Catamaran Day Trip to Cale di Orosei from Arbatax: Six Coves

A full day in the water across multiple coves, swimming and snorkeling in caves the catamaran reaches alone.

A catamaran day trip from Arbatax to the Cale di Orosei (five named coves and natural pools along Sardinia's coast) with seven to eight hours of swimming, snorkeling and cave exploration. The boat carries a live guide in five languages, lunch prepared on board, and snorkeling equipment. You pick between summer departures (June through September) or shoulder-season ones (May and October).

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran trip along Sardinian coast

• Pass under Perda Longa cliff
• Swim at first stop
• Swim and snorkel at beautiful beach
• Visit unique beach
• Optional visit to Fico caves
• Swim at natural pools
• Visit green unique beach
• Swim and snorkel inside cave
• Take photos during visits
• Stopover visit

The experience

The catamaran leaves Arbatax in the morning and heads south along the coast, passing under the Perda Longa cliff before the first swim stop. From there the day moves between five named coves: Cala Goloritzè, Cala dei Gabbiani, Cala Mariolu, the Piscine di Venere (natural pools), and Cala Biriola, each one a stop to swim, snorkel or explore. The boat itself is new, built wide and stable enough that you can lie on bow beds in the sun or climb to the fly deck to watch the coastline from above. Restrooms are on board, and the crew handles the logistics while you move between water and deck.

At one stop, you can swim into sea caves. At another, the Piscine di Venere are unique natural pools worth a visit and photos. Snorkeling happens in the clearest water Sardinia has, and the crew provides all the gear. Lunch, based on local products, is prepared and served while you're on the water, along with snacks, bottled water and sodas throughout the day.

The catamaran is built for comfort and stability, which means it works well for people with reduced mobility. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller. A guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and two other languages, so the stops and the coast get explained as you move. The boat departs daily in summer (June through September) or in the shoulder season (May and October), so you can choose the timing that fits your trip.

What’s included

• Lunch prepared on board with local products.
• snorkeling equipment.
• bottled water, soda and snacks throughout the day.
• restroom facilities on board.
• live guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French and two additional languages.

Options for this experience

2 options

Jun, Jul, Aug and Sept 2026Guide in 6 languages · Available from 28 Jun 2027

2026 May OctoberGuide in 6 languages · Available from 5 Oct 2027

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 28 Jun 2027

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 80 years) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 9 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Charter Sardinia

Is this one for you?The catamaran's width and stability let you lie in the sun on bow or fly-deck beds between swims, so if you want to float and rest as much as you want to snorkel, this boat gives you both without the crowding of a smaller vessel. Summer departures (June–September) run daily. Shoulder-season dates (May and October) suit travelers who want fewer crowds on the water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (5 to 9 years); Infant (under 5).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the five coves we actually stop at on this trip?

Cala Goloritzè, Cala dei Gabbiani, Cala Mariolu, the Piscine di Venere (natural pools), and Cala Biriola. Each stop is a swim or snorkel opportunity, and some include cave exploration or time for photos.

How much time do we spend in the water versus on the boat?

The full day runs seven to eight hours, with multiple stops for swimming and snorkeling at different coves. The boat moves between them, so you're both traveling and swimming throughout the day.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is included in the tour. The crew provides it on board, so you don't need to bring or rent gear separately.

What's included for food and drink during the day?

Lunch based on local products is prepared and served on board. Snacks, bottled water and soda are available throughout the day. You'll eat while anchored at one of the coves.

Does the catamaran work for people with mobility challenges?

Yes. The boat is designed with particular comfort for people with reduced mobility, and infants or small children can travel in a pram or stroller on board.

When does the catamaran run, and how do I choose between the two seasons?

Departures run daily in summer (June through September) or in the shoulder season (May and October). Pick the season that fits your travel dates. Both offer the same route and experience.