Full-Day Catamaran With Lunch

Full-Day Catamaran with Lunch, 7 hours (approx.), rated 5 across 219 traveller reviews.

Overview

This is a full day on the water with Sicily Blue Dream, roughly 7 hours, starting from Piazza Capitaneria del Porto in Palermo at 09:30. You board a catamaran, get a welcome drink, and spend the day cruising the coast with music and food along the way. The route takes in Mondello, Vergine Maria, the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve and the Grotta Regina, with stops for swimming and snorkelling in between.

The food is a big part of the day. The crew cooks a traditional Sicilian lunch with seafood pasta, plus fruit, snacks and a typical Sicilian dessert. Drinks flow all day: water, cola, wine and beer are included, and reviewers also mention prosecco and espresso on board. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available if you ask in advance.

Reviewers repeatedly single out the two hosts as warm and attentive, and one family said their children swam at every stop and were fully exhausted by the end. The listing says most travellers can participate. Bring seasickness tablets if you are prone, as the open sea can be choppy.

What's Included

Included

Lunch (Seafood pasta, fruits, snacks, and a Sicilian dessert (vegetarian and gluten-free options available on request))
Soda/Pop (Water, Coca-Cola, Wine, and Beer)
Snorkeling Gear
Souvenir Photo
Sanitised beach towels

Itinerary

Meet at the portMeet at Sicily Blue Dream, Piazza Capitaneria del Porto, 90133 Palermo, at 09:30. The tour ends back at the same point.
Boarding and welcome drinkStep on board the catamaran, receive a welcome drink and settle in with music and local treats as the boat leaves Palermo.
Mondello and Capo GalloThe route takes in the waters around Mondello, Vergine Maria and the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve, including the Grotta Regina. The listing does not fix the exact order of stops for each departure.
Swim and snorkel stopsStops are made for swimming and snorkelling in the clear water, and snorkelling gear is provided. Reviewers mention jumping off the boat to swim.
Sicilian lunch on boardDuring the day the crew serves a seafood pasta lunch with fruit, snacks and a Sicilian dessert. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available with advance notice.
Return to PalermoAfter roughly 7 hours on the water, the catamaran returns to the meeting point at the port.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical things will shape your day, from what to pack to how the group dynamic works.

Getting there. The meeting point is Piazza Capitaneria del Porto in Palermo, and the listing notes it is near public transportation. The start time is 09:30.
Swimming and gear. Swim stops are part of the day. Snorkelling gear and sanitised beach towels are included, so there is no need to pack your own. Reviewers mention jumping off the boat to swim at the stops.
Food and drink. Lunch, snacks, fruit, dessert and drinks including wine and beer are all included, and reviewers say the portions are generous. If you need a vegetarian or gluten-free meal, request it in advance when you book. One reviewer noted the crew also accommodated other dietary restrictions.
Group feel. The cap is 14 travellers, which keeps the boat uncrowded, and several reviewers described it as relaxed and friendly. Reviewers also mention plenty of space on board, with shade available for those who prefer not to swim.
Seasickness. The sea can be a bit rocky, and one reviewer who gets seasick easily recommended taking something before boarding. If you are prone to motion sickness, come prepared.
Weather dependency. The trip requires good weather, and the operator offers a different date or a full refund if it is cancelled for poor conditions. It also needs a minimum number of travellers to run, with the same rebooking or refund options if that minimum is not met.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps. It can be cancelled for weather or if a minimum number of travellers is not met, though you would then be offered a different date, a different experience or a full refund. The sea can also be choppy, which matters if you are prone to seasickness. Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund, otherwise nothing is refunded.

Common Questions

What is included in the price?

Lunch with seafood pasta, fruit, snacks and a Sicilian dessert is included, along with drinks such as water, cola, wine and beer. Snorkelling gear, sanitised beach towels and a souvenir photo are also covered. Vegetarian and gluten-free lunch options are available on request with advance notice.

Do I need to pay extra for food or drinks?

No, lunch, snacks and the listed drinks are part of the tour. Reviewers describe being offered food and drinks throughout the day at no extra charge. Mention dietary needs in advance so the crew can prepare an alternative meal.

Where does the tour start and what time?

It starts at 09:30 at Sicily Blue Dream, Piazza Capitaneria del Porto, 90133 Palermo. The meeting point is near public transportation, and the boat returns to the same spot at the end of the day.

Is it suitable for children and families?

Most travellers can participate, and one family said their three children swam at every stop and had a great day. Infants must sit on laps. Children who want to be in the water can swim and snorkel at the stops.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Later cancellations are not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted. If the operator cancels for bad weather or low numbers, you get a different date, a different experience or a full refund.

What should I bring?

Towels and snorkelling gear are provided, so those can stay at home. If you get seasick easily, bring something for it, since the sea can be rocky. Beyond that, the listing does not specify a packing list.