How much does a Zingaro boat tour cost?
What you pay, by type of tour
The single biggest factor is the boat. Here’s the real range from the tours we track, all cruising the Zingaro coast:
| Castellammare del Golfo: Zingaro & Scopello Gozzo Tour with Swimming Stops | Top pickFrom San Vito Lo Capo: Zingaro Reserve & Scopello Snorkeling Tour | Castellammare del Golfo: Catamaran Tour of the Zingaro Reserve & Scopello | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $42 | $45 | $50 |
| Boat | Gozzo | Shared boat | Catamaran |
| Snorkel gear | Swim stops | Included | Swim stops |
| Drinks | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Group | Small | Shared | Shared |
| Best for | Small groups | Most people | Comfort |
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What’s included — and what’s not
Usually included
- The boat trip and a skipper/crew
- Swim and snorkel stops in the reserve’s coves
- Snorkel gear on many tours; an aperitif on some
- A pass of the Faraglioni di Scopello
Not included
- The reserve’s walking-trail fee (~€5, only if you land and hike)
- Hotel transfers and parking at the port
- Lunch on most tours (bring your own, or buy on board)
- Towels and tips
The reserve fee is the one people get confused about. It’s a trail entry charge (~€5) paid at the gate only if you walk into the reserve on foot. A boat tour cruises the coast and swims offshore without landing, so you simply don’t pay it.
Is a tour cheaper than renting your own boat?
For most people, yes. A shared tour at $42–$50 is far cheaper than a day’s boat rental, and you get a skipper who knows the coves and the day’s wind. A private charter (around $261 for the group) sits above that — your own boat and crew, priced per group rather than per head, ideal for families or a special occasion.
How to pay less
- Travel in June or September — same coves, lower demand and prices than peak August.
- Take the shared gozzo or cruise if budget matters; the coves look the same from any deck.
- Book the kids in — child rates are usually well below the adult price.
- Book ahead online with free cancellation, so you lock the price without the risk.
Book a Zingaro boat tour
The simplest way to see the reserve is a guided boat tour — the skipper handles the route and the swim stops while you just bring a towel, with free cancellation on most tours.
Compare prices across every tour
Small groupCastellammare del Golfo: Zingaro & Scopello Gozzo Tour with Swimming Stops
Most bookedFrom San Vito Lo Capo: Zingaro Reserve & Scopello Snorkeling Tour
Top ratedCastellammare del Golfo: Catamaran Tour of the Zingaro Reserve & Scopello
See the full line-up on the all-tours page, or read up on which town to leave from.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Zingaro boat tour?
Shared tours run from about $42 per person on a small gozzo to around $68 for a longer guided cruise, with the popular snorkeling cruises around $45–$50. A private boat with aperitif is about $261 for the group.
Is the reserve entry fee included in the tour price?
It doesn’t apply. The reserve’s ~€5 fee is for walking the trails on foot; boat tours cruise the coast and swim offshore without landing, so you don’t pay it.
Do Zingaro tours include snorkel gear or food?
Many shared cruises include mask and snorkel, and several gozzo and private trips include a Sicilian aperitif. Lunch is usually not included on the shorter tours — bring your own or buy on board. Check each tour’s inclusions.
Are there discounts for children?
Yes — most operators offer reduced child rates, and infants are often free. The exact ages and prices are shown on each tour’s booking page.