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Boat tour with dolphin sighting

5.0(16 reviews)

By Escursioni in barca Siracusa | Excursion Boat Ortigia | Tour en bateau by Dolci EscursioniProduct code 181433P15

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Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

En, Guide, Service Guide, It

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Meeting point

Meeting point provided

Time zone

Europe/Rome

Why Travelers Love This

5.0 rating from 16 reviews2 hours 30 minutesMobile ticketsPickup details available

Overview

Discover the charm of the Syracuse coast on a boat tour that offers a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the Ionian Sea. You will skirt the island of Ortigia, admiring historic sights such as the Duomo, Palazzo Veneziano and Castello Maniace. The journey continues to the caves on the north side of the city, where you can see stalactites and stalagmites, with a stop at the famous Blue Grotto, characterized by crystal clear waters and an enchanting atmosphere. The next stop is the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, a marine protected area populated by rich biodiversity, where you can spot dolphins. On board, you will have access to a full beverage service with cool drinks during the excursion and you will also have the opportunity to dive into the clear waters. This tour is an unforgettable experience for lovers of nature and history.

What's Included

Food and drink

You will have cool drinks, water, white wine, red wine, soft drinks.

Use of equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

In front of the beach of Villetta Aretusa recognizable by an infopoint Sweet Excursions

End point

In front of the beach of Villetta Aretusa recognizable by an infopoint Sweet Excursions

Pickup details

Meet Everyone At Start Point

Itinerary

Standard2 hours 30 minutes

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10 minutesNot Applicable

From the perspective of the sea, stands the imposing monument to the fallen of Africa on the coast

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50 minutesNot Applicable

We will explore the caves located on the north side of the city. We will enter these ravines of the coast to admire stalactites, stalagmites, coral flowers and many original shapes resulting from the creative inspiration of nature. We will visit the famous Blue Grotto, this natural wonder, with its crystal clear waters and bright blue reflections, is a real sight for the eyes. Sunlight penetrating the cave openings creates a magical atmosphere, perfect for taking stunning photos and immersing yourself in the beauty of nature.

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40 minutesNot Applicable

We will skirt the island of Ortigia admiring the Duomo, the church of Santa Lucia, Palazzo Veneziano, Ponte Umberto I, the small port, the former Bourbon prison, the Spanish Walls, the Lungomare di Levante, Forte Vigliena, Castello Maniace, the Fonte Aretusa, the Lungomare Alfeo and the Porta Marina.

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50 minutesNot Applicable

a marine protected area rich in biodiversity. During this part of the tour, there is a chance to spot dolphins that often swim in the surrounding waters.