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Sicily: The Liparian Islands under sail
The Aeolian or Liparian Islands are an infinitely picturesque archipelago of volcanic origin in the north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea. And if you choose for what to leave the blessed shores of Sicily, then for the sake of the Lipari Islands, definitely. And let the whole world wait!
The Lipari Islands are unique places where you can travel around the islands on a sailing yacht, stopping in increasingly beautiful coves, diving into crystal clear water and admiring the beauty of our planet. Every day we will have a new island to explore. We will visit the active volcano Stromboli, which periodically erupts. We will walk along the streets of Lipari island with colorful houses and a harbor with boats, as well as a beautiful cathedral and castle. We will anchor near the island.Vulcano. It is interesting that we will be standing directly above the hot hydrogen sulfide springs. The hot springs and hydrogen sulfide mud of Vulcano Island are considered curative and beneficial. Salina is the most visited island in the archipelago due to its well-developed yachting infrastructure: many resort hotels with all kinds of entertainment, gorgeous beaches, shops. The island of Panarea has very unusual and attractive places for lovers of snorkeling and scuba diving.
We will go through fishing spots (tuna, swordfish and the famous bluefin tuna are found in these waters), swim, sunbathe, enjoy life here and now. Prosecco, aperol, limoncello, campari and martini, wonderful Italian cuisine and mind-blowing sweets - all this awaits us on this unforgettable journey through the islands where mythology settled the god of the winds - Aeolus.
Start and finish: Sicily (Capo d'Orlando Marina)
Arrival airport: Catania (CTA)
To get to marina - transfer or bus (train)
Sailing yacht:
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 2020: 5 cabins, 3 bathrooms (electric), air conditioning
Route: Capo D'Orlando - Lipari - Stromboli - Panarea - Salina - Vulcano - Capo D'Orlando ~ 100+ nautical miles
Note: The route can be changed or supplemented, depending on weather conditions, the wishes of the team, the decision of the captain. The start and finish times remain unchanged.
Daily schedule
First day (Saturday) Marina Capo D'Orlando
Arrival at the marina, acquaintance, check-in on the yacht, purchase of provisions, dinner at a restaurant with national cuisine, a walk around the island.
Second day (Sunday) Transfer Marina Capo D'Orlando-O.Lipari
After breakfast, the captain will give a safety briefing. Departure to the sea at 10.00. We are waiting for a passage of about 21 nautical miles to a wonderful place - the picturesque island of Lipari.
Without exaggeration, Lipari can be called a real open-air museum. The capital of the archipelago, the largest and most popular. Colorful houses, a harbor with boats, cobbled streets and the vaults of St. Peter's Cathedral.Bartholomew, painted with a special passion. A castle rises above the city, as if built from the epochs - here, beyond the gates of the sixteenth century, the gates of the thirteenth meet, and then the traveler is stunned by the masonry of the eleventh century and a fantastic view of the sea the color of spring violets and the rugged shores of the island. The main characters in the history of Lipari are the Ottoman corsair Hayreddin Barbarossa, who burned it, and St. Bartholomew, whose relics, according to legend, were once brought by a wave to the shores of Lipari. Therefore, now in the cathedral there is a statue of the saint made of pure silver on a marble altar.
In the evening, we have dinner at a restaurant with national cuisine, relax and swim.
The third day (Monday) O.Lipari-O.Stromboli
At 9:00 we go to sea, our goal is the mystical island of Stromboli. Our passage is waiting for us - 24 nautical miles (about 5 hours). Along the way, we sunbathe, fish, and admire the unforgettable landscapes of the Lipari Islands.
Stromboli Island is famous for its active volcano, the cone of which is always smoking and spewing small jets of lava almost every 15 minutes - a kind of natural lighthouse for sailors. The lava flow of the Stromboli volcano is visible at night for more than 30 miles. Volcanic eruptions are usually weak, not harmful to the island, they have been lasting for 20 thousand years. Even if you do not land on Stromboli, but just admire its silhouette from the deck of the ship, the impressions will be unusual - it is not often possible to see a volcano growing directly from the sea. You can even feel the special aroma of the island - the sea, blooming orange trees and volcanic vapors. And if you're lucky, you can see a volcanic eruption and rocks hissing into the bay. In addition, fans of mountain hiking can go on an excursion to the mouth of the volcano accompanied by a guide. The ascent lasts about 4 hours, the excursions start around 6:00 p.m.
Thanks to the volcano, the island of Stromboli has acquired a distinctly black color - the roads of the island and the sand on the beach are black.
A small town is stuck to the foot of the island - houses made of volcanic stone of large masonry, quiet streets, picturesquely dilapidated facades. No wonder it was filmed here.the masterpieces "Stromboli, the land of God" with Ingrid Bergman and "Volcano" with Anna Magnani.
Fourth day (Tuesday) The transition is about.Stromboli-O.Panarea
We leave at 10.00 and make a crossing of 13 nautical miles (about 2-3 hours).
The island of Panarea is the smallest in the archipelago. In prehistoric times, Panarea was a much larger island, but after another catastrophic volcanic eruption, the lion's share of the island sank under water. There are dozens of small islands-fragments around Panarea - Dattilo, Liska Bianca, Liska Nera, etc. And the island of Panarea itself is still submerged in water by 2 cm per year. There are very unusual and attractive places for lovers of snorkeling and scuba diving. The cliffs on the island are steep, there are many small islets, the tops of which are hidden under a small layer of water, underwater rocks are covered with beautiful corals, and sunken ships are hidden in crevices.
The island of Panarea is only 3.4 square kilometers in size, and it is easy to walk to any point of the island. That is why there are no asphalt roads and cars (only tiny electric cars). There are 2 police officers per 200 people in the local population. Among the attractions are unsurpassed olives, capers, grapes, fresh fish; houses drowning in flowers, vacationing world celebrities, incredible views. Italian director Michelangelo Antonioni made the beauty of this island the main character of his film L'Avventura (Adventure)
The fifth day (Wednesday) is the transition of O.Panarea-O.Salina
We leave at 9.00 a.m. and make a crossing of 12 nautical miles.
Salina Island has been glorified by filmmakers. One of the most touching and beautiful films in the history of Italian cinema was shot here - the last film by Massimo Troisi, "The Postman". This is the second largest island of the archipelago after Lipari, it is the remnant of two extinct volcanoes that gave the island its first name - Dimim, which means twins. In Italy and beyond, the island is known for its amber Malvasia wine and excellent capers.
Salina is the most visited island in the archipelago due to its well-developed yachting infrastructure: many resort hotels with all kinds of entertainment, gorgeous beaches, shops.
Salina is also recommended to visit due to the excellent cuisine.
In the evening, we have dinner at a restaurant with national cuisine (swordfish is on the menu), relax and swim.
The sixth day (Thursday) is the transition toSalina-O.Vulcano
Departure at 10.00, crossing 11 nautical miles. We swim, fish, and sunbathe along the way. When crossing to the south of Lipari Island, we will stop in the bay - it is here that unforgettable photos are obtained.
Vulcano is the forge of the God Hephaestus and a Sicilian health resort. Vulcano is the closest island to the coast of Sicily. It was here that the last volcano of the archipelago was born, which gradually "crawled" to Stromboli. The fact that the interior of the island has not calmed down yet is evidenced by numerous fumaroles - volcanic gas outlets. The large Fossa crater offers the best views of the whole of Sicily to the violet sea and the chain of islands. Yellow fumaroles with clouds of sulfur gas escaping from them, red volcanic stone, blue sea - you understand why the ancient Romans settled the god Hephaestus here.
The hot springs and hydrogen sulfide mud of Vulcano Island are considered curative and beneficial. The mud baths are located next to the marina Porto di Levante. It is a small shallow lake about 50 m in diameter with a depth above the knee. Hot springs with temperatures up to 70 degrees are beating in the lake. Hot springs also beat in the sea next to the lake, and hot gas rises through cracks in the rocks, which heats the stones and near the lake you can find places where the air temperature is like in a sauna.
In the evening, we have dinner at a restaurant with national cuisine, relax and swim.
The seventh day (Friday) is the transition toVulcano Marina Capo D'Orlando
Departure at 9.00, crossing 21 nautical miles (about 5 hours). After arriving at the marina, we relax, have lunch, swim, and, if desired, explore the sights of the island.
In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner and friendly gatherings.
Day eight (Saturday) Marina Capo D'Orlando
The day of departure. The crew must leave the yacht before 8.00.
The sun, the waves, the sail, the yacht, the unique islands where everyone is magnificent in their own way, the chic mood and the sea of positivity - this magical mixture has never left anyone indifferent. A charge of sea cheerfulness is guaranteed. See you again Wind God Aeolus, see you again Sicily!
Event ships
Event prices
50
Prepayment is made without additional charges
mooring fee
fuel
meals on board (except alcohol)
final cleaning
starting fees
skipper
Yacht ticket office
350 €
One place in a double cabin on the yacht
5
850 €
When purchasing a cabin (2 seats) - a discount of 100 euros per cabin
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