From Trapani: Day Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch — Review
What the tour is like
You meet at the Trapani port, board a large ferry-style boat, and leave around 9:30. The sea takes 2 hours to settle; if the scirocco blows, you’ll feel it. The crew cooks pasta in the galley while you cruise toward Favignana. First stop is Cala Rossa or Bue Marino for a swim — rocky entry, clear water, maybe 30 minutes. Then free time on Favignana town itself: roughly 2 hours to bike to Cala Azzurra, lunch at a bar if you want, or just beach time. Next is Levanzo, the smaller sister island with a white harbour; you get an hour to walk the steep lanes and maybe see the Grotta del Genovese from the water. The return stops at another cove (more swimming) and you’re back in Trapani late afternoon. The whole day is steady motion and strangers, not quiet or intimate.
What works
- €42 is unbeatable value — full day, boat, lunch, two islands, two swims
- 1,757 reviews means massive feedback from real travellers; consistency is proven
- Kate said the pasta lunch was delicious; Isabelle said the trip was well-organised
- Two islands for the price of one; you see both major Egadi coves
- Works perfectly for car-free travellers; the boat and bike handle everything
- Lunch aboard saves you hunting a restaurant; you have more free time ashore
Worth knowing
- Large boat (80–100 people) means it can feel like a party, not intimate
- The 4.2 rating reflects this: Ivan said it was rushed; Ava said ’more than perfect’ but others note the crowding
- Pasta lunch is simple; if you want quality food, eat ashore on Favignana instead
- Swimming stops are short; you’re not on a snorkelling tour
- 2 hours on Favignana is tight if you want to bike inland or relax a beach
- Sea conditions matter; rough water spoils the day
Book this in May or June when the sea is calm and you’re not battling July crowds. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water shoes for rocky coves. Eat a light breakfast; the pasta comes late and the galley rocks in swell.
Who it’s for
First-time visitors, couples on a budget, families with children, anyone without a car who wants to see both islands in one shot. People comfortable with groups and happy to follow a schedule.
Not for you if: you want a quiet, intimate trip or have limited time ashore. The 24-seat full-day boat is smaller; the €99 day tour gives more lunch freedom. See all boat tours to compare.
Other tours to consider
Lunch includedFrom Trapani: Egadi Islands Boat Tour to Favignana & Levanzo
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Small group RIBFrom Trapani: Egadi Islands RIB Day Trip to Favignana & Levanzo
Frequently asked questions
Is €42 really the full price?
Yes. €42 per person, lunch aboard, boat, two islands, two swims. You pay what you see. The ferry from Trapani (€12–14 return) is separate if you fly in.
What’s the pasta lunch like?
Simple, cooked in the galley. Carbs to keep you going. It’s not a three-course meal; it’s fuel. Bring snacks you like and eat properly ashore on Favignana.
Can I skip the boat and just visit the islands by ferry?
The ferry gets you to Favignana or Levanzo but doesn’t cruise between them or stop at Cala Rossa. This tour is the view-from-water experience. See getting there for ferry-only options.
Why is the rating only 4.2 if so many people book it?
The 4.2 reflects honesty. 1,757 reviews span everyone — families, solo travellers, people who got seasick, people in love. The tour is crowded and rushed, which brings the average down. That doesn’t make it bad; it makes it real value. See all tours for comparison.
Is there time to actually swim?
Yes. Two swim stops, each roughly 30 minutes. Enough to cool off, not enough for a long snorkel. Bring a waterproof phone pouch if you want photos underwater.