Things to do in Sardinia
Boat Tour Sardinia42 optionsSnorkeling Tour Sardinia11 optionsSailing Trip Sardinia15 optionsDolphin Watching Sardinia11 optionsMountain Bike Tours9 optionsBike Tour Sardinia5 optionsMaddalena Archipelago Tours23 optionsCatamaran Tour Sardinia12 optionsWine Tour Sardinia5 optionsSardinia Kayak Tours5 options
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Snorkeling La Maddalena: Catamaran with LunchA 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.Is it for me?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.
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.
Cagliari: Segway Tour of Castello & Marina with Drink StopYou’ll glide through Cagliari by Segway with a local guide, winding up steep streets into Castello’s citadel for stories and city views. Savor a drink on a sunny terrace overlooking rooftops and the port. It’s an easy way to see more without breaking a sweat — but it still feels close-up and real.
La Maddalena Sailing Day Trip: Small Group, Lunch & SwimYou’ll sail through La Maddalena’s clearest waters with a small group and local skipper, stopping at Spargi and Budelli for swims and beach walks. Enjoy homemade lunch on board—think bruschetta, Sardinian cheese, pasta—and sip Vermentino wine as you drift between islands. Expect laughter, new friends, maybe even a nap in the sun as you watch colors shift across the sea.
Alghero: Wine & Olive Oil Tasting in Porto Conte ReserveYou taste five wines paired with three kinds of pecorino and sausage, then finish with extra virgin olive oil, all in a one-hour guided session at a small winery inside a nature reserve. The guide walks you through Sardinian grape varieties and the farm's history before the tasting starts. You'll need your own transport to reach it, and it's designed for visitors 16 and up who want to learn, not just drink.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste wines and olive oil in the place they're made, with someone who knows the land and can explain what you're tasting—the small group size and technical approach mean you'll learn something, not just pass through.
Costa Smeralda Boat Tour: Hybrid Boat, Swim Stops & AperitifYou board a hybrid boat at Palau's Tourist Port and spend a half-day sailing the Costa Smeralda with a skipper and up to eleven other people. You swim at two beaches — Grande Pevero and Liscia Ruja — pass Bear Rock and Cala di Volpe, and return with a Sardinian aperitif on board. The quiet engine and small group size mean you're not competing for space or fighting engine noise the whole time.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Costa Smeralda sights and two proper swim stops in a half-day without arranging your own boat or timing — the hybrid engine and small group size are what make the difference between a crowded afternoon and a quiet one.
Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Golfo AranciYou’ll watch wild dolphins near Figarolo Island in Sardinia with a small group and local guide, then swim and snorkel in clear blue coves like Cala Greca. Snacks and drinks are served on board after your swim — expect laughter, salty air, and moments you’ll remember long after you dry off.
La Maddalena Sailing Tour: Swim, Snorkel & Sardinian LunchYou’ll sail from Cannigione through La Maddalena’s wildest coves with an expert skipper, swimming at Spargi’s clear beaches and pausing by Budelli’s pink sands before sharing Sardinian lunch and local wine on board. Expect laughter, sun-warmed decks, and moments where time slows down—you might find yourself missing it long after you’re home.
Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling from Olbia: Figarolo IslandA dolphin-watching boat excursion from Olbia that departs Marina and sails to Figarolo Island, Cape Figari and Cala Moresca, with two snorkelling stops, a naturalist guide specialising in marine biology, and snacks and drinks on board. The boat holds a maximum of 8 people, and the skipper has 20 years of experience. Sighting probability is about 80%.Is it for me?The small group size (maximum 8) and fixed itinerary with two snorkelling stops mean you're not competing for space or time in the water — the pace is built around actually exploring the underwater life, not rushing through it. Book this one if you want to watch dolphins from a boat without the crowds and then spend real time underwater at two separate sites.
La Maddalena Sailing Tour: Swim, Island Lunch & SnorkelingYou’ll sail from Palau through La Maddalena’s wild blue waters with a small group and local captain—swimming at Cala di Santa Maria, walking Budelli’s pink beach, sharing homemade snacks and Sardinian lunch on deck with wine and laughter. Expect salty hair, sun-warmed skin, and those quiet moments that stay long after you’re back on land.
Cagliari Boat Tour: Gozzo with Swimming & Sardinian AperitifYou’ll drift along Cagliari’s coast on an elegant gozzo boat with only a handful of fellow travelers, stopping for swims in crystal water while your local guide shares stories and pours Sardinian wine. Expect laughter over aperitivo snacks, music drifting across the deck, and time to soak up sun or shade—plus snorkeling gear included for underwater exploring.Is it for me?Spend your day swimming and snorkeling from an elegant gozzo with everything you need onboard—shower, shade, and a Sardinian aperitif—so you can focus on the water instead of logistics.
Gorropu Canyon Sardinia Guided Hike 7km Europe's Deepest CanyonSu Gorropu canyon guided hike in Sardinia is a 7-kilometer trek through towering limestone cliffs, ancient holm oak forests, and a river gorge carved 500 meters deep. The tour includes a local guide fluent in English, Italian or French; hotel pickup and drop-off; and a driver who takes you off-road to the trailhead near Orosei. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the full day runs 8 hours, with 4.5 hours of active hiking.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide who knows the canyon's geology, legends and wildlife rather than hiking it alone—the local expertise turns the walk into a story about Sardinia itself, and the shared transfer means you don't need a rental car to reach the trailhead.
Sardinia: Sunset Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Proratora StopYou’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.
Cagliari Boat Tour: Swim Stops, Snorkeling & AperitifYou’ll sail Cagliari’s Gulf of Angels with a local skipper, stopping for swims beneath limestone cliffs and snorkeling in clear coves like Cala Fighera. Taste Sardinian snacks on deck as you pass landmarks like Devil’s Saddle and Poetto Beach. Feel sun-warmed wood underfoot and salt spray on your skin—a day that lingers long after you’re back on shore.
Sardinia Sailing: Tavolara & Molara with Lunch & SnorkelingYou board at San Teodoro port at 9:45 and spend the next seven to eight hours sailing between Tavolara and Molara islands, swimming in protected bays with turquoise water and white sand. Lunch and snorkeling gear are included, along with wine, beer, and local Sardinian aperitifs. The boat holds a maximum of ten people, which keeps the day feeling unhurried rather than crowded. You return around 5:30pm.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water without the rush of a speedboat tour — the sailing pace and small group size (max 10 people) mean you actually have time to swim, eat, and look for dolphins without feeling herded between stops.
La Maddalena Archipelago: Boat Trip & Island SwimmingYou board at La Maddalena port and spend the day moving between four island beaches: Santa Maria and Spargi for swimming and sunbathing, with panoramic views of Rosa beach and Cala Corsara, plus a final swim stop at Budelli's natural pools. A multilingual guide narrates the route, and the boat includes a restroom. You're back by evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in or near La Maddalena who want to see multiple islands and beaches in one outing without arranging their own boat. The full-day pace is what makes reaching all four stops possible, and the multilingual guide means you understand what you're seeing as you move between them.
Catamaran sailing Alghero: Swimming & snorkeling small groupsA 6.5-hour catamaran sailing tour from Alghero visits Porto Conte and Capocaccia park with multiple stops for swimming and snorkeling in small groups of no more than 12 passengers. The boat carries snorkeling equipment and SUP boards, and lunch with local Sardinian products and wine is prepared on board by the skipper. A live guide speaks English and Italian.Is it for me?Spend your afternoon sailing between Alghero's most beautiful coves with everything arranged—boat, guide, lunch and swimming stops—leaving you free to relax on a spacious catamaran with plenty of shade and room to move.
Cagliari Boat Tour: Devil’s Saddle, Snorkeling & Wine TastingYou’ll ride from Poetto beach on a maxi rib boat with a local skipper, stopping to swim and snorkel in three hidden coves near Cagliari—including under Devil’s Saddle. Homemade white wine is poured between swims, with snorkeling gear provided at no extra cost. It’s salty air, laughter, and wild coastline—leaving you with that lingering feeling only Sardinia gives.
Alghero: Sardinian Pasta Cooking Class & Farmhouse DinnerYou’ll join a small group at a real Sardinian farmhouse near Alghero for a hands-on pasta cooking class led by a local chef. Make fresh pasta from scratch, enjoy an aperitif with local cheeses and meats, then share your meal over generous pours of house wine. Leave with new recipes—and maybe even new friends.
Su Nuraxi Barumini tour from Cagliari: 3500-year-old nuragheSu Nuraxi in Barumini is a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site built around 1500 BC, featuring five interconnected defensive towers and a Nuragic village with huts, grain mills, ovens and water tanks. A guide picks you up at your Cagliari hotel, drives you 45 minutes to the site, walks you through the complex including the central tower (originally 20 metres high) and the surrounding village structures, then returns you to Cagliari. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours and includes transport, entrance ticket and live commentary; groups stay under 8 people, and the route involves uneven ground, narrow corridors and stairs.Is it for me?Choose this if you're based in Cagliari and prefer a guide-led drive to the site over navigating there yourself, plus want time to linger in the tower spaces and village without rushing through.
