The Aeolian Islands don’t look like anywhere else in the Mediterranean—seven volcanic islands off the northern tip of Sicily, each with its own character, its own terrain, its own way of stopping you in your tracks. We sail between them and hike them on foot, moving at a pace shaped by wind and weather and the group itself. Active craters, ancient ruins, lush ridgelines, and water so clear it almost looks fake—this is one of those trips that’s genuinely hard to describe until you’ve done it.
Come join our 8-day guided sailing and trekking adventure through the Aeolian Islands, departing from and returning to Capo d'Orlando Marina. Over the course of the week, we sail to and hike Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Filicudi, Panarea, Basiluzzo, and Stromboli—each island explored on its own terms, connected by daily navigation. Accommodation is on board throughout, and most meals are prepared together as a crew. An experienced U.I.A.G.M.-certified mountain guide leads all treks on land, while a skipper handles everything at sea.
Included:
Upon boarding, a €300 cash fee must be paid for all onboard food provisions, bedding, towels, and essential boat services like the outboard engine and final cleaning. If you have any questions about this, contact us and we will get back ASAP !
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To join this Aeolian Islands hiking and sailing tour, great fitness is required. Hiking days involve sustained ascents on volcanic and Mediterranean scrub terrain—some steep and exposed—and the Stromboli evening climb is a demanding effort with a return in the dark. Strong swimming skills are also strongly recommended, as swimming is a regular part of the week. No sailing experience is necessary.
Across the week, you’ll hike up to 10 km (6 mi) per day, with a maximum daily elevation gain of +1,000 m (3,281 ft).
The total for the trip is 3,650 m (11,975 ft) of elevation gain and 35 km (22 mi) of distance. While the distance may seem short, the terrain and elevation make this adventure quite challenging.
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If this is your first time on a sailing boat and you don’t know what to expect, here is what you can expect from life on board:
Note that rigid suitcases are not permitted on board. Use a bag that can be folded and stored once empty—space is limited and shared.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
Aeolian Islands hiking & sailing tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
Due to very limited availability onboard, a single occupancy cabin is not available on this Aeolian Islands hiking and sailing adventure.
The starting point of your Aeolian Islands hiking and sailing tour is Capo d’Orlando Marina or Palermo. The exact location depends on the date and we’ll notify you as soon as possible.
To get there, most people fly into Palermo Airport (PMO) or Catania Airport (CTA). From either airport, you can reach Capo d’Orlando by car (roughly 1.5–2 hours from Palermo, 2 hours from Catania) or by public transport via the coastal train line. Or you can fly into Palermo Airport if the meeting point is Palermo.
You will meet your guides at 4 pm at Capo d’Orlando Marina or Palermo on Day 1. The tour ends on Day 8 with disembarkation by 9 am.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
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Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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