Sunset Catamaran Cruises in Italy: Our Top 7

1.Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,206 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $94Our pick

Spend 90 minutes aboard a spacious catamaran with host Andreas and his friendly crew. Cruise San Marco Bay, the Giudecca Canal, and the lagoon toward Lido while a saxophonist plays jazz, bossa, and soul. Your ticket includes cicchetti and one drink, with blankets available when the evening cools.

“We had the best time. Sunset was perfect, it was a long ride and a beautiful view of Venice. We sat on one of the beds along the front of the catamaran and it felt like a dream! Definitely worth the money - the appetizers were delicious and the drinks were great! Cash only for drinks (after the first one included)!!!”

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2.Giardini Naxos: Dolphin Catamaran Sunset Tour with Aperetif

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 218 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Set sail from Giardini Naxos for a three-hour sunset catamaran cruise along Taormina’s coast. You’ll search for dolphins with binoculars and a live hydrophone, swim near Isola Bella or Spisone, visit sea caves, and enjoy Sicilian cheeses, nuts, fruit, and wine.

“It was incredible! Our team was really good and positive!”

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3.Alghero catamaran sunset tour Alghero

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 1 day · from $53Best value

Spend two hours sailing past Alghero’s old walls, swimming near La Maddalenetta Island, and watching sunset from a roomy catamaran. Fabrizio and Andrea host a small group with paddleboards, snorkeling gear, Sardinian wine, and local snacks.

“Hosts were so personable, aperitivo and snacks were delicious and generous; perfect trip!”

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4.Porto Conte: Sunset catamaran excursion with aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $91

Spend three hours on a 2021 catamaran from Marina di Porto Conte, cruising toward Capo Caccia and Cala Bramassa. You can swim, use the SUP and snorkeling masks, and enjoy a Sardinian aperitif of sausage, pecorino, white wine, and water while an Italian, English, or French-speaking skipper guides the outing.

“Skipper et guide très gentil et sympathique. Nous avons passé un agréable moment.”

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5.Sunset catamaran tour: Aperitif on the boat in Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Join Captain Vincenzo and hostess Alessandra for a three-hour sunset cruise from Palermo’s Porto della Cala. You’ll stop to swim and snorkel at Mondello, enjoy Sicilian snacks and drinks, then watch the sun set near Capo Gallo. The catamaran carries no more than 14 people.

“Booked last minute when another operator cancelled. Turned out to be a great switch! Wonderful experience. Nice boat. Great crew. Highly recommend!!”

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6.unique aperitif experience at sunset on a catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $84

Sail from Alghero along its medieval sea walls to Maddalenetta lighthouse aboard a 13-meter catamaran. You can swim, snorkel, jump from the boat, or use one of four standup paddle boards before sunset aperitivo with local wine and snacks. The private tour lasts about two hours.

“Wonderful time on a gorgeous catamaran! The hosts were gracious and kind, and provided delicious aperitivo. Definitely recommend!”

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7.From Stintino: aperitif on a catamaran at sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $107

Join skippers Angela and Francesco for a 3.5-hour sunset catamaran trip from Stintino. Swim near La Pelosa or the Fornelli Atoll, then enjoy Sardinian cold cuts, cheeses, seafood fregola, wine, and local hospitality aboard the 12-passenger Blueroots.

“Excellent!!! Angela and Francesco skipper Super, impeccable hospitality. Aperitif above expectations; rich and quality with only local products... not forgetting the fregola. Until next time”

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