Marettimo The Wild Essence of the Mediterranean

Marettimo The Wild Essence of the Mediterranean

Untouched, primordial, magnetic. Marettimo rises from the blue like a well-kept secret, the last stronghold of an ancestral Mediterranean where time seems to have stopped.

Carved coasts hide marine cathedrals of rock, while the wild mountains rise from the sea like silent sentinels. In this isolated microcosm, far from the tourist routes, you’ll rediscover the authentic essence of travel: discovery, wonder, and a deep connection with nature.

Five Irresistible Reasons to Visit Marettimo

  • The Most Untouched of the Egadi – A natural sanctuary with no paved roads and no intrusive tourist development. A place where nature still sets the rules and man is simply a respectful guest.
  • A Treasure Trove of Underwater Wonders – An underwater archipelago of over 400 caves and crevices, each with its own unique personality and charm. A marine labyrinth where light, water, and rock create unique visual symphonies.
  • A Land of Exploration – A network of ancient Berber and Roman trails through fragrant Mediterranean scrub, leading to breathtaking viewpoints and isolated coves only accessible by foot. Crystal-clear waters host submerged gardens of seagrass and surprising biodiversity.
  • An Authentic Maritime Microcosm – A handful of white houses embraced by the sea, where fishermen pass down ancient techniques and life follows the rhythms of the seasons and tides. A place where hospitality is not industry, but a natural instinct.
  • Gastronomic Heritage – Pure flavors of essential cuisine that highlight treasures from the freshly caught sea and wild herbs from the mountains, with recipes passed down through generations.

What to see Must-See Treasures

  • Camel Cave — A majestic natural archway where light dances on turquoise waters and the rock, shaped by millennia of waves, reveals the unmistakable silhouette of a resting camel. A natural theater of extraordinary beauty.
  • Perciata Cave — An impressive sea tunnel where sunbeams penetrate, creating a unique optical phenomenon: the water lights up in electric blue, offering a nearly mystical experience of light and color.
  • Pipe Cave — A secret chamber with a vaulted ceiling where limestone stalactites form a natural sculpture resembling a pipe. The multicolored walls tell the island’s geological history through layers of crystallized minerals.
  • Castle of Punta Troia — A Saracen fortress towering over the sea from a rocky cliff. Now a research center dedicated to the protection of the monk seal, it offers a panoramic view that stretches as far as the Tunisian coast on clear days.
  • Mount Falcone — The island’s sacred peak (686 m), accessible via an ancient path winding through endemic plants and marine fossils. From the summit, on the clearest days, the view spans the entire archipelago and reaches the African coast in a nearly mystical experience.

How to Get to the Island of Marettimo? Discover our tours

Sail through iridescent caves, dive into crystal-clear waters, discover the authentic rhythm of the village, and let yourself be embraced by the rejuvenating silence of one of the last untouched paradises of the Mediterranean. Not just a tour, but a journey into the soul of a timeless island.

Private
Departure from Trapani
Marettimo Excursion

Marettimo Excursion

Marettimo is the wildest and most authentic of the Egadi Islands, renowned for its sea caves and stunning underwater landscapes. We’ll explore the Camel Cave, Perciata Cave, and Pipa Cave, with plenty of swim stops in amazingly clear waters. After a walk through the charming fishing village, we’ll head to Levanzo for more hidden gems.

Drinks included
Fuel
Skipper included
Snorkeling and SUP equipment
starting from1.300€