Drift along Stromboli's dramatic Sciara del Fuoco lava flow from the privileged vantage of a private boat as the sun melts into the Tyrrhenian Sea — paired with a chilled Sicilian aperitivo as the volcano erupts above you. Pure, intoxicating spectacle.
What to expect
Board your vessel at the Stromboli waterfront and glide around the island's wild northwestern flank, where the ancient lava scar of the Sciara del Fuoco plunges directly into the sea. As the sky deepens, the volcano's fiery projections become ever more vivid against the dusk. Your skipper anchors near the historic hamlet of Ginostra — home to fewer than 30 residents and no cars — where you sip local wines and nibble on Aeolian delicacies. The return journey under a star-filled sky is nothing short of magical.
Good to know
Departs from the Stromboli village jetty; confirm all-aboard before booking an evening departure. Pre-book directly with the operator as private charters fill quickly in summer. Light layers and a windproof jacket are recommended on the water after sunset.