Details
If you want to discover the Cyclopean coastline and the beautiful villages along it, then you cannot miss this nature-themed boat trip from Aci Trezza to the Timpa Reserve and Lachea. You will cruise together with a true expert in this area, who will explain in detail everything there is to know about these legendary locations, even mentioned in Homer's Odyssey. You can also stop whenever you like for a swim in the crystal-clear sea of this area, and we will end on a high note with a tasting of local products and wines.
Our experience will begin at the port of Aci Trezza in the early afternoon, from where we will navigate towards the North. We will first encounter the ancient fishing village of Capo Mulini and its lighthouse, set in unique scenery at the foot of Mount Etna. Past this enchanting village, we will enter a unique stretch of coastline, the Gazzena, of volcanic origin, and the Timpa Nature Reserve, with cliffs up to 80 metres high. You will then be speechless in front of the Grotta delle Colombe (Cave of the Doves), and your guide will give you detailed information about the unique landscapes of this area.
We will then turn around and head south to the island of Lachea, the largest island in the Cyclopean archipelago. The stacks in front of Aci Trezza are a real treat for the eye, which, according to the legend, were thrown by the Cyclops tricked by Ulysses. We will then pass the beautiful town of Aci Castello, with its splendid Norman Castle. Our last stop will be Ulysses' Grotto, the last stop before the return trip to Aci Trezza, during which we can still admire the splendid Casa del Principe. Once back at the port, however, we will continue this unique experience with a guided tour on foot of the town of Aci Trezza and conclude the day on a high note with a tasting of wines and typical Sicilian products.
Highlights
- Visit to the beautiful Cyclops Coast, accompanied by an expert in the area
- Numerous stops for swimming wherever you wish
- Tasting of Sicilian wines and products at the end of the excursion
Itinerary
- Aci Trezza
- Capo Mulini
- Gazzena
- Timpa Nature Reserve
- Cave of the Doves
- Island of Lachea
- Faraglioni of Aci Trezza
- Aci Castello
- Cave of Ulysses
- Aci Trezza (with guided walking tour of the village and tasting)
How to get there
We meet at the souvenir shop in front of the harbour 30 minutes before the indicated time. If you arrive by car, you can park free of charge in the car park on Via Lungomare, just a few metres from our meeting point. At the end of the boat trip, we will return to the starting point.
Characteristics of the boat
- Number of passengers: 8
- Sun-protected area
- No restrooms
Included services
- Explanations about this wonderful stretch of coast
- Tasting of typical products and wines
Bring along
- ID card
- Hat and sunscreen
- Beach towel
- Swimsuit
Good to know
- Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women, and the elderly
- Accessible to foldable strollers
- Not accessible to wheelchairs
- Only assistance dogs allowed
- Not recommended for people with heart problems
- Young children must sit on their parents' lap
- A minimum of 2 participants in total is required for the trip to take place