Asinara Park Fishing Boat Tour from Stintino
Cast off from Stintino and spend a full day fishing, swimming, and dining inside one of Sardinia's most protected marine parks.
This Asinara Park fishing boat tour offers a rare opportunity to spend a full day aboard a working fishing vessel, guided by local fishermen who share the traditional techniques of the trade inside a protected national park.
Departing from Stintino Marina, the journey takes you into the crystalline waters surrounding Asinara Island, where nets and creels are hauled in and the day's fresh catch becomes the centerpiece of an on-board lunch. The experience blends hands-on activity with genuine leisure, including swimming stops in secluded coves accessible only by sea.
The boat accommodates up to twelve passengers and is equipped with a sun shade, safety gear, and onboard bathroom facilities, making the full-day itinerary comfortable for most travelers. Local fishermen lead every phase of the outing, from the early morning departure to the return to port in the late afternoon.
Asinara is a former penal colony turned national park, and its coastline remains largely undeveloped, giving the tour an atmosphere of genuine discovery rarely found elsewhere in the Mediterranean.
Tour Highlights
Swimming stops in secluded Asinara coves including Cala Scalpellini, Porto del Bianco, and Marcuzza.
Hands-on demonstration of net and creel hauling led by experienced local fishermen.
Aperitif and freshly prepared fish lunch served on board using the morning's catch.
Shore stop at Cala Reale, a historic landing point inside the Asinara National Park.
Final swimming stop at the natural pools of Fornelli or off the famous La Pelosa beach area.
Small group of up to 12 passengers aboard a fully equipped and certified motorboat.
Itinerary
Board the motorboat Genni at Stintino Marina and prepare for departure. The crew provides a safety briefing and overview of the day's planned route.
Sail to the designated fishing point where the fishermen haul in nets or creels. Passengers are invited to participate and learn the basics of traditional Sardinian fishing methods.
Anchor in one of Asinara's protected coves, such as Cala Scalpellini, Porto del Bianco, or Marcuzza. Swim in clear, calm water among abundant marine life.
Enjoy an aperitif followed by a fish-based lunch prepared fresh on board. The crew makes a stop ashore at Cala Reale, allowing a short exploration of this historic site within the park.
A last swim is offered at the natural pools of Fornelli or off La Pelosa before the boat heads back to Stintino Marina. Arrival is expected around 17:30.
What's Included and Excluded
Included
- Full-day guided fishing boat tour from Stintino
- Fishing demonstration with nets and creels
- On-board aperitif and freshly prepared fish lunch
- Multiple swimming stops inside Asinara National Park
- Shore stop at Cala Reale
- Safety equipment and life jackets
- English and Italian-speaking local fishermen guides
Not Included
- Transport to and from Stintino Marina
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal snorkeling equipment
- Gratuities
- Any items of a personal nature
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot on the Asinara Fishing Boat Tour
Places on board are limited to 12 passengers. Secure your seat today and experience Asinara National Park from the deck of an authentic Sardinian fishing vessel.
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