A day on the Egadi Islands feels like a private swim club. This Trapani yacht excursion takes you to Levanzo and Favignana, with multiple water stops in the marine-protected area and lunch served on board.

What I like most is how calm it feels with few people on board, and how the water time is generous—bathing stops last longer than the big-boat chaos. You’ll also get snorkeling gear and a real shot at spotting local sea life.

One consideration: it’s not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness or you have mobility or back issues, this type of boat day may be rough.

Key Things That Make This Excursion Worth Your Day

• Small-group boat time: fewer people onboard means less rushing and more breathing room in the water.
• Longer bathing stops: you’re not just jumping in for a photo and out again.
• Snorkeling kit included: you’ll have the basics (mask and tube/snorkel) to explore what’s under the surface.
• Coves chosen for comfort: stops include sheltered areas when the commander decides conditions are right.
• On-board lunch with drinks: lunch includes water and wine, so you don’t spend your day hunting for food.

Why Levanzo and Favignana Feel Like the Best Use of a Day

If you’re staying in Trapani and you want more than a quick boat photo, this is a smart move. Levanzo and Favignana are close enough for a full day, but different enough to feel like you’re seeing two sides of the Egadi Islands.

Levanzo is the smaller, quieter feeling island stop. Favignana adds the “walk around and look around” part, with time for free wandering and shopping. The best part is that you’re not stuck in one mode. You get boat cruising, long swimming moments, and a real break on Favignana instead of just pass-through sightseeing.

Also, the day is built around the water. You’ll sail through the crystal-clear waters of the Egadi Islands protected marine area, and the schedule gives you multiple chances to get in and enjoy it.

Getting to the Boat in Trapani (and What to Pack)

You’ll meet at the Egadi Explorer Box 4 ticket office, where Mrs. Giovanna handles check-in. From there, the activity runs back to the same meeting point at the end of the day.

Bring practical beach-day gear because you’ll be in swim mode repeatedly:

• comfortable shoes (useful for getting on/off the boat and moving around)
• towel
• sunscreen and beachwear
• personal medication

Also, consider sun protection twice. The stops are long enough that you’ll likely reapply sunscreen even if you think you won’t.

One more practical note: this tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users and it’s not listed for people with back problems, recent surgeries, pregnancy, or babies under 1 year. And if you’re prone to seasickness, skip it—there’s no mention of a medical-friendly alternative.

The 9:30 Departure Rhythm: How the Day Flows

Departures are at a convenient time from Trapani at 9:30 am, and you’re back around 6:00 pm. That timing works well if you want a full day outdoors without feeling like you’ve lost the entire day to travel.

You’ll start with a cruise to Levanzo, then move through Favignana and its coastline with swimming/snorkeling stops. Lunch comes mid-day on board, and Favignana gets a couple hours for free time and shopping before the final swim stop.

The “few people on board” part matters here. With a smaller group, you’re less likely to feel herded and more likely to enjoy the quiet moments—especially when you’re waiting for the water stop to begin.

Levanzo Island: One Hour That’s Mostly About the Water

Your first island stop is Levanzo. You’ll get a boat cruise feeling, plus about 1 hour for swimming and snorkeling.

This stop is the one that usually wins people over for atmosphere. Levanzo is known for feeling less touched, and the water around the Egadi Islands can be wonderfully clear. With less time spent in lineups and more time actually doing the activity, it feels like you’re getting more “sea day” than “transfer day.”

You can snorkel using the kit provided on board. The tour makes it easy to take the gear and just go. Even if you’re a casual snorkeler, you’ll likely enjoy watching the seabed and spotting different sea creatures.

The instruction-style help is also practical: you can ask for a mask and tube on board, and you’ll be able to get in with the included snorkeling equipment. No complicated gear rental routine—just grab what you need and head out when the boat stops.

Favignana Cruise: Swimming, Snorkeling, and Wind-Sheltered Coves

After Levanzo, the day shifts to Favignana with a longer island water block. You’ll cruise, then spend about 1.5 hours at Favignana for swimming and snorkeling.

There’s more to it than just “more time.” The tour uses cove stops where the commander chooses locations sheltered from the wind. That can make a big difference in comfort, especially if you’re sensitive to choppy water or you just want the day to feel smooth.

Between swim moments, you’ll also get that classic Egadi viewpoint effect: sail along the islands with Mediterranean-color water and coastline views that don’t look overdeveloped. Favignana’s coast is dramatic in places, with hidden coves that look like they were made for a boat pause.

What you might spot while snorkeling

The snorkeling setup is meant for real observation, not just a quick mask-on-and-out. The tour highlights the possibility of seeing things like:

• groupers
• scorpion fish
• moray eels
• octopuses
• cloud gills

You won’t control what you see, of course. But the area you’re in and the fact you get actual time in the water make it more likely you’ll notice something interesting.

Lunch on Board: Fueling the Rest of the Day (Without Stress)

Lunch comes about mid-tour on board with a meal time of around 30 minutes. You’ll also have water and wine with the meal.

This is one of those “small” inclusions that turns into real value. Without lunch included, a boat day often turns into a mad scramble—grab something quick, eat it fast, and lose time. Here, you stay on schedule and keep enjoying the day’s rhythm.

The lunch timing also sets you up well. After lunch, you get Favignana free time—so you can refuel, cool down a bit in the shade, and then go explore without feeling hungry or rushed.

Practical tip: if you’re sensitive to sun, you may want to rest for a few minutes after eating. You’ll still want sunscreen, because the afternoon continues to be outdoors and you’ll be back in swim mode later.

Favignana Free Time: Shopping and Getting Your Bearings

You’ll have about 2 hours of free time on Favignana. This is when the trip stops being only water-and-waves and becomes a true island visit.

Use the window smartly:

• look along the coastlines while the light is still good
• do a bit of shopping if you want small souvenirs or island food items
• take a moment to sit and watch boats come and go

Two hours is enough for a satisfying wander, but not enough to treat Favignana like a standalone island vacation. So plan your walk with intention. Decide what you want most—photos, browsing, or a calmer sit-down—and aim for that.

If you want to combine this with other Trapani-area sightseeing, this free time is the part that helps you feel you actually stepped onto the island, not just visited it by boat.

Third Swim Stop: Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo

The final water portion is where the day often lands hardest in your memory: another swimming and snorkeling stop lasting about 40 minutes.

The tour notes the third swim location as either Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo. Either way, you’re ending the day with one more chance to enjoy the clear water and the kind of coves that don’t look like mass-tour destinations.

This is a good spot to slow down. After lunch and free time, you’ll be ready for the simple pleasure of being back in the sea. Snorkel when you’re comfortable, take breaks when you need them, and enjoy the fact that the boat doesn’t treat this as a quick in-and-out.

Also, the tour repeats the “longer-than-big-boat stops” advantage here. That makes a difference if you’re learning snorkeling or just want time to relax in the water.

Price and Value: Is €73.64 a Fair Deal?

The price listed is $73.64 per person for an 8-hour day, including:

• snorkeling equipment (tube and mask)
• lunch on board
• water and wine with the meal
• crew and fuel

That’s fairly strong value when you think about what’s actually being delivered. You’re paying for the boat, the fuel, the crew, the itinerary, the water-time, and the included lunch—so you’re not adding separate costs for boat access and food.

The main extra you should budget for is the marine-protected-area tax of €5.00 per person, which isn’t included. So the true “all-in” cost is slightly higher than the sticker price once you factor that fee.

Still, the value equation improves further if:

• you want multiple swim stops (not just one quick one)
• you care about snorkeling gear without rental hassle
• you prefer a smaller group over a large passenger boat

In short: the price makes the most sense if your priority is time in the water and not a rushed shore visit.

Who This Excursion Fits Best (and Who Should Rethink It)

This tour is a great fit if you want a classic Sicilian island day with a sea-first mindset. You’ll likely enjoy it most if you:

• like swimming and want longer, calmer water time
• plan to snorkel and want basic gear included
• prefer a boat experience with fewer people onboard
• want an island mix: Levanzo water time plus Favignana free wandering

It may not be the best match if you:

• are prone to seasickness (it’s specifically not suitable)
• have back problems or trouble with mobility
• use a wheelchair (not suitable)
• have recent surgery or other medical limitations mentioned
• are traveling with infants under 1 year

One last consideration: bring your tolerance for sun and salt. This isn’t a shaded-city tour. You’ll be outdoors for hours with repeated swim time.

Should You Book This Yacht Excursion to Levanzo and Favignana?

I’d book it if you want the Egadi Islands to feel personal: crystal-clear water, fewer people on board, longer swimming stops, and snorkeling gear without extra steps. The mix of island time (Levanzo and Favignana) plus on-board lunch makes it a smooth day, not a complicated one.

I wouldn’t book it if your day depends on comfort and predictability around boats. If seasickness is an issue for you, or if you need easy accessibility, this isn’t designed for that.

If your plan includes Trapani and you want one standout sea day, this one is built for it—especially if you care about quality time in the water, not just ticking off islands from a map.

FAQ

How long is the yacht excursion?

It lasts about 8 hours.

What time does the tour depart from Trapani?

It departs at 9:30 am.

Where do I meet for the tour?

You meet at the Egadi Explorer Box 4 ticket office, with Mrs. Giovanna.

Where does the tour end?

It ends back at the same meeting point in Trapani.

Which islands are visited?

You visit Levanzo and Favignana, with additional swimming stops in the area.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is served on board, and it includes water and wine with the meal.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, specifically a tube and mask (snorkel gear basics are available on board).

Are there swimming stops during the day?

Yes. There are swimming and snorkeling stops at Levanzo, at Favignana, and at a final location such as Grotta degli Innamorati or Scalo Cavallo.

What extra fee is not included?

The Marine Protected Area tax is €5.00 per person and is not included.

What should I bring to the boat?

Bring comfortable shoes, a towel, sunscreen, beachwear, and any personal medication.

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