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Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour Snorkel & Swim★ 4.94 (1,544) · 8h
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Maddalena Archipelago Snorkeling Catamaran Tour with Lunch★ 4.96 (778) · 8h
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La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour 3 Islands★ 5.00 (449) · 7h 30m
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Sardinia Maddalena Catamaran: Bays, Pink Beach & LunchYou’ll board a luxury catamaran in Porto Rafael or Palau, gliding through the Maddalena Archipelago’s wildest bays and beaches. Swim or snorkel in Spargi’s clear water, snap photos of Budelli’s rare Pink Beach, then share a Sardinian lunch with local wine on deck. It’s slow travel—the kind where you notice every taste, color, and bit of laughter drifting over the waves.
Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour from Palau with LunchA full-day catamaran tour from Palau visits the Maddalena Archipelago's most protected islands and beaches, with swimming and snorkeling stops, a morning aperitif of local products, and lunch cooked on board. The boat departs around 9:45am and returns around 5:30pm. The itinerary shifts with weather and sea conditions to keep navigation safe, and a live guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian. No-fish and vegetarian lunch options are available if requested at booking.Is it for me?The boat leaves from Palau harbor in the morning, so if you are staying in Palau or can reach it by 9:45am without a rental car, the tour handles the rest—transport, lunch, drinks and the route all settle on the boat. If you are based elsewhere on the island and do not have a car, you will need to arrange your own way to Palau or book a separate transfer.
Maddalena Archipelago: Catamaran Tour & Pink Beach SnorkelYou board a catamaran at Cannigione and spend the day anchored in three of the Maddalena Archipelago's most protected bays, snorkelling at Spargi, viewing the Pink Beach from the water, and swimming in the Port of the Madonna lagoon. Lunch, snorkelling equipment, and all drinks are included; the boat returns to port by late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Maddalena Archipelago's main islands and swim in protected bays without arranging your own boat—the fixed schedule and included equipment mean you arrive, board, and spend the day in the water without logistics.
Asinara: Catamaran Snorkel & Animal Center with Seafood LunchYou’ll glide over Asinara’s clear waters by catamaran, swim and snorkel in quiet coves, share fresh mussels and local wine for lunch on deck, then step ashore to meet rescued turtles at the animal recovery center before sailing home salty and sun-warmed.
La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour: Four IslandsA catamaran tour departing from Palau visits four islands in the La Maddalena Archipelago over eight hours, with stops at Spargi, Spiaggia Rosa di Budelli, the Mantle of the Madonna, and Santa Maria. The 12-metre Lagoon 38 catamaran carries a small group; lunch, snacks, water and snorkeling masks are included. You can board from either Palau or Maddalena, and a live guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the archipelago's most famous stops — Spiaggia Rosa and the Mantle of the Madonna — without arranging a boat yourself, and if a small catamaran with lunch included suits your day better than a larger group tour.
Maddalena Archipelago: Catamaran Day Trip with Sardinian LunchYou’ll board a catamaran in Cannigione for a day trip across the Maddalena Archipelago, swimming off Spargi’s beaches and pausing in silence before Budelli’s pink sands. Enjoy fresh seafood pasta with local wine as you float at Porto della Madonna—sun-warmed skin, salty hair, laughter echoing over turquoise water.
Maddalena Archipelago: Catamaran Day Tour & Sardinian LunchYou’ll board a catamaran in Porto Cervo with a small group and set sail through Sardinia’s Maddalena Archipelago—swimming at Spargi, gazing at Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, then anchoring for a long lunch with local wine as turquoise water laps below. Expect laughter, quiet moments, salt on your skin—and maybe a story or two you’ll want to remember.
Tavolara & Molara Sailing Tour from San Teodoro with LunchYou’ll board a comfortable sailboat near San Teodoro for a full day exploring Tavolara & Molara’s protected marine area. Swim in emerald coves, spot dolphins by Capo Figari, enjoy a Sardinian lunch with local wine on deck, and hear stories from your guide as you glide between islands. It’s relaxed, sun-soaked, sometimes quietly beautiful — perfect if you want to feel part of this wild bit of Sardinia for a day.
Maddalena Archipelago sailing catamaran tour: 2–4 island stopsA full-day sailing tour of the Maddalena Archipelago on a catamaran, departing at 10:30 a.m. and returning by late afternoon, with 2 to 4 stops at uninhabited islands chosen daily to match wind and sea conditions. Includes a Sardinian aperitif with local white wine, lunch with spaghetti, water all day, and time to swim and snorkel at each stop. The itinerary is not fixed—the crew adjusts it each morning to find the best bays and reefs.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one other language, so you follow the commentary and safety briefing in your own language without translation delays or guessing what the crew means.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 12 of the 12 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour Snorkel & Swim is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.94 out of 5 across 1,544 reviews.
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