Snorkeling in Olbia: Sailing catamaran with lunch and equipment

Nine to ten hours on the water with the gear and the freedom to choose what you do at each stop

A day-long sailing catamaran trip from Olbia, Sardinia, where you snorkel, swim and paddle in the Gulf of Olbia and surrounding bays. The boat leaves the old city harbor, passes Isola Bocca and its lighthouse, then sails toward anchorages where snorkeling equipment, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are available. Lunch is served on board once anchored. Suitable for all fitness levels. Children welcome from age five.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sailing and activities in Sardinia bay

• Start trip from Olbia harbor
• Sail past La Isola Bocca lighthouse
• Option to start from Golfo Aranci
• Sail past Isola Tavolara island
• Pass Isola Di Molara island
• Stop at Capo Coda Cavallo for swim and lunch
• Enjoy stand-up paddle, kayak, or snorkeling
• Relax on board during return trip

The experience

The trip starts from Olbia's old city harbor, following the ferry docks and mussel farms before passing the lighthouse at Isola Bocca. Once the Gulf of Olbia opens up, the sails go out. Depending on wind and conditions, the route heads toward Golfo Di Marinella or south past Isola Tavolara (a six-kilometer-long island known as the smallest kingdom in the world), and Isola Di Molara, which was inhabited from ancient times through the twentieth century. The catamaran's design gives you real choices about where to sit: the trampoline nets offer space to stretch out, the flybridge puts you near the skipper, or the cockpit gives you a view of the wake.

At the anchorage (typically Capo Coda Cavallo with its long white sandy beaches). You decide what the day holds. Snorkeling equipment, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are all available. You can swim, paddle out, explore underwater, or stay on board in the sun or shade. Lunch is Sardinian and served once the anchor is down, so you eat when the boat has stopped for the day.

The return journey doesn't rush. The operator notes they don't watch the clock closely on the way back. A live guide speaks English, Italian, French or German throughout the day.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• stand-up paddle boards.
• kayaks.
• lunch served on board.
• use of the catamaran's deck space and seating areas.
• a live guide in English, Italian, French or German.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 16 Jun 2027

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish, French, German 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 effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Ulrich Tralles

Is this one for you?The guide speaks your language, so commentary and safety instructions are clear whether you're new to snorkeling or experienced. The catamaran's size and layout mean you're never crowded. You can sit with the skipper, relax on the nets, or stay active with the water gear, all on the same day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I snorkel if I've never done it before?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and the anchorage at Capo Coda Cavallo is an ideal shallow spot for it. The trip is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so beginners are welcome. The guide can offer guidance in your language.

What is Isola Tavolara and why do people visit it?

Isola Tavolara is a six-kilometer-long island known as the smallest kingdom in the world, rising 560 meters high. It's popular with climbing enthusiasts, though the catamaran passes it rather than landing there. The stop focuses on the anchorages where you can swim and snorkel.

Is lunch included, and what will we eat?

Lunch is included and served on board once the anchor is down. The meal is typically Sardinian, so you eat local food while anchored in the bay.

Can I bring my five-year-old on this trip?

Children are welcome from age five. The catamaran has generous space, and activities like swimming and paddling can be adapted. Check with the operator about supervision and comfort for younger children in the water.

What happens if the wind doesn't cooperate?

The route adjusts based on wind conditions. If sailing to Golfo Di Marinella isn't pleasant, the catamaran sails south past Isola Tavolara instead. Either way, you reach an anchorage where snorkeling and swimming are possible.