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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

1. From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

Start your trip at Palau or La Maddalena port, where the crew will meet you and make sure you get comfortable on board. Choose from a variety of drinks and food available for purchase as you enjoy the sea breeze. Take a swim during the first stop at Santa Maria island, known for its turquoise waters. Stop at Budelli to lie on the sand or swim in the natural pools. Once back to the boat, admire the Spiaggia Rosa and its unique pink sand. Visit Spargi to discover its white sandy beaches, rocky coasts, and turquoise waters. Go snorkeling in calm waters or lounge on the beach of Cala Granara. Along the way, see the Island of Santo Stefano, Caprera, and the Bear Rock of Palau from the boat. Listen to a multilingual explanation from your expert guide about the history of the archipelago. If you departed from Palau, have 1 hour of free time to shop for souvenirs or Vermentino wine in traditional Sardinian shops. Take a walk around the charming town. Admire the port of Cala Gavetta and the picturesque church of Santa Maria Maddalena before you get dropped off at Palau. If your journey started at La Maddalena, end your trip here.

Maddalena Archipelago: Island-Hopping Sailing Tour and Lunch

2. Maddalena Archipelago: Island-Hopping Sailing Tour and Lunch

Explore the Maddalena Archipelago on a sailboat trip, and enjoy a provided lunch and drinks. Stop at the islands of Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria, and enjoy stops for swimming and snorkeling on this daytime sailing tour. Enjoy a journey in a comfortable yacht that departs from the Marina Cala Camiciotto. Leave the marina, and relax while the boat sails for over an hour until Isola Spargi, Isola Budelli, and Isola Santa Maria. Admire a beautiful and unique view of the coastline during the trip to the islands, before dropping anchor in Cala Santa Maria, famous for its white sands and turquoise waters. Then, take an aperitif with snacks, beer, and cold fresh drinks. Savor lunch on board and try pasta, bruschetta, bread, and local sausage and cheeses with a glass of wine. Next, move on to visit the Spiaggia Rosa on Isola Budelli and stop for two hours, where you will travel by dinghy to Isola Budeli and walk at Spiaggia Rosa. Take time to enjoy a delicious lunch with wine, beer, and cold fresh drinks. Sail to Cala Granara, Isola Spargi, and take some free time to swim from the deck, snorkel, and Stand Up Paddle Board experience. Return to Cala Camicotto at the end of the tour.

From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour

3. From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour

The best way to know the true essence of a new place is to act like a local. And that’s why we have designed our catamaran excursion, to make you feel the protagonist and integral part of it. Departure at 9.30 AM directly from Palau. We will then sail to the archipelago of La Maddalena. Our captain will involve you during the navigation entertaining you with some information and curiosity, while those who want can try the thrill of being at the helm for a few minutes. Our itinerary includes several stops during the day and is focused on relaxation and nature. We will have more than 7 islands to choose from such as: Razzoli, Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, Caprera and Santo Stefano. Our captain will choose the most beautiful coves based on wind and sea traffic. You will have the opportunity to swim in the crystal clear waters of this paradise, snorkel and sunbathe. During the day you will be served an aperitif based on Sardinian products, sea pasta or land, depends on the ingredients that we find fresh in the morning, snacks and fruit. you will have water all day and unlimited soft drinks. The aperitif will be accompanied by a glass of prosecco and during lunch you will be served white wine. To conclude you will taste the Mirto, the typical Sardinian liqueur. In short, you will only have to bring a beach towel, a hat and sunscreen. We will take care of everything else. The return is scheduled for 16.30/17 and we will take you back to Palau.

Cagliari: Boat Tour with 4 Swim Stops at Devil's Saddle

4. Cagliari: Boat Tour with 4 Swim Stops at Devil's Saddle

Join us aboard our comfortable rib boat from the Port of Cagliari just a few minutes by foot from city center and reach the spectacular bays of the Devil's Saddle, guided by a professional skipper. You will discover enchanting places where you can relax on board, socialize with other people, swim and snorkel with the equipment provided by us. You will visit corners of the coast that can only be reached by rib boat. Book now to have one of the best experiences of your life because we care for you the most. Shared tour with maximum 10 people on board.

Olbia: Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Boat Tour near Figarolo

5. Olbia: Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Boat Tour near Figarolo

Set sail for a dolphin watching boat trip from Moys Marina in Olbia Yacting Service, a 5-star port with ample free parking in front of the meeting point. Climb aboard a comfortable, latest-generation inflatable boat, an 8.50-meter 2Bar with a 250 horsepower Honda engine, equipped with every comfort. Enjoy an unparalleled experience with a small group of no more than 10 people. Take an adventurous excursion in the splendid emerald sea of Sardinia, near Figarolo Island and enjoy the view aboard a new small-group motorboat. Sail in search for a pod of wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat where the sighting probability is of approximately 80%. Enjoy several snorkeling stops to swim and explore the seabed rich with colorful fish. See a limestone cave and cliffs, and a world famous place where wild birds live. This excursion is fun and relaxing, suitable for everyone, and a great choice for friends and families. Savor an aperitif based on typical Sardinian products and a choice of water, tea, fruit juices or Sardinian beer. Allow our expertise in boat excursions in Sardinia and our captain with 30 years of experience at sea to guide you on this wonderful adventure.

Sardinia: Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour with Lunch

6. Sardinia: Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour with Lunch

Immerse yourself in the calm of the Maddalena Archipelago with a relaxing boat trip from Sardinia's Palau. Admire the rocky surface and clear blue waters of the islands from aboard a catamaran. Explore iconic beaches and enjoy a delicious Sardinian lunch. Hop aboard your boat and make use of its many seating areas and rooftop to take in panoramic coastal views. Stop at two or three Maddalena islands, depending on weather conditions. The islands visited may include: Spargi, Budelli, or Santa Maria, passing by the famous Pink Beach. Take time to swim and snorkel at any of your breathtaking stops. Relax on board as you taste a traditional Sardinian lunch of pasta, bread, Vermentino wine, coffee, and sweets.

From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

7. From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

Board the Luxury Virginia, our motor yacht. The boat has three decks. The first two floors are dedicated to the Ponte Standard, an open space area where seats are not allocated. The third floor of the boat is dedicated to the VIP Deck, an area with limited access for adults where each will have its own chaise longue assigned for the whole day. Experience the archipelago of La Maddalena away from the crowds on this full-day cruise. Swim in the crystal clear waters around Cala dell'Amore and Porto della Madonna. Visit the town of La Maddalena and enjoy the view of Bear Rock and Porto Rafael. Start your adventure at Cala dell'Amore on Spargi Island. Take in sight inaccessible to many tourists as your motor yacht is the only licensed tourist boat that can stop in this fabulous bay. Continue to the famous Port of the Madonna and experience the striking shades of blue water.   Next, continue to Pink Beach on Budelli Island. Finally, stroll around the island of La Maddalena, the only inhabited island and the largest among the more than 60 islands that make up the archipelago. Go shopping or visit the historic city center during your free time. 

Cagliari: Devil's Saddle Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

8. Cagliari: Devil's Saddle Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

Take a speedboat tour to “La Sella del Diavolo” — the Devil’s Saddle — from Cagliari, and enjoy more time exploring beaches and coves than you would on a sailboat. Swim in crystal-clear waters, and learn about the coastline from your skipper. Head to the meeting point to board the 8-meter rigid inflatable boat and meet your skipper. Then, take a seat in one of the relaxing corners of the boat and set off fast along the coast. Stop to swim at Cala Bernat, then visit Cala Mosca Beach. Discover Cala Fighera, admire the Gasole Pools under the Devil’s Saddle, and then relax in front of Poetto Beach. During the tour, get in and out of the water easily and safely thanks to a telescopic ladder and two large rear platforms on the boat. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling stops when the skipper says it’s safe, and wash the salt off after in the shower. Connect to the onboard speakers via Bluetooth to listen to your music, and hear stories and legends — and maybe even a song or two — from your skipper. Keep an eye out for dolphins, which are sometimes spotted during the tour, too. Food and drinks are available to buy on board, and there is a large boat awning that can be opened in the event of rain or too much sun. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off at the original starting point.

From Palau: La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour

9. From Palau: La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour

Set out from Palau on a full-day tour of La Maddalena Archipelago aboard a comfortable and stylish catamaran. Sail along the coast and stop at uninhabited islands along the way. Sunbathe, swim, and enjoy refreshments throughout the day. Depart from Palau harbor in the morning and set sail onto the crystal clear waters of Sardinia. Admire panoramic views of the island as you travel along the coast, watching out for Porto Raphael and its famous villas along the way. Pass by the Punta Sardinia lighthouse before arriving at the first stop of the day, the island of Spargi. As the boat pulls into the bay of the island, marvel at your tranquil and uninhabited surroundings. Enjoy some time to swim in the crystal clear waters at Cala Soraya, named by Princess Soraya in the 60s, or visit the bay just next to it, Cala Corsara, or maybe head to the unique Cala Connery and Cala del'Amore. After your swim, regain some energy with a refreshing drink and Sardinian aperitivo. Later, the captain will decide on the next island to visit, depending on the weather and the tide. Arrive at either the Natural Pools of Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria, or La Maddalena, and spend some more time cooling off in the water, or relaxing on deck.  If the conditions are right, there is even the chance of visiting the beautiful Lavezzi Islands in Corsica, France! Finally, arrive at the last stop of the day for more swimming around. If you've brought your snorkeling gear, you can explore the marine wildlife of the area. Put your adrenaline to the test with a big jump from the catamaran, or stay onboard and sunbathe if you’d rather relax. Please note that the exact beaches change every day, as they will be decided on the moment by the captain based on the wind conditions and boat traffic. Our priority is always the safety of our passengers, so the itinerary may receive last minute changes if the captain deems it necessary. On very windy days it might not be possible to visit all the islands. Furthermore, we cannot guarantee that you will use the sails, as this depends on the wind conditions of the day. The captain is the only person who can decide if there are suitable wind conditions to sail, and what beaches can be visited on each day. Once again, this is to ensure the safety of our passengers.

Villasimius: Capo Carbonara Boat and Snorkeling Tour

10. Villasimius: Capo Carbonara Boat and Snorkeling Tour

Experience one of Sardinia's most pristine locations with a marine biologist as your guide. Tour the Marine Protected Area of Capo Carbonara on the southern tip of Villasimius to learn about the efforts to conserve the wildlife that now thrives on the islands of Cavoli and Serpentara. Reach the islands by boat and learn the meaning of Sites of Community Interest, or SCIs, that are crucial for the repopulation of maritime flora and fauna. Keep an eye out for the endangered Corsican seagull whose population has been recovering in this region. Next, don your snorkeling gear and take the opportunity to observe native species like octopuses, sponges, algae, and more. Learn from your guide about how the creatures are cared for here and see their fascinating behavior in their natural habitat.

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based on 256 reviews

Even in October the sailing was very nice. We saw so many beautiful places, could swim or enjoying walking around islands. All Crew was so nice and helpful. Thank you so much for a lovely day ! Definitely worth it!

We had a wonderful time with Elizabeth and her colleague. Really enjoyed the trip and got to spend plenty of time with our underwater friends! Highly recommended.

It was really pleasant activity. Our guide had a big knowledge about the area and we had such a great time there!

Great captain! Great experience. Everyone was friendly and knowledgeable. One of the highlights of our trip

Great day fun day out, lovely lunch. Crew so helpful and informative.