Aegadian Islands Voyage Tips and guide

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• Favignana – the main island, well known for its beaches
• Levanzo – small, quiet and pretty
• Marettimo – the furthest from Sicily, with fewer boats; attractive and good for walks

Map of Aegadian Islands

Siremar (ferry) and Liberty Lines (hydrofoil) run car ferries and much quicker hydrofoils from Trapani to all three islands – lots in summer, with fewer during spring, autumn and winter and on Sundays. Liberty Lines also run from Marsala to Favignana and Marettimo. The first ferries leave for Favignana between 07:00 and 07:30. The last ferry departs Favignana for Trapani at 20:00. The last ferry to Marsala leaves at 17:00. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the port. Arrive early for the evening return ferries, particularly on the weekends, as they sell out at times. Fares are between €15 and €20 each way.

Several operators run all-day excursions to the islands from Trapani. Typically they visit two islands, giving you time to spend on the islands, and stops in bays where you can swim off the boat, with lunch provided on board. Prices are around €39 for excursions to Favignana and Levanzo, and €45 to Favignana and Marettimo. The boats leave from the part of Trapani port between Via XXX Gennaio and Via Rallo and you can buy tickets there or at other outlets around the old town. To be sure of getting a ticket at busy times, you might want to book the day before.

The islands are best experienced on foot or by bike, especially Favignana, where a 33 km perimeter and gentle coastal roads make cycling the ideal way to explore.

• Bike & e‑bike rentals are available at ferry ports: about €10/day for a standard bike or €20 for an e‑bike.
• Scooters and small cars can be rented in Favignana; car access is restricted in summer, especially July–August.
• Taxis, a tourist train, and seasonal buses (Favignana only) cover key stops, though buses run infrequently and are timed seasonally.

For sea‑focused island hopping, boat and dinghy rentals are also common, with informal boatmen offering grotto tours from the harbours.

Scogliera di Cala Rossa, beautiful rocky beach on Favignana island renowned for the crystal clear water and the amazing view.

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