SNORKELING
The best of it, mask on.
The 9 most popular sardinia tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
Tavolara boat tour and snorkeling from Olbia: small-group RIB, protected coves, multiple swim stops, and a Sardinian aperitif.
Most Popular“We had a great time! Our captain was so personable and knowledgable. The weather was great and the other passengers, 9 in total were also very friendly.”
Half-day dolphin-spotting cruise from Olbia to Figarolo: snorkeling in crystal waters, snacks and drinks, and great odds to see dolphins.
“Lovely boat ride. Saw Dolphins by the fish farm and also by the island. Lovely waters to swim by Cala Moresca. Titiano was our skip and he was very enthusiastic and kept us informed and entertained.”
Small-group speedboat from Olbia to Golfo Aranci for dolphins and snorkeling, with gear, Sardinian snacks, and expert guides.
“Really enjoyed the snorkeling parts and the friendliness of the tour guide. Well worth doing this trip. The dolphins were confined to the area around a fish farm but still great to see.”
Cagliari Gulf boat tour: 5 stops with snorkeling, SUP time, and a Sardinian aperitif on a wooden gozzo. Small groups.
“We had such a wonderful time. Amazing captain and skipper, but Rebecca went above and beyond to make everyone comfortable. Friendly crew and a great way to see these parts of Sardegna. Highly recommend.”
Half-day snorkeling in Tavolara Marine Protected Area with gear, a snack, and stops at Crisso, Molara, and Punta Spalmatore.
“The whole snorkelling trip was fantastic. From instructor, to driver to places we went to snorkel. Definitely exceeded our expectations.”
4-hour Capo Carbonara boat and snorkeling tour from Villasimius. Two swims with a marine guide, protected wildlife, $60 pp.
“An activity not to be missed on villasimius. We were able to visit several magnificent spots. The instructor was great, very reassuring and passionate about her job. Grazie mille Giulia e Davide. ❤️”
Spot dolphins around Capo Figari, then snorkel at Cala Greca, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo on a small-group Sardinia tour.
“Great experience. We saw several dolphins 🐬. Maia and Franchi were lovely. Franchi speaks very good French and explained us very well. We were a very small group and it was really nice.Auto-translated”
3.5-hour Cagliari gozzo boat tour with 3 swim stops, snorkeling gear, snacks and drinks, plus lighthouse, bays, and Poetto views.
“The views of the coast and stops to swim were lovely. Called a snorkeling tour, you’ll need to bring ur own, none offered on board. The boat is small and seating is minimal, open air so no shade on an hot day. Our Captain was very kind and friendly!”
Seven-hour boat day in San Pietro from Calasetta with snorkelling stops, lunch, and an aperitif for up to 8 in English.
“Magical day out at sea with Luca and Luca. Amazing trip around the beautiful Isola San Pietro with two warm and kind professionals who welcome you on board and really make you feel at home. We engaged the swimming spots and loved the lunch. Thanks for an amazing day.”
