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Egadi Islands

The Egadi Islands are a lesson in nature’s resilience, where time slows, and the rhythms of wind and water shape the land more than people ever could—Favignana’s limestone coves, Levanzo’s prehistoric cave art, and Marettimo’s untamed cliffs remind us that the Mediterranean was once wilder, less tamed by humans. Ustica is a volcanic outpost, isolated and obscure, the Galapagos of Sicily. Finally there is Palermo, the chaotic, intoxicating heart of Sicily, where the collision of cultures—Arabic, Norman, Spanish—has produced a cuisine, an architecture, and a way of life that feels almost defiant in its complexity, a place where history is always present, simmering just beneath the surface.

Location

Egadi Islands
Sicily

Season

May through September

Example Itinerary

7-Day Sailing Itinerary: Palermo – Egadi Islands – Ustica

Day 1: Palermo to Favignana (75 NM)

Highlights: Historic Palermo, open-sea crossing, Cala Rossa Depart from Palermo in the early morning for the longest passage of the journey. The 75-nautical-mile sail to Favignana, the largest of the Egadi Islands, will take most of the day. Arrive in the late afternoon and anchor at Cala Rossa, a stunning bay with turquoise waters. If time allows, visit the historic Tonnara di Favignana, one of the Mediterranean’s oldest tuna fisheries. Moor at Cala del Pozzo or Favignana Marina for the night.

Day 2: Favignana to Levanzo (5 NM)

Highlights: Grotta del Genovese, quiet anchorages A short morning sail to Levanzo, the smallest and most tranquil of the Egadi Islands. Anchor off Cala Minnola for lunch and snorkeling. In the afternoon, take a dinghy ride to explore Grotta del Genovese, a prehistoric cave with ancient rock carvings and paintings. Enjoy a peaceful evening at anchor under the stars.

Day 3: Levanzo to Marettimo (12 NM)

Highlights: Remote beauty, sea caves, hiking Set sail for Marettimo, the most rugged and remote of the Egadi Islands. Drop anchor at Cala Manione or moor at the small port. Spend the afternoon exploring Marettimo’s dramatic coastline and sea caves, like Grotta del Cammello and Grotta della Bombarda. For land adventures, hike to the Castello di Punta Troia, a medieval fortress with breathtaking views.

Day 4: Marettimo to San Vito Lo Capo (35 NM)

Highlights: Zingaro Nature Reserve, golden beaches, Sicilian couscous Depart early for San Vito Lo Capo, a vibrant coastal town on Sicily’s northwest coast. The route passes by the stunning Riserva dello Zingaro, where you can stop for a swim in secluded coves. Moor in San Vito Lo Capo Marina and enjoy a classic Sicilian dinner featuring the town’s famous couscous di pesce.

Day 5: San Vito Lo Capo to Ustica (45 NM)

Highlights: Crystal-clear waters, snorkeling, marine reserve An open-sea passage to Ustica, a volcanic island known for its marine biodiversity. Upon arrival, anchor in Cala Sidoti or moor at Ustica’s small port. Spend the afternoon exploring Grotta Azzurra, a sea cave with electric blue waters, and snorkeling in the Area Marina Protetta, one of the Mediterranean’s best diving spots.

Day 6: Ustica to Mondello (35 NM)

Highlights: White sandy beach, Palermo’s elegant seaside district Sail southeast to Mondello, Palermo’s chic beachside neighborhood. Anchor off Mondello Beach and spend the afternoon enjoying its soft sands and clear waters. For dinner, indulge in fresh seafood at a beachside trattoria.

Day 7: Mondello to Palermo (6 NM)

Highlights: Relaxed final sail, Palermo’s historic center A short morning sail back to Palermo, allowing time to explore the city’s rich history. Wander through Ballarò Market, visit the stunning Palermo Cathedral, or sip an espresso in Piazza Pretoria before ending your journey.

Crew

Private Chef

Meet the chefs

A Sailing Collective chef embodies our philosophy of travel, storytelling, learning, and sharing. We use local ingredients to create a unique culinary experience for each voyage. This is unlike any food adventure you've ever been on.

Professional Captain

Meet the captains

Your professional crew are talented explorers who combine their love of sailing with personalized hospitality. Each captain is professionally certified and able to lead your one of a kind experience at sea.

General Information

Provisioning Sailing Collective will provision your journey with local foods and produce. Cooking Aboard: Your Sailing Collective chef will thoroughly review your guest form with your culinary preferences and will customize a menu specifically for your departure.

Included in provisioning package*:

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners*, snacks, water, coffee & tea

* Subjected to change, 3 meals will take place shore.

Dietary Restrictions We can accommodate as long as we know in advance! It is important to notify us of any dietary restrictions ahead of time and include full details in the Guest Form that you will fill out prior to the start of the trip.

Beverages You can choose to bring your own beverages aboard or request for your crew to provision beverages on your behalf to be billed at the end of the charter. Select locations will have online ordering options. If you would like your crew to purchase beverages, we ask you be specific with quantities and quality (for example: we prefer light red wine in the $20 - $30 per bottle and scotch no pricier than $50)

ADDITIONAL COSTS We recommend planning on having at least $300 – $1000 in spending money depending on spending habits. You will be responsible for paying for:

All expenses on shore including meals and drinks
Flights and transportation to and from the marina location
Onboard beverages
Gratuity (a 15% to 20% recommended)

GRATUITY Tipping your captain and crew is welcomed. If you are satisfied with your service, the industry standard for yacht charters ranges from 15-20% of the cost of the charter. Gratuity is split evenly between the crew and can be paid via cash, check, Venmo, or PayPal. Please contact your Sailing Collective Journey Coordinator if you have any questions.

15% - Exceptional service on your holiday with exceptional service!
20%+ - Extraordinary experience and your crew sent the voyage to the moon and back!!

PACKING LIST Collapsible bags in place of large rigid suitcases are advised for ease of transport on and off the boat. Loading and unloading from the dingy can be a wet activity, a pair of shoes such as flip-flops that you can get wet if we are landing on a beach is recommended.

As the vast majority of your time will be spent outside, prepare for elements - bring a light raincoat just in case, a hat to shield yourself from the sun, and a warm layer. Throughout the week we may dine out at a nice restaurant, so bring an outfit looks nice and suits your style.

We also encourage that people bring ecologically appropriate products into ocean environments. You can read more about those recommendations on the Sailing Collective Journal here: Packing for a Healthy Ocean

The Journey Schedule Meeting time is at 9:00am on Day 1 of the charter (unless previously discussed boarding time change). We return back to port on the final evening by 5:00pm and disembark between 8-9:00am on the final day.

Terms & Conditions By booking this journey, you agree to comply with the stated Terms & Conditions available on our website. Please contact info@thesailingcollective.com with any questions.

Travel Insurance We recommend purchasing a travel insurance policy that protects you in case of general and covid-related trip interruptions. If you choose not to purchase travel insurance, you forfeit the right to a refund or credit in the event you have to cancel your trip with Sailing Collective.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS Please ensure your passport is valid for the period of travel and for six months after you return. The Sailing Collective cannot be held responsible for refusal of entry or travel due to lack of visas. If you are in any doubt please contact your Embassy for full details.

REALISTIC DISCLAIMER ABOUT BOATS Boats can break. Charter boats are like a rental car, they are checked before and after each charter. The engineer team is required to check the vessel for maintenance issues and make repairs during the half-day turnaround. Vessels require constant attention like any other complex mechanical system. If you are particular about your exact vacation requirements, we recommend booking a yacht charter with a higher price point allowing for three-crew and we are happy to assist brokering a luxury yacht charter for you and your group.

Boats

Lagoon 51

The Lagoon 51 is a refreshing and sustainable update to the Lagoon 50, with an optimized flybridge, raised saloon and convivial spaced throughout. The flybridge is equipped with modular seating so you can accommodate as many guests as you would like, creating a unique experience for guests to enjoy.

With 2 large sunbathing pads in front of the helm station and a spacious C shaped seating area with a table that can be lowered creating an expansive sunbathing area.

4 - guests suites

Bali 4.6

The Bali 4.6 builds on the success of the 4.5, as well as other acclaimed Bali models, while simultaneously raising the bar for her class of recreational cruising catamarans. This ambitious new model from Olivier Poncin and the acclaimed CATANA R&D team is a head-turner from the start with smooth modern lines, integrated hull windows, and more space for living in comfort and style.

You’ll immediately recognize the Bali DNA in many of her design features, including the sweeping, rigid foredeck cockpit providing the perfect sunbathing area, and the signature garage door-style aft opening that seamlessly joins interior and exterior spaces. And naturally, she provides the peace of mind and seakeeping qualities that comes with a yacht with a CATANA shipyard build.

Lagoon 52

Luxurious and contemporary, noble and luxurious materials, with soft shades for a harmonious interior continuous horizontal and fluent lines give the interior open and generous spaces continuity between exterior and interior life a slender exterior design for a boat with a strong character.

Lagoon 46 Flybridge

The new catamaran LAGOON 46 combines easy sailing with plenty of comfort. Relaxed, effortless sailing paired with comfortable accommodation are the highlights of the LAGOON 46 catamaran. The French yacht designers placed value on an elevated helm station and on the three spacious lounge areas on this catamaran. The LAGOON 46 catamaran comes with 3 or 4 cabins and offers enough space for up to eight guests plus crew. [Crew to use guest heads]

Bedsize: Just shy of a queen-size mattress

For more information about the Lagoon 46 Catamaran

Lagoon 45

The leading charter boat in the industry - the Lagoon 45 is one of the strongest boats in the fleet worldwide. With 4 double cabins each with an ensuite WC accommodating up to 8 guests plus forepeak cabins for your crew, the Lagoon 45 is a perfect boat for any group, whether there are 4 or 8 travelers in your party. Contact us for more information on the 3-cabin "Owner's Suite". *For Group Journeys, exact vessel may vary.

Bali 54

The BALI 5.4 Open Space is characterized by completely open spaces and very ergonomic living spaces. In addition to the recognized innovations such as the rigid front cockpit with lounge area and sunbathing, the new platform linking the two rear skirts with large bench and chests, the large tilt-and-turn door and sliding windows, a panoramic relaxation area on the roof, the BALI 5.4 offers new access to the front cockpit through an interior door and cabins through panels opening onto the rear cockpit.

Bali 4.2 Catamaran

New for 2022, the Bali 4.2 builds on the success of the 4.1, as well as other acclaimed Bali models, while simultaneously raising the bar for her class of recreational cruising catamarans. The BALI 4.2, once again breaking away from other boats of the same size on the market, offers a spacious deck and multiple shared lounge areas. The pass through from the galley to the bow is a favorite for a groups on board our voyages.

In most cases, three double cabins will be available to guests while one double cabin and one forward peak will be reserved for Sailing Collective Crew. This vessel is perfect for a group of 6 and three double cabins, and in some cases, guests may utilize all four double cabins.

Lagoon 46 Owners Suite