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Sicily snorkeling tour in Milazzo is the perfect experience to do on a summer day that will take you exploring the natural scenario of the Milazzo Cape above and under the water.
The promontory of Milazzo Cape juts out into the Aeolian Islands on the Tyrrhenian Sea. Here, you will immerse yourself in the colors and the perfumes of the Cape, different in every season. From the top of one of the most scenic paths you will have the most beautiful views of the sea and the town, and with your guide you will explore the stages of the origin of the Cape.
The real highlight of our Sicily snorkeling tour is the boat trip along the coast of the promontory, experiencing the underwater life of the Marine Protected Area of Milazzo Cape. Take advantage of a snorkeling tour led by a professional marine biologist: you will be amazed by the liveliest marine wildlife that only one of the best diving spots in Sicily and a marine protected area can provide.
Learn about the popular cultural activities related to the sea, especially the tonnare, places involved in the production plants that were used in the past for tuna fishing. Visit the famous Venus Pool, a nature site shaped by the sea in the limestone of the very tip of the Cape.
If you own a scuba diving license it is possible to go for a deeper dive with a professional diving guide/instructor to experience the gorgeous marine life of the Cape Milazzo.
If you don’t have a regular diving license you can try a dive underwater at 5 meters below sea level. This experience is an introduction to scuba diving. A professional and certified English-speaking instructor will provide you first with a briefing on the basic use of the equipment so that all you have to do is simply enjoy your first experience breathing underwater!
Milazzo Sicily Cape: the promontory with its colours and unexpected views will charm you. You will love the bright blue colour of the Tyrrhenian sea around the Aeolian Islands, the view on the Peloritani mountains and on Mt Etna, and the beautiful Pool of Venus.
AMP Cape Milazzo: a Marine Protected Area is a place where fish can live and flourish without any source of disturbance. The marine reserve of Milazzo abounds with impressive and colourful wildlife. You won’t be disappointed by this extraordinary landscape!
Sicily Snorkeling tour: enjoy a 3 hours guided tour on a special authorized rubber boat around the Cape with several stops to swim and snorkel in the most beautiful spots. For the entire duration of the experience on board and at sea you will be accompanied by a professional marine biologist who will share with you his knowledge about the area and will show you the incredible underwater life of Milazzo Cape
Nature: you will appreciate wonderful views and some endemic natural specimen. Our Sicily snorkeling tour under the waters of the Cape is like to dive in an aquarium: you will be surrounded by great fish counters, particular rock formation and deep blue color.
The first stop will be the qualified diving center located in the heart of the Cape of Milazzo Sicily. Here we will meet a professional marine biologist and will embark on a wonderful 3 hours Sicily snorkeling tour around the Cape by rubber boat.
Enjoy a boat ride around the charming and quiet cape, learn about the geology of the area, and take beautiful pictures of the rock formations. Views of the Aeolian Islands surrounded by the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean seas will enchant you throughout the Sicily snorkeling tour.
Your guide knows the best spots to swim and snorkel in the Marine Protected Area: follow him and you won't be disappointed.
After the snorkeling tour, we will drive to reach Milazzo Cape and we will start a relaxed promenade to explore the nature of the cape from ashore. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the colors and the views of the beautiful promontory jutting towards the Aeolian Islands.
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Remember to wear comfortable shoes to walk. Bring with you your swimsuit, a towel, flip flops, a change, pills for motion sickness if needed, sunscreen and a hat.
If you plan to do the deep dive we recommend to bring with you your personal diving computer. If you can’t bring it, you can rent it at the diving center.
Our Sicily snorkeling tour is available from the city and the port of Messina.
