From Santa Teresa di Gallura: Full-Day Motorboat Tour of the La Maddalena Archipelago
Island-hop through turquoise waters, walk the streets of La Maddalena, and witness the legendary Pink Beach of Budelli.
This La Maddalena Archipelago motorboat tour departs from Santa Teresa di Gallura and guides you through one of the most celebrated marine parks in the Mediterranean, combining coastal navigation, beach stops, a town visit, and an on-board lunch into a single seamless day.
The itinerary is designed to balance scenic sailing with meaningful time ashore. You will explore the historic centre of La Maddalena on foot, swim off the white sands of Santa Maria island, and anchor beside the natural pools of Budelli where lunch is served with the sea as your backdrop.
The vessel is a 22-metre motorboat equipped with a lower saloon, bar service, toilets, and an upper deck with open seating, making the journey comfortable for families, couples, and groups of friends regardless of experience at sea.
Tour Highlights
Anchor at the natural pools beside Budelli island and swim in clear, sheltered waters far from the open sea.
Sail past the protected Pink Beach of Budelli and photograph its rare rose-tinted sand from the water.
Spend an hour exploring the historic centre of La Maddalena town, a working port with 18th-century character.
Relax on the fine white sands of Santa Maria island, one of the archipelago's most celebrated beaches.
Stop at Spargi island, a bay known for its transparent sea and coarse golden sand rarely reached by day-trippers.
Enjoy a freshly prepared on-board lunch with bar service while surrounded by the colours of the archipelago.
Itinerary
The tour sets off from the port and immediately enters a panoramic navigation among the scattered islands of the La Maddalena Archipelago. The captain provides commentary on the geography and history of this protected marine park as the coastline of Sardinia recedes behind you.
The boat docks for approximately one hour, giving guests time to walk freely through the picturesque streets of the historic centre. The town's squares, seafront promenade, and small shops offer a grounded contrast to the open-water sailing.
The vessel anchors off one of the archipelago's finest beaches, where white sand meets water of exceptional clarity. Guests have one hour and thirty minutes for swimming, snorkelling, and sunbathing at their leisure.
The motorboat positions itself beside the Piscine Naturali di Budelli, a stretch of shallow turquoise water sheltered by low rocks. Lunch consisting of pasta with tomato sauce is served on board while guests swim or simply take in the surroundings. The coastal passage by the Pink Beach of Budelli follows immediately after, allowing photographs of this iconic and now fully protected shoreline.
Spargi offers one hour and thirty minutes of free time in a bay considered among the most striking in the entire archipelago. The water here is exceptionally transparent, and the sandy bottom is visible at considerable depth.
The day concludes with a scenic return navigation to the home port. Guests arrive back at the dock in the mid-afternoon, with ample time remaining to enjoy the town or nearby beaches independently.
What Is Included
Included
- Full-day motorboat tour of the La Maddalena Archipelago
- On-board lunch (pasta with tomato sauce)
- Bar service throughout the day
- Captain narration and guided navigation
- Stop at La Maddalena historic centre
- Beach stops at Santa Maria and Spargi islands
- Coastal pass by the Pink Beach of Budelli
Not Included
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for the crew
- Snorkelling or water sports equipment rental
- Extra food and beverages beyond included lunch and bar service
- Transport to and from the departure port
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on the Archipelago
Spaces on this full-day motorboat tour are limited to maintain a quality experience. Secure your spot before the date fills up.
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