Explore La Maddalena Archipelago on a boat trip from Palau or La Maddalena, accompanied by a local multilingual guide. Benefit from plenty of options for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 6 - 7 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Italian, Spanish
Experience
2 starting location options:
Palau, La Maddalena
Santa Maria, Maddalena Archipelago
Budelli
Spargi
La Maddalena
Free time, Shopping
2 drop-off locations:
La Maddalena, Palau
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Learn about La Maddalena Archipelago from a multilingual local guide
- Discover the islands of Budelli, Spargi, and Santa Maria with beach stops
- Explore the historic center of La Maddalena at your own pace with option to shop
- Swim and snorkel in emerald waters and natural pools or sun on sandy beaches
Start your trip at Palau or La Maddalena port, where the crew will meet you and make sure you get comfortable on board. Choose from a variety of drinks and food available for purchase as you enjoy the sea breeze.
Take a swim during the first stop at Santa Maria island, known for its turquoise waters. Stop at Budelli to lie on the sand or swim in the natural pools.
Once back to the boat, admire the Spiaggia Rosa and its unique pink sand. Visit Spargi to discover its white sandy beaches, rocky coasts, and turquoise waters. Go snorkeling in calm waters or lounge on the beach of Cala Granara. Along the way, see the Island of Santo Stefano, Caprera, and the Bear Rock of Palau from the boat. Listen to a multilingual explanation from your expert guide about the history of the archipelago. If you departed from Palau, have 1 hour of free time to shop for souvenirs or Vermentino wine in traditional Sardinian shops. Take a walk around the charming town. Admire the port of Cala Gavetta and the picturesque church of Santa Maria Maddalena before you get dropped off at Palau. If your journey started at La Maddalena, end your trip here.
- Transportation by boat
- Passenger insurance
- Multilingual guide on board
- Landing tax to be paid upon arrival in cash (2.50€ - 5.00€)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase onboard, cash only)
- Guided tour in La Maddalena
- Wheelchair users
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Participants
Date
Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.
What to bring
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Cash
- Snorkeling gear
Not allowed
- Oversize luggage
Know before you go
- You can bring your own packed lunch or buy food or drinks on board the boat
- The tour may be subject to delay or change of route in the event of adverse weather conditions or changes in regulation
- Spaggia Rosa can be seen from the boat
- Landing tax is 5.00€ from June to August and 2.50€ in May, September, and October (children from 0 to 6 years do not pay)
- People departing from La Maddalena do not pay the landing tax since they will have already done so upon arrival at the island