Aeolian Islands ferry

Aeolian Islands ferry Ports, ferry companies and routes

Aeolian ferriy is the only way to reach this wonderful archipelago off the coast of Sicily, only a few miles from the port of Milazzo.
A popular tourist destination during the summertime, the Aeolian Islands welcome thousands of tourists each year, who reach their destination aboard hydrofoils.
Whether seeking relaxation on the tranquil beaches, exploring ancient ruins or hiking to panoramic viewpoints, the Aeolian Islands offer a diverse range of experiences. Each island has its own allure, from the lively atmosphere of Lipari to the romantic ambiance of Salina.
The seven islands of the Aeolian archipelago are Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Alicudi, Filicudi and Salina and they can be reached only by sea. Remember that Salina and Stomboli island both have two ports: Salina Santa Marina and Salina Rinella for the first one, Ginostra and Stromboli port for the second island.

The ferry companies
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Most departures take place from the port of Naples, which is connected to the ports of Lipari, Panarea, Salina S.Marina, Stromboli and Vulcano by the shipping companies SNAV and Alilauro.
Siremar, which is the only shipping company to offer ferry service and therefore used for vehicle transport, connects the port of Naples to the port of Ginostra on the western side of the island of Stromboli and departures from the port of Milazzo to the other islands, mainly operating on the Milazzo Lipari route.
Finally, the Liberty Lines company, covers all fast connections from Milazzo, Vibo Valentia, Reggio Calabria and Palermo to all the Aeolian islands.
All rides are mainly active in the summer period, when demand increases exponentially. In the winter period, the service remains active to provide a connection to Sicily for the population living on the Aeolian Islands, with connections mainly from the port of Milazzo.
One of the most popular connections of the Aeolian Islands ferries, as it is more frequent throughout the day and active all year round, is the Milazzo Lipari route, which by hydrofoil has a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Departures from Naples have the longest crossing duration, ranging from a minimum time of 10 hours for the Naples Stromboli route to a maximum duration of about 14 hours and 30 minutes for the Naples Vulcano. The fastest connections are those made by hydrofoil departing from the port of Milazzo.

Aeolian Islands ferry Services on board

🚗 Vehicles
If you choose to travel by vehicle or with a rented one, you will have to choose the departures of the Siremar company, the only one used to transport vehicles. You will be able to include any type of vehicle in your reservation, but make sure you have the necessary documentation to be able to disembark on your chosen island due to traffic restrictions imposed during peak season.

🧳 Luggage
If you are travelling by ferry, you can carry as much luggage as you need without any restrictions, while if you are travelling by hydrofoil, you can carry a maximum of 10 kg of hand luggage on board.

🍴 Food and entertainment
On-board amenities are greater when travelling by ferry due to more space on board, restaurants, and play areas for young children. When travelling by hydrofoil, services are limited to a small bar and a bathroom.

💺 Accommodation
On board Siremar ferries, in addition to the classic deck passage, which does not offer assigned seats, and the numbered seats available in the armchair lounge, you will find inside and outside cabins; with Snav, you will be able to choose between deck passage and seats. If you travel by hydrofoil, you are automatically assigned a seat when you purchase your ticket.

♿ Passengers with reduced mobility
For passengers with reduced mobility, assistance is provided on board all Aeolian Islands ferries, both for boarding and disembarking. It will be necessary to communicate the need for assistance before departure, so that the journey can be organized safely.

🐾 Pets
Bring your pet with you! Remember to include it in your reservation and bring everything you need for its proper boarding: leash, muzzle (or possible pet carrier for small animals) and health passport.

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Be Prepared! Present your ticket and all passengers' passports to the ticket counter staff on board to pick up your boarding passes at least 15 minutes before departure if travelling by hydrofoil and 1 hour before if travelling by car ferry.