The 10 Best Tours in La Maddalena, Sardinia

August 11, 2021 Terina Blouin

Napoleon tried to occupy La Maddalena, and who could blame him? The largest town on the largest island of the Maddalena Archipelago, La Maddalena is renowned for its beautiful beaches and its national park. Hire a private boat to explore the surrounding uninhabited islands, or just relax on the café au lait sands of Spalmatore Beach.
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1. Sailboat daily cruise in Sardinia: Maddalena Archipelago and Costa Smeralda

Via Fonte Vecchia, 5, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Sardinia Sailing Tour
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This daylong sailing & aquatic adventure begins when you're arrived in our dock on Marina di Porto Rafael, Punta Sardegna. Board at 9.30 on one of ours wonderful sailing boats . With a small group of no more than 12 people, sail along the Archipelago of La Maddalena , about few minutes of sailing navigation you admire the pristine waters of Spargi , beautiful views, and the best transparent and turquoise waters of the Mediterannean sea Learn about sailing techniques from the skipper and hear about " Bocche di Bonifacio" wind and currents. You can even assist the captain with some sailing maneuvers and steer the boat for a short time.You can swim and make snorkelling in incredible clear turquoise waters. Spend an hour on a wonderful  white beach. Back on board, refresh yourself with a snack and a plats of spaghetti of the sardinia tipical regional cuisine, soft drinks, bottled water, beer and a bottle of Wine ( 1 for 2 person )  . Return to the marina at 5.30 pm.

Inclusions: 7-hour sailing cruise, Lunch, Bottled water, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By ScottW177

Wow. What an experience. We booked through our hotel on recommendation from the manager - the trip didn’t disappoint. Very Quick Summary - Book this tour. Knowledgable, friendly and hospitable guides who were adhering to COVID-19 guidelines and made the truly amazing. Longer summary: The captain Alessandro spoke great English and communicated to us the day before (via WhatsApp) to make sure we would get to the Port all OK. As a matter of fact, the assistant sailor (name I can’t remember) was fantastic and met us at a roundabout near to the port as the main road was closed nearby. Upon making our way to the port, we were greeted by the captain, had a health and safety briefing and were on our way. A midday aperitivo (traditional Sardinian snacks and refreshments) followed by a stop of at the most magnificent bay, was followed by a cool off and jump off into the sea. We then went to some fantastic islands (names I can’t remember) which included some more swimming and a boat trip to visit the most amazing beaches I’ve ever seen! Once complete, we had an amazing pasta lunch accompanied by wine beer and soft drinks. On the way back, we got to see the catamaran move via sail, an amazing experience. Thanks Alessandro and team. Scott & Sara :)

2. La Maddalena & Caprera Island - SARDINIA - ITALY

Fortieventi
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

You cannot leave the Island of Sardinia without visiting La Maddalena! One of the Most Enchanting Island of Mediterranean Sea! A great mix of History, Panorama and RelaIx! This tour is one of the "Top Things to Visit In Sardinia - Italy! This is a different way to explore and get in touch with the local people. This shore excursion start from Olbia to La Maddalena, pick up also available also from surrounding areas.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Ferry Tickets, Free Water - Free Wi-fi

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Reviewed By G2953XBlaurag

I was scheduled to take a tour with Fortieventi through TripAdvisor in Sep 2020. A misunderstanding on my part and double booking was caught by Luca and he personally ensured I got everything straightened out prior to arriving in Sardinia. Extremely helpful prior to even departing my home station. He was very communicative upon my arrival and picked me up at my hotel. We were supposed to have 3 people on the tour, but there was an issue with the other couple and it wound up being only Luca and myself for the day. He was a PHENOMENAL tour guide!! He had the go-to places in Costa Smeralda, Porto Cervo, etc., but adjusted the day given my preferences and desires. Incredibly knowledgeable about Sardinia, history, wines, churches, food, etc. After 7 hours and 1,000 questions, the day ended with a door to door delivery back to my hotel. It was an absolute pleasure to spend the day learning about Sardinia through his eyes and experience. HIGHLY suggest Fortieventi for any and all Sardinia-related tours!! If I could give 10 stars, I would!! Thank you, Luca, for a very memorable day!

3. private tour la maddalena archipelago inflatable boat rental with skipper included

Porto di Palau, Banchina commerciale, 07020 Palau SS, Italy EMERALD CRUISES FREEDOM di D.A.d.S.
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the tour is customizable, timetables, boarding ports, stops for swimming, accessories and on-board comforts, the complete and perfect solution to enjoy our beautiful archipelago in total freedom. Together we will find the best solution, it will be a beautiful memory. discovering the best corners as exclusive as possible, far from the chaotic masses, wonderful emerald and turquoise coves are just waiting for you to bathe or lie in the sun, or in the shade, perhaps with a book and a good cool drink, or listening to relaxing music. you will have no thoughts. you will be pampered from start to finish. Come and spend the most beautiful day of your holiday here in the archipelago of La Maddalena in Sardinia. at each rental our boat is disinfected and cleaned to guarantee the highest standard of hygiene and safety for us and our guests. our cancellation policy is flexible. ask for more info.

Inclusions: new full face mask, soft drink bar included (water Coca Cola beer the fruit juices), welcome drink with a bottle of prosecco and ice, insurance and skipper included, Beach towels, national park entrance authorization

Exclusions: Gratuities, fuel calculated at the end of the service, champagne or special wines, request at least 24 hours before cost apart from the price list on board, Aperitif and light lunch: to be indicated if you want based on land or sea products. allergies or intolerances must be reported in advance of 24 hours minimum cost apart from asking for info.

Reviewed By hancockmatt

I got in touch with Emerald Cruises several months ago, as I wanted to a unique, special way to propose when I got to Sardinia. Although I’d initially emailed several companies, Emerald stood out as they seemed to truly care and I felt like I could trust them. Daniele got in touch with ideas, detailed plans and remained in constant communication. He put a plan together which was specifically for me and exactly what I wanted for my proposal. When we arrived in Sardinia, he and his assistant greeted us at the dock and helped us on board. The boat was beautiful. He played the songs that I’d chosen and took us to a remote beach, as I wanted to be somewhere away from people. The beach was perfect, empty and he had set up a picnic blanket, ready for when he brought us our drinks. After the proposal, I said that I’d wanted to see the sunset. They drove the boat so that we were facing west (so we had the perfect view) and prepared dinner for us, which was incredibly well presented and tasted amazing. Later on, he drove us back and dropped us outside of our hotel. Not once did I feel rushed or like I was being a pain, even though I was! I wanted everything to be perfect and not only did he never make me feel bad for that, he made it happen. I cannot thank them enough and could not recommend them more.

4. Dinghy excursion in the archipelago of La Maddalena.

Via Angolo Azzurro, 12, 07020 Porto Pollo SS, Italy Pollo Diving
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Snorkeling excursion with 2 expert guides among the wonderful islands of the Maddalena archipelago and its crystalline beaches. We carry out our excursions with a spacious 8 mt 200CV inflatable boat approved for 16 people but we limit the number of participants to 12 to have more space on board.

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment

Reviewed By johannes-hammacher

My girlfriend and me did our PADI Open Water Diver with Pollo Diving and it was the best decision we could have made. As we were visiting Sardinia in September when the season was already over we contated Stefano to ask for the possibility to finally do our Open Water Diver. He was super friendly and even proposed to stay open one more week, just so we could do our course! From the beginning everything was super relaxed and professional. Our instructor Davide was an absolute professional who took his time explaining all the necessary theories and just made learning fun! Also underwater he took us by the hand and made sure we got everything right. We alsways felt very well looked after and could therefor relax and concentrate on learning the basics underwater. After our confined water training we went out to the La Madalena archipelago for our open water dives. The dive sites were absolutely stunning and Davide showed us the amazing underwater fauna, including barracudas, octopus, sea snails and more. Also on a personal level it was all perfect as after the excersises we would sit together and talk about travelling and diving - it really felt like spending some days with friends! All in all, we can only recommend diving with the Pollo Diving crew, you won't regret it!

5. Private Catamaran Tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

YACHT CLUB PUNTA SARDEGNA, via Case Sparse, Località Punta Sardegna, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Sardinia Sailing Tour
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The most exclusive and close to nature way to fully enjoy the beauty of Sardinia and these islands is undoubtedly aboard a luxurious and exclusive catamaran or elegant and comfortable sailing boats, which will allow you to visit the bays and beaches. more beautiful than this true paradise at sea. You will be enchanted by the crystal clear water of the incredibly turquoise bays, the most beautiful in the world, which will surprise you with the contrast with the white beaches of the islands of the Maddalena Archipelago. You can swim and snorkel with the equipment that will be provided on board. The tour starts in the morning around 9.30 and ends in the afternoon around 17.30. During the day you will visit several islands and beaches, and a typical aperitif based on typical Sardinian products will be served on board, followed by a cooked lunch on board, based on fish of the characteristic Sardinian cuisine (no-fish or vegetarian option available on demand)

Inclusions: typical aperitif based on typical Sardinian products, lunch based on fish from the characteristic Sardinian cuisine. Included are wine, beer, fruit, Sardinian sweets and typical myrtle liqueur, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Private transportation

Reviewed By ScottW177

Wow. What an experience. We booked through our hotel on recommendation from the manager - the trip didn’t disappoint. Very Quick Summary - Book this tour. Knowledgable, friendly and hospitable guides who were adhering to COVID-19 guidelines and made the truly amazing. Longer summary: The captain Alessandro spoke great English and communicated to us the day before (via WhatsApp) to make sure we would get to the Port all OK. As a matter of fact, the assistant sailor (name I can’t remember) was fantastic and met us at a roundabout near to the port as the main road was closed nearby. Upon making our way to the port, we were greeted by the captain, had a health and safety briefing and were on our way. A midday aperitivo (traditional Sardinian snacks and refreshments) followed by a stop of at the most magnificent bay, was followed by a cool off and jump off into the sea. We then went to some fantastic islands (names I can’t remember) which included some more swimming and a boat trip to visit the most amazing beaches I’ve ever seen! Once complete, we had an amazing pasta lunch accompanied by wine beer and soft drinks. On the way back, we got to see the catamaran move via sail, an amazing experience. Thanks Alessandro and team. Scott & Sara :)

6. Private tour on sailing boat Maddalena Archipelago

Via Fonte Vecchia, 10, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Sardinia Sailing Tour
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A private tour on a sailing boat in absolute safety, The most exclusive and close to nature way to fully enjoy the beauty of Sardinia and these islands is undoubtedly aboard luxurious and exclusive sailing boats, which will allow you to visit the the most beautiful bays and beaches of this true paradise at sea. You will be enchanted by the crystal clear water of the incredibly turquoise bays, the most beautiful in the world, which will surprise you with the contrast with the white beaches of the islands of the Maddalena Archipelago. You can swim and snorkel. The tour starts in the morning around 9.45 am and ends in the afternoon around 5.30 pm. During the day you will visit several islands and beaches, and a typical aperitif based on typical Sardinian products will be served on board, followed by lunch, cooked on board, based on fish of the characteristic Sardinian cuisine. Navigation is carried out in compliance with ministerial security protocols.

Inclusions: aperitif based on typical Sardinian products, lunch, cooked on board, based on fish from the characteristic Sardinian cuisine Including wine, beer, fruit, Sardinian sweets and myrtle (no-fish on demand), Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Coffee and/or Tea

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Reviewed By ScottW177

Wow. What an experience. We booked through our hotel on recommendation from the manager - the trip didn’t disappoint. Very Quick Summary - Book this tour. Knowledgable, friendly and hospitable guides who were adhering to COVID-19 guidelines and made the truly amazing. Longer summary: The captain Alessandro spoke great English and communicated to us the day before (via WhatsApp) to make sure we would get to the Port all OK. As a matter of fact, the assistant sailor (name I can’t remember) was fantastic and met us at a roundabout near to the port as the main road was closed nearby. Upon making our way to the port, we were greeted by the captain, had a health and safety briefing and were on our way. A midday aperitivo (traditional Sardinian snacks and refreshments) followed by a stop of at the most magnificent bay, was followed by a cool off and jump off into the sea. We then went to some fantastic islands (names I can’t remember) which included some more swimming and a boat trip to visit the most amazing beaches I’ve ever seen! Once complete, we had an amazing pasta lunch accompanied by wine beer and soft drinks. On the way back, we got to see the catamaran move via sail, an amazing experience. Thanks Alessandro and team. Scott & Sara :)

7. Snorkeling Day from Palau

Via Fonte Vecchia, 78, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Morama Cruising
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Come and practice snorkeling in the waters of the La Maddalena Archipelago in my beautiful motor boat, to discover the marvelous coasts of Sardinia in the company of your family or your friends! The boat is 13 meters long and can accommodate up to a maximum of 9 people, plus two crew members on board. The Primatist 42 has a very large bow sundeck with cushions, a large and comfortable aft cockpit sheltered by an awning with a large table where you can eat outside and comfortable side sofas. In addition, it has a large aft platform with ladder to facilitate ascent from the water. The price of the snorkeling day includes fuel costs, and on board you will be offered a tasty fish-based lunch by the crew.  During the tour you will make three / four stops where you can discover the wonders of the seabeds of the most beautiful coves in Europe.

Inclusions: Lunch, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Fuel surcharge

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Reviewed By charlottewatkins1988

My boyfriend and I joined Riccardo and Eleanora for a snorkelling trip. Weather started off slightly cloudy but when the sun came out the colours of the sea were amazing. Snorkels and flippers were provided and we saw loads of fish. Lunch was great. And we were offered snacks and drinks all throughout the day. We stopped off at incredible beaches and quieter places for swimming away from the crowds. We were so happy to have gone on this particular trip and would 100% recommend!!

8. Archipelago of La Maddalena private excursion with the Rocca Corsican motor yacht

Porto di Palau, Piazza del Molo, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Motor Yacht Rocca Corsa
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The Rocca Corsa motor yacht From the idea of four young people who live and work with different passions but linked to the sea, in the Maddalenino archipelago, the idea of offering the many tourists a different but never the same boat cruise was born. Without a pre-established itinerary but agreed together with our guests for most of the time and depending on the wind conditions; a unique service, on a new, large and comfortable boat, suitable for families or groups of young people looking for adventure and relaxation. The Rocca Corsa boat is a French lookout in iroko wood completely renovated in 2018 and equipped with all the comforts and safety standards and the prestigious CE mark. The boat carries groups of up to 12 passes. We operate under an OCCASIONAL RENTAL regime in the archipelago of La Maddalena with itineraries on request. It is possible to take boat excursions by dedicating a whole day to discovering the beauties of Caprera if you have already seen the other islands ...

Inclusions: small aperitif in the morning, Lunch: pasta with gemberoni, bread, wine, water and coffee, afternoon snack with fruit juices and cakes, Fuel surcharge, Tax on goods and services, Unlimited water

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Reviewed By jcvp2020

Amazing place Crew very helpful and pleasant Food was great- another 5* for the crew Finally, a great day out and you get your money’s worth 5*

9. Piranha Center SUP excursion or canoe

Unnamed Road, 07028 Santa Teresa di Gallura SS, Italy PIRANHA CENTER
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The beauty of the places of Santa Teresa Gallura is known and living them on the sea with a canoe is superb, beaching on the enchanting islets is truly unique.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Short neoprene wetsuit

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Reviewed By 756agaa

Definitely recommend. We had a great trip to La Maddalena Island. Friendly staff. Greetings from Poland

10. 4-stop boat excursion to La Maddalena Archipelago

Porto di Palau, Piazza del Molo, 07020 Palau SS, Italy Motonave Lady Luna 2
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4.7 based on 36 reviews

We will accompany you to a unique place in the world Budelli, Spargi and the other islands of the Maddalena Archipelago. The archipelago of La Maddalena enchants for its intense colors, for its breathtaking transparencies and unspoiled nature, for the numerous white coves hidden in a turquoise and crystalline sea. We have been working with passion in the sector since 1995 and we are known for the superlative stop on the beach in the Piscine di Budelli - port of the Madonna and the stop in La Maddalena; but the archipelago is full of surprises and enchanting places. The itinerary is one of the most beautiful and complete, with 4 shorter or longer stops that will allow you to swim on the beaches, sunbathe in relaxation and admire the unspoiled nature of these islands. We know that to visit these places it would take more time and perhaps more privacy but we have been working for years with passion and commitment trying to keep honest prices and affordable for everyone, in order to delight you with this taste of paradise!

Inclusions: Restroom on board, Gratuities

Exclusions: Landing and facility fees, Bottled water, Lunch

Reviewed By Companion48195433114

Lovely trip. Very nice staff and helpful. All places were amazing. So worth to spent money on. Will do it again and highly recommended.

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