Catania · CYCLOPS RIVIERA BOAT TRIPS
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Just north of Catania the coast turns to black lava stacks, the rocks Homer’s Cyclops is said to have hurled at Odysseus off Aci Trezza. These boat trips run the Riviera dei Ciclopi: which stop to swim and snorkel, which pour an aperitif on board, how long you are on the water, and where each one sets off from.
Small-group sailing off Catania’s Cyclops Coast for snorkeling, SUP, and a Sicilian apéritif with local cheese and pistachio.
“Amazing trip! Wonderful emotions! The girl-guide is simply incredible! Thank you! Greetings from Ukraine!”
A 4-hour Ionian sail from Catania to Aci Trezza for snorkeling and SUP, plus a Sicilian aperitif with Prosecco.
“Tour was great and only 8 people on board. Our guide Gioele was superb. He was full of interesting facts which made the tour great. great swimming location with Crystal clear water. Unfortunately they're was no wind so we couldn't actually sail. The bread was late being delivered which delayed our departure but we got the time back we lost at the end of the day. overall, a great day on the water”
Hop-on bus in Catania with open-top views to Acicastello and Acitrezza, plus multilingual audio on the Riviera dei Ciclopi.
“The bus driver (long blck hair und sleeves tattoo) hat always pointed to the buildings as we were driving. That war very helpful. We were allowed to go out for 10 Minutes in every stop to take Fotos or wait an hour for the next bus. Empfehlungswet!!!!”
24-hour hop-on hop-off bus from Catania to Acicastello and Acitrezza, with 9-language audio and scenic coastal views.
“Aci Castello was lovely however I don’t think the trip was worth what we paid, the bus was old and uncomfortable, the voice over was intermittent, it stopped at each place for between 10 & 20mins, at one we set a timer for 15 mins (20 mins stop) got back and the bus had gone we then had to wait for almost 90 mins for the next one which then left us less time at the next stops as the busses only run 10-4”
Snorkel Sicily’s volcanic Cyclops Coast on a 13-meter boat from Aci Castello, guided by marine experts at Aci Trezza and La Timpa.
“Very friendly staff, who told us about the history of Sicily. We went to one snorkeling spot and saw some lava caves from the boat. It was a fairly small group (about ten). The equipment was included and water and some fruit was available. Definitely recommend!”
Snorkel Catania’s lava coast and protected Isole Ciclopi sea. 2.5 hours with gear, marine-biologist guide, hot tea, biscuits.
“The activity was shorter than expected. According to the description, it was 3 hours of activity and everything was done in less than 1 hour 30 minutes.”
Boat past the Cyclops Coast, swim in Ulysses’ Caves, and enjoy a small hot Sicilian lunch with organic wine on this 3-hour tour.
“Overall great! I would say that summer is probably best. Unfortunately in rougher seas you can’t swim.”
Private guided day in Catania and Acitrezza, with Amenano underground sights and Cyclops Coast views—pickup, tickets, and bottled water included.
“Elena was a sweet, likable tour guide and she knows her business. She made it a point that we are comfortable. My wife enjoyed her company.”
A 2-hour small-group boat tour from Aci Trezza to spot dolphins, turtles, and Sicilian fish in protected waters.
“We were lucky enough to see some beautiful dolphins. ✨🐬”
A 3-hour sail from Catania to the Cyclops islands and Ulysses Caves, with snorkeling, lava views near Etna, and an aperitif with prosecco.
