The coast of Taormina and the bay of Giardini Naxos seen from above, with pink oleander and Mount Etna in the distance

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Boat trips Giardini Naxos – Taormina – Isola Bella

Join us on one of the fantastic sea trips offered by our boats.

Our boat trips

Six ways to discover the Taormina coast, all departing from the port of Giardini Naxos.

  • Classic boat tour: Giardini Naxos – Taormina – Isola Bella
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Classic tour

    Giardini Naxos – Taormina – Isola Bella

    2 hours from €40 per person
  • Private boat tour: Giardini Naxos – Taormina – Isola Bella
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Private tour

    Giardini Naxos – Taormina – Isola Bella

    2 hours from €400 per boat
  • Dolphin watching sunset cruise with Sicilian aperitif
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Dolphin watching sunset cruise

    with Sicilian aperitif on the Taormina coast

    2.5 hours from €50 per person
  • Bachelorette & bachelor party on a boat in Taormina
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Bachelorette party

    On the Taormina coast

    2 hours from €400 per boat
  • Snorkeling tour: Taormina coast – Isola Bella marine park
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Snorkeling

    Taormina coast – Isola Bella

    2 hours from €45 per person
  • Private boat tour with lunch on board: Taormina – Isola Bella
    Giardini Naxos Port

    Private tour with lunch on board

    Taormina – Isola Bella

    3 hours from €120 per person

What you will see from the boat

From the port of Giardini Naxos our boats follow the coast of Taormina to the Isola Bella nature reserve, the sea caves and the bays below the town, with Mount Etna in the background.

  • Isola Bella
  • Grotta Azzurra
  • Grotta degli Innamorati
  • Grotta del Corallo
  • Baia di Mazzarò
  • Baia delle Sirene
  • Capo Taormina
  • Etna

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Moments on board

  • Crystal-clear turquoise water at Isola Bella, seen from the boat
  • A dolphin jumping out of the sea at sunset off the Taormina coast
  • The glowing blue water inside the Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto)
  • Guests relaxing on deck under the sunshade near the cliffs of Taormina
  • Golden sunset behind Mount Etna, seen from the sea
  • A group of friends toasting with prosecco on board

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What our guests say

Reviews published by our guests on Tripadvisor.

4.7/5 on Tripadvisor · 420 reviews
  • Concetta VOctober 2025

    Enjoyable boat tour of Taormina.

    Gianluca (the guide and boat driver) made the boat tour very enjoyable. Music was great and his interaction with the tuorists was fun.

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  • Nickolas HOctober 2025

    Amazing Giardini Naxos/Taormina boat tour

    Amazing experience and views, big thanks to the boat captain Gianluca for an amazing experience. Cheers from Nickolas!

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  • John ROctober 2025

    A great two hours

    Had a great two hours with Gianluca. The grandkids still talking about it. They got to steer the boat. It’s great way to appreciate the beauty of the coast

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  • Kelly GOctober 2025

    Wonderful Boat Tour!

    Wonderful boat tour with a friendly and knowledgable captain! The company had flexibility with my booking date due to questionabale weather. Loved seeing the beautiful countryside and Mt Etna from the sea. It was chilly for swimming but we stopped outside Isola Bella for prosecco and treats. I would do this tour again.

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  • Karen QOctober 2025

    A fantastic boat trip!

    A fabulous boat trip, really enjoyable and the skipper was warm and friendly.We seen some great sights and the skipper was really knowledgeable. I highly recommend this trip.

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  • desertfoodie82October 2025

    Great tour with excellent guides

    Excellent tour, loved all the information and getting to see all the different sites from the water. The grottoes were beautiful, and the views of Sicily were amazing

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  • Pierre GOctober 2025

    Extraordinary

    Beautiful excursion, ultra friendly guide, good aperitif on board, swimming in a pretty cove, visit of caves.... It was perfect! I highly recommend

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  • Cassio MOctober 2025

    Beautiful.

    Care of our guide · Time at the stops · Beautiful places · Punctual · Good size of the group · Animation · Time for photos

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  • Humberto MOctober 2025

    Beautiful

    Beautiful Mood, a nice and funny commander! He took the time to explain everything, to show us the coast properly

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get to you?

All our boats leave from the port of Giardini Naxos (Via Schisò). Distances: Taormina 8 km, Letojanni 10 km, Catania 48 km; motorway exit Giardini Naxos.

From Taormina, Letojanni and the nearby towns you can take the Interbus bus – check the timetable and the stop closest to your hotel. On request, transport can be arranged for a fee.

When do the boat trips run?

The season runs from 1 April to 31 October. Departure times depend on the tour and the period of the year – you will find them on each tour page.

Can I opt for a personalised tour?

Yes. You can choose a private tour, where you decide who comes with you and how long the trip lasts.

Is the boat tour suitable for children?

Yes. Children can enjoy the boat tour in complete safety. On the shared tours children aged 3–5 pay a reduced price and children under 2 travel free.

Are there any shaded areas on the boat?

Yes. The boat has a sunshade: there is a shaded area and a sunbathing area.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. All snorkeling gear is included in the price of the snorkeling tour.

How do I book?

Send us a request with the booking form, call us, or write to us on WhatsApp or by e-mail. We will reply to confirm availability.

Book your boat trip

Send us a request: we will reply by e-mail, phone or WhatsApp to confirm availability.

Children under 2 travel free.
This is only a request – nothing is paid online.

Contact

  • Address

    Porto di Giardini Naxos
    Via Schisò, 98035 Giardini Naxos (ME), Italia

  • Opening hours

    Every day: 08:00 – 20:00

  • Getting here

    Taormina 8 km · Letojanni 10 km · Catania 48 km
    Motorway exit: Giardini Naxos
    Interbus buses connect Taormina and Letojanni with Giardini Naxos.

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