Trapani: Yacht Excursion to Levanzo and Favignana with Lunch

The best part of this eight-hour yacht trip is the room to enjoy the Egadi Islands at a calmer pace. Instead of spending the day on a huge boat, you travel with a smaller group and get longer swimming stops around Levanzo and Favignana. I like the three chances to swim, and I like that mask, snorkel gear, lunch, water, and wine are included.

The main drawback is that this is an active day on the water, not a sightseeing cruise with a long island tour. You need to be comfortable with sun, boat motion, swimming, and a full schedule. The tour is also not suitable for people over 70, people with back problems, pregnant women, wheelchair users, or anyone prone to seasickness.

Key points to know before booking

• Three swimming stops: Swim near Levanzo, Cala Rossa or Cala Azzurra, and either Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo.
• Small-boat setting: Fewer people mean a more relaxed feel and more time in the water than on a very large excursion boat.
• Lunch at sea: Your meal includes water and wine, with 30 minutes set aside for eating on board.
• Two hours in Favignana: You get time to walk around, shop, and see the island beyond the shoreline.
• Snorkeling gear included: Ask the crew for a mask and tube to look for groupers, moray eels, octopuses, scorpion fish, and other sea life.
• Simple Trapani departure: Meet at the Egadi Explorer Box 4 ticket office at Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 94, for the 9:30 am departure.

A small yacht makes the day feel less rushed

This excursion is built around the sea rather than a long list of land attractions. You leave Trapani in the morning, cruise toward Levanzo, swim in the protected waters of the Egadi Islands, then continue to Favignana for more time in the water, lunch, and a two-hour break on land.

That smaller-boat format matters. A large vessel can carry more people, but boarding, finding a place to sit, and getting into the water can feel less personal. Here, the aim is to spend more time actually swimming and less time managing a crowd. The tour description emphasizes longer bathing stops, and the schedule supports that: one hour at Levanzo, an hour and a half at Favignana, another 40 minutes later in the day, plus two hours ashore.

You should still keep your expectations sensible. The exact cove depends on conditions. At Favignana, the captain chooses between Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra for one stop, and between Grotta degli Innamorati and Scalo Cavallo for another. This flexibility helps the crew look for a sheltered place, but it means you cannot count on visiting every named site.

Leaving Trapani at 9:30 am

The meeting point is the Egadi Explorer Box 4 ticket office at Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 94. The tour returns to the same point at about 6:00 pm, giving you a full day with no need to arrange separate transport between islands.

The morning departure is useful if you want a complete island day, but plan around it. You will be outside for most of the day, and the combination of swimming, sun, wind, and boat travel can be tiring. Wear swimwear under comfortable clothes, bring a towel, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and any personal medication you need.

The crew and host can speak English, Italian, Polish, and Spanish. That gives you a practical way to ask for snorkeling equipment, clarify the lunch arrangements, or get help during the swimming stops. No individual guide names are provided, so do not book this expecting a named private guide.

Levanzo: the first hour in the water

Levanzo is your first main stop, with about an hour for a boat cruise, swimming, and snorkeling. The early stop works well because you get into the water before the day has fully heated up, and it gives you a chance to settle into the rhythm of the excursion.

The waters around the island are part of the Egadi Islands Marine Protected Area. The appeal here is the clear sea and the feeling of reaching less developed coastal places by boat. You can ask for a mask and tube, then look below the surface for marine life. The listed species include groupers, scorpion fish, moray eels, octopuses, and cloud gills.

Snorkeling conditions depend on visibility, sunlight, wind, and your own comfort in the water. The equipment is included, but you should bring a towel and sunscreen because there is no promise of shade or changing facilities. If you prefer simply to swim or sit in the sun, you are not required to use the mask and tube.

This is also the part of the day where seasickness may become clear. If boat motion bothers you, a small yacht may not solve the problem. The activity specifically excludes people prone to seasickness, so consider that restriction seriously rather than treating it as a minor note.

Cruising toward Favignana

After Levanzo, the boat continues toward Favignana. The journey itself is part of the experience, with views across the Egadi Islands and their Mediterranean colors. It is a good time to stay on deck, watch the coast, and let the crew handle the route.

The tour does not present this crossing as a formal guided lecture, so you should expect a scenic cruise rather than a detailed history lesson. That suits people who want an easy day at sea. If you want a deep cultural tour of Favignana, this excursion may feel light on interpretation.

The benefit is freedom. You are not spending the entire day listening to commentary or following a guide through streets. You can swim, sunbathe, look for sea life, and later spend time on Favignana at your own pace.

Cala Rossa or Cala Azzurra for the second swim

The next swimming stop lasts about an hour and a half. The captain chooses between Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, selecting a cove sheltered from the wind. You can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or jump from the boat if conditions and crew instructions allow it.

This is likely the main water stop of the day, since it offers the longest scheduled period for getting into the sea. The clear water and protected setting are the main draw, not a collection of formal attractions. Bring patience as well as enthusiasm: the boat may need to adjust the stop according to wind and sea conditions.

The snorkeling kit includes a mask and tube. That is a useful saving, especially if you did not bring your own equipment. Still, the information does not specify sizes or the number of sets available, so ask the crew early if you want to snorkel.

Lunch on board with water and wine

Lunch is served on the boat, with about 30 minutes allocated for the meal. Water and wine are included, which keeps the price easier to understand and means you do not need to search for a restaurant during the excursion.

A 30-minute lunch is a short meal break. Think of it as a practical refueling stop between swims, not a long Sicilian lunch with several leisurely courses. The meal details are not specified, so contact the provider before booking if you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or strong food preferences.

Eating on board has a clear advantage: you stay with the group and do not lose time going ashore. It also means you are eating in a moving or gently shifting environment. If you have a sensitive stomach, take that into account, especially because the tour is not suitable for people prone to seasickness.

Water and wine are included with the meal, but other drinks and food are not listed. Bring anything essential for your own comfort only if the operator allows it, and do not assume that special meals are available.

Two hours to explore Favignana

After lunch, you get about two hours of free time on Favignana for walking and shopping. This is an important part of the day because it breaks up the swimming schedule and lets you experience the island from land.

You can use the time to wander, browse shops, or simply get off the boat and stretch your legs. The tour does not specify a guided walk or a set list of sights, so you are responsible for choosing how to spend the break. That is a plus if you value independence, but less useful if you want someone to lead you through the island.

Keep an eye on the meeting time. Two hours sounds generous, but it passes quickly if you stop to shop or walk farther from the landing point. Stay aware of where the boat or crew expects you to return.

A small tourist train is not included. If you want to use it during your free time, you will pay separately. The excursion also does not include anything outside the listed inclusions, so budget for personal purchases and optional activities.

The final stop at Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo

The last swimming stop lasts about 40 minutes and takes place at either Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo. This shorter stop is well placed at the end of the day: you get one more chance to swim before returning to Trapani, without adding another long break.

By this point, you may be ready for a quieter ride home. Bring a dry layer if you tend to feel cool after swimming, although the listed requirements only specifically call for beachwear, a towel, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and medication.

The changing location is not a flaw. It reflects the practical need to choose a suitable cove on the day. Wind matters around exposed coastlines, and a sheltered stop is usually more enjoyable than a famous place with rough water.

What the $73.64 price really covers

At $73.64 per person, the price includes the boat, crew, fuel, snorkeling mask and tube, lunch, water, and wine. It also covers a full eight-hour outing from Trapani to two islands, with three swimming stops and two hours of free time on Favignana.

That is a solid package if you plan to use the included gear and eat on board. You avoid paying separately for a boat ride, lunch, and snorkeling equipment. The value is strongest for people who want an active sea day rather than a ferry ticket with their own plans.

The Marine Protected Area tax costs an additional €5 per person. The little train is also extra, as are anything else not specifically included. Add those costs before comparing this tour with a basic ferry crossing.

You are also buying convenience. The crew handles the route between Levanzo and Favignana, chooses sheltered swimming areas, and brings you back to Trapani. The tradeoff is less control over exact timing and exact coves than you would have with a private charter.

Who should book this boat trip?

I would choose this excursion if you want swimming to be the main event, enjoy being on a smaller boat, and like having some free time on land without planning the island connections yourself. It suits couples, friends, and active adults who are comfortable with a long day outdoors.

It is less suitable if you want a quiet sightseeing cruise, a detailed cultural tour, or a flexible schedule. The day has several planned stops, and the boat remains your base for most of the excursion.

The health restrictions are direct. The tour is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, recent surgery, wheelchair users, babies under one year, people over 140 kilograms, people over 70, or those prone to seasickness. Take these limits seriously, especially the age and weight limits, since they are part of the operator’s conditions.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms help if your Trapani plans are still shifting, but they do not change the physical demands of the day.

My call: book it for water time, skip it for sightseeing

Book this tour if your ideal Egadi Islands day means clear water, repeated swimming, snorkeling, a simple lunch with wine, and a little time to walk around Favignana. The small-group format, included equipment, and three water stops give it a clear purpose and good practical value.

Skip it if you dislike boat motion, need accessible facilities, want a long restaurant lunch, or prefer to explore Favignana at your own pace. For the right kind of day, this is a straightforward way to see Levanzo and Favignana from the water without having to organize the route yourself.

FAQ

Where does the yacht excursion start and finish?

The tour starts at the Egadi Explorer Box 4 ticket office at Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 94, in Trapani. It ends back at the same meeting point.

What time does the boat leave Trapani?

The scheduled departure is 9:30 am. The return is planned for approximately 6:00 pm, for a total duration of about eight hours.

Which islands does the excursion visit?

The boat visits Levanzo and Favignana. The route includes swimming and snorkeling stops around both islands, plus free time on Favignana.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. A mask and tube are included, and you can ask the crew for the equipment on board.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes. Lunch is served on board, and water and wine are included with the meal. The meal details are not specified.

Are there extra costs?

The Marine Protected Area tax is an additional €5 per person. The little train and anything else not listed among the inclusions cost extra.

Who is this activity not suitable for?

The excursion is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, wheelchair users, people prone to seasickness, people with recent surgeries, babies under one year, people over 140 kilograms, or people over 70 years.