Top activities
Top landmarks
Trip ideas
Nearby places
Port schedule
You booked this experience
Make your trip unforgettable

Cala Mariolu tour with Swim Stops

7 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sardinia, Italy
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

7 to 9 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 2 more
French, Italian

Overview

Explore the beautiful coast of Baunei on this boat tour from Santa Maria Navarrese. Discover stunning beaches, swim in enchanting sea and admire idyllic scenery on this guided tour.

While sailing, we will break the journey with some photo stops: The Pedralonga spire, the extraordinary Baus waterfalls, the Cave of the Doves and Goloritzé beach are just some of the many attractions that this coast offers us.

We will go down to the beaches of Cala Sisine, Cala Mariolu and Cala Biriala for about 1h 30’, with an order that can vary depending on the period, choice due to the hours of sunshine and the flow of tourists, factors that vary during the season.

Between stops there is the possibility to visit the Grotta del Fico, to enter the heart of this limestone coast.

A nice swim in the waters of Cala Goloritzè will refresh us before returning.

Ita, Fra, Eng

What's Included

  • Skipper
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Umbrellas
See 2 moreSee 5 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Lungomare Monte Santo
3, 08040 Baunei NU, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Cala Biriala

The small beach of Cala Birìala, set between high cliffs and dominated by Bìlaricòro, a forest of holm oaks and junipers, appears suddenly during navigation.Its arch of rock makes it unmistakable, and its first sandy and then immediately rocky bottoms make it the ideal place for snorkelling enthusiasts.Also reachable via a path for expert hikers, it is famous among the locals for having been the site of a great deforestation work carried out by the Tuscan charcoal workers between the early 1900s and the mid-1960s.
Read more

1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Cala Mariolu

The beach of the Thief, so called by the first Ponzesi fishermen who found themselves facing the problem of "monk seal", "the Mariolo" in their dialect, who stole their catch directly from the nets, is perhaps the most coveted beach by tourists who land on our Island.In fact, it was elected the most beautiful beach in Italy in 2016, and its colored waters of various shades between blue and emerald green prove to deserve this primacy.
Read more

1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cala Sisine

The beach of "Cala Sisine", has the beauty and geological history similar to those of Cala Luna.It is in fact the mouth of a river that runs along the “codula of Elune”, which marks the borders between Baunei, Urzulei and Dorgali. It ends, however, unlike Sisine, with a beach composed of fine white sand, the only one among the coves of the entire coast.A strip of sand eight hundred meters long, a white crescent moon with six huge caves that open onto the beach and in the background, crown, a forest of oleanders preceded by a freshwater pond.Here too there is a refreshment service.It is also famous for being the set of numerous films, including the famous film by Lina Wertmuller “Overwhelmed by an unusual fate in the blue sea of August” shot for the most part in Cala Luna in 1974.
Read more

1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Cala Goloritze

A bath in the crystalline waters of Cala Goloritzè is what it takes to regenerate after a day full of summer heat.The view we will enjoy during this stop will leave you breathless.Hidden in the first corner of the coast after Capo Monte Santo, it is the most popular destination for hikers who reach Baunei.In fact, it can only be reached by land via a trek for hikers.The buoy field that protects it, however, allows us to take a dip in its crystalline waters which, according to visitors, are the clearest and blue of the entire coast.What makes it so precious and unique is its famous rock arch which is now an unmistakable logo of Baunei, and its Spire, Punta Caroddi, which with its 148 asl attracts climbers from all over the world.
Read more

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grotta del Fico

The guided tour inside the Grotta del Fico lasts about 1 hour.The guides, professional and engaging, illustrate its geology, the history of caving and the first visits by local shepherds, the culture of this corner of Sardinia. Their training is continuous, by the AGTI, the Italian Tourist Caves Association.The path is easy, almost entirely on steel walkways and extends over several levels. We visit various rooms and galleries and it is even possible to look out over the sea, inside the Grotto.The environments are very varied, as well as the concretions and the colors that can be admired.The guided tour can be in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish and Russian. We are equipped with an audio guide system, to better manage the multilingual visit: in this way the visitor experience is not burdened and everyone receives the content in the right measure.
Read more

50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Show 4 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Cala Mariolu tour with Swim Stops?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-275101P1

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
7 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
7
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Olbia : Wine Tour in Gallura + Tasting + pickup included

Discover a local winery in the heart of Gallura and be guided through aromas, traditions and winemaking processes. Taste three typical wines, including Vermentino and …More

Discover a local winery in the heart of Gallura and be guided through aromas, traditions and winemaking processes. Taste three typical wines, including Vermentino and...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (12)
from
$230

Cagliari: Is Cannoneris Nature Reserve Jeep and Walking Private Tour from Chia

Get exposed to the beautiful nature of Italy's island with this tour of Is Cannoneris. This natural green Sardinian forest has the most significant holm …More

Get exposed to the beautiful nature of Italy's island with this tour of Is Cannoneris. This natural green Sardinian forest has the most significant holm...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$79

Small Group Tour Hiking Capo Testa, Moon Valley! Sardinia - Italy

This Hike is one of the Top things to do in Sardinia! Walk with our expert guides through breathtaking wind-sculpted formations in Capo Testa, where …More

This Hike is one of the Top things to do in Sardinia! Walk with our expert guides through breathtaking wind-sculpted formations in Capo Testa, where...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (43)
from
$119

SUP tour in the crystal clear waters under the Sella del Diavolo

By choosing this activity you will be able to arrive in a beautiful stretch of blue and transparent water, unreachable by land. You will pass …More

By choosing this activity you will be able to arrive in a beautiful stretch of blue and transparent water, unreachable by land. You will pass...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$80

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Magdalene Archipelago Sailing Tour | From Santa Teresa

Spend a whole day discovering the magnificent La Maddalena Archipelago aboard an elegant 16-meter Beneteau Cyclades 50.5 sailboat, departing from Santa Teresa di Gallura at …More

Spend a whole day discovering the magnificent La Maddalena Archipelago aboard an elegant 16-meter Beneteau Cyclades 50.5 sailboat, departing from Santa Teresa di Gallura at...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (565)
from
$125

Boat Tour La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau

La Maddalena Arcipelago in Sardinia is one of the world's best kept secrets. Daily boat tours with Navetta Sea Star, will take you around the …More

La Maddalena Arcipelago in Sardinia is one of the world's best kept secrets. Daily boat tours with Navetta Sea Star, will take you around the...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (373)
from
$57

One day excursion on a sailing boat in the Gulf of Alghero

"Treat yourself to unforgettable moments in the marvelous setting of the Gulf of Alghero, admiring the coast and the cliffs with all their imposing beauty. …More

"Treat yourself to unforgettable moments in the marvelous setting of the Gulf of Alghero, admiring the coast and the cliffs with all their imposing beauty....

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (106)
from
$131

Dolphin Watching Boat Tour from Olbia

DOLPHIN SIGHTING We will sail near the island of Figarolo, an oasis of rare beauty between the promontory of Capo Figari and Golfo Aranci, where …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

DOLPHIN SIGHTING We will sail near the island of Figarolo, an oasis of rare beauty between the promontory of Capo Figari and Golfo Aranci, where...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (110)
from
$45

What's Included

Activity name

  • Skipper
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Umbrellas
  • Ticket for the Grotta del Fico
  • Beach tickets payable on the Heart Of Sardinia site in the “Baunei Coast” section

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Report Product Issue

Activity name