Pantelleria – Cayman Group Charter

Pantelleria

the island

Known for its stunning views and crystal-clear waters.

Literally “Daughter of the wind”, rises between Africa and Europe. It is 67 km from the Tunisian coast and 85 from the Sicilian one. It does not belong to any archipelago and is the largest of Sicily’s “satellite islands” with an area of 83 sq km and a perimeter of 51.5 km. “The black pearl” of the Mediterranean, as Pantelleria is defined, is an island of volcanic origin and although the last eruption dates back to 1891 and it is now therefore an extinct volcano, its geological life is still active with volcanic phenomena very present secondary, which help to characterize it and make it unique. The highest point of the island is reached on the top of the Montagna Grande at 863 meters above sea level.

Exploration

Places in Pantelleria

Lido Shurhuq

Lido Shurhuq is located in Suvaki, on the southwest coast of the island. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Balata dei Turchi

The Balata dei Turchi rises in the southern area of the island. It is a suggestive inlet, framed between imposing cliffs up to 300 meters high. Its name Balata, "Balat" comes from the Arabic and literally means "stone slab". In fact, La Balata dei Turchi is exactly a wonderful and wide stone platform that extends gently from the rocks towards the sea. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Cala Cinque Denti

It is located in the north-eastern area of the island, between Punta Pozzolana and the Ondine lake. Type of coast: rocky. Activities: Snorkelling

Bue Marino

What makes this cove particularly interesting is the presence of a sea cave, where it is thought that the monk seal found shelter during the breeding season. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Cala Nikà

One of the most famous coves on the island is Cala Nikà, a bay that rises between Cala Levante and Punta Formaggio. Type of coast: rocky. Activities: Snorkelling

Punta Gattara

Punta Gattara rises on the stretch of north-eastern coast of the island, between Khattibuale and Cala Cinque Denti. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Arco dell'elefante

One of the symbols of the island. Located in the stretch of the north-eastern coast of the island near Cala Levante. Type of coast: rocky. Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Cala Gadir

Cala Gadir is one of the most characteristic of the island. It is located on the northeastern coast of the island. Its name, of Arab origin, means "water basin". It is a small and delightful village in the shape of a semicircle on the sea, similar to a seaside village. The history of this Cala is very ancient, it seems that the Punics discovered its thermal springs. You will find two tubs dug into the rock where the temperature reaches 55°. In addition to being known for the therapeutic properties of the water, the algae that grows spontaneously on the walls of the tanks is also of considerable interest, indicated for the treatment of the respiratory tract. For diving enthusiasts, do not miss the two wrecks on the seabed.

Spiaggia di Campobello

Campobello beach is located on the northeastern side of the island, exactly between Punta Spadillo and Karuscia. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Khattibuale

Khattibuale beach (sometimes referred to as "kattibuale" without "H") is located between Punta Pozzolana and Punta Gattara, a few meters from the Specchio di Venere lake. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Punta Spadillo

Punta Spadillo rises on the stretch of north-eastern coast of the island of Pantelleria, between the Ondine lake and Cala Cottone, dominated by a beautiful lighthouse built at the end of the 19th century. Type of coast: rocky Activity: trekking route towards the Ondine lake.

Cala Cottone

Cala Cottone rises on a stretch of the east coast of the island, between Cala Levante and Cala Gadir. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling - Trekking

Laghetto delle Ondine

The Laghetto delle Ondine stands on the stretch of north-eastern coast of the island between Punta Spadillo and Cala Cinque Denti. It is a salt water lake, shallow and fed by the sea. Type of coast: rocky

Cala Levante

Cala Levante rises on the stretch of east coast of the island of Pantelleria between Cala Tramontana and the arch of the elephant and is one of the most famous and popular coves on the island. In the past this bay served as a shelter for ships that were surprised by the Scirocco storm surges. Reaching it is very simple, just follow the perimeter road and once you reach Tracino, take the junction for Cala Levante/Cala Tramontana. You can park along the coast and in a few meters you will have arrived at your destination. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Cala Tramontana

Cala Tramontana rises on the stretch of east coast of the island between Punta Rubasacchi and Cala Levante. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Martignana

Martingana rises in the stretch of coast that is called "behind the island" because it is on the opposite side to the center of the town, the most southeast area of Pantelleria. Its name derives from the shape of the coast that recalls the Latin sail boat that has the same stern as the bow. The small inhabited center is made up of a few houses located here and there between one terraced vineyard after another. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Punta Li Marsi

Characterized by the presence of a lighthouse called the "Lighthouse behind the island", Punta Li Marsi rises on the southern stretch of coast. It can also be reached by land through a difficult route, you will need closed and comfortable shoes. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Punta Suvaki

Punta Suvaki rises on the stretch of coast to the southwest of the island, between Punta Fram and Cala dell'altura. It is characterized by low and smooth rocks, bathed in crystal clear waters, with an easy descent to the sea, also suitable for children. Type of coast: rocky

Cala Modica

In the locality of Mursia stands Cala Modica, a bay characterized by shallow waters and smooth rocks that slope gently towards the sea, allowing easy access even for children. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkelling

Punta Fram

Punta Fram rises on the stretch of coast to the southwest of the island, between Kuddie Rosse and Località Cimillia. It is characterized by a black and jagged stretch of coast born from the eruption of the Gelkamar crater, overlooking the sea with beautiful caves. The name of this locality has Arab origins, Fram means cut point, precisely to indicate the jagged nature of the coast. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Scauri

Scauri rises on the stretch of the south-western coast of the island, between Punta Tre Pietre and Cala Nikà. Its port is the second on the island, and was the ancient port used by the Romans. Sheltered from the mistral, north and east winds, but dangerous with the sirocco wind. Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

Punta Tre Pietre

On the stretch of the south-western coast of the island, near the Port of Scauri you will find Punta Tre Pietre Type of coast: rocky Activities: Snorkeling - Diving

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