The 15 Best Sardinia Tours & Boat Trips

1.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

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

Cruise Sardinia’s La Maddalena islands for beaches, swimming, snorkeling, local stories, and a free hour in La Maddalena for $59.

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

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

Spot wild bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo Island on a small, eco-minded boat trip from Golfo Aranci with expert guides and coastal views.

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

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3.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

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

Sail La Maddalena, Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria, with white beaches, clear water, island time, and Sardinian food aboard.

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

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

Review of the $59 La Maddalena boat tour from Palau, with beach stops, snorkeling, island views, food, crowds, and practical tips.

“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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5.Underground Cagliari Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,329 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $35Best value

Explore Cagliari below street level, from a WWII shelter to Roman ruins, with optional Old Town walking and Sardinian wine tasting.

“Fantastic tour. Valentina was very knowledgable and enthusiastic about the sites we visited in our 4 hour tour. Highly recommended tour.”

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

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

Review of the $59 La Maddalena boat tour from Palau, with Spargi, Santa Maria, Budelli pools, Rosa Beach, and La Maddalena town.

“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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7.From Cala Gonone: Gulf of Orosei Cruise to Cala Goloritzè

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

Cruise Sardinia’s Gulf of Orosei from Cala Gonone, stopping at Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu, Cala Sisine, and Cala Goloritzè.

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

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8.Golfo Aranci: Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,731 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $53

Kayak Golfo Aranci with marine biologists, snorkel at Cala Moresca, search for wild dolphins, and enjoy a Sardinian aperitif on Figarolo.

“I liked the atmosphere and the view during the sailing😁 The colour of water is unforgettable 😍”

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

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

Review of the La Maddalena boat tour from Palau, with Santa Maria, Budelli, Spargi, seafood pasta, swimming stops, and practical tips.

“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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10.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

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

Spend eight hours sailing from Cannigione through La Maddalena, with small-group swimming stops, Sardinian food, wine, and snorkeling.

“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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11.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 952 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Sail from Palau through La Maddalena’s turquoise coves, swim near Spargi, and enjoy Sardinian food, wine, and a small-group boat day.

“We had a wonderful day out sailing with Claudia and Simone! The pasta lunch was delicious and they were very kind and accomodating to our group. Highly recommend!”

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12.Sardegna: Tavolara Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 921 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Explore Tavolara and Molara by small boat, snorkel clear water, spot dolphins, admire sea caves, and enjoy a Sardinian aperitif.

“Antonio was a great guide! Really funny and friendly. Even though the weather was very cloudy, he made adjustments of the tour and we got to have a great time. We even saw dolphins! Overall great experience!”

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13.From Palau or La Maddalena: Archipelago Sailing Ship Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 903 reviews · 7 hours · from $77

Sail La Maddalena’s turquoise waters from Palau or La Maddalena, with Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, beaches, swim stops, and local guides.

“It was a little bit chaotic at first because it was very windy but we had so much fun. The crew was amazing, so sweet and reassuring. The beaches were also beautiful. Je recommande chaudement !”

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14.Boat Tour with 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 865 reviews · from $56

Swim, snorkel, and sip Prosecco along Cagliari’s Devil’s Saddle on a lively 3-hour RIB boat trip from Via Roma.

“Alessandro was an amazing captain and guide and selected the best spots to swim and snorkel for the day. We had beautiful sunny weather and it was so comfortable and an incredible must-do experience in Cagliari!”

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15.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Review of Sardinia’s luxury catamaran tour to Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria, with swimming, snorkeling, lunch, wine, and a small group.

“My wife and I enjoyed this full day tour. The staff was exceptional and extremely attentive. I truly recommend this experience. Beautiful day at sea, great pictures and memories.”

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