Sardinia snorkelling holidays
| country: | Italy |
| location: | Sardinia |
| departures: | This itinerary is available Apr - Oct depending on accommodation availability. We can also arrange tailor made holidays throughout the year to suit your individual requirements |
| price: | From 215 - 530 (8 days) excluding flights. Price is per person, based on minimum 2 people. Includes self catering accommodation and 4 half day snorkeling trips. Full details below |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
Snorkelling & boating
Rib-boat and snorkelling excursions in the splendid Orosei' Gulf discovering some of the hidden gems along this coastline: small caves with stalactites, emerald green sea with glowing reflections, accompanied by our Padi guides who will take you exploring with masks and find the mysteries of the Mediterranean fauna and flora. For the more adventurous we offer you a really special snorkelling experience in total contact with the magic of nature, plus 2 very nice panoramic walking tours ending in 2 beautiful beaches.
Cala Gonone is a village on the East coast of Sardinia, in the Gulf of Orosei mid way between the Capes of Punta Nera (North) and Monte Santu (South). South of Cala Gonone, the mountain scenery with typical maquis and devoid of urban settlements makes this wild coast one of the most spectacular.
The Gulf of Orosei is the ideal destination to combine activity with relaxation on beautiful beaches complete with caverns & rock arches, many only accessible by foot or from the sea. And this holiday offers you just that with snorkelling & boat trips. Other activities like walking and canyoning and a long distance snorkeling trip can be arranged while you are here (a minimum number is required).
We have an itinerary from the north (Cala Cartoe beach north Cala Gonone) to south ending at the Cape of Monte Santu. Day by day we discover a beautiful and hidden corner of the Gulf, snorkelling and boating from one place to another accompanied by our guides. All groups are supported by an escort boat so it's possible to get on the boat at anytime and enjoy the landscape.
Tailor made options: This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements. During the cooler winter months, we can organise for you hiking & boating tours.
Family friendly: This trip is ideal for families and can be adapted to suit your family's interests, budgets and age requirements.
Please note: Prices do not include optional sheets and towel - on request 10 per person, per week. Reduced rates available in a shared self catering apartment. Please contact us for details.
Rib-boat and snorkelling excursions in the splendid Orosei' Gulf discovering some of the hidden gems along this coastline: small caves with stalactites, emerald green sea with glowing reflections, accompanied by our Padi guides who will take you exploring with masks and find the mysteries of the Mediterranean fauna and flora. For the more adventurous we offer you a really special snorkelling experience in total contact with the magic of nature, plus 2 very nice panoramic walking tours ending in 2 beautiful beaches.
Cala Gonone is a village on the East coast of Sardinia, in the Gulf of Orosei mid way between the Capes of Punta Nera (North) and Monte Santu (South). South of Cala Gonone, the mountain scenery with typical maquis and devoid of urban settlements makes this wild coast one of the most spectacular.
The Gulf of Orosei is the ideal destination to combine activity with relaxation on beautiful beaches complete with caverns & rock arches, many only accessible by foot or from the sea. And this holiday offers you just that with snorkelling & boat trips. Other activities like walking and canyoning and a long distance snorkeling trip can be arranged while you are here (a minimum number is required).
We have an itinerary from the north (Cala Cartoe beach north Cala Gonone) to south ending at the Cape of Monte Santu. Day by day we discover a beautiful and hidden corner of the Gulf, snorkelling and boating from one place to another accompanied by our guides. All groups are supported by an escort boat so it's possible to get on the boat at anytime and enjoy the landscape.
Tailor made options: This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements. During the cooler winter months, we can organise for you hiking & boating tours.
Family friendly: This trip is ideal for families and can be adapted to suit your family's interests, budgets and age requirements.
pricing:
Prices are per person including fins, mask and wetsuit.| Apr & May | Jun & Oct | Jul | Aug | Sep | |
| 2 people | 305 | 335 | 465 | 530 | 370 |
| 4 people | 225 | 240 | 305 | 335 | 255 |
| 6 people | 215 | 225 | 275 | 300 | 240 |
Please note: Prices do not include optional sheets and towel - on request 10 per person, per week. Reduced rates available in a shared self catering apartment. Please contact us for details.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Arrival. Pick up can be arranged in Olbia if buses are not running.Arrival in Cala Gonone and settle in to apartment. Introduction to Cala Gonone and facilities, check-out equipment. |
| Day 2: | Snorkeling and boat trip. North direction from Cala Gonone to Cala Cartoe , we leave at 8.30-9.00 and we go along the coast by boat or rib-boat and we wil stop in a nice area to do the snorkeling. Introduction to snorkelling technique (when needed); We will be back to Cala Gonone between 12-13 |
| Day 3: | Snorkeling and boat trip. Snorkeling and boat trip from Cala Gonone to South direction (Scoglio dei Marangoni-Canalone). We will stop several times along the coast for snorkelling but also to explore some wonderful little caves with stalagtites. Back to Cala Gonone by lunch time 12.30-13.00 |
| Day 4: | Snorkeling and boat trip. From Cala Gonone to South direction (Cala Sisine Grotta Smeralda). In this area we have several itinerary and we will do 2/3 days of excursions exploring always a different part of the area. We will be back to Cala Gonone between 12.30-13.00 |
| Day 5: | Snorkelling and boat trip. From Cala Gonone to South direction (Grotta del Marinaio or Porticciolo). This is another area where it is very nice do snorkeling. This open and nice cave with wonderful blue water color. We will be back to Cala Gonone between 12.30-13. |
| Day 6: | Free day. In this day we can organize a beautiful snorkeling excursion of half or full day going very far in the South until Capo Monte Santo, with a stop in Venere's pools and other nice lilttle corner to explore. This excursion is optional and at extra cost minimum number is required |
| Day 7: | Free day. We can offer you other excursions like abseiling or scuba diving and we will provide tips and shopping advice (typical Sardinian souvenirs and food |
| Day 8: | Departure. |
travellers' tales
Discovering the beautiful Golfo d'Orosei on a series of snorkelling trips was the highlight. (more)
travelling with a local operator
This holiday is operated by a company based in the holiday destination and they will be able to provide expert local knowledge. They will be able to tailor make your holiday to suit your requirements not only concerning the dates of travel but also typically the standard of accommodation, and thus price. It is rare for local operators to be able to help with the booking of your flights.how this holiday makes a difference
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We are trying to promote a different approach to the area, showcasing the natural environment of the Gulf while always keeping in mind the impact of our actions on the environment & community. We want to provide a positive example of Responsible Tourism and influence future developments
We support the local economy by using small private apartments or agriturismi owned by local families. We always advise our guests to support local shops, farms and services (buying food, restaurants etc.). We always travel in small groups in order to give people the possibility to experience Sardinia in a relaxing way, without rushing from place to place. We arrange a cooking session which also involves the staff to create the typical friendly atmosphere of an Italian family.  By travelling in a small group we are able to educate our guests about environmental concerns such as our strict 'leave no trace' policy. As a company we recycle waste, try to reduce our water, plastic and energy usage, share cars, and all our boats are no-smoking areas (avoids butts in the water, promotes good health). In cooperation with PADI, we organize an annual 'Beach clean-up' event to awaken the local community to environmental problems, and together with DAN, we supporting a campaign about the security of the divers in the water. |
Tourism can be good and bad for destinations & local people. We carefully screen every holiday against our criteria for responsible travel. 'Look behind the brochure' to find how each holiday makes a difference (see left). We don't claim to be perfect - there is no global accreditation - but we've led the way since 2001 and screened 1000's of holidays. We invite every traveller to write a review about their experiences and responsible tourism. This valuable feedback is sent to the people who run the holidays. We keep a very close eye on it and take off holidays that don't live up to our standards. |