OUR MAIN BASE
Sailing boats
and catamarans
in Sicily
CONTACTS
OPERATIVE OFFICE: MARINA VILLA IGIEA Piazza Acquasanta, 17
90142 Palermo (PA)
GPS: 38° 8’35.35″N – 13°22’2.90″E
VHF: 74
Phone +39 347 5260089
E-Mail: info@lagunayachting.it
SERVICES
The Egadi Islands are characterized by spectacular sea, unspoiled nature, silence and spectacular beaches. To dominate this still wild part of Sicily, right in front of the port of Trapani, are the wind and the sea which here assumes all the shades of The archipelago of the Egadi large just over 37 km ², consists of three islands: Favignana, Marettimo and Levanzo, the rock of Maraone and the small islet of Formica.
Each island has a particular conformation and one of its particular characteristics, they are all part of a Marine Protected Area. Visiting these islands is like taking a trip to a place where time seems dilated, where the rhythms of the sea and fishing dictate and influence the days.
FAVIGNANA
The largest of the Egadi Islands with its characteristic butterfly shape
It is so beautiful that you could stay a month to discover it and savor
it all, calmly, at a slow pace. You go around by bicycle or on a moped, to get lost in its
wildest part. You buy freshly caught fish at the port, you can taste the tasty specialties ̀ of the local tradition, let yourself be surprised by the intense blue of the sea among its coves. La Tonnara, the cathedral of tuna will leave you breathless for its architectural beauty that you cannot wait...
LEVANZO
The smallest and most romantic of the Egadi Islands! Wild, lonely
Bathed by clear and crystalline waters, ancient immersed in a dimension where time seems to have stopped.
Its coasts are very jagged, full of solitary and silent coves, where you can enjoy moments of total relaxation. For diving enthusiasts there will be opportunities to get lost in its breathtaking seabed, to discover the ancient relics of the Punic wars. To end the evening in one of the typical family-run restaurants to taste the Cabbucio prepared in Levanzara style. If you are looking for the island that does not exist ̀... You found it!
MARETTIMO
An island completely different from the other two, mountainous and very green, thanks to numerous underground springs, and is ̀ of a disarming beauty
Approaching, you then begin to see Punta Troia, surmounted by the magnificent Norman castle. The
many paths will lead you to discover the most hidden parts of the island where a breathtaking landscape will be revealed. kingdom of nature, the island is surrounded by the largest marine reserve in Europe but there is also the high, solemn, austere mountain that in some parts of the island even reminds us of the Dolomites.
MINOR ISLANDS
Among what to see in the Egadi Islands also include some tiny islets and rocks that are part of the great naturalistic heritage of the archipelago
The island closest to the Sicilian coasts is Formica, a rock that houses an old trap now
used as a recovery center against drug addiction. After that, between Formica and Levanzo rises Maraone,
a small strip of land in where various species of birds nest. In front of Favignana rise the islands of Preveto, Galera and Galeotta, which are part of the protected nature reserve. In particular, Preveto is home to an absolutely dream beach. Finally, the famous Faraglione is there. ’islet located in front of Levanzo, right in front of the beautiful Cala Faraglione.
ISLANDS OF STAGNONE
The formation of these islands is quite recent, but they still offer a great deal to its visitors.
Isola Grande separates the lagoon from the open sea and is a perfect oasis of natural
peace. You will therefore find a decidedly particular native
fauna, including pink flamingos and mallards, and the splendid San Teodoro beach.
to lose is undoubtedly Mozia. Here is the ancient Phoenician city founded in the 8th century BC
and today one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Sicily. You can admire the tophet and the beautiful Whithaker
Archaeological Museum which it houses the famous marble statue of the young man found here in 1979.
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OUR CONTACTS
If you have any questions about our rental process, would like to receive a quote or would simply like to visit us at the dock, contact us and we will respond quickly. We are at your disposal every day at the following times:
Mon-Sat: 9:00 – 19:00
info@lagunayachting.it
+39 347 5260089
MARINA VILLA IGIEA
Piazza Acquasanta, 17, 90142 Palermo (PA)