Private RIB Tour from Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago and Caprera Island
Turquoise waters, hidden coves, and island freedom — all in four hours from Palau.
This private RIB tour in the La Maddalena Archipelago offers a focused, comfortable way to explore one of Sardinia's most celebrated marine parks without surrendering an entire day to logistics or crowds.
Departing from Palau in north-eastern Sardinia, you board a modern inflatable RIB boat skippered by an experienced professional who reads daily sea conditions and selects the itinerary that delivers the best experience safely. The compact format of the tour means you spend more time in the water and less time waiting at crowded piers.
Two distinct routes are available depending on conditions: one traces the outer islands of the La Maddalena Archipelago, visiting Budelli and Spargi; the other heads to Caprera Island, where sheltered bays and the legendary Cala Coticcio await. Either way, the stops are chosen for their natural quality rather than their popularity with mass tourism.
The boats are fully equipped with sunpads, an awning for shade, a freshwater shower, a fridge stocked with ice, a climbing ladder, and all required safety gear including life jackets and float tubes. Groups range from four to eight passengers depending on the vessel assigned for the day.
Tour Highlights
Swim and snorkel directly from the dinghy in the crystal-clear waters of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park.
An expert skipper curates the route each day based on marine weather, maximising safety and the quality of every stop.
Access two possible itineraries: the outer archipelago islands of Budelli and Spargi, or the wilder southern coastline of Caprera Island.
All vessels carry full safety equipment including life jackets and float tubes for every passenger on board.
Sunpads, an awning, an onboard shower, and a fridge with ice ensure comfort throughout the four-hour excursion.
Reach Cala Coticcio on Caprera Island, a sheltered bay of extraordinary clarity nicknamed the Sardinian Tahiti.
The private format keeps group sizes small, between four and eight people, preserving an intimate atmosphere at every stop.
Itinerary Overview
The tour begins at the port of Palau in north-eastern Sardinia. Your skipper briefs the group on the day's chosen route before casting off.
Depending on conditions, the RIB heads either toward the outer islands of the La Maddalena Archipelago or south toward Caprera Island. The crossing itself offers open-water views of the archipelago's scattered islets.
On the archipelago route, this stop is at Porto Madonna on Budelli Island. On the Caprera route, the boat anchors off Porco Island. Both locations allow swimming directly from the dinghy in sheltered, clear water.
The archipelago route visits either Cala Conneri or Cala Granara on Spargi Island. The Caprera route stops at Cala Coticcio, also known as Tahiti, one of the most photographed bays in all of Sardinia.
The final stop on the archipelago route is Cala Corsara on Spargi Island. Caprera-route passengers anchor at Candeo or Cala Napoletana before the return journey begins.
The skipper navigates back to the departure point in Palau, concluding the four-hour excursion. Stops and timings may vary at the skipper's discretion based on prevailing conditions.
What Is Included and Excluded
Included
- Private RIB boat hire for 4 hours
- Experienced professional skipper
- Sunpads and shade awning on board
- Onboard freshwater shower
- Fridge with ice
- Climbing ladder for re-boarding
- Life jackets and float tubes for all passengers
- Skipper-selected itinerary based on daily conditions
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Snorkeling equipment (not listed as provided)
- Port taxes or marine park entry fees if applicable
- Transport to and from Palau
- Gratuities for the skipper
Important Information
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Places on each departure are limited by the size of the vessel. Book in advance to secure your preferred session and explore the La Maddalena Archipelago on your own terms.
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