Guided Snorkelling Excursion in the Plemmirio Nature Reserve from Syracuse, Sicily
Discover one of Sicily's little-known maritime gems, the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, on a guided snorkelling excursion from Syracuse!
Practical information
A 2.5-hour sailing trip from the island of Ortigia in Syracuse for snorkelling in the Plemmirio Nature Reserve (around 45 minutes in the water).
- Cruise aboard a vintage 11-metre sailing boat (1977)
- Launch at a little-frequented site in the marine reserve, where you can observe numerous fish, sea urchins, starfish, etc., and occasionally larger species such as tuna, swordfish, giant eagle rays and dolphins
Course of events
Please allow up to 2 hours and 45 minutes for the whole experience.
- Meeting with the team at Ortigia Marina at least 10 minutes before the start of the activity (paying car park at the entrance to the island, accessible by bus)
- Boarding the sailing boat Perseide
- Briefing on the activity and safety instructions on board
- Departure for a 2.5-hour boat tour through the Plemmirio Nature Reserve:
- sailing to the snorkelling site (approx. 45 minutes)
- fins, mask and snorkel equipment with safety briefing
- launching with the guide for around 45 minutes of snorkelling
- sailing back to Ortigia (approx. 45 minutes)
- Disembarkation and end of activity
Activity requirements
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
Maximum weight: 220 lbs / 100 kg
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
A minimum of 2 participants is required to run this activity.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant people and is not accessible to people with disabilities or senior citizens (over 70 years old).
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.
Please note that there are no toilets on board.
The meeting time for this activity is changeable based on the tide: please contact the instructor directly once your booking has been confirmed.
Participants are allowed to bring their own drinks (excluding alcohol, which is not permitted) and snacks on board.
Spoken languages:
Italian, English, French, SpanishIncluded
- Skipper
- Guide
- Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
- Life jacket
- Fresh water
- Photos / Videos (sent via WhatsApp)
Excluded
- Transfer
- Car park charges
Do not forget to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Snorkelling equipment if you have it (fins, mask and snorkel)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat / Cap
- Windbreaker
- Snacks
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With its rich archaeological heritage, Syracuse is a must-visit destination in Sicily for lovers of antiquity and historic towns. But there are many other assets that make this city one of the most beautiful and interesting in Sicily, including its proximity to the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, a veritable maritime jewel rich in underwater flora and fauna! And there is no better way to make the most of it than on a guided snorkelling excursion from Ortigia, aboard a vintage sailing boat that will give your getaway that authentic charm. Get ready to spend an unforgettable 2 hours 30 minutes in the Mediterranean Sea, along sublime landscapes combining coves, secluded beaches and underwater caves just waiting to be discovered.
This superb sailing trip from Syracuse with snorkelling in the Plemmirio Nature Reserve takes place alongside a professional team with a skipper and a guide. Both will share a wealth of information about the area, including its underwater flora and fauna, which you will observe for 45 minutes using fins, mask and snorkel. The guide will be at your side in the water not only to ensure your safety, but also to show you where to look below the surface to make sure you don't miss anything: between coral, fish, sea urchins, starfish, and even if you are lucky, turtles, bigger fish, giant eagle rays and dolphins, you are bound to come across some exceptional fauna! What's more, the clarity of the water and its extremely pleasant temperature (a minimum of 14°C in April and up to 28°C at the height of summer) will provide you with the perfect conditions to make the most of your swim!
With a small group of no more than 6 participants, this guided snorkelling excursion in Syracuse will ensure that you share memorable moments with your loved ones, combining conviviality and discovery. So don't miss out and book your place on board Perseide, Velamaresiracusa's magnificent sailing yacht!