Favignana & Levanzo Boat Tour from Trapani with Swim Stops

Summary

Swim in turquoise Egadi waters taste Trapani snacks meet locals

You’ll ride a small boat from Trapani with a local guide who knows every story about these islands. Swim in Cala Azzurra’s clear water, wander Favignana’s lively port streets for snacks or coffee breaks, then snorkel secret coves near Levanzo before heading back salty-haired and sun-warmed. It’s less about sightseeing than feeling part of Sicilian summer for a day.

What’s the experience like?

We set off from Trapani’s port right on 10 — the kind of Sicilian morning where you can already smell salt on your skin before you even leave land. Our captain, Marco, waved us aboard with that half-smile locals do when they’re sizing up tourists (I get it). The boat wasn’t fancy but it felt right for the day: twelve of us, sun hats, backpacks, and someone’s kid already asking about dolphins. As we pulled away, the city faded into this flat blue expanse and I realized how close Favignana looks — but it still took a while to get there. Wind in my face, bits of sea spray on my arms. I tried to say “Grotta degli Innamorati” out loud and got a laugh from Marco. I probably butchered it.

The first stop was Cala Azzurra and honestly, I didn’t expect the water to look like that — so clear you could see every pebble below. We jumped in (well, some of us hesitated) and floated around while Marco handed out snorkeling masks. There was this faint smell of wild herbs coming off the island; maybe thyme? Someone said they saw a barracuda but I only caught flashes of silver fish darting past my feet. After Bue Marino — all jagged rocks and old tuff quarries — we docked at Favignana port for an hour or so. Walking through those narrow streets, you hear this mix of old men chatting in dialect and mopeds buzzing past. I grabbed a cold arancina from a bakery window and ate it standing up because that’s just what everyone else seemed to do.

Back on board, we drifted toward Levanzo. The sea changed color again — deeper blue here, almost purple in the shadows near Faraglione. At Cala Fredda I floated on my back for ages, just listening to distant voices echo off the cliffs and thinking about how battles once happened here between Romans and Carthaginians (Marco told us that part; he loves his history tangents). My hair still smelled like salt hours later. We stopped at another cove for more snorkeling — by then most of us were sunburnt or sleepy or both.

I keep thinking about the light that afternoon as we left Levanzo behind. Everything felt washed out but somehow sharper too — you know that feeling? Maybe it was just tiredness or maybe Sicily does something strange to your sense of time. Anyway, if you ever find yourself in Trapani wondering whether a day trip to Favignana & Levanzo is worth it… well, I’m still replaying those swims in my head.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat tour of Favignana and Levanzo

• Depart from Trapani port
• Stop at Cala Azzurra for snorkeling
• Swim at Bue Marino bay
• Swim at Cala Rossa beach
• Visit Favignana village center
• Sail to Levanzo island
• Swim and snorkel at Faraglione
• Stop for snorkeling at Cala Fredda
• Stop for snorkeling at Cala Minnola
• Return to Trapani port

Top questions

How long is the boat tour from Trapani to Favignana & Levanzo?

The tour starts at 10:00 am from Trapani port and ends around 6:00 pm.

Are swimming stops included during the Egadi Islands boat tour?

Yes, there are multiple stops for swimming and snorkeling at bays like Cala Azzurra and Bue Marino.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on this day trip?

Yes, snorkeling equipment is available on board for all guests.

How many people are on the boat tour?

The group size is limited to a maximum of 12 people per tour.

Do we visit Favignana town during the tour?

Yes, there is a stop at Favignana port with time to walk around the village center.

Are drinks or food included during the trip?

Bottled water, wine, Coca-Cola, and some traditional snacks are included.

Is there commentary or guidance during the cruise?

Yes, live commentary is provided by your local guide throughout the journey.

Are infants or children allowed on this boat tour?

Infants can join; prams/strollers are allowed and infant seats are available if needed.

What’s included

Your day includes departure from Trapani port with a small group led by a local guide who shares stories along the way; all fees and taxes covered; use of snorkeling gear for each swim stop; bottled water plus wine and Coca-Cola served onboard; restroom access; plus free time ashore in Favignana village before returning by evening.