Sardinia: Sunset Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Proratora Stop

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Duration2h 30m

GroupUp to 14

LanguagesEN · IT +2

Mobile ticketAccepted

Kayak to Proratora island snorkel in Tavolara Marine Park and relax with beers at sunset

You’ll paddle calm Sardinian waters with local guides, explore hidden sea caves near Proratora Island, snorkel among bright fish in crystal-clear water, then share cold beers on the sand as music drifts over the beach. Expect laughter, small surprises, and golden light you might remember long after you leave.

2h 30m

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayak and snorkel at Tavolara Park

Kayak from Olbia to Proratora Island
Explore white beaches and sea cave
Snorkel in crystal clear water
Observe starfish, flamingos, and dolphins
Enjoy music and beers on the beach

The Experience

I didn’t really expect to laugh so much trying to get into a double kayak — but there we were, wobbling and grinning while our guide Marco handed out life jackets and made a joke about “Italian balance.” Sardinia’s light was soft already, that kind of late afternoon gold that makes even my old sneakers look poetic. We started paddling from the beach near Porto San Paolo, and I could smell salt and sunscreen mixing in the air. The sea was calm, almost glassy, just a few ripples from our paddles. A couple of flamingos flapped by in the distance (I thought they’d be pinker?) and someone behind us said they’d seen dolphins here before. I kept glancing over my shoulder just in case.

Marco led us along the edge of Tavolara Marine Park, pointing out little coves I never would’ve noticed. He switched between English and Italian without missing a beat — sometimes he’d pause to name a bird or show us how to spot starfish clinging to the rocks below. At one point we squeezed into this sea cave where the water went suddenly cool and blue; I remember my hands brushing against smooth stone as we drifted inside. Later, snorkeling off Proratora Island, I tasted salt through my mask (not graceful) but saw these bright fish darting around my knees. Someone found a tiny crab — there was this moment where everyone just floated quietly, watching it scuttle away.

Afterwards we dragged our kayaks up onto the sand — not as easy as it looks when you’re tired — and Marco pulled cold beers from his bag like some kind of magician. There was music playing from someone’s phone but mostly we just talked about what we’d seen, feet buried in warm sand. The sun dipped lower and everything went orange for a minute; I still think about that view sometimes when I’m stuck back at work. Oh — Li tried teaching me how to say “Proratora” properly, but honestly I probably butchered it every time.

What’s included

Your experience includes use of double or single open kayaks (your choice), life jackets for safety, sanitized snorkeling equipment for underwater exploring near Proratora Island, snacks and cold local beers shared on the beach at sunset, plus two professional English-speaking guides who’ll lead you through Tavolara Marine Park and provide waterproof bags for your devices along with a short lesson before setting out.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ecosport Sardinia