--- title: Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences lang: en type: tour city: Palermo country: Italy price: 135 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.81 reviews: 268 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Which boat first? rank_in_category: 3 of 4 (Boat Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/palermo/tours/palermo-half-day-boat-tour-with-palermo-experiences/ --- # Palermo Half Day Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences **Guidekin's take:** The one boat trip here: from the Marina Yachting pier to the Queen's Cave for snorkelling, then the water off Mondello, with snorkel kit and a Sicilian aperitif of sfincione, arancine, panelle and cannoli on board. You meet at the pier rather than a hotel, and ID must be carried throughout. 4.81 from 268 reviews at €135 per person for 4h. **Which boat first?:** Book the shared 'Half-day tour of the city' for snorkelling and a Sicilian aperitif: 4h, €135 per person, 4.81 from 268 reviews; meet at the pier. Trade-off: No hotel pickup. (last checked September 15, 2026) ## Overview Discover the coast of Palermo with a unique 4-hour experience. Daily departures from the Trapezoidal Pier (Marina Yachting) at 09:30; 14:30 or 19:30. Itinerary : We will reach the suggestive Queen's Cave for breathtaking photos and snorkeling, and then sail to the crystal clear waters of Mondello. Here you can relax while the captain prepares an authentic Sicilian aperitif on board: sfincione, arancine, panelle, croquettes and the inevitable Palermo cannoli. What the package includes: Drinks: Aperol Spritz (adults), Coke (children) and unlimited water. Food : Local street food (vegan/GF options on request with 24h notice) Equipment: Masks, noodles and underwater scooters. Extras on board: Wine, beer and prosecco available to order. Comfort and Safety: We will sail on Lady Grace (vintage style, max 7 people) or Baloo (modern, max 17 people) Guaranteed departure with minimum 3 - 4 participants. Stops may vary depending on the weather to ensure maximum relaxation. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Enter the trapezoidal Marina Yachting… - Max 7 people: small group - Starts 09:30, 14:30, 19:30: 3 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €93: ages 2 to 10 ## Key facts - Price: from €135 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.81/5 from 268 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 96% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Palermo in Boat ## What's included - The captain will choose between the two boats available based on the number of participants - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Tour with Aperol Spritz for adults and Coca Cola for children. Sicilian aperitif, street food and unlimited fresh water included ## Not included - Extra drinks such as wine and prosecco are not included but are available for purchase on board. Personalize your experience with your choices. - For a special occasion, give yourself an unforgettable moment: flowers and cake on request for you. ## Itinerary 1. **Grotta della regina** (1h; admission included) - Stop at the Queen's Cave for exciting snorkeling with our diving equipment. 2. **Mondello** (1h) - Stop in Mondello for snorkeling with our equipment, while we delight you with authentic Palermo street food and Aperol Spritz. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 14:30, 19:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Enter the trapezoidal Marina Yachting Pier in Palermo and wait in front of the Ciurma restaurant Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJB-SmBZ7lGRMREbnakKY5bHo ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - It is mandatory to carry identification documents with you during the entire journey. Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Boat Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 4** | €135 | 4h | 4.81 (268) | shared, max 7 | | [Private Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast](/italy/palermo/tours/private-boat-tour-on-the-palermo-coast/?format=md) | €196 | 4h | 4.97 (115) | private | | [Exclusive Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast Baia Mondello](/italy/palermo/tours/exclusive-boat-tour-on-the-palermo-coast-baia-mondello/?format=md) | €180 | 3h | 4.95 (41) | private | | [Private Boat Tour Palermo](/italy/palermo/tours/private-boat-tour-palermo/?format=md) | €200 | 4h 30m | 4.63 (30) | shared | Ranked #3 of 4 in Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €135 to €200, median €188; typical length 4h. 2 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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