Top Sicily Volunteer Tours

Explore Palermo’s key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. Visit popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio to the Massimo Theater. Learn about the city’s long entanglement with the mafia, and meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.

The old town, the waterfront, Via Libertà, the 'Falcone Tree' Memorial: pedal along 12 kilometers between the center and the outskirts to discover the city that is reborn and will never forget its past. Riding through the pedestrian areas of the old town center of Palermo and along the cycle lanes that connect it with the outskirts, you will discover how Palermo is changing 'inside and outside', healing from the wounds inflicted by the violence of the Mafia which reached its peak with the massacres of 1992. This tour is a tribute to the memory of heroes like the prosecutors Falcone and Borsellino, whose murders pushed the Sicilian people to react against the Mafia and inspired collective action of a whole generation of antimafia campaigners. Young people today are still committed to improving society and making change, volunteering in grass-roots movements like Addiopizzo.

More than a tour: a journey into today’s Palermo—between tourism boom, mafia legacy, and models of urban regeneration. Why join this experience: Discover grassroots urban regeneration projects Visit the Addiopizzo Committee headquarters, a property once owned by the mafia Hear the personal story of a local artisan who is part of the pizzo-free network Enjoy a glass of wine and authentic conversation with those offering heartfelt hospitality Choose ethical and responsible tourism as part of your day in Palermo

Go beyond the usual sightseeing and discover Catania through the stories that reveal its most fascinating contrasts. This walking tour combines the city’s historic landmarks and popular Neighbourhoods with a deeper look at mafia influence, civic resistance and social change. Rather than turning the mafia into a tourist attraction, the Catania No Mafia Tour focuses on the people and communities who reclaim public spaces, protect cultural heritage and build alternatives to criminal control. From Piazza Duomo and the historic fish market to Antico Corso and San Berillo, you will explore a city shaped by both light and shadow, tradition and transformation. This is a responsible tourism experience for travelers who want to understand the real Catania, beyond stereotypes and postcard images.

Located on the island of Sicily, Mt Etna is the tallest active volcano in Europe. Explore the different aspects of the dynamic mountain on this active tour from Catania which includes hiking up to the inner craters and (safely) entering a lava cave. See ancient lava flows, learn about the geological history of the volcano, and admire panoramic views of eastern Sicily.

Make the most of your Palermo vacation with a 4-hour private boat cruise. Relax on the sun deck, listen to music from the stereo or take a shower on board. Enjoy a fruity aperitif as you cruise towards the Gulf of Mondello and make a stop for a swim. Visit the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve. Reach the meeting point at the port and board to start your adventure. Set sail from Marina Arenella aboard a boat equipped with an underwater camera. Then visit the Gulf of Mondello, a famous sandy bay, and take a swim. Afterwards, it enters the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve.

Discover the beauty of Palermo's coast with a half-day boat trip. Starting from Marina Villa Igiea, explore iconic places such as the Grotta della Regina, where history and nature blend. Cruise along the Addaura Reserve to the beautiful Bay of Mondello, with stops for a refreshing swim. End your adventure in the magical Grotto of Oil, a hidden treasure in the Capogallo Nature Reserve, before returning to the port. This excursion is perfect for families, couples or groups of friends, with up to 8 participants, and includes fresh fruit and drinks. - Departure from Marina Villa Igiea for a 4-hour tour - Visit the coast of Palermo - Stop for refreshing baths and fresh fruit tasting - Maximum 8 people for a personalized and intimate experience