15 Boat Tours in Sardinia to Build a Day Around

From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding at Palau or La Maddalena

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59Our pick

Join Claudia and the multilingual crew for a 6 to 7 hour boat trip from Palau or La Maddalena. Swim at Budelli, relax on Santa Maria and Spargi, view Spiaggia Rosa from the water, and enjoy a free hour in La Maddalena.

“It’s one of our favourite boat trips we’ve ever done! Extremely well organised, we loved the fact that we kept our own seats for the whole trip! The guide was great & very friendly The itinerary was very good stopping at all of the best places around La Maddalena. We loved all of the beaches & the beautiful sea We had some Calamari which was delicious & French fries served at your table A very enjoyable trip & we’d highly recommend”

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Golfo Aranci: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

2.Golfo Aranci: Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,846 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41Best value

Join DST Sardegna in Golfo Aranci for a 1.5-hour zodiac trip toward Figarolo Island and its resident bottlenose dolphins. Two crew members, such as guide Andrea and captain Maui, explain dolphin behavior, the fish farm, and marine ecology. Groups are limited to 12, with soft drinks included.

“We saw wild dolphins and Sabina the skiper was the best”

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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

3.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours cruising La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau or La Maddalena. Swim at Cala Corsara, see Budelli’s Pink Beach, visit La Maddalena town, and buy Sardinian food and drinks on board. Multilingual commentary and a smartphone audio guide keep the trip easygoing.

“The boat trip was just amazing. Swimming in the crystal clear blue water either at the beach of Isola Spargi or in front of the Isola Bordelli directly jumping of the boat was awesome. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Although the audio on board was not very audible due to the boat motor, the overall experience was just relaxing and smooth. Would recommend anytime :)”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

4.From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,414 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Cruise the La Maddalena archipelago from Palau aboard the Navetta Sea Star. Swim at Spargi, Santa Maria, or Caprera, photograph Budelli’s Spiaggia Rosa, and hear multilingual commentary in English, French, Italian, or Spanish. The final stop changes by day between Cala Coticcio and La Maddalena town.

“It was the highlight of our trip. Amazing guide, he spot the dolphins very well. He told us a lot of interesting things. Really recommending to everyone!”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

5.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,291 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard Motonave Petagus exploring the La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau. An English and Italian speaking crew takes you to Cala Corsara, Santa Maria, Budelli’s natural pools, Rosa Beach, and La Maddalena town. Bring lunch or buy Sardinian snacks and drinks at the onboard bar.

“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.”

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From Cala Gonone: Gulf of Orosei Cruise to Cala Goloritzè

6.From Cala Gonone: Gulf of Orosei Cruise to Cala Goloritzè

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,243 reviews · from $67

Spend up to 7.5 hours cruising from Cala Gonone along Sardinia’s Gulf of Orosei. Swim at Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu, and Cala Sisine, enjoy an onboard aperitif, and photograph Cala Goloritzè’s famous arch. Audio guidance is available in four languages, with a snack bar onboard.

“Fantastic Views, Amazing Capitan drove into a cave, the music filled the boat it gave Ibiza vibes. Wonderful spent day!!!!”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Pasta

7.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Pasta

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,510 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard the red Jasmine 3 from Palau, with swimming time at Santa Maria and Cala Corsara, photos at Rosa Beach, lunch of pasta with mussels and prawns, and a short stroll through La Maddalena. Maurizio, Luca, and the crew provide commentary in Italian and English.

“This was the best day in our Sardegna holidays for me and my friend! The tour is amazing, you have plenty time for swimming and admiring the beautiful colours of the water along the Maddalena Archipelago. The crew is lovely and in the afternoon even offered to sing karaoke songs on the boat (if you want, no push at all). The lunch was delicious, pasta al dente, it was a perfect and special day! We enjoyed it so much. Grazie mille to Maurizio, Luca and the rest of the crew!”

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From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

8.From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,311 reviews · from $62

Spend a full day aboard the Virginia from Cannigione, swimming near Spargi and Budelli, photographing Pink Beach, and exploring La Maddalena town. You can choose standard seating, an adults-only VIP sun deck, or a private space, with optional zodiac trips to Piscine Naturali and Caprera.

“I booked the VIP ticket as I was a solo traveller and wanted to ensure I had my own seat. The boat was clean, staff was friendly, the location stops were so much fun as you could jump off the boat and then climb up the ramp. I liked that they provided float boards for those that needed the security while swimming. This was a fun and easy trip, they didn't blast music so was able to make friends and chat comfortably. Lots of couples on the VIP deck and more families in the general deck. The bigger boat made the trip more comfortable as when sitting you were not…”

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1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

9.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Sail from the Arzachena area aboard a catamaran limited to 12 people. Expect clear-water swim stops at Spargi and Porto della Madonna, views of Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, onboard pasta, Sardinian snacks, Vermentino, and friendly crew such as Luca, Barbara, Francesco, and Alessio.

“Luca was a gentlemen and very welcoming. We had US, UK and Germany and were all family by the the end of the tour. No Doubts about this tour, end of!”

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Cagliari: Devil’s Saddle Boat Tour with Spritz and Chips

10.Devil’s Saddle Boat Tour with Spritz and Chips

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,193 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Join Captain Matteo from Blue Rent Cagliari for a three-hour speedboat trip around the Devil’s Saddle. Swim at Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera, Grotta dei Colombi, and Poetto, hear local history in Italian, English, or Spanish, and enjoy spritz, chips, music, and snorkeling gear.

“Matteo was awesome and taught us about the local history. We loved swimming and have a snack and drink while listening to music🎵....We really enjoyed our time on the boat. Thanks Matteo”

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Cala Gonone:Cruise in the Gulf of Orosei with Cala Goloritzé

11.Cala Gonone:Cruise in the Gulf of Orosei with Cala Goloritzé

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,137 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $94

Spend up to 7.5 hours cruising from Cala Gonone along Sardinia’s Gulf of Orosei. Swim at Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu and Cala Sisine, enjoy an onboard aperitif, and photograph Cala Goloritzè from the water. Boats carry about 100 to 150 passengers, with audio guides in several languages.

“Very nice experience however not much time on each beach aprox 1 hour. Could have been slightly more relaxed felt a lil rushed. 90 euros bit much. Worth more like 50 in my opinion”

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From Santa Teresa Gallura: La Maddalena Full-Day Boat Tour

12.From Santa Teresa Gallura: La Maddalena Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,123 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours cruising La Maddalena National Park from Santa Teresa Gallura. Stop for swims at Santa Maria and Spargi, stroll La Maddalena town, view the closed Pink Beach, and eat pasta cooked onboard. Italian, English, and French audio service is provided.

“Very nice trip with stops at two lovely and picturesque beaches and a stop in the center of La Maddalena to take a stroll through the streets - just enough time to enjoy a coffee and ice cream . A seafood pasta was served as lunch after the first beach stop. We had a great day! The boat was very punctual. Highly recommended.”

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La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour from Palau

13.La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour from Palau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,064 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about seven hours cruising from Palau through La Maddalena National Park. You’ll explore La Maddalena town, swim at Cala Corsara and Santa Maria, pause in Budelli’s natural pools, and photograph Pink Beach. The large, well-kept boat offers indoor and outdoor seating, toilets, drinks, and optional food.

“Beautiful and relaxing day in the boat with stops at the most beautiful bays with turquoise waters, highly recommended”

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From Palau: 4 stops boat tour to La Maddalena archipelago

14.From Palau: 4 stops boat tour to La Maddalena archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,028 reviews · from $65

Join the Lady Luna 3 from Palau for a full day around Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and La Maddalena. You’ll swim at Piscine Naturali, pause at Cala Santa Maria and Cala Granara, hear live commentary in four languages, and have lunch options aboard. Bring cash for the €5 park fee.

“I really like, you can see nice landscapes there and have nice swimming time! They offered a real nice meal, pasta with schrimps! The staff was really nice! They waited for us till the last minute! I m very thankful ! When coming to Palau please go very earlier ... It took us almost 1 hour to park! :)”

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From La Caletta or Orosei: Gulf of Orosei Cruise

15.From La Caletta or Orosei: Gulf of Orosei Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,000 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $80

Spend 7 to 9 hours aboard the Imperatrice, cruising Sardinia’s Gulf of Orosei from La Caletta or Orosei. A bilingual crew, English and French audio guide, spacious decks, swim stops at Cala Sisine and Cala Mariolu, and an optional Grotta del Fico visit make this a relaxed way to see the coast.

“Fantastic day touring the Gulf of Oresei. Great value for stopping off at two must see beaches and seeing a some grottos up close. Agree with other reviews, you need to be there early as they will leave without you if they reach the end of the queue. Really recommend if you are staying in oresei/sos alinos.”

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