Tours/Palermo/Viator
Viator · group up to 100 pax

Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences

4.8(233)Palermo1 hour
VIATOR4.5(43)TRIPADVISOR4.9(190)

Description

Discover the coast of Palermo with a unique 4-hour experience. Daily departures from the Trapezoidal Pier (Marina Yachting) at 09:30; 14:30 or 19:30. Itinerary : We will reach the suggestive Queen's Cave for breathtaking photos and snorkeling, and then sail to the crystal clear waters of Mondello. Here you can relax while the captain prepares an authentic Sicilian aperitif on board: sfincione, arancine, panelle, croquettes and the inevitable Palermo cannoli. What the package includes: Drinks: Aperol Spritz (adults), Coke (children) and unlimited water. Food : Local street food (vegan/GF options on request with 24h notice) Equipment: Masks, noodles and underwater scooters. Extras on board: Wine, beer and prosecco available to order. Comfort and Safety: We will sail on Lady Grace (vintage style, max 7 people) or Baloo (modern, max 17 people) Guaranteed departure with minimum 3 - 4 participants. Stops may vary depending on the weather to ensure maximum relaxation.

Tour Options

Half-day tour of the city

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

Stop at the Queen's Cave for exciting snorkeling with our diving equipment.

60 min

Stop in Mondello for snorkeling with our equipment, while we delight you with authentic Palermo street food and Aperol Spritz.

Highlights

The captain will choose between the two boats available based on the number of participants
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Tour with Aperol Spritz for adults and Coca Cola for children. Sicilian aperitif, street food and unlimited fresh water included

What's included

Included
The captain will choose between the two boats available based on the number of participants
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Tour with Aperol Spritz for adults and Coca Cola for children. Sicilian aperitif, street food and unlimited fresh water included
Not included
Extra drinks such as wine and prosecco are not included but are available for purchase on board. Personalize your experience with your choices.
For a special occasion, give yourself an unforgettable moment: flowers and cake on request for you.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is mandatory to carry identification documents with you during the entire journey.

Reviews(233)

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Megan_S
June 10, 2026
Excellent Adventure

The operators of this tour were extremely friendly, and were more than willing to accommodate any needs you may have. Furthermore, the food provided was excellent, much better than we were expecting. The places that we stopped to swim were also very cool, the water was so clear and beautiful. Definitely book this if you are considering it.

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tonyfK8183VT
June 5, 2026
Outstanding experience!

100. Outstanding! Enjoyed every moment! You family tour was lovely! Salve and Grazia to your father, mother, brother, daughter and wife! Made goodfriends with the couple from Portland, the young London mates, the couple enjoying a late honeymoon from Norway! And Amber and Eve from Holland. Delicious food and drinks. Thrilled to swim in the Crystal clear ultra blue water off the boat. Enjoyed every moment Tarzan! Molto Molto Grazia Alberto!

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Sylvie B
June 3, 2026
Fantastic day !

This was a very nice surprise especially that we booked it the day before ! Angela , Alberto and his dad the captain were so pleasant friendly accommodating and very welcoming . We had a memorable time , enjoyed the ride , swim , atmosphere the Sicilian bites and desserts … the typical Sicilian welcome ! This boat tour was an excellent end to our stay in Palermo and definitely one of the highlights of our stay in Sicily

Operator response

Grazie, sono felice che siete stati bene con noi ,speriamo che possiate ritornare 💪❤️

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enricosP4296NQ
June 2, 2026
The best boat tour in all of Palermo.

I appreciated the courtesy and availability of the staff, the equipment on board for water fun (SUP boards, masks, etc.), and the good food. The attention to detail by the staff makes the experience unique and unforgettable. Absolutely worth doing again!!

Operator response

❤️💪thanks

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kevincB7794QU
May 29, 2026
Awesome afternoon boat ride and swimming!

This was a great way to spend an afternoon in Palermo. The owners and guide were awesome, providing us with a great experience, snacks and swimming. Highly recommend!

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Calum_D
May 25, 2026
Recommended

Really enjoyable. 4 hours flew by. Staff really friendly and food was delicious. Equipment provided helpful. Boat/journey steady, not rocky. Enough space for the 12 people travelling too. You’ll need your sunscreen. Didn’t use it but toilet on board fyi. Meeting point easy to find too. No notes but we were informed the evening before that the start time was an hour earlier than advertised. No problem for us as we didn’t have any plans either side of that but something to factor in just in case.

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Warwick_E
April 27, 2026
Great day on the water

It was a wonderful experience. A fabulous way to see Palermo from the water. Staff and crew were kind abd considerate

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Анастасія Х
March 13, 2026
Magical✨

This tour was absolutely magical! The yacht was beautiful and very comfortable. The food on board was delicious, and everything was organized perfectly. The staff were amazing – very friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with anything we needed. It was really fun talking with them, and they created such a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We also had a wonderful group of people, which made the whole experience even нmore enjoyable. We felt that we received a lot of attention and care throughout the trip. Everything was explained clearly in English, which made it very easy to follow and relax. Overall, it was a truly charming and memorable experience. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sicily!

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Susannah_B
November 17, 2025
Lovely boat trip

Excellent boat trip and lovely end to our trip to Palermo. On Viator it’s advertised at 3pm but as it gets dark earlier in November, they got in touch with a suggested earlier time and were very accommodating. Angela and her son were kind and friendly. First they took us to Mondello (beautiful spot) and docked so we could swim. Then they prepared a tasty Sicilian street food platter and Aperol Spritz. Then we sailed back towards Palermo and stopped at Queen’s Cave for a second swim and quick exploration. As the sun set, they provided us with cannoli, limoncello and fun music. Lovely time, thank you again :-)

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carol_r
October 26, 2025
Wonderful day on the water.

Awesome experience Luca and Angela made you feel like part of the family. Super relaxing. Great swimming options. The brunch was more than enough food. A must do experience.

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