From Trapani: Egadi Islands tour with lunch on board

Favignana’s pale coves and Levanzo’s small harbor make this an appealing way to see two of the Egadi Islands in one day, without arranging your own boat. I especially like the combination of free time ashore and a coastal cruise, plus the included pasta lunch, water, wine, and fruit.

The trade-off is the format: the boat can carry up to 150 people, and the swim stop may be crowded and rocky rather than a leisurely beach break. You’ll also pay two additional €5 fees per person, so the advertised price is not the full cost.

At a glance

• Two islands in one day: Visit Favignana and Levanzo on a round-trip boat tour from Trapani.
• Favignana’s coves from the water: The route includes Scalo Cavallo, Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, and Cala Azzurra.
• A swim stop, not a beach day: You can swim from the boat at one cove, but the stop may be small and rocky.
• Time ashore is limited: You have free time in each village, so choose what matters most before you arrive.
• Lunch is included: Expect a typical Trapani meal, water, wine, and fruit.
• Allow for extra fees and crowds: Two €5 charges apply, and the boat can take up to 150 people.

A full day from Trapani to the Egadi Islands

This eight-hour outing is a practical way to see Favignana and Levanzo if you’re staying in Trapani and don’t want to plan separate ferry trips. You’ll get a taste of each island, then see more of Favignana’s coast from the boat.

The day is a mix of scheduled sailing, short visits ashore, lunch, and a swim stop. That makes it best for you if variety matters more than a long stretch of unplanned time on either island. You won’t have the freedom of a small private charter, but you also won’t need to organize the route yourself.

The tour departs Trapani at 9:30 am. Plan to arrive about 30 minutes early for boarding at Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 93a. The advertised price is $54.31 per person, with two additional €5 fees, one payable before boarding and one for the Egadi Islands Marine Nature Reserve. That brings the stated additional charges to €10 per person.

Sailing past the Colombaia and Formica

The boat takes about 40 minutes to reach Favignana. On the way, you can see the Colombaia of Trapani and the small island of Formica. These glimpses add a little context to the crossing, rather than making the trip simply a transfer from one port to another.

The sailing itself is part of the day’s appeal, especially if you enjoy being out on the water and watching the coast recede. But keep your expectations in check: this is a group boat tour, not a guided history cruise, and no detailed commentary is specified.

If you’re prone to seasickness, plan ahead as you normally would for a boat trip. The schedule depends on good weather, and a rough or unsuitable day can affect whether the excursion runs.

Making the most of your Favignana stop

The boat is due in Favignana at around 10:20 am, with free time to visit the village. The listed stop runs until around 12:30 pm, giving you roughly two hours on the island before you return aboard. Use that time deliberately: a quick walk, a museum visit, a swim, and a train tour may not all fit.

One option is to spend your time in the village and visit the Ex Stabilimento Florio, a former tuna-processing site now used as a museum. A past itinerary included both the museum and a 30-minute island train tour, but that was a quick visit, not a leisurely exploration. The train is paid separately, and the tour does not include its cost.

You could instead keep things simple and enjoy the area near the port, where a swim is possible. The short stop means you’ll need to choose between activities rather than assume there is time for everything. If the museum is your priority, check its opening arrangements before the trip, since no hours or admission details are provided here.

The balance is useful if you want a first look at Favignana, but less satisfying if you hope to spend a relaxed half-day there. Even with the scheduled window, walking time and the need to return for boarding eat into your visit. Keep an eye on the time and follow the crew’s instructions about when to be back.

Seeing Favignana’s coves from the boat

After the Favignana stop, the boat follows the island’s coast, passing coves including Scalo Cavallo, Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, and Cala Azzurra. This is the scenic core of the outing: you get a broader sense of the coastline than a short port visit can provide.

The crew plans one stop for swimming before lunch. It is worth thinking of this as a chance to cool off from the boat, not a guaranteed stretch of soft sand and easy snorkeling. A concern raised about this kind of stop is that it can be rocky, cramped, and crowded. If you want a roomy beach, this may not be the swim you have in mind.

The tour details do not specify snorkeling gear or life jackets. If you need particular safety equipment, ask Blu Lines before booking rather than assuming it will be available. And if you are not comfortable swimming from a boat, you can still enjoy the coastline without getting in the water.

Lunch aboard: simple, local, and included

Lunch is served on board and is described as a typical Trapani meal, with water, wine, and fruit. Pasta alla Trapanese followed by melon has been served on this trip. That’s a straightforward meal, not a restaurant tasting menu, but including food and drinks makes the long day easier to manage.

The meal also gives the group a natural pause between the coastal cruise and the next island. You don’t have to leave the boat to find lunch or spend part of your limited time ashore ordering food. If you have dietary needs, the available details don’t say what alternatives can be arranged, so contact the operator in advance.

There is a restroom on board, a practical point on an eight-hour excursion with several stretches at sea. Still, the boat’s capacity matters: with up to 150 people, lunch and the swim stop may feel more like a shared group outing than a quiet meal by the water.

A slower hour in Levanzo

After the Favignana coast and lunch, the boat heads to Levanzo. You’ll have free time to visit the island’s small village, then continue by boat past the Faraglione di Levanzo and coves such as Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola.

Levanzo offers a different mood from the longer Favignana stop. The village visit is a chance to get off the boat and enjoy a quieter pause, but the time ashore is about an hour. That is enough for a short look around, not a full island outing.

The coastal route adds another scenic stretch before the return to Trapani. If you like the idea of seeing both islands but don’t need a long, independent visit to either, the contrast works well. If you want to explore Levanzo at your own pace, an hour may feel brief.

The boat is scheduled to arrive back in Trapani between 5:00 and 6:00 pm. That one-hour range is worth keeping in mind if you have dinner plans, onward transport, or another activity that evening. The tour ends back at the original meeting point.

What the price gets you, and what it doesn’t

At $54.31 per person, the tour bundles transport between Trapani, Favignana, and Levanzo with a coastal cruise, free time on both islands, lunch, water, wine, fruit, and a restroom on board. For someone who wants a single organized day with both islands included, that is a useful package.

The extra fees add €10 per person: €5 payable before boarding and €5 for the marine reserve. Since the listed tour price is in dollars and the extra charges are in euros, check the payment details when you book and bring enough for the fees. The total value depends on what you want from the day. If you’d otherwise pay separately for boat transport and lunch, the bundle may suit you; if you want a small group, long swims, or extensive time ashore, the price alone won’t make the format right.

The operator is Blu Lines s.r.l., and the tour is offered in English. Confirmation is provided at booking, service animals are allowed, and the tour is near public transportation. Most people can participate, but the boat’s maximum capacity is 150, so don’t expect an intimate outing.

Who should book this boat tour?

I’d choose this trip if you have one day to see the Egadi Islands and prefer a planned route over juggling separate transport. It gives you a useful sampler: Favignana’s village and coast, a meal on board, and a short visit to Levanzo. The friendly crew and striking sea views are particular strengths of the day.

I’d hesitate if your main goal is a quiet swim, a long beach stay, or plenty of time to explore Favignana independently. The schedule is busy, and the boat can be crowded. If you book, decide in advance whether the museum, a train tour, or a swim matters most during your Favignana stop, and ask the operator about any equipment or food needs that are important to you.

The tour requires good weather. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time; if poor weather cancels the trip, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. For this kind of day, flexibility matters: the best reason to book is the chance to see two islands and their coast in one outing, not a promise of a private or beach-focused experience.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

It lasts about eight hours. Departure is at 9:30 am, with arrival back in Trapani scheduled between 5:00 and 6:00 pm.

Where does the tour leave from?

The meeting and ticket redemption point is Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 93a, 91100 Trapani. The tour ends back at the same meeting point.

Which islands does the tour visit?

The tour visits Favignana and Levanzo, with free time in the village on each island.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A typical Trapani lunch, water, wine, and fruit are included. Pasta alla Trapanese and melon have been served.

Are there additional fees?

Yes. The listed additional charges are €5 per person payable before boarding and €5 per person for the Egadi Islands Marine Nature Reserve.

How many people can join the boat tour?

The maximum group size is 150 people.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather leads to cancellation, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the experience starts.