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15 Best Things To Do in Sardinia

The tours and day trips worth booking.

The 15 top-rated things to do in Sardinia — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.

15 Best Things To Do in Sardinia

From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Getting On Board: Palau vs La Maddalena Start
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

1.From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

Full-day boat tour from Palau or La Maddalena to Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and Cala Granara for swimming and snorkeling.

Most Popular 4.6

“The entire trip was absolutely wonderful! The service was excellent, the staff were incredibly friendly, and everything was perfectly organized. There was time to sunbathe, swim, and enjoy the beautiful nature. I rate my experience on this boat a solid 10/10 – thank you so much! 🌊☀️”

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1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione - The Food and Drinks: Vermentino, Myrtle Liqueur, and Lunch Cooked at Sea
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1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

2.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

Small-group catamaran tour to Sardinia’s La Maddalena islands with snorkeling, protected coves, and onboard lunch plus Vermentino and myrtle liqueur.

5.0

“Such a beautiful experience! Very glad we booked this special day. The crew on the boat were so nice, the tour was great. A relaxing and fun day. They had a lot of nice snacks and lunch ready for us. There was also a paddleboard and snorkeling equipment. We had such a great time. I…”

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Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago. - Meeting at Piazza del Molo and the 9:30am Reality Check
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Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago - Spargi stop: clear turquoise water and swim-to-the-white-beach feeling
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Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

4.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

Luxury catamaran from Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago with snorkeling, three swim stops, and an all-inclusive lunch with wine.

5.0

“Wonderful crew (Daniele and Giorgia); great itinerary, delicious food (and wine) on board. Would definite recommend it as part of Sardinian experience :)”

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Boat trip La Maddalena Archipelago - Departure from Palau - Key highlights to know before you go
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Boat trip La Maddalena Archipelago – Departure from Palau

2-Catamaran tour from Cannigione to the Maddalena Archipelago - Stop 1: Spargi’s Bays and the Pink Beach Photo Moment by Budelli
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2-Catamaran tour from Cannigione to the Maddalena Archipelago

6.2-Catamaran tour from Cannigione to the Maddalena Archipelago

Sail Sardinia’s Maddalena Archipelago by catamaran from Arzachena for snorkel swims, Pink Beach viewing, and lunch with Vermentino.

5.0

“We loved the day on the catamaran. The beaches which the captain Alessio selected were secluded and not crowded. The views were beautiful, and we could swim and snorkel. This tour is suitable for all - families, couples , singles etc.”

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3-Catamaran from Cannigione to the islands of the Archipelago - Meeting at Arzachena: The Start of a Long, Good Day
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3-Catamaran from Cannigione to the islands of the Archipelago

Cagliari Boat Tour 4 Stops .Possible Sighting of Dolphins - Small Group Pace, English-Friendly Skipper Gianni
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Cagliari Boat Tour 4 Stops .Possible Sighting of Dolphins

9.Cagliari Boat Tour 4 Stops .Possible Sighting of Dolphins

Cagliari boat tour with multiple swimming stops and possible dolphins. Small group, English-speaking skipper, clear water near Poetto.

5.0

“Ganny was super friendly and making the experience very entertainment. The views are amazing and the water is very crystal clear. We definitely do it again!”

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Tavolara Boat Tour and Snorkeling - The ride itself: fast, scenic, and sometimes a bit bumpy
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Tavolara Boat Tour and Snorkeling

10.Tavolara Boat Tour and Snorkeling

Small-group boat tour from Olbia to Tavolara’s protected waters, with multiple snorkeling stops and a Sardinian aperitif on board.

5.0

“Our captain Antonio, brought us to awesome places for snorkeling and scenery. Tavolara is a great monument with a cathedral like cave in which there is a statue of Mary. We were amazed to visit this site. Antonio was charming and fun and a good driver. He also fed us delicious goat cheese and Sardegna…”

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Culurgiones Cooking Class Cagliari - Inside the kitchen: how the culurgiones class starts
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Culurgiones Cooking Class Cagliari

11.Culurgiones Cooking Class Cagliari

Hands-on culurgiones cooking class in Cagliari with local ingredients, wine, cheeses, and myrtle dessert liquor in a small English group.

5.0

“Damiano our host was wonderful. He is friendly and made our cooking experience fun. We made delicious Culurgiones!”

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One day guided boat tour along the Baunei coast. - Getting your bearings in Santa Maria Navarrese (and timing matters)
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One day guided boat tour along the Baunei coast.

12.One day guided boat tour along the Baunei coast.

Full-day Baunei coast cruise with swims at Cala Goloritzè, Cala Mariolu, Cala Gabbiani, plus Grotta del Fico and Piscine di Venere.

4.5

“An amazing way to see the coast and 3 1.5 hour beach stops was the perfect amount of beach time - each was spectacular and unique. The description of the tour on Viator was highly misleading - definitely not an “intimate tour” given it was sold out with 116 passengers on Read more”

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La Maddalena Archipelago Comfort Boat Tour - Stop 1: Spargi’s Granite Coast, Shipwrecks, and Witch Head
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La Maddalena Archipelago Comfort Boat Tour

13.La Maddalena Archipelago Comfort Boat Tour

Comfort boat tour from Palau to Spargi, Santa Maria and Budelli. Swim off anchor, see Pink Beach, then explore La Maddalena.

4.5

“I have to be honest, for the price I had low expectations however everyone went above and beyond! The boat was kept beautifully clean and it was also much newer than lots of the other boats we saw. I would book this tour again and recco”

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Catamaran excursions in the Asinara island National park - Asinara on land: wild donkeys and the former super prison of Stoves
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Catamaran excursions in the Asinara island National park

15.Catamaran excursions in the Asinara island National park

Exclusive eco-catamaran from Stintino to Asinara National Park for guided snorkeling, wildlife rescue center stops, and seafood lunch.

5.0

“An absolute highlight of our trip! Eight hours of Paradise with the most welcoming crew. Fantastic food and drinks, stunning sea views, and to top it all off perfect weather ☀️ You will see so many fishes, you will snorkel, relax and you will even have a lovely walk around Asinara National Park. If you…”

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