Occhio Al Boma - Escursioni in Barca a Vela
Occhio Al Boma - Escursioni in Barca a Vela
Occhio Al Boma - Escursioni in Barca a Vela
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Temporarily Closed Every day from March to November, we set sail off one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful coastlines. We offer you a day trip on a sailboat, either for your exclusive use or in the company of a few others, with a skipper at your complete disposal, surrounded by Saracen towers, sea stacks, wonderful bays and coves - and with a bit of luck, dolphins, too! This tour starts at the harbour "La Cala" in the center of Palermo
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StrachanScotland
Scotland7 contributions
Sep 2011 • Couples
We had a lovely sailing trip. Unfortunately there wasn't much wind but that didn't spoil the fun. It was a great way to view the reserve from the water and Alfredo stopped at a number of different bays to allow us to snorkel. The highlight of the trip was spotting 3 dolphins which swam right beside the boat.
Recommended.
Recommended.
Written September 25, 2011
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Gangel127
St. Albans, UK4 contributions
Aug 2011
We had a really great days sailing with Alfredo and Patricia around the Zingaro nature reserve and Scopello. Alfredo skippered the yacht expertly and Patricia was very informative about the places we visited. They knew the best places to go for snorkelling in crystal clear waters. They made us feel very welcome on their boat and looked after us and the children wonderfully. My husband helped crew the boat as he enjoys hands on sailing while the rest of us relaxed on the deck! A great day out 0 highly recommended.
Written August 25, 2011
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ViaggioLento58
Neuchâtel, Switzerland146 contributions
Jul 2011
We had two wonderful sailing trips with Occhio Al Boma on the coast of Zingaro Natural Reserve and Mount Cofano Natural Reserve. It was a relief after the super-crowded San Vito beaches. We could swim in crystal clear waters of beautiful bays.
Skipper Alfredo (who is also a wine expert) and his "crew" (wife Patrizia and son Giovanni) were perfect hosts and set a very friendly and fun atmosphere. The Grecanico aperitif was a pleasant surprise.
If you are in San Vito with friends and family, I highly recommend to charter Occhio al Boma for one day trips !
Skipper Alfredo (who is also a wine expert) and his "crew" (wife Patrizia and son Giovanni) were perfect hosts and set a very friendly and fun atmosphere. The Grecanico aperitif was a pleasant surprise.
If you are in San Vito with friends and family, I highly recommend to charter Occhio al Boma for one day trips !
Written August 10, 2011
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jentravelseverywhere
Hamden, Connecticut17 contributions
We showed up at the dock and were told by another tour company that our sailing trip has been cancelled because not enough people had reserved that day, but we could go on their snorkel motorboat instead, for half day instead of full. We were then offered to go sailing another day of we wanted. We had driven 4 hours to make this trip, and were never told it was possible to be cancelled. What a terrible disappointment. Please know if you book this trip, it may be cancelled the morning of your reservation.
Written September 19, 2014
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Dear Jennifer, the tour was canceled due to bad weather conditions. We sent an email 5 hours before the start because you did not provvide us your phone number.
Best regards Alfredo
Written September 20, 2014
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andydello
1 contribution
Sep 2016 • Friends
We had such a good time on this yatch this review could go on forever. From scenery to crystal clear seas from excellent food cooked on board to great service Alfredo and Giovanni gave us a day that we'll never forget.
The yatch is a good size and kept in top condition, much better than any picture on the website. Also the service is very attentive without being invasive of your private space. Top Sicilian hospitality on the water. After a few minutes we all felt like we were with good friends.
Alfredo and Giovanni know that sea like the back of their hands, so not only they can suggest alternative itineraries if the weather or winds are against you but you get all the history and curiosities of the coast if you're interested. And diving off the boat and snorkelling in the best spots come as standard. If you love the sea and you're in Palermo this is as good as it gets.
Plenty of drinks and amazing good food was cooked and offered to us on board. We booked the yatch for a birthday and everything was just perfect, even the delicious cake. Wish I could do it everyday. Thank you very much. Looking forward to doing it all again.
The yatch is a good size and kept in top condition, much better than any picture on the website. Also the service is very attentive without being invasive of your private space. Top Sicilian hospitality on the water. After a few minutes we all felt like we were with good friends.
Alfredo and Giovanni know that sea like the back of their hands, so not only they can suggest alternative itineraries if the weather or winds are against you but you get all the history and curiosities of the coast if you're interested. And diving off the boat and snorkelling in the best spots come as standard. If you love the sea and you're in Palermo this is as good as it gets.
Plenty of drinks and amazing good food was cooked and offered to us on board. We booked the yatch for a birthday and everything was just perfect, even the delicious cake. Wish I could do it everyday. Thank you very much. Looking forward to doing it all again.
Written September 16, 2016
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lynnstraw
Philadelphia, PA92 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
This August, my husband and I spent a wonderful day sailing with Alferdo. Booking was easy and he sent very clear directions on when and where to meet. The boat was lovely, clean and well maintained. There were only four of us on the boat and Alfredo made us feel welcome and part of his family. We made three stops for swimming and snorkeling and the water was fabulous. He even had noodles if you just wanted to float around in the water. The pasta lunch was amazing and the wine helped top the whole day off. Alfredo was able to answer all of our questions about what we saw and we loved chatting with him. We would happily do this trip again. Thank you Alfredo!!!!
Written August 11, 2016
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SofiSpin
London, UK7 contributions
If you visit San Vito lo Capo you cannot miss this excursion! It's an all-day excursion from San Vito, crossing the magnificent Riserva Naturale Dello Zingaro, to Scopello. You can admire the sea, the nature and the breathtaking landscape. Also the sailboat is perfectly equipped for the passengers to snorkel with the spectacular fishes and swim to the different coasts. For lunch you are offered a delicious dish of Sicilian pasta. A warm and friendly welcome aboard Captain Alfredo's beautiful sailboat "Bleu" , I highly recommend it to all, family, couples,etc. Excellent excursion!!!
Written August 1, 2014
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Sioned S
4 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Having read such wonderful reviews about this boat tour we decided to go ahead and book a tour with Alfredo - well we were not disappointed!! Alfredo and his son were so lovely, and the boat trip itself was truly amazing (and so relaxing!!). We sailed to Mondello from Palermo, and had three stops where we could swim and snorkel in the sea. A beautiful homemade pasta dish was provided at lunch with endless amounts of water/wine/beers etc. It was a really lovely day, and I would highly recommend anyone who loves the sea or fancies a relaxing day away from the noise of Palermo to jump on board this wonderful boat tour. Thank you Alfredo :)
Written September 10, 2018
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Melissa V
6 contributions
Aug 2018
My favorite day in Palermo was this boat tour. I met some really fun people on board as well. The pasta the captain and his son cooked was delicious, swimming in the waters, drinking wine on board was by far one of the best experiences on my trip.
Written August 20, 2018
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Johnny M
6 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
A really wonderful day, one of those you remember forever. We met Alfedo and his son and daughter at 10.30, and off we sailed towards Mondello and beyond. Even though I can't swim (shame on me) it was very beautiful and peaceful. Mondello is known for being crazy busy but we never went further than a kilometer towards the cost, allowing my wife and the other guests to swim and snorkle in the clear blue Mediterranean waters. Lunch was a really tasty pasta dish with white wine, and Alfredo and his son never let you go empty handed without a beer. Highly recommended!
Written August 2, 2018
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It seems it is closed. Is this place closed?
Written October 12, 2022
Hello! Is it possible to book a trip next week (from July 22-28)? 1 adult + 1 child 11 years old. thank you.
Written July 21, 2019
Hello 27 or 28 available T this time regards
Written July 23, 2019
Jennifer, we are planning a trip in March. It looks like the cost for a whole day was around $120 american, a piece. Is this correct? Sounds pretty reasonable.
Thanks,
Written January 26, 2019
Hello Jennifer,
I'm sorry not available in March.
Warm regards Alfredo
Written January 29, 2019
Nie, pogoda nie jest dobra. Pozdrowienia.
Written October 23, 2018
Szeretném megkérdezni hogy honnan indul a hajó?
Mennyibe kerül 2 felnőtt és egy 3 éves gyermek jegye ?
Vulkáno szigetére is elvisz palermoból?
Written August 27, 2018
Ciao, vengo a Palermo
E mi piacerebbe prenotare questo tour il 7 agosto. Sto viaggiando da solo quindi non mi permetterà di prenotare, posso prenotare il tour come un singolo viaggiatore?
Thank you,
Melissa
Written July 11, 2018
Buongiorno,
Scrivo per un informazione.
Noi (Io, la mia moglie, e una bimba di 9 anni) saremmo a Palermo dal giovedì, il 31 maggio, fino a Lunedì il 4 giugno. Voremmo fare un giorno, pomeriggio, o mattina in barca vela.
Avete disponibilità?
Grazie, Cordiali saluti,
Tom Johnson
Written May 30, 2018
Buongiorno Tom, mi dispiace, il primo giorno disponibile è martedì 5 giornata intera.
Cordiali saluti, Alfredo
Written May 31, 2018
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