tryg og i professionelle hænder. Det var min første snorkeltur. En stor oplevelse, og jeg giver mine bedste anbefalinger til turen,
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Otto
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5
15 June 2023
Travelled as a couple
Risteily toi mukavaa vaihtelua kaupungilla pyörimiseen ja oli oman matkani kohokohta. Maisemat oli kohdillaan ja otin kuvia todella paljon. Alle puolet kyytiläisistä meni snorklaamaan joten veneen laiturilla ei ollut ruuhkaa. Varusteiden käytöstä ei peritty lisämaksua ja niitä sai ottaa vapaasti veneen seinustalta lainaan. Tarjoilut olivat lähinnä virvoitusjuomia, keksejä ja pähkinöitä. Uimalasien läpi näki hyvin pohjan, kaloja sekä meduusoja (melko vaarattomia sellaisia).
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Meduusoja
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4.2
23 September 2023
Travelled with family

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