Egadi Islands Tour: Excursion to Favignana and Levanzo by Dinghy with Lunch Included
Crystal-clear coves, ancient history, and Sicilian flavours on a full-day dinghy adventure through the Egadi Islands
This Egadi Islands dinghy tour from Trapani invites you to spend a full day exploring Favignana and Levanzo, two of Sicily's most celebrated island destinations. You will visit legendary coves, swim in turquoise waters, and share an on-board lunch rooted in Trapani's culinary tradition.
Favignana rewards visitors with a variety of coastal landscapes, from the white-sand shallows of Cala Azzurra to the red limestone cliffs of Cala Rossa, a bay whose name echoes the naval battles of the First Punic War fought here in 241 BC. Between swimming stops, the dinghy anchors at sea caves including Bue Marino and Grotta degli Innamorati, where unusual rock formations and plays of light make every moment photogenic.
Levanzo, the smallest and quietest of the Egadi Islands, adds a different character to the day. The island's three featured coves, Cala Dogana, Cala Fredda, and Cala Minnula, span geological and human history stretching back to Phoenician mariners, and their calm, clear waters remain ideal for snorkelling today.
Difficulty is rated easy, meaning the tour suits most fitness levels. Comfortable footwear for boarding, a sense of curiosity, and sunscreen are all you truly need to bring.
Tour Highlights
Swim and snorkel at Cala Azzurra, one of Favignana's most celebrated bays, known for its shallow turquoise shallows and white sandy bottom.
Explore the sea cave of Bue Marino, once a refuge for Mediterranean monk seals, with its deep blue water and dramatic rock formations.
Visit Cala Rossa, a historically significant bay where the colour of the cliffs and the memory of ancient battles combine to create a striking landscape.
Enjoy a mid-tour aperitivo on board, with prosecco, Spritz options, and light snacks served between swimming stops.
Sit down to an included on-board lunch featuring traditional Trapani dishes: cunzato bread, arancine, pizza, seasonal fruit, and local wine.
Discover Levanzo's secluded coves of Cala Fredda and Cala Minnula, sites of ancient freshwater springs and centuries of maritime activity.
Stroll through Favignana's historic village centre, where tuna-fishing heritage, craft shops, and Mediterranean architecture create an authentic island atmosphere.
Itinerary Overview
The tour opens at Cala Azzurra, where calm, shallow water makes snorkelling accessible for all levels. The dinghy then moves on to the Bue Marino sea cave, whose interior walls channel sunlight into shifting reflections across the water's surface.
Between stops, guests enjoy a relaxed aperitivo with prosecco, Spritz, soft drinks, and light snacks on deck. The next swimming stop is Cala Rossa, where red limestone formations rise from the sea and the remnants of ancient tuff quarries are still visible along the shoreline.
The dinghy anchors at the Grotta degli Innamorati, a sea cave named after rock formations that appear to show two figures embracing. At 13:00 the boat docks at Favignana port for an on-board lunch of Trapani-style dishes, followed by free time to explore the village on foot.
The afternoon crossing reaches Levanzo at Cala Dogana, the island's main landing bay, before moving to the sheltered Cala Fredda, where historic freshwater springs once served sailors for centuries. The final swimming stop is Cala Minnula, a pebble-and-sand cove used as an anchorage since Phoenician times.
As the excursion draws to a close, guests are offered fresh seasonal fruit alongside a glass of prosecco or a shot of cantaloupe liqueur on board. The dinghy then returns to Trapani, completing the eight-hour journey.
What Is Included and Excluded
Included
- Full-day dinghy excursion to Favignana and Levanzo
- Professional guide on board throughout
- Mid-tour aperitivo: prosecco, Spritz options, soft drinks, and snacks
- On-board lunch: cunzato bread, arancine, pizza, seasonal fruit, water, wine, and soft drinks
- Closing refreshment: seasonal fruit, prosecco, or cantaloupe liqueur
- Snorkelling stops at multiple coves and sea caves
- Visit to Favignana village with free exploration time
Not Included
- Snorkelling equipment (available to bring your own)
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for the crew
- Any personal purchases in Favignana village
- Transport to and from Trapani port
Important Information
Ready to Explore the Egadi Islands?
Secure your place on this full-day dinghy excursion to Favignana and Levanzo and experience the Egadi Islands as they are meant to be seen: from the water, at a relaxed pace, with great food and genuine Sicilian hospitality.
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