Sicily & Her Islands + Sardinia

MARETTIMO

Marettimo is known as the “Sacred Hiera” or the Sacred Island. It is part of the Egadi archipelago which includes Ustica and Favignana and is furthest from Sicily. It looks like a huge mountain immersed in a green field. There are almost no cars, hotels, discos and no campsites. Marettimo is very far from the madding crowd. This is great for people looking for some peace and quiet; there are a few hundred white houses built from indigenous Tufa, nestling close to the shoreline and the harbour. Further inland are many trails, which allow the hiker to go through almost all the territory of the island, exploring the flora, which is particular to Marettimo, the small coves and the verdant coastline Those who would like a day ‘away from it all’ can find a water taxi to take them to a secluded cove for a relaxation a romantic picnic. Those interested in archaeology will not be disappointed either, as there are Roman ruins, a Spanish castle and a small temple which is dated back to the 1st century AD.

Diving in Marettimo is proving to rank with the very best in the Mediterranean Voglia Di Mare. Dive centre is based off the main square and their dive boat is in the port of Scala Vecchio, 3 minutes walk away. All the dive equipment is stored on the boat. Marcello and his team know each dive-site intimately. The diving ranges from medium to challenging. A clear picture of each dive is described in the “dive profile” (please ask for one). The week always starts with an easy dive so that Marcello and his staff can assess the new arrivals.

There is a variety of accommodation available on Marettimo, which makes Marettimo an ideal venue for club and group diving. We use fully furnished apartments, rooms and a small self-catering holiday village the Marettimo Residence; 40 self catering units: studios, one and two bedroom units and 2 bedroom suites with magnificent balconies overlooking the sea. All the units have a terrace and balcony with BBQ facilities in the gardens. The Residence is directly above the sea and a five minute stroll to the village. Sea bathing is from the rocky foreshore below. It has typical chalets in a beautiful garden setting with tumbling bougainvillaea. Many of the chalets have views of the coastline. There is a small swimming pool. If you don’t feel like cooking you will find several typical local restaurants and coffee bars serving a traditional Sicilian menu. Marettimo is also the ideal location for a long weekend diving apart from July August.

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