4 Boat Tours in the Aeolian Islands Worth the Day

1.Lipari and Vulcano Private Boat Tour (7 hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) Our pick

Join Emanuela and Silvestro for a private seven-hour cruise around Lipari and Vulcano. Swim at Praia Vinci and Venus Pool, see volcanic caves and rock formations, and stop on Vulcano for mud baths or a short visit. Towels, snorkel gear, drinks, fruit, and bruschetta are included.

“ABSOLUTELY LOVELY! We (myself, husband, and two kids - 21/23 yo) had the most wonderful time with Emanuela - this is a must do!! The highlight of our Lipari experience!”

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2.Salina, Panarea, Stromboli Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 68 reviews · from $111

Travel by bus from Cefalù to Capo d’Orlando, then by ship to Salina, Panarea, and Stromboli. You’ll stroll Salina’s harbor, explore Panarea’s white lanes, and watch Stromboli’s eruptions from the sea after dark, with a live guide in four languages.

“no trip ever came, no one called or informed us, 197 euros paid for nothing, Still waiting for some knowledge. waited for one hour and half at bus stop. disappointed so”

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3.Boat Tour to Panarea and Stromboli from Lipari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $67Best value

Leave Marina Corta at 2 pm for Panarea’s coves and islets, then Stromboli’s black-sand beaches and active volcano. You’ll have free time ashore, a restroom on board, and an evening view of Strombolicchio and the Sciara del Fuoco before returning to Lipari.

“Relaxing on the beach at Stromboli, dolci on Panarea, sailing around rock forms, watching the volcano”

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4.Discovering Lipari by boat (Private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

Set out with Emmanuela and her small crew for a private boat circuit of Lipari. You’ll visit Valle Muria, the former pumice quarries, Praia di Vinci, and Cala Fico, with time to swim, snorkel, snack, and enjoy white wine. Choose from several departure points and travel at your own pace.

“The trip was outstanding. We were fortunate to secure a spot as there was a cancellation. How lucky we were! Emmanuel is an expert skipper and the owner of a beautiful boat. She too great care in ensuring we had a wonderful journey around the island. She shared her knowledge of the island throughout the tour and served us a beautiful aperitivo made with homemade toppings of olives, capers, sun dried tomatoes. Her boat is elegant and all amenities were appreciated. Mostly she is so proud of Lipari and loves what she is doing. This made all the difference on the trip. I highly recommend this tour.”

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