Italy · SARDINIA TOURS
Sardinia keeps the clearest water in the Mediterranean and most of it is reached by hull. These 15 cover the La Maddalena archipelago, the Costa Smeralda coves and the inland country, priced and clear on lunch.
Spend 6 to 7 hours exploring La Maddalena Archipelago by boat from Palau or La Maddalena. Claudia and the multilingual crew guide you to Budelli, Santa Maria, Cala Granara, and Spargi, with time for swimming, snorkeling, beaches, lunch, and a one-hour walk around La Maddalena.
“The whole experience was amazing- all the beaches and the crystal clear water was unforgettable”
Join DST Sardegna in Golfo Aranci for a 1.5-hour zodiac trip toward Figarolo island and its long-established bottlenose dolphin pod. Two crew members, a captain and guide, keep the outing smooth and informative. Expect multilingual commentary, soft drinks, a small group of up to 12, and a strong chance of seeing dolphins near a local fish farm.
“Everithing was good. ANDREA AND ALESSANDRO ARE super! Dolphins were sweet, especially mom and the baby ❤️❤️”
Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard a clean, modern boat visiting Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and La Maddalena. Swim at Cala Corsara, see Budelli’s Pink Beach from the water, explore La Maddalena’s old town, and buy Sardinian snacks or a hot pasta lunch on board. Live commentary and a smartphone audio guide are available in English, French, and Italian.
“It was very nice, but the sound of the guide inside the boat should be higher. Once when boat is on, there is a lots of engine noise and it is almost impossible listen the guide. But the view talks for itself.”
Spend seven hours aboard the Sea Star from Palau, cruising Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, Caprera, and La Maddalena. Swim from the boat, reach two beaches, photograph Spiaggia Rosa, and hear commentary in English, French, Italian, or Spanish. The final stop changes by day, and food and drinks are sold on board.
“The tour was great overall and we really enjoyed it! -the beaches are stunning, time on the beaches was 1-1.5 hours on each, which is good, not too short not too long. -you get to swim with the fish! -Food on board was fantastic (we had mussels and pasta) and well-priced. Good choices of 3 mains + sandwiches and many drinks + they also did crepes! (We were too slow to order so didn’t get them but they smelled nice!) -All the staff on board was really nice. What could be improved: -Check-in to be done on the boat rather than having to go to the office. -alert people on…”
Follow an English and Italian guide beneath Cagliari through a 120-meter WWII shelter, the candle-lit crypt of Santa Restituta, and Roman ruins below Saint Eulalia. Add a guided Old Town walk or a wine tasting with Sardinian snacks. Guides vary, with Francesca, Valentina, Federico, and Silvia among those who have led recent tours.
“Interesting places that we wouldn’t have seen without this tour”
Spend seven hours aboard Petagus from Palau, stopping at Spargi, Santa Maria, Budelli’s natural pools, Pink Beach, and La Maddalena town. An English- and Italian-speaking guide explains the route, while the onboard bar sells sandwiches, salads, Sardinian snacks, coffee, wine, and drinks. Bring cash for the landing tax and arrive early for an outdoor seat.
“We were lucky. There was quite a strong wind and waves, the trip turned out to be an adventure! Very beautiful beaches and a coastline created by the wind and the sea. I also really liked the city of Maddalena, I must say, the most beautiful man-made place in all of Northern Sardinia. The team is professional. Great one-day trip.”
Spend about 7.5 hours on a motorboat from Cala Gonone, with beach stops at Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu, and Cala Sisine, plus a photo stop at Cala Goloritzè. You’ll pass sea caves and the Pools of Venus, enjoy an onboard aperitif, and hear audio guides in several languages. Early departures allow longer beach time.
“The beaches are amazing. Boat was comfortable. Guide spoke well.”
Set out from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with guides such as Marco, Emmanuel, Maria, or Vincent. Learn basic kayak technique, paddle past Cala Moresca and Figarolo, snorkel among fish and sea urchins, look for dolphins near a sea fish farm, and finish with Sardinian snacks and drinks. The route changes with wind and sea conditions.
“Great activity, I recommend to book earliest in the morning. It'll be worth it :)”
Spend seven hours aboard the red Jasmine 3 from Palau, stopping at Santa Maria, Budelli, Spargi, and La Maddalena. Swim at Cala Corsara, photograph Rosa Beach, enjoy pasta with mussels and prawns, and stroll through La Maddalena town. Maurizio and Luca are among the crew members noted for friendly service and lively onboard entertainment.
“Everything was perfect. Perfect crew, perfect food and perfect view 😊”
Spend about eight hours aboard the Virginia from Cannigione, stopping to swim near Spargi and Budelli, photograph Pink Beach, and explore La Maddalena town. Choose a standard seat, adults-only VIP chaise lounge, or private space. Optional zodiac trips add Caprera and closer access to the coves.
“Good facilities clean toilets plenty of space to sunbath or stay in the shade. Lots of extras I recommend getting the aqua scooters. Drinks are cheap food is a fair price quite alot of choice of food warm and cold. Water is only 50 cents. Saw loads of fish large sardines etc in the clear sea. VIP access is not really worth it unless you want to sunbath”
Spend about eight hours aboard a catamaran from Cannigione, visiting Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria, and the Porto della Madonna. The boat carries no more than 12 people, with lunch, wine, beer, myrtle liqueur, snorkeling gear, and attentive crew members such as Luca, Barbara, Francesco, and Alberto.
“Had a fantastic day out on the water. The snorkeling was great and Pietro’s lunch was delicious. Definitely recommend. A great day in Sardinia.”
From Spiaggia Sos Aranzos, a small boat reaches Figarolo in about five minutes, where bottlenose dolphins gather near a fish farm. Your crew explains dolphin behavior and the Olbia Bay area while you pause for sightings. Guides have included marine biologists such as Sara, Maya, Iaia, and Claire. The 12-person boat returns after about 90 minutes.
“Brilliant. Would highly recommend this trip. We saw lots of dolphins and our guild Juliet was brilliant and so knowledgeable.”
Join Captain Matteo and his crew for a three-hour speedboat trip around Cagliari’s Devil’s Saddle. You’ll stop at Calamosca, Cala Fighera, Grotta dei Colombi, and Poetto for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and sea views, with an Italian, English, or Spanish-speaking guide, spritz, chips, music, and a dockside shower included.
“Matteo was phenomenal! Friendly, welcoming, and extremely professional the entire time. Being able to jump in the crystal clear water and swim around, explore the caves and sights, and finish with a nice spritz was perfect!”
Spend about 7.5 hours cruising Sardinia’s Gulf of Orosei from Cala Gonone. Stop at Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu, and Cala Sisine, with a possible fourth beach, then pause near Cala Goloritzè for photos. Bring water shoes, snorkeling gear, shade, and your own lunch. The boat carries roughly 100 to 150 passengers.
“Great way to see the many different beaches in the Gulf of Orosei in 1 day. About 1 hour at each stop .”
From Santa Teresa Gallura, you’ll cruise the La Maddalena Archipelago aboard a Consorzio delle Bocche motorboat. Expect two 1.5-hour beach stops, a short visit to La Maddalena town, multilingual commentary, and lunch cooked onboard. Bring swimwear, a towel, and cash for the mandatory landing fee.
“Everything was great! The boat ride there was spotless and so smooth, the lunch was amazingly tasty and the crew was super nice. Of course the islands and the waters were pristine and incredible, only bad thing were the crowds on the beaches but it’s not something that the crew/boat can help with. Definitely recommend!!!”
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