The 15 Best Boat Tours in Sardinia

1.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59Our pick

Spend 6 to 7 hours cruising La Maddalena with guides such as Claudia, who explains the islands in several languages. Swim at Budelli, relax at Santa Maria and Cala Granara, see Spiaggia Rosa from the boat, and browse La Maddalena. Food is available onboard, but bring cash or your own lunch.

“Beautiful tour thru the islands in the archipelago of Maddalena! And the highlight of the whole experience was our guide (Claudia)! Thanks for a fun day with so much information and nicest sightseeing!”

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2.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Set out from the Cannigione area at 9:30 a.m. for an eight-hour catamaran trip around Caprera, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. With room for only 12 people, the day includes swimming, snorkeling, a cooked lunch, Sardinian wine, beer, myrtle liqueur, and a crew led by skippers such as Luca, Barbara, Francesco, and Alberto.

“Our whole trip was filled with fun & laughs with Barbara & Luca together with an amazing experience on Sardinia waters. The food & drinks were endless & so generous we would highly recommend.”

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3.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 952 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Set out from Palau at 9:30 a.m. for a 7 to 8 hour sailing day around La Maddalena and Spargi. The crew may include skippers such as Giuseppe, Simone, Claudia, Alberto, or Massimiliano. Expect swimming stops, snorkeling, Sardinian snacks, fish pasta, Vermentino, and views of the protected Pink Beach from the water.

“very nice crew, Max the skipper speaks a perfect french very kind trip, beautiful beaches, good food and drinks +++++”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Set sail from Porto Rafael near Palau at 9:30 am for a 7 to 8-hour catamaran trip through the Maddalena Archipelago. You’ll swim at Spargi, view Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, visit Porto della Madonna, and enjoy fish-based Sardinian cooking, wine, beer, coffee, and liqueur. Crews may include Alberto, Alex, Roberto, or other SST team members.

“If you are planning to do any excursions in Sardinia this needs to be at the top of your list! The crew was outstanding…..so helpful and friendly. The sites were beautiful and swimming and jumping off the catamaran was so much fun! The day flew by. One of the best experiences I have ever done”

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5.Boat trip La Maddalena Archipelago – Departure from Palau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 499 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $63

From Palau, you’ll spend about seven hours exploring Budelli, Spargi, Santa Maria, Cala Corsara, and La Maddalena. Claudia’s commentary is given in four languages, while the crew manages beach stops, boat swimming, and a final town visit. Bring food, arrive early for parking, and expect a large boat with up to 170 people.

“The 7 h trip was really amazing and worth to recommend in 100%. The staff is friendly, profesional and above all the journey through La Maddalena and other islands is not only entertaining but also relaxing. There are quite long stops on must- seen and been points which let you to relax before futher journey. Incredible experience of getting so much in such short time.”

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6.2-Catamaran tour from Cannigione to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 446 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Sail from the Cannigione area aboard a catamaran limited to 12 people, with Captain Alberto, Alessio, Valerio, or another crew team. Swim at Spargi, see Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, and spend time in the clear waters of Porto della Madonna. Lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and a bathroom are included.

“We had a really good time: Alberto and Valerio made lots of efforts to be sure that we had a great day, the landscapes were stunning with beautiful blue water, and the boat was comfortable. All of this participated to a friendly atmosphere on Miguel, the catamaran.”

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7.3-Catamaran from Cannigione to the islands of the Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Spend about eight hours aboard a small catamaran from Cannigione with a maximum of 12 people. Swim near Spargi, photograph Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, and explore the clear waters of Porto della Madonna, with lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and crew such as Francesco, Lorenzo, or Valerio.

“It was an amazing day! Francesco and Lorenzo were amazing, they cooked delicious food for us, provided us with a lot of prosecco, personal DJ sets and last but not least unbelievable views. We had 3 stops for swimming, but Piscine di Budelli was my favorite, true heaven on earth.”

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8.La Maddalena Archipelago Comfort Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 316 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $67

From Palau, this seven-hour Delfino Tours cruise visits Spargi, Santa Maria, Budelli, and La Maddalena. You get beach time, views of Pink Beach, a swim when weather allows, and about an hour to explore La Maddalena town. The boat carries up to 80 people but is operated below half capacity, with a bar serving drinks and optional lunch.

“Organized tour. Enjoyed the stops. Maybe would have preferred a little less time in Santa Maria and more time in the final stop. Very nicely organized tour.”

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9.Tour of the Archipelago of La Maddalena ecofriendly

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 293 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $66

Join Virginia Boat Excursions from Cannigione for a 7 to 8 hour shared yacht trip through La Maddalena National Park. You will swim at Spargi and Porto della Madonna, view Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, and walk around La Maddalena town. Multilingual app commentary, freshwater showers, and optional small-boat trips are included in the plan, but food, earphones, and add-on excursions cost extra.

“Yatch molto bello e comodo, fresco giovanile, pedana comoda e in oui ci sono le docce che ti salvano dalla salsedine Gommone per minitour ottimo”

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10.Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Spend about seven hours sailing around La Maddalena, Budelli, Spargi, Santa Maria, Santo Stefano, and Caprera. Swim, snorkel, use the SUP board, and enjoy aperitivi, Sardinian food, pasta, wine, beer, and coffee onboard. The sailing boat carries up to 14 people, with pickup arranged from La Maddalena or Palau.

“What an experience! A must try Amazing group of people, amazing professional guides who made the trip a 100 times more fun ❤️”

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11.Luxury Catamaran in the Maddalena Archipelago from PALAU

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $143

Spend about seven and a half hours aboard a small catamaran from Palau, visiting Spargi, Santa Maria, and the Maddalena Archipelago’s famous natural pools. The crew serves a Sardinian brunch with Vermentino, beer, soft drinks, snacks, and coffee. Expect up to 12 people, a 9:30 am start, and weather-dependent stops.

“was beautiful... a really well organized experience.... quality food and wine... beautiful placesAuto-translated”

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12.Daily 4 stop – boat excursion La Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 197 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set out from Palau aboard Motonave Lady Luna 3 for a full-day cruise through the La Maddalena Archipelago. You’ll see Punta Sardegna, Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, Santa Maria, Spargi, Santo Stefano, and La Maddalena town, with time to swim, eat lunch aboard, and explore ashore. The boat can carry up to 150 people.

“The trip was very well organized! The crew was very friendly and always available in case you needed something. The lunch meal was also amazing! I would certainly do it again.”

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13.Daily sailing trip in the La Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about seven hours sailing from Palau through the La Maddalena Archipelago with a crew such as Dimitri, Fabio, Edi, or Enzo. Expect three stops shaped by weather and crowds, two beach visits by dinghy, one swim from the boat, onboard lunch and refreshments, and a maximum of 12 people.

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14.Private Boat Tour of the Archipelago of La Maddalena West Side

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours with captain Carlo exploring the western La Maddalena archipelago from Palau. Your private group of up to six visits Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria, with time for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and a prepared lunch with drinks. Carlo adjusts the route to the wind and speaks excellent English.

“This was our whole group’s favorite day in Sardegna. The water and beaches are perfect and Carlo was an excellent host. I can’t imagine visiting Sardegna and not seeing this part of the island and its beauty. I highly recommend this.”

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15.Tavolara San Teodoro’s 5 Island and Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Set out from La Cinta Beach on a small boat for six and a half hours of swimming, snorkeling, caves, beaches, and island views. Andrea or Fabrizio may skipper the route, with stops at Cala Brandinchi, Molara, Tavolara, Cala Girgolu, and Capo Coda Cavallo. Bring lunch, towels, sunscreen, and ID.

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