To discover the Eolian Islands, nothing better than a boat ride! Discover the best excursions in the Eolian Islands.
The Eolian Islands form an archipelago in a circle arc northeast of Sicily, in which seven islands are inhabited. Their volcanoes that emerge from the depths of the sea should not surprise you. Indeed, all are of volcanic origins, and Stromboli and Vulcano are even still active volcanoes. Every year, visitors rush to explore their shredded terrain, softened by vegetation and crystalline waters.
To fully appreciate these little jewels, nothing better than exploring the archipelago by boat. Discover our selection of tours in the Eolian Islands.
1. Fishing at sea
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? Departure: Lipari
? The most part of the tour: a unique and authentic experience with a professional fisherman
⏱ in Duration: 8 a.m.
? Budget: €€
A trip to the Eolian Islands is primarily a maritime experience. The one we offer you here is a real adventure that you will keep a compelling memory. You will leave in the early morning on the Alfio fishing boat.
Over the course of the day, it will make you discover the typical fishing techniques. Finally, you will then be happy to cook and enjoy your snack. All in the breathtaking landscape of the archipelago...
2. Lipari
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? Departure: Taormine, Cefalu, Milazzo...
? The most part of the tour: discover the essentials
⏱ in Duration: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
? Budget: € €
Lipari is the largest and most populous of all the Eolian islands. It is accessible by ferry or by tourist boat during organized excursions. To be noted, tourist routes often combine the visit of Lipari with Vulcano.
They will be perfect if you want to discover the must-sees in a single trip to the Eolian Islands. On a long day, you will explore two of the most famous islands in the archipelago.
By approaching Lipari by boat, you can admire his careers of sandstones, but also impressive obsidian blocks. After setting the foot to the ground, you will enjoy the very atmosphere dolce vita the village of Lipari. By the way, take the time to admire the beautiful castle of Lipari and to visit the exciting Archaeological Museum .
3. Vulcano
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? Departure: Sea Kayak Sicily, Vulcano
? The most part of the tour: an unusual way to discover the volcanic island, by kayak
⏱ in Duration: 3 hours
? Budget: € €
Go to Vulcano the wild. Although assupi, the volcano still releases Smokingolles and sulphur odor. With its crater, volcanic rocks and black sand beaches, the landscape is impressive.
By ferry or boat, passing or not by Lipari, there are many ways to reach Vulcano. But here we offer you a whole new experience, more unusual.
What if you explore Vulcano by kayak? You will enter the volcano to explore its caves and tunnels dug by the lava. Enjoy it, in the passage, to take a good mud bath resurgent, or plunge into the natural baths!
4. Stromboli
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? Departure: Stromboli (Molo)
? The most part of the tour: An exclusive adventure!
⏱ in Duration: 3 hours
? Budget: €€€€
Stromboli is one of the most active European volcanoes and enters regularly in eruption. Do you want to take full advantage of this island in no other way? Are you allergic to organized trips and want to experience a trip to the different Isles? Pack with Pasqualo!
On board its speedboat where you will be the only passengers and you can admire the island in all its seams. The enchanting landscapes of the volcano, sometimes deep black, sometimes green, will no longer have secrets for you.
5. Panarea
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? Departure: Taormine
? The most part of the tour: a great day rich in experiences
⏱ in Duration: 13-14 hours
? Budget: € €
With its dream cribs and picturesque villages, Panarea seduces the Italian jet-set. This is undoubtedly the most chic island in the archipelago! To discover it, we recommend you choose a trip to the Eolian Islands that combines Stromboli and Panarea.
Thus, you will observe the incredible volcanic activity of Stromboli before relaxing on the beaches and in the elegant cafés of Panarea.
6. Filicudi
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? Departure: to be defined according to the chosen activity
? The most part of the tour: approaching marine fauna
⏱ in Duration: variable according to the chosen activity
? Budget: on request
Here is a trip to the Eolian Islands that will delight nature lovers. Filicudi Wildlife Conservation invites you to discover the fauna and flora of Filicudi Island by boat. Depending on your wishes, you can observe fish, coral, turtles, falcons and other species accompanied by naturalist experts.
Starting at dawn, you may even have the chance to see dolphins...
7. Other islands: Salina, Alicudi
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? Departure: Milazzo, Palermo, Lipari...
? The most part of the tour: an autonomous ride, at your own pace
⏱ in Duration: Choose!
? Budget: €/€€
If the tour organizers in the Eolian Islands turn less towards the other islands, some are very well served by ferry. Another option for seasoned browsers is to rent a boat to an individual to discover them freely. Less frequented, these islands are also worth a visit: you will discover authentic villages and a wilder nature.
We especially recommend you to go to the discovery of Salina and Alicudi. On Salina Island, you will discover green vineyards and picturesque villages. As for Alicudi, its quiet charm, almost another time, invites you to relax!
Between breathtaking volcanism, sweet nature and charming villages, the Eolian Islands are real pears. No doubt, you will return from your trip to the Eolian Islands by boat with stars in the eyes! And as you have seen through this selection, you can experience as diverse experiences as the riches of the archipelago.
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