Snorkeling La Maddalena: Catamaran with Lunch

Sail between islands and drop anchor where the water invites you in.

A sailing catamaran tour of the Maddalena Archipelago in Sardinia with snorkeling equipment, Sardinian lunch and park admission included. The skipper chooses between Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria and Razzoli islands based on wind and waves, and you decide how long to stay at each stop. The boat holds small groups and carries a certified sailing instructor and lifeguard who speaks English or Italian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sailing and exploring Maddalena Archipelago

• Sail through Maddalena islands
• Stop at Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, or Razzoli
• Visit natural pools between Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria
• Swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters
• Enjoy Sardinian appetizer and lunch on board

The experience

You arrive 40 minutes before departure and board a shallow-draft catamaran built for these waters. The day unfolds on the skipper's read of the wind and swell (Spargi Island one day, the natural pools between Budelli and Razzoli the next), so the route is never the same twice. Snorkeling gear is on board, and you slip into the water at stops the skipper knows. Between swims there is time to sit on deck, watch the islands pass and listen to the local history the skipper shares.

Lunch arrives on board: Sardinian antipasto with salame and pecorino, a first course of typical pasta, white wine, beer, coffee, mirto and water. The meal is served in accordance with food safety standards and timed so you eat when the boat is anchored. Seven hours means you have the morning in the water, the afternoon to settle into the rhythm, and enough time at each stop to choose whether to snorkel again or stay on deck.

The skipper is a certified sailing instructor, windsurfing instructor and FISA lifeguard, so safety is built into the day. Gasoline, park entry and all fees are included in the price. Public transport runs near the departure point if you need it to get there.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• Maddalena Park entry ticket.
• Sardinian lunch with antipasto, pasta, wine, beer, coffee and mirto.
• gasoline.
• captain and certified instructor.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesThursdayDeparts at 09:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (5 to 85 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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 effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sardinia Catamaran

Is this one for you?Small groups work best here because the skipper can adjust stops and timing around what the group wants to do. If half the boat wants to snorkel longer at one island and the other half wants to move on, the day still holds together. Book this if you want to sail and swim without a fixed itinerary, or if you're new to snorkeling and want a lifeguard in the water with you.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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 islands will we visit on the snorkeling tour?

The skipper chooses between Spargi Island, Budelli Island, Santa Maria Island and Razzoli Island based on wind and wave direction on the day you sail. The natural pools between Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria are also a common stop.

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

Snorkeling equipment is included on the catamaran, so you don't need to bring your own or arrange it separately.

What's included in the lunch served on board?

Lunch includes Sardinian antipasto with salame and pecorino cheese, a first course of typical Sardinian pasta, white wine, beer, coffee, mirto liqueur, water and fruit.

How long is the snorkeling tour and what time should I arrive?

The tour runs seven hours. You should arrive 40 minutes before the departure time so the skipper can brief the group and get everyone settled on board.

Is this snorkeling tour suitable for children?

The tour is not recommended for children under five years old. Children older than five who are comfortable in the water can join, though parents should be aware the boat spends seven hours on the water with multiple swimming stops.

Who will be leading the snorkeling tour?

A certified sailing instructor, windsurfing instructor and FISA-qualified lifeguard leads the tour and speaks English or Italian. The skipper adjusts the day based on conditions and your group's preferences.