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
  • check Boat cruise
  • check Snack
  • check Soft drinks
  • check Snorkeling
  • check 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

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4.7 /5

Based on 11 reviews from verified customers

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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

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    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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