The 4 Nature Reserve Tours in Italy That Earn Their Price

1.Snorkeling marine protected area Tavolara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Join DST Sardegna for a four-hour boat trip through Tavolara’s protected waters. Guides such as Daniel, Sandra, Ada, Sabina, and Lucio help with snorkeling at the Crisso wreck, Molara’s natural pools, Tavolara, or Punta Spalmatore. Equipment, a flotation vest, and a snack are included.

“Superbe expérience de snockling dans des lieux magnifiques. Les guides étaient chaleureux et attentionnés, de quoi passer un merveilleux moment.”

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2.From Trapani: Tour of San Vito lo Capo, Zingaro Nature Reserve, and Scopello

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 91 reviews

Travel by private air-conditioned bus from Trapani to San Vito Lo Capo, then board the JACKYE SEA for coves, snorkeling, and swimming in the Zingaro Nature Reserve. Finish at Scopello’s Faraglioni with an onboard aperitif. The host speaks Italian, and no named guide is provided.

“Había solicitado guía en Inglés y no fue lo que realmente tuve. Se habló solamente en italiano”

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3.Catania: Cyclops Islands & Timpa Nature Reserve Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 82 reviews · from $66Best value

From Aci Castello, cruise with marine biologist Andrea and the Etna and Sea Excursion crew along Sicily’s volcanic coast. Snorkel above lava pillars, caves, canyons, and faults near the Cyclops Islands and La Timpa Reserve. Equipment, water, drinks, and light snacks are included.

“Very friendly staff, who told us about the history of Sicily. We went to one snorkeling spot and saw some lava caves from the boat. It was a fairly small group (about ten). The equipment was included and water and some fruit was available. Definitely recommend!”

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4.Boat tour to explore the Marine Protected Area of Tavolara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Set out from Olbia with a small English-speaking crew on a 7.5-meter RIB. You’ll cruise through Tavolara’s protected waters, stop at Molara’s Natural Pools and Capo Ceraso, and snorkel with free gear. Guides such as Beatrice and Tito add local stories, while snacks and drinks keep the outing easy.

“Very friendly guide. Beautiful points of interest and my kids loved the snorkeling and seeing the dolphins.”

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