Ferry from Sicily to Pelagie Islands

About Sicily

Sicily can be found to the south of Italy and is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, separated from the mainland by the narrow Strait of Messina. Situated at the meeting point between East and West, Africa and Europe, Sicily is truly at the crossroads of Mediterranean culture and offers much to see, to taste, and to do. With a varied landscape of glistening seas and restless mountains, the scenery creates a dramatic and lasting impression on those who visit. With a host of natural wonders and long warm seasons, Sicily is an attractive year round destination for explorers and vacationers alike. Sicily is a hub for ferry connections with ferry services operated by some of Europe’s biggest ferry companies travelling to and from most of the surrounding islands, ports on the mainland, Malta and North Africa via Tunisia.

About Pelagie Islands

Located south of Sicily, closer to Africa than the mainland, the Pelagie island group makes up the southernmost part of Italy. The Pelagie islands comprise of Lampedusa at the foot of the group (the principle island), the tiny Linosa (with its tiny village of pastel colored houses) at the top, and the even smaller uninhabited Lampione (its only building is a light house) to the west. The Pelagie islands are among the most stunning islands of Italy and boast some of the world’s best beaches. Rabbit Beach in particular in the southern part of Lampedusa has in the past been voted the world's best beach by Trip Advisor! The best time to visit this island group is from May to September as there isn't much going on out of season, even though the weather is generally warm year-round. The main ferry services for the Pelagie islands connect Lampedusa and Linosa with Sicily.