Explore the volcanic islands of Panarea and Stromboli in the UNESCO-listed Aeolian Archipelago, on a day trip from Taormina. After traveling by motorboat to each island (please note that there will be other groups on board of the motorboat), enjoy free time to swim in their crystalline waters or amble around their villages. Cruise around Stromboli to see the island’s volcano at its bombastic best. A crater called Sciara del Fuoco is easily visible from the water, so look out for its frequent jet-like eruptions lighting up the night sky!
A penalty will be incurred in case of a no-show. The motorboat is equipped with bar and toilets. It is absolutely forbidden to consume takeaway food and/or drinks on board. Toilets are not accessible near the ports and therefore their use is permitted exclusively during navigation. Smoking is prohibited inside and outside our motor ships (there is an exception at the stern, in the embarkation and disembarkation area, authorized by our on-board staff).
Posted By : mecheri_s
Seeing Stromboli at night.was superb.Well organized.Reasonable price.
I would recommend an extra 15 minutes there in after sunset (I do realize this will slightly delay return time but visitors will not mind).
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Posted On : 2024-06-05 07:04:26 
Posted By : Pauly_Dents
This is a long day trip between 12-14hrs but well worth it even though we couldn't see the eruptions.
We hadn't thought of going on this tour till we had had an excellant tour with this company who are excellent.
We was picked up by coach near to our hotel and then taken to Millazzo where we joined the boat that first took us to Panarea.
You get off at Panarea small village with narrow streets and with few coffee bars and restaurants/cafes ample time is given to wander and explore and get a brew.
Then it's back on the boat to Stromboli where again you disembark and again given time to wander round have a drink and some food. Its is very similar to Panarea nice narrow streets and well maintained, more shops and cafes/restaurants on Stromboli. You can sometimes as you was wandering hear the eruptions from the other side of the island.
You then rebound the boat as the sun starts to set and set of round to the the side of the island to hopefully see the eruptions the trip takes you round Strombolicchio and its sea horse head rock before finally getting the first view of the active side.
Unfortunately for us there was low cloud cover so our view of the eruptions was null but you could still hear the eruptions. The low cloud gave an eerie aspect to the island and some good photos as the sun set.
Then its back to port and coach home.
If you like the sea and travelling by boat this is a great trip with great views we heard people complain it hadn't been worth it because they had seen the eruptions but thats the awesomeness and unpredictability of nature. Not everyday you get to walk on an island with an erupting active Volcano.
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Posted On : 2024-05-31 03:12:35 
Posted By : Caroline_D
Nice island hop however, it was a very long and tiring day. The double decker bus was very comfortable and the driver was very good. The tour guide was excellent, speaking in 4 fluent languages.
The boat however was not so good. Safety on the upper deck of the boat was a concern. People were able to sit on the open deck which had amazing views but as soon as the boat sped up, everyone got soaked with no warning. There were people slipping over, trying to get to shelter in the lower decks, as the boat was swaying from side to side. I would definitely recommend sitting in the sheltered areas. There are toilets on board as well as hot and cold drinks and panini, which were very nice.
The islands have amazing rock formations and definitely worth a visit. Overall it was an interesting day.
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Posted On : 2024-05-27 13:30:54
Posted By : RedBeardNL
Nice day trip of more than 13.5 hours. Spectacular eruptions from Stromboli. It's a pity that the boat is very large! There is almost a fight to get on board first for the best places.
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Posted On : 2023-10-30 05:14:57
Posted By : C1401XSjohnm
This was an excellent trip in excellent weather. Both islands are well worth a visit. Panarea is more beautiful but Stromboli more spectacular. Bar Carola on Panarea was very good for lunch. Catering less exciting on Stromboli at least on our assessment.
The boat was busy so an on deck seat is not guaranteed.
The SAT guide was fine but not always necessary.
The website suggests this trip starts at 1030 in October and lasts 10 hours. It didn’t! It really started at 1100 and finished at 2130.
If you are driving to Milazzo, it’s well worth booking parking. Garage Mylae is handy and they do really good service.
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Posted On : 2023-10-13 04:25:16
Posted By : Maria_R
There is not enough room to write how good this experience was. Just do it- but- read numerous reviews and itinerary description first, then you'll have a great day. Those who have a negative experience must not have fully understood as all info needed is provided by both the tour Co and previous guests. We would not have seen any of this on our own. We enjoyed the views of the countryside from the bus ride, the breeze and views from the boat ride and, the spectacular show the volcano put on at night. Alessandra was our guide- she was very friendly and spoke several languages fluently. The boat captain is a master in his field- he took us within inches of a cave/rock formation and ensured all could see each thing regardless of your seat/side on the boat. The black sand beach was cool to see too as we are used to snow white powder sand in Florida. There is not alot to do at the islands but walk a lil, grab a bite and maybe a souvenir- they are both small, the island hosts were very welcoming too. The Mediterranean Sea boat ride and Volcano were my favorites and were a once in life experience.
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Posted On : 2023-09-28 13:05:58
Posted By : Bert_Cl
Elena explaining the tour on beforehand and Alexandra guiding the tour were excellent. Althougj the sea trip was rough but moments, the absolute highlight was the night view of Stromboli.
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Posted On : 2023-09-27 03:09:56
Posted By : carmeloc226
A beautiful excursion and a beautiful day in unique places, the SAT of the Fichera family accompanied us throughout the trip with great professionalism. Thank you.
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Posted On : 2023-09-20 12:38:49
Posted By : Nicholas_G
Both islands were beautiful and approaching from the boat made them not dramatic. Without doubt, the best part was being able to experience the eruptions on Stromboli.
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Posted On : 2023-09-17 04:03:17
Posted By : Michelina_M
We truly enjoyed waiting for the Volcano Eruption on Stromboli Island. The sunset was spectacular!The pickup and communication was excellent and although it was a long day....it was worth it!
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Posted On : 2023-09-09 13:38:22
