Egadi Islands: Sail Boat Tour Favignana & Levanzo Small Group

Summary

Favignana & Levanzo sailing day with swims, village strolls, local lunch

You’ll feel the Mediterranean wind as you sail from Trapani to Favignana & Levanzo in a small group, stopping to swim and snorkel in coves like Cala Azzurra. Enjoy Sicilian lunch on board before wandering quiet island villages—plus plenty of time for laughter or just floating in turquoise water.

What’s the experience like?

"You guys ready for your first swim?" That’s what our skipper, Marco, shouted as we drifted into Cala Azzurra. I could smell salt and sunscreen already mixing in the air. The water was this wild shade of blue — not just one blue, but layers — and honestly, I hesitated before jumping in because it looked almost too perfect. But then someone else splashed in and laughed so loud I couldn’t help it. My mask kept fogging up but I still saw schools of tiny silver fish darting around my legs.

We set off from Trapani around 9:30, sails up and coffee still kicking in. There were only about ten of us on board — a couple from Palermo, a German family, two solo travelers (one kept taking photos of every cloud). Marco told stories about the old tuff quarries at Bue Marino as we passed them — he pointed out these pale cliffs that looked soft enough to crumble if you touched them. The wind picked up for a while and you could hear the ropes creak against the mast. At Cala Rossa, I tried to pronounce “Favignana” right; Marco grinned but didn’t correct me.

Lunch was simple but good — bread with caponata and some local cheese, plus wine that tasted like sunshine (or maybe that was just the heat). We moored at Favignana’s little port and wandered through narrow streets where old men sat outside their doors watching us go by. There was this bakery with sweet almond pastries — I grabbed one and ate it standing up because there weren’t any tables left. Nobody minded.

Levanzo felt quieter somehow. The houses are all whitewashed with turquoise doors; even the stray cats seemed relaxed here. We stopped at Cala Fredda for another swim (the water colder than before) and I floated on my back looking at the sky until someone called me for more vino. By Cala Minnola my skin smelled like seaweed and sunscreen mixed together — not glamorous but real.

I keep thinking about the way the light changed as we sailed back to Trapani — gold on the water, everyone a little sunburned and sleepy. If you’re wondering about this Egadi sail boat tour from Trapani, well… I’d do it again just for that last hour alone.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sail and explore Egadi Islands

• Depart from Trapani port
• Hoist the sail and start sailing
• Stop at Cala Azzurra for swimming
• Swim at Bue Marino bay
• Swim and snorkel at Cala Rossa
• Arrive and moor at Favignana port
• Visit Favignana village
• Lunch on board with local products
• Sail to Levanzo island
• Stop at Cala Fredda for swimming and snorkeling
• Stop at Cala Minnola for swimming and snorkeling
• Return to Trapani port

Top questions

How long is the Egadi sail boat tour from Trapani?

The tour starts at 9:30 am from Trapani port and ends around 6:00 pm.

Are snorkeling equipment and lunch included?

Yes, snorkeling gear is provided on board along with lunch featuring typical Sicilian products.

Which islands are visited during the day trip?

The boat visits both Favignana and Levanzo islands with several swimming stops at bays like Cala Azzurra and Cala Fredda.

Is this Egadi Islands tour suitable for families?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels; infants can join if seated on an adult's lap or in a stroller.

How many people are on each sail boat?

The maximum group size per boat is 12 people.

Is there a restroom available on board?

Yes, there is a restroom available on the sailboat during the trip.

Can I reach Trapani port by public transport?

Yes, public transportation options are available near Trapani port where the tour departs.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water, soft drinks like Coca Cola, local wine with lunch based on Sicilian specialties served onboard after exploring Favignana village, all fees and taxes covered, use of snorkeling equipment throughout multiple swimming stops—and yes, there’s a restroom onboard too before returning to Trapani in the evening.