Gulf of Orosei Sailing Tour: Cala Goloritzé Highlights

Cala Goloritzé ranks among the world's 50 best beaches, and you reach it by sailboat from the Arbatax port.

A full-day sailing tour departing from Arbatax that navigates the Gulf of Orosei aboard a 16-meter boat, stopping at Cala Goloritzé, Cala Mariolu and other coves for snorkeling in crystal-clear water. The boat carries four to ten passengers, with a live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and one additional language. Lunch features fresh fish prepared on board, plus an aperitif of local products and granita during the sail.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sailing tour of Gulf of Orosei

• Depart from Arbatax port
• Sail along east coast of Sardinia
• Enjoy aperitif with local products
• Visit Cala Goloritze and snorkel
• Visit Cala Mariolu for snorkeling and SUP
• Explore Ogliastra coast natural wonder
• Relax at white pebble beach
• See Pedra Longa limestone spire
• Lunch with fresh fish onboard
• Enjoy lemon/mint/coffee granita
• Visit iconic Cala Goloritzè beach
• Dine on sweet crepes

The experience

Eight hours on the water means you leave Arbatax in the morning and spend the day moving between the Gulf's most photographed coves. The boat itself is built for both sailing and stopping: you'll have snorkel masks on board to explore the seabed, a relaxation area to sit in the sun, and the freedom to move between the two. Cala Goloritzé, the anchor stop, took first place in the 2025 ranking of the world's 50 best beaches: a recognition that reflects the turquoise water and white pebbles, but also the limestone crag that rises behind them and makes the place unmistakable.

The route strings together four named stops: Cala Mariolu, where you can snorkel or try a SUP board; Cala Biriola, a crescent of white pebbles backed by a two-kilometer limestone arc; Pedra Longa, a limestone spire that rises from the sea as a detached fragment of the Baunei plateau; and Cala Goloritzé itself. The guide narrates the coast as you sail, pointing out the geology and the history written into the rock. Between stops, the crew serves an aperitif of local products, then a gourmet lunch of fresh fish and squid pasta with prawns, finishing with lemon, cherry or mint granita and coffee. Wine and beer are available to order separately.

Groups stay small, four to ten people per boat, so the boat does not feel crowded even when full. The minimum of four passengers is a hard floor: if fewer book, the tour cancels and you get your money back. Children from age one are welcome on board. The tour runs in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and one other language, with a live guide steering both the boat and the conversation.

What’s included

• Snorkel masks.
• a relaxation area on deck.
• aperitif of local products.
• gourmet lunch of fresh fish, squid pasta with prawns and canapés.
• granita in lemon, cherry or mint.
• coffee.
• soft drinks including Coca-Cola, iced tea and sparkling water.
• wine and beer available for purchase.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (20 to 65 years) · Senior (66 to 90 years) · Youth (16 to 19 years) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years): free

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Orosei Sailing Experience

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to sail rather than take a motorboat, and if you're comfortable spending a full day on the water with four to nine other people. The small group size and the sailboat pace mean you move slowly enough to notice the coast, but the eight-hour commitment is real. This is not a quick hop to one beach and back.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 19 years); Child (5 to 15 years); Infant (1 to 4 years): free.

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 is Cala Goloritzé like when we arrive?

Cala Goloritzé is a small cove ringed by white pebbles and backed by a dramatic limestone cliff. The water is turquoise and shallow enough near the shore to snorkel without going far from the beach. The crag behind it is the landmark that makes the cove instantly recognizable, and it's the reason the beach ranked first globally in the 2025 World's 50 Best Beaches list.

Can we snorkel at every stop, or only at some?

Snorkel masks are on board and available throughout the day. Cala Mariolu and Cala Goloritzé are the primary snorkeling stops, though you can enter the water at other coves as well. The crew will guide you on conditions and depth at each location.

How many people sail on the boat?

The 16-meter sailboat carries a minimum of four and a maximum of ten passengers. If fewer than four people book, the tour is cancelled and you receive a full refund.

What happens if I don't eat fish or want to avoid alcohol?

Lunch centers on fresh fish and squid pasta with prawns, prepared by the boat's cook. Alcoholic beverages are not included but are available to purchase on board. If you have dietary restrictions, contact the operator before booking to discuss what can be arranged.