Syracuse: Ortigia & Sea Caves Boat Tour, Swim and snorkeling｜Italy

Discover Syracuse from the sea with Sweet Excursions on a 90-minute boat tour around the island of Ortigia and along the northern coast of the city.
Sailing accompanied by our local skippers, experienced and professional, who speak English and know the history, traditions and curiosities of Syracuse. Along the way, they will share stories and information about the most important places, making navigation enjoyable and engaging.
Admire Ortigia from a privileged perspective and see some of its most iconic monuments, including Maniace Castle, Fonte Aretusa, the Alfeo waterfront, the Porto Grande, the former Bourbon Prison, Vigliena Fort and the passage under the Umbertino Bridge.
Continue to the sea caves on the northern coast of Syracuse. The boat will enter the natural cavities to allow you to closely observe stalactites, rock formations, reflections on the water and small coral flowers. Discover the striking heart-shaped cave, dolphin-like rock and other natural features shaped by the sea over time.
During the tour, a stop is planned in a sheltered cove, ideal for swimming in the crystal-clear waters, relaxing on board, or exploring the seabed with snorkeling masks available to rent directly on the boat.
Thanks to the knowledge of the territory of our skippers, you will be able to learn not only about the monuments of Ortigia, but also anecdotes, curiosities and aspects of local life.
The tour is suitable for couples, families, groups of friends and individual travellers who wish to live a complete experience through history, sea, sea caves and views of Syracuse.