🌅 What to do in the Egadi Islands on extra days
Personalized ideas for every type of traveler
The Egadi are a corner of Sicily suspended in time: crystal-clear sea, wild trails, historic tuna fisheries, and a slow and authentic pace of life. If you have one or more extra days, you can discover unexpected sides of Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo. Whether you are sporty, a relaxation lover, curious about history, or passionate about good food, the Egadi will surprise you.
🧗♂️ For sports enthusiasts and outdoor activity lovers
The Egadi are a paradise for those who love moving in nature: trekking, diving, sea caves, and spectacular views.
Trekking in Marettimo along the Semaforo trail
A path between sea and mountains that offers breathtaking views of the archipelago and encounters with wild goats and peregrine falcons.
Snorkeling and diving in the Protected Marine Reserve
Between Cala Rossa (Favignana), Punta Altarella, or Secca del Toro, the seabeds are rich in life, submerged caves, and archaeological wrecks.
Kayaking along the coasts of Levanzo
Explore coves and hidden caves paddling along the jagged coasts of the smallest and most romantic island of the Egadi.
🌸 For those seeking tranquility and relaxation
Here silence is still a value. The Egadi are perfect for those who want to slow down, listen to the sea, and breathe freedom.
Day at Cala Minnola or Cala del Pozzo (Favignana)
Away from the crowd, reachable with a bit of walking or by bike, these coves offer clear water, silence, and postcard landscapes.
Sunset walk to the Castle of Santa Caterina (Favignana)
A challenging climb, but the view over the entire island, the sun setting into the sea, and the wind blowing through the stones are worth every step.
Bath and siesta in the caves of Marettimo
The sea caves like the Grotta del Cammello are perfect for a refreshing bath and a bit of peace in the shade of the rock.
🖼️ For art, history, and culture enthusiasts
The Egadi tell ancient stories: of tuna, battles, monks, and sailors. They hold places that speak with the voice of time.
Visit to the Florio Tuna Fishery in Favignana
A dive into the memory of a vanished world: the restored tuna fishery tells centuries of fishing, toil, and island life.
Grotta del Genovese (Levanzo)
A unique archaeological site with Paleolithic and Neolithic rock paintings: visit with a guide, by sea or on foot.
Museum of the Battle of the Egadi in Favignana
Displays artifacts recovered from the seabed: helmets, amphorae, and Roman rams from the battle of 241 BC that changed the history of the Mediterranean.
🍷 For those who love food and authentic experiences
In the Egadi, you eat simply, but with intense ingredients and dishes that tell of tradition, sea, and land.
Home cooking class with the island's women
Learn to prepare fish couscous, pasta with sardines, busiate with Trapani pesto, or almond sweets according to handed-down recipes.
Tasting of tuna, capers, and local wine
Favignana is famous for red tuna, capers, and aromatic wines. Visit farms and shops where you can taste zero-kilometer products.
Dinner in a seaside trattoria in Marettimo
Tables with a view of the harbor or isolated rocks, freshly caught fish, fresh white wine, and the feeling of being out of this world.
🛥️ For those who want to explore the surroundings
Each island has a different character: just a boat or a short trip to change scenery and perspective.
Mini cruise among the three Egadi
Set sail from Favignana and spend the day touching Levanzo and Marettimo: dives, caves, snorkeling, and stops in villages where time has stood still.
Tour of the sea caves of Marettimo by boat
An unforgettable experience: Grotta del Presepe, Grotta della Bombarda, and many others, illuminated by the reflections of the sea.
Day trip to Trapani or Erice
If you feel like touching the mainland, you can take the opportunity to discover Trapani, the salt pans, or take the cable car to Erice, a medieval village suspended between clouds and myths.
