Snorkeling in San Pietro, Sardinia: Boat day with lunch

Seven hours, five snorkeling stops, caves and dolphins along San Pietro's wildest coast

A seven-hour boat snorkeling day around the island of San Pietro in Sardinia, with a live Italian guide, five swimming and snorkeling stops at coves and rock formations, aperitif and lunch prepared from local ingredients, and all snorkeling equipment included. Children from age 5 are welcome. The boat moves slowly between sites, and you choose when to enter the water at each stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with snorkeling and lunch

• Pass Punta Nera beach
• Sail near crystal clear cove
• Photograph rock monolith
• Swim and snorkel at cliffs
• Snorkel and lunch at Le Spine bay
• Pass Capo Sandalo lighthouse
• Explore deep inlet bay
• Swim at La Bobba beach
• Return to starting point

The experience

The boat leaves Carloforte and moves slowly along San Pietro's northern and western coast, passing Punta Nera's dark cliffs, the monolith rock formation, and the high natural theater of cliffs and caves where the seabed fills with fish. You snorkel and swim at five stops: the cove with the island's most beautiful beach, the bay called Le Spine, the deep silent inlet with barren rock walls, and La Bobba beach with its calm sandy seabed. The route often crosses paths with dolphins. Between stops, the boat sails close to the coast so you can see the landscape without leaving your seat.

Snorkeling equipment is provided and ready to use. You bring only a swimsuit and sunscreen. An aperitif waits on board before lunch, which is prepared with typical local ingredients and served during the midday stop at Le Spine. Shade awning covers part of the boat, a restroom is on board, and bottled water is available throughout the day. The guide speaks Italian and narrates the route and the sites as you pass them.

The seven-hour duration leaves the morning or the late afternoon free for other plans in Carloforte or elsewhere on the island. Public transportation options are available near the departure point. Infants sit on an adult's lap. The boat suits all fitness levels, and children from age 5 travel on the tour.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• aperitif and lunch prepared with local ingredients.
• bottled water.
• shade awning.
• on-board restroom.
• live Italian-speaking guide for the full seven hours.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Oct 2027

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 to 75 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideItalian

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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Prices and times updated 18 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Annina II - Escursioni in barca

Is this one for you?The seven-hour day leaves your morning or late afternoon free, so book this if you want a full snorkeling immersion without sacrificing other plans in Carloforte. The slow pace and five separate stops suit anyone who wants to enter and exit the water at their own pace rather than stay in one spot.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 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.

What is the monolith rock formation I see on the itinerary?

The monolith is a natural monument consisting of a single rock rising from the sea near the start of the route. It is an excellent spot for photographs as the boat passes close to the coast.

How many times do we stop to snorkel and swim?

Five stops are planned for snorkeling and swimming: the cove with the island's most beautiful beach, Le Spine bay, the natural theater with high cliffs and caves, the deep silent inlet, and La Bobba beach with its sandy seabed.

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

Snorkeling equipment is included and provided on the boat. You only need to bring a swimsuit and sunscreen.

What happens if we see dolphins during the day?

Dolphins often swim near the boat along this route and sometimes precede it. The guide will point them out and the boat may slow down to watch, but the route and stops remain as planned.

Is lunch included in the price, and what kind of food is served?

Lunch is included and prepared with typical local Sardinian ingredients. It is served during the midday stop at Le Spine bay, and an aperitif is also provided on board before the meal.