La Maddalena Archipelago: Vintage Motorboat Tour from Palau with Diving Opportunities

Explore La Maddalena Archipelago on a vintage motorboat. Dive into crystal-clear waters, discover hidden gems, and enjoy expert-guided tours.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Capo d’Orso - Approximately 30-minute scenic navigation between Santo Stefano and Capo d’Orso, passing Fort San Giorgio, the Villa Marina Tower, the former American NATO Military Base and the Caprera Sailing Center
  • Cala Connari beach - Stopover at Cala Connari for 2 hours where you can choose to stay on board and use the services on board, snorkel near the boat or swim to the beach.
  • Caprera - Admire the coastline of Caprera island and enjoy a bath stop at Cala Serena.
  • Beach of the Knight - Stopover off Knight’s Beach where you can choose to stay on board and use the services on board, snorkel near the boat, or reach the beach in an inflatable boat accompanied by the crew.
  • Budelli arcipelago Maddalena - Famous for its turquoise waters and the Pink Beach, a protected, non-swimming area that is among the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, whose coloring comes from the crumbling of a pink microorganism that lives in Posidonia within shells, carried ashore by sea currents.
  • Isola di Spargi - Probably the wildest island in the archipelago, in the far northeast of Sardinia, stands out an unspoiled paradise with the authentic beauty of sandy coves ideal for relax.
What's Included
  • Fuel included
  • Dinghy transfer service to islands included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Landing fee (€ 5 to be paid in cash on board at the time of embarkation)
Additional Information

Embark from Palau, located on the north-east shoreline of Sardinia, and explore the La Maddalena Archipelago on a restored vintage motorship from 1956 that offers utmost comfort. The knowledgeable crew will provide insights into the locations you’ll pass by and pause at, such as Caprera, Budelli, and Spargi. You’ll witness the archipelago’s most stunning sights and have the opportunity to swim in the pristine waters of the Spiaggia del Cavaliere, the lovely Cala Connari, and behold the unique beach hue of the renowned Spiaggia Rosa from the vessel. A day of adventure and tranquillity amidst nature awaits you, promising a long-lasting memory.

  • In the summer months, July and August, it is highly recommended to arrive early to secure a parking space due to the high number of visitors.
Location
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Villainb
Aug 7, 2024
Great day on the water - Fantastic environment, great crew, not so crowded as some of the other boats, overall just a very relaxed experience for the whole family.
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Melissagk8131ym
Jul 20, 2024
Wonderful experience! - Great day, fantastic crew and beautiful stops! We enjoyed our trip with our group ranging in age from 5 to 77. The boat wasn't crowded at all (unlike others that we saw) and the crew was attentive and fun.
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232michalinab
Jul 17, 2024
Amazing boat trip - Had an amazing time, and the views and beaches were stunning. There was lots of space on the boat and it was not overcrowded at all compared to the other similar boats that we saw during our ride. The personnel were very kind and would recommend this boat trip for anyone!
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Marko_k
Jul 17, 2024
Discover the Beauty of La Maddalena and Dive Into Breathtaking Turquoise Waters - This was the highlight of our trip to La Maddalena. We boarded the ship at the La Maddalena port. It's a medium size tour ship with a nice wooden design. There was plenty of room for everyone on board. They don't overcrowd the ship like some others that we saw along the way. The trips between destinations were accompanied by commentary from the tour guide in both Italian and English. Passing by and seeing all the island from unique vantage points was great. The crew on the ship was very kind and made sure we were all having a good time. The beaches were a real highlight. There were three major stops along the way. At each one we had plenty of time to go for a swim and relax on the beach. We could either jump into the water directly from the boat, or board a smaller boat that would take us to the beach and we could bring along our towels and other equipment. The water was incredible, glistening in various shades ranging from navy blue to turquoise. The 7 hours passed by very quickly. The timing was just right, we always had enough time to enjoy each location, but it never felt like we overstayed at any specific spot. Lunch and drinks are not included, so we recommend bringing a cooling bag with some drinks and snacks. Can't recommend this tour enough!
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968jann
Jul 1, 2024
A nice day out. - Neat vintage boat, max 40 people, so not the massive of many other providers. Neat staff, in 2 languages , (It/En) Nice stops on 3 islands explaining the place, also the rose stand-that no one should enter. You'll be brought ashore with a dinghy. The boat leaves at 1000 in La Madeleine and 1030 from Palau, tourist tax to pay on the boat. Parking in the harbor 1€/hour. Remote parking 200 m from Pier 5. Departure from Pier 5 , long section at end.
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Thiemo
May 27, 2024
Vintage boat tour - The beaches you see during the tour are for sure one of the best around La Maddalena, definitely worth it! Due to the smaller size compared to other boats and the vintage style you get a wonderful experience during the trip. Special to mention: the crew, Vlad and Serena, who chatted a with me about deep topics (thanks Vlad for the recommendations) and even gave advice for other good spots to see in and around the place.
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732carmelad
Sep 22, 2023
Between dream and reality: desire to return. - A dream day. An experience to be repeated because a single day is not enough to retain everything we have seen: a unique sea, an enchanting landscape. All in a perfect setting. On board this motorboat I felt perfectly at ease thanks to the crew members, all competent and empathetically close to their guests. The commander illustrated and described the different places of the archipelago to us in great detail. Personally, my thanks go to a member of the crew who helped me overcome a personal moment of anxiety. A wonderful boy who I will always carry in my heart together with the indescribable images of this beautiful land.
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Rubexwilliams
Sep 9, 2023
The most amazing day! - We had the best day, I have never experienced water so blue & clear. It was better than being in the Maldives. I was slightly apprehensive to book as there weren’t any reviews for this specific tour but 100% would recommend. The boat was clean, the staff were professional & friendly, they spoke in both Italian & English about the tour. Although food & drink is not included you can buy drinks and sandwiches on the boat. Parking in Palau is very busy so I would give yourself 30 minutes to find a space.
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Roy_a
Jul 31, 2023
Best boat ride on the island! - Best boat ride on the island! Hands down, friendliest staff, comfortable and clean boat, and they took us to some amazing places that can only been reached by water.
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_n7783dx
Aug 8, 2024
Rude and Disrespectful Crew with Unhelpful Customer Service - • Unable to reach the boat staff directly but a third party agency • Customer service is not being helpful • We bought 2 tickets, my friend didn’t go finally, but amazingly they didn’t let me board alone and left in front me, which was really disrespectful • In the above case, they refused to refund the fare of my own ticket
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