Sailing holiday in the Aegadian Islands with a skipper: discover …

A week-long sailing trip exploring the Aegadian Islands, one of Sicily's most captivating archipelagos. Departing from Trapani, we'll sail between Levanzo, Marettimo, and Favignana, alternating pleasant sailing, swimming in crystal-clear waters, and stops in picturesque bays.

Accompanied by an expert skipper, you'll experience the sea in complete freedom, discover small fishing villages, explore sea caves, and enjoy unforgettable sunsets. A skippered sailing holiday in the Aegadian Islands is perfect for those who love nature, the sea, and the pleasure of sharing life on board.

Program

Day 1. Saturday

Boarding in (Trapani) after 6:00 pm, accommodation on board in a shared double cabin, provisioning, briefing on how the boat's systems work and life on board. Then we will take care of the provisioning.

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Day 2. Sunday

Around 09:00, after having breakfast, we will cast off; our course is set for Levanzo, where
we can refresh ourselves with a nice, restorative swim in one of the rocky coves that characterize its coast. In the evening, after dinner, we can let the waves lull us amid chats and laughter in good company, or go ashore to the village with the tender.

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Day 3. Monday

After waking up and having breakfast with enchanting Levanzo filling our
eyes with beauty, those who wish can choose to walk to the Genovese Cave, where
rock carvings and paintings dating back to the Paleolithic era are preserved, when the Aegadian Islands were still one with
Sicily. After the excursion, we return on board for a peaceful sail to Marettimo, where
we will have lunch. Marettimo is still a little-visited island due to its rugged accessibility,
a feature that makes it tough but at the same time very alluring.

International guidebooks call it the “Pearl of the Mediterranean” for the intense, crystal-clear blue of its
waters. Today Marettimo is part of the Egadi nature reserve, which represents the
largest nature reserve in Europe.

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Day 4. Tuesday

After spending a quiet night in one of Marettimo's bays, we arrange with a local to visit and get to know this beautiful island better by exploring some of the hundreds of caves around the island. In fact, they can only be reached aboard small local boats. Do not miss the Grotta del Cammello and the Grotta del Presepe, unmatched caverns of crystal-clear water. For those who love walking, Marettimo offers trekking routes that start from the village to reach Cala Maione and Punta Troia along paths immersed in Mediterranean vegetation, which thins out in several places to let your gaze wander over the entire archipelago. Upon returning to the boat, we can choose the most beautiful bay for a refreshing swim, before relaxing with an aperitif at sunset. We return to port for an enchanting evening.

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Day 5. Wednesday

With the favor of the god of winds, we will set sail for Favignana. Ancient Aegusa is the largest of
the archipelago's islands. Characteristic of the island's landscape are the open-air tuff quarries, both
inland and along the coast. Favignana has inspired, with its colors, nature, and lush coasts,
the journeys of numerous artists and explorers. Today it attracts lively tourism,
especially during the summer, when the transparent green-blue waters and the wealth of
natural sea caves along the coast reveal themselves in all their beauty.

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Day 6. Thursday

We have become quite proficient in boat handling and sailing, so the morning
offers a sail to one of the coves of Favignana, which we will choose based on the current wind
conditions. Indeed, we can choose to shelter north of the island, such as at Cala
Rossa, famous for the color of its turquoise waters if we have southerly winds; conversely, with winds from the
north, we head south of the island, packed with coves and inlets, each more beautiful than the last. Favignana is a true
paradise, both from a scenic and naturalistic point of view.

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Day 7. Friday

We can dedicate our time to exploring the inland of Favignana. After breakfast, those who wish can visit the
Tonnara formerly owned by the Florio family, one of the oldest Sicilian tuna fisheries and certainly one of the
most important, beautiful, and best-preserved in the region, where the famous 'mattanza' may take place
between April and June. Or head up the hill for a short walk to the former
signal tower, an old naval lookout station now disused, to take in Favignana
in all its glory. Alternatively, you can rent a bicycle or scooter to tour the island.
After spending a few hours taking in the island's scents, we return on board for the final
sail to Trapani, where our cruise will conclude.

Disembarkation is possible either on Friday evening or the following morning by 08:00.

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Other information

All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (italian)

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

€290.00 per person for the galley (includes galley service on board, breakfast, lunch and dinner from Sunday breakfast to Friday midday),
gas cylinder for cooking
final cleaning
dinners out
Sheets and towels €25.00
Diesel (to be shared with crew)
Ports (including embarkation and disembarkation)
Marine protected area authorizations

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Boat details

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS (which stands for deck saloon, or raised deckhouse) is an innovative and elegant boat that combines the needs of cruising with good sailing performance. At first glance, its long waterline, sinuous line, volumes and large spaces both inside and outside are striking. And the way in which the French shipyard has been able to reconcile elegance and comfort with good performance and ease of handling is striking. In the outdoor spaces, the deckhouse is definitely noticeable, resembling a long almond-shaped eye and making the entire profile of the Sun Odyssey 54 DS very sinuous. The characteristic design of the deck is defined by many as "Italian", which in terms of style is definitely a compliment. In the tradition of the Jeanneau shipyard, the cockpit and the entire aft area are designed to be functional and extremely comfortable. The cockpit of the Sun Odyssey 54 DS is divided into three areas: one that houses the two rudders, one around the fold-down table for relaxation and entertainment, one near the entrance below deck for maneuvering the mainsail and jib traveler. At the far stern the platform is wide and makes it easy to get into the water and onto the dock. The style and comfort of the deck are paired with the hull characterized by a long waterline and solid construction. The equipment of the Sun Odyssey 54 DS is well designed for even demanding navigation and for operation with a limited crew. This layout, also characteristic of many other boats from the French shipyard, greatly facilitates the maneuverability of the Sun Odyssey 54 DS. In fact, all the sea trials highlight the ease with which a boat of this size can be maneuvered by two people even in strong wind conditions. Below deck the volumes are large and well exploited. The dinette has the characteristic of being slightly raised with respect to the level of the square and the kitchen, allowing you to enjoy the view from the deckhouse window. The large table and sofas are located to starboard, as is the chart table, while to port are the large, super-accessorised C-shaped kitchen and a seat with a small table.

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