EXCURSIONS TO THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS

Trip to Panarea e Stromboli islands departure 11:30, return 22:30

Departure from Lipari in the late morning, we will sail along Monte Rosa and Canneto Bay before heading towards the island of Panarea.

Panarea is the smallest of the seven islands, renowned today for its refined beauty and VIP venues.

The first bay we will encounter is Calajunco, famous for its crystal-clear waters, above which lies the promontory of Capo Milazzese, where remains of a prehistoric Bronze Age village can still be found. Both can be reached from the port via a beautiful 40-minute walk or by electric taxis that circulate on the island.

After Calajunco, we will reach the beautiful Cala Zimmari, home to the longest sandy beach on the island, also accessible from the harbor with a scenic walk.

Beyond the beach, numerous islets surround us: Dattilo, Lisca Bianca, Lisca Nera, Bottaro, and the Panarelli islands, a small archipelago waiting to be discovered.

Around lunchtime, we will reach the port of Panarea and the village of San Pietro. From here, various walking trails lead into the island, allowing you to discover picturesque corners and enchanting views that define Panarea, its exclusive shops, restaurants, bars, and the small settlements of Drautto and Dittella.

In the afternoon, we will depart towards Stromboli, sailing past small islets until we reach the more distant Basiluzzo and Spinazzola, which lie halfway between the two islands.

And here we are in front of "IDDU," the most active volcano in the world, the lighthouse of the Mediterranean. This perfectly conical island rises nearly 2400 meters, with only 900 meters above sea level.

The fourth-largest island in size, but the most famous in the archipelago, Stromboli stands out with the contrast between the white buildings and black sand, while the constant plume of smoke signals its continuous activity.

In the afternoon, we will disembark at the port of Scari, where there are many possibilities: a swim in the cobalt waters, easily accessible thanks to the numerous beaches and coves surrounding the island; a walk through the colorful town center, reaching the terrace in front of the Church of San Vincenzo, from where you can enjoy a magnificent panorama of Strombolicchio and the town; or a stop at the house where Ingrid Bergman and Roberto Rossellini stayed during the filming of the movie "Stromboli."

For the more adventurous, there is an option to hike up the volcano, reaching the Observatory, and walking along the Sciara del Fuoco, a volcanic lava flow with a dramatic effect.

In the evening, we will depart to view Strombolicchio, a small islet shaped like a medieval castle, rising 43 meters high with a lighthouse on top.

To conclude the day, we will sail under the Sciara del Fuoco, a steep slope carved by lava torrents, and admire the dramatic eruptions of this ever-active volcano.

We will slowly leave the Sciara and return to Lipari, concluding our journey around 10:00 PM.

TIMING:

Departure: 11:30
(All times below are approximate and will be confirmed by the crew on the day of departure.)

Arrival at Panarea: 12:30
Departure from Panarea: 15:30
Arrival at Stromboli: 17:00
Departure from Stromboli: 19:30
Return to Lipari: 22:00