Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea
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Explore the volcanic islands of Panarea and Stromboli in the UNESCO-listed Aeolian Archipelago, on a day trip from Taormina. After traveling by motorboat to each island (please note that there will be other groups on board of the motorboat), enjoy free time to swim in their crystalline waters or amble around their villages. Cruise around Stromboli to see the island’s volcano at its bombastic best. A crater called Sciara del Fuoco is easily visible from the water, so look out for its frequent jet-like eruptions lighting up the night sky!
A penalty will be incurred in case of a no-show. The motorboat is equipped with bar and toilets. It is absolutely forbidden to consume takeaway food and/or drinks on board. Toilets are not accessible near the ports and therefore their use is permitted exclusively during navigation. Smoking is prohibited inside and outside our motor ships (there is an exception at the stern, in the embarkation and disembarkation area, authorized by our on-board staff).
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The conduct of maritime excursions, as well as being affected by weather and sea conditions, is always subordinated to the decisions of the shipping company and the authorities.
Recommended clothing: wind jacket, hat, bathing suit, towel and sunscreen lotion
From October departure will be anticipated by one hour.
What To Expect
Capo di Milazzo
Reach Milazzo and get on board the motorboat
Chiesa di San Pietro in Panarea
Free time on the island of Panarea
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Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea
What‘s Included
Multilingual Tour escort/host
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport between islands by motorboat
Lunch, Dinner
Eco tax at the Port of Milazzo (approx. 5 euros between 1st June - 30th September and 2.5 euros from the 1st to the 31st October). Please note the amount may be subject to changes during the season.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
242 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A long day but worth it to see Stromboli
Jacqueline D,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We were picked up near to our hotel and driven to the port of Milazzo where we embarked on to the boat. It was all a bit chaotic but we chose seats on the second deck (having read reviews about getting wet on the top deck). The boat was very crowded, so crowded that some unfortuante people were sent up to the top deck. Then the storm came with large waves and torrential rain, people being sick, falling over and getting soaking wet. A lady in the queue for the toilet told me she was soaked right through to her knickers! Luckily the wether cleared and by the time we reached Panatera the sun was shining. We had time for a walk around and an ice cream then we were off to Stromboli. Because of the weather conditions it had taken longer to get there so we had less time at each stop and there wasn't really time to both eat and walk around stromboli Back on the boat we sailed around the island as it started to get dark and were lucky enough to see some small explosions just beneath the cloud cover The trip back seemed long but, luckily it was not as rough as before. Some people were sick. The toilets on board were dreadful - from start to finish - with no toilet seats, paper, water and occasionally covered in vomit! The coffee etc was nice
Gorgeous
Mark B,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trip is a long day but well worth it. The Aeolian Islands are stunning and the sunset at Stromboli with the opportunity to see the volcano erupting worth the trip alone. Take your swimming costumes as there is more than enough time on both Panarea and Stromboli to enjoy the beach. I didn’t take mine and regretted it
It is a large tour and...
Penny B,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00It is a large tour and the boat is very noisy and crowded. The islands are beautiful. But Stromboli volcano isn’t as exciting as depicted in the advertising material.
Disappointed experience
PAOLA P,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00I thought the islands were better, then the volcano there was no lava, I did not like that there was no lunch including even a welcome drink all expensive in the ship .. even islands you could not buy anything, too many hours for the evening retreat.
Disappointed
Elaine H,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00The bus and boat were long but we expected that. Stopping to the two towns ( sort of off-season) was disappointing. They were not as charming as described. The tour was very crowded and almost stampeded onto the boat. My husband had to grab a young child before he fell in the water. I feel the tour guide should have managed the crowd better. The volcano was a little under active so that was disappointing ( but not controllable) The scenery on the boat ride was beautiful though. I would suggest 2 tour guides for that large a group. Also, shorten to a sunset cruise by Stromboli in the off season
Bravo.
Guy M,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Excursion lasting 14 hours. Very interesting to visit. Stromboli may be inactive. To visit
Very nice day trip to Stromboli
Bruno H,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice trip. A good guide who could speak both English and German well. Notice that the trip starts with a one-hour bus ride to Milazzo. Then you depart from there on a boat to the islands. Amazing to see the Stromboli volcano at night. Well worth the trip!
The big burb
MaryJean C,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience. Franco was a good tour guide. From taormina it was one and half hour bus ride to the port on the other side of Messina Then boarded the big motorboat. First stop was Panarea island. Walked around and had lunch. Two hours then got back on the boat to stromboli had three hours to walk around some people went swimming. Then got on the boat and went around stromboli to see the show. The volcano burbed up and for a few seconds could see the red lava but not a big show. Enjoyed the day. Would recommend it
Crowded boat
roryhyppia,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Positives Air conditioned bus(approx 2 hours from Taormina to the port) The guide was pleasant and multi-lingual The islands we visited were stunningly beautiful and seeing the sunset and volcanoes at night was a wonderful experience. Negatives The boat was crammed with people, quite uncomfortable and really difficult to find a seat. I would not recommend doing a trip of this length in such an over crowded and uncomfortable boat.
Long fun day
Deborah E,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Lovely long day out . Our guide was amazing… Alexandra… funny, informative and kind. Sadly Stromboli wasn’t great on our day and boat left just before it seemed to be erupting.
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