Sunset Boat Tour: Sicilian Aperitif Experience

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Embark on a sunset boat tour in Palermo and experience the enchanting Queen’s Cave. Indulge in local snacks and sip on refreshing Aperol Sprizz while admiring the breathtaking sunset over the sea.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Virgin Mary (Queen’s Grotto) (Route)

Operating Schedule: Duration 2 hours and 30 minutes
Departures 2.30pm in winter and 6.30pm in summer
Times may vary

1. Parco Thalassa

Points of Interest

Grotta della regina

What's Included

Captain will choose boat based on participants
Snacks
Use of snorkeling equipment

What's Not Included

Carbonated beverages
For a special occasion, give yourself an unforgettable moment: flowers and cake on request for you.

Additional Information

Our 2.5-hour tour provides a distinctive opportunity to witness the sunset aboard our boat. Departures from Marina Yachting’s Trapezoidal Pier in Palermo are scheduled for 14:30 in winter and 18:30 in summer.
The journey will take you to the Queen’s Cave, accompanied by soothing music. Once anchored, guests can indulge in a delightful Sicilian aperitif…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Ntalaat

Jul 11, 2025

Sunset boat tour. Stop for a nice swim near the caves and enjoy a beautiful view of Palermo at Sunset from the sea - Had a great time on the sunset boat tour! Highly recommended and reliable if you want to have a great time! Thank you Alberto for giving us unforgettable time and making great memories with friends!

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Experience596985

Jul 10, 2025

Immaculate vibes - By far the highlight of my trip to Sicily. Amazing views, amazing food, amazing vibes. Our hosts were kind and warm.y favourite was the water scooters and goggles, allowing you to zip through the water quickly and even dive down to the ocean floor. Swimming with the little fishies in the Tyrrhenian Sea is an experience I will always remember. I highly recommend!

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Nilskattau

Jul 7, 2025

Recommended - Great sunset view, friendly staff, tasty food, and good service. The snorkeling with the jets was also fun, although there wasn't much to see under water.

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414mayaw

Jul 1, 2025

Amazing romantic sunset boat trip with dolphins and food! - This was a completely wonderful experience. We arrived early as we were nervous to not be able to find the boat, and our guide was waiting for us on the dock to lead us there. We placed our bags and shoes in the hull and sat on the front as we set off and talked with the other participants. We boated to the Queens cave where we were able to swim in the beautiful water and were given snorkels, goggles, and a water scooter which was super fun. Then we were served aperol spritz and local foods prepared on board which were panelle, arancine (2 kinds!) chips, sfincione, caprese, and more. We set sail again and swam again to watch the beautiful sunset and saw a school of dolphins! After this we were given limoncello and dessert cannolis which were absolutely delicious. We watched the entire sunset and returned to the beautiful marina (itself a really cool destination spot also.) It was one of the best experiences of our entire vacation and I highly, highly recommend to anyone visiting.

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Lucy

Jul 1, 2025

Sunset Cruise - Angela and her husband were great! The views were beautiful and the food provided was delicious. I highly recommend doing if you come to Palermo.

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Lisa_d

Jun 28, 2025

A MUST do! Do not miss out on this fantastic experience! - This is an absolute must!!! Parking was so easy and cheap right next to the Marina Yachting. They aren’t allowed to post signs so it was a bit difficult to find. Just ask for Palermo Boat tours and you’ll be fine. Angela and Luca were the most amazing hosts! Their son Alberto greeted us and brought us to the boat. We were joined by 4 other couples. The boat was immaculate, there was time for swimming in the Mediterranean, and half way though the tour they served appetizers (arancini, pizzette, ricotta sandwiches, potato croquettes, panelle, and prosciutto and cheese sandwiches. Luca made delicious spritzes for everyone. I recommend this tour 1000%!!!

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Mumofboysandpup

Jun 9, 2025

Really lovely end to a day. - Our sunset cruise was a lovely end to a day of wandering round sightseeing in Palermo. Our skipper Angela and Luca were incredibly friendly and really made it a great experience. The boat was bigger than we expected with great facilities and the chance to jump in and have a swim by the cove too was fab. Thank you so much guys for a wonderful experience.

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Jacqueline_s

May 25, 2025

Sunset cruise Palermo - Beautiful sunset cruise on family owned boat, delicious aperitif display and the most delicious cannoli!!! Perfect experience!

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Happiness27891681787

May 23, 2025

Angela and Luca are amazing!! - Angela and Luca are amazing hosts with kind hearts, warm personalities and excellent planning! We were in a larger mixed group and had the most amazing time. They carefully plan everything including acting as our photographers. From the spritz to the food to the views, perfection! Thank you both, we wish you nothing but health, happiness & sucess!! Robin & Brian

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Travel03704291239

May 22, 2025

Increíble, surprised and just unforgettable experience - We were a group of 7 girls throwing a hen party for our friend in Sicily, and booking a boat tour with Palermo in Boat was easily the best decision we made! From the get-go, communication was a breeze—clear, friendly, and super helpful. Once you’re on this beautiful island, you quickly notice how kind and welcoming Sicilians are… and Angela and Luca are no exception. They’re the kind of people who make you feel instantly at home. The tour itself? Absolutely magical. We visited a cave, had plenty of time to swim, snap pics, and just soak it all in. But the real secret weapon? The food and drinks on board! Homemade, delicious, and served with so much love. Honestly, we felt like one big family floating on the sea—laughing, sharing stories, and even matching outfits. Yes, even Angela joined in and looked incredible! Angela, I’m calling you for the next hen—but this time I’m showing up as a guest because, as we say in Ireland, you understand the craic! (Translation: you really know how to have fun!) Thank you both for everything—the warm hospitality, the incredible food, the unforgettable moments, and all the love you put into what you do. Non vi dimenticherò mai! With love from Ireland!

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From $116

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult