Boat Tour of Mothia Island and Marsala Salt Flats: An Historical Journey with Local Tastings

Embark on a nostalgic trip to the age-old history of these locales, delving into the custom of salt cultivation among myriad hues of white salt, earth’s gold, basin’s pink, and lagoon’s blue. Savor the region’s signature produce complemented with matching wines.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Isole dello Stagnone, Sicilia - We visit the natural reserve of the Stagnone di Marsala, a unique place for its particular characteristics, in the typical flat-keeled boat we will circumnavigate the island of Mothia, an open-air museum and skirt the other islands of the Stagnone, a long island, Santa Maria and Schola.
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What's Included
  • Snacks
Location
Vigili Del Fuoco Distaccamento Portuale Trapani
Via Ammiraglio Staiti
Metallic gray ford tourneo minivan with Trapaniemotions logo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lynncb8762ct
Oct 22, 2024
Great 1/2 day trip with passionate guide! - We drove in a lovely van to the marsala salt area. Our passionate guide taught us so much about the ancient and current art of salt production in the area. The boat trip was fun and very educational. We could see the interesting archaeological ruins in the area from the boat. Then we tasted and learned about wine production in the area with pairings with local chocolate. We loved it!
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Anonymous
Oct 18, 2024
Wonderful tour with lots to see and learn! - This adventure far exceeded my expectations. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the salt flats. We learned so much that really changed the way we think about salt. The tasting at the end was an eye opener and was really enjoyable. We made some great new friends and had a great time.
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136jekaterinaa
Sep 29, 2024
Marsala saline - The trip was interesting,our guide was a really nice person,collect all our group sharp on time and bring back the same.The process of salt producing and local Marsala wine testing was new experience.Thank you
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717oryb
Sep 25, 2024
Salt pans a discovery and meeting - When Alessio tells you about his land he transmits the passion and above all pampers you explaining every detail and above all it seems to find a friend you had not seen for a while '..... so highly recommended
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Fabio
Sep 23, 2024
Highly recommended for tour of the salt pans - Highly recommended experience for those who want to know the history of the salt pans. Alessio, person prepared, nice and available for any request.
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Macooperr
Sep 21, 2024
Great sights, colours, and knowledgeable hosts. - Both the tour, and provider (Alessio) were excellent -- we had a wonderful time and learned a lot about the area, the islands, and salt production both historical, and contemporary. The views were lovely -- quite a contrast to the rest of Sicily, being so flat. We saw of the salt harvest, and some of the pans full of salt, as well as heard about the whole process. It is a beautiful place with many colours! Alessio was great, and very passionate. We had a smooth transfer to the pans from Trapani, and Alessio shared his knowledge en route. He also helped us avoid some of the tourist traps whilst shopping. And gave a great tasting of some chocolate, and some local wines too! Would recommend -- particularly if you're coming during the harvest months (we came just at the end, 20th September)
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80federicag
Sep 6, 2024
Great experience - The experience was very interesting including tour of the salt pans, boat trip to the lagoon and tasting of local wines and chocolates. The explanations of the Alessio Guide were complete and exhaustive. Lovely views. Great experience also suitable for small children.
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Mariafk4608qq
Sep 1, 2024
Saline mon amour - I did this tour of the salt pans with Alessio of Trapani Emotions... I was recommended by a friend... well!! I must say that the day went beyond the most rosy expectations... Alessio did not just do his job as a guide .. his availability and his expertise went beyond... beautiful and very instructive day that I will carry in my heart from this holiday in Sicily.....
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Giovanni_c
Aug 28, 2024
Great experience - Beautiful Experience, Alessio was a great guide and explained everything accurately. I suggest this trip of you are in Trapani
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Sofi_1095
Aug 28, 2024
Mothia tour super - Great experience, very interesting tour and Alessio was great. Also excellent wine tasting. I absolutely recommend it if you are in the Trapani area.
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up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).