Maddalena Archipelago (Arcipelago della Maddalena) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Maddalena Archipelago in 2024?

While it’s free to explore the Maddalena Archipelago independently, many travelers prefer to visit with a guided tour that includes boat transfers. There are various tours available, including shared boat tours from Palau starting at €45, multi-island tours for around €110, and private luxury tours at €1,000 per boat.

Q: What are the best ways to get to the Maddalena Archipelago from mainland Sardinia?

From mainland Sardinia, you can get to the Maddalena Archipelago via a ferry from the port of Palau to La Maddalena island; these run throughout the day and take around 20 minutes. For convenience, some travelers join a boat tour or book a private boat rental.

Q: What are the must-see islands in the Maddalena Archipelago?

Some of the must-see islands in the Maddalena Archipelago include La Maddalena, the biggest island and the primary ferry destination; Budelli, which is famed for its pink beach; Caprera, known for its magnificent landscape and picturesque beaches; and Spargi, where you’ll find great snorkeling opportunities.

Q: What is the best time of year to visit the Maddalena Archipelago?

The best time to visit the Maddalena Archipelago is late spring through early fall. Great months include May, September, and October, when it’s typically quieter. The summer tourist crowds usually peak in July and August, when the islands can become very busy.

Q: Do tours of the Maddalena Archipelago include stops for swimming or snorkeling?

Yes, many tours of the Maddalena Archipelago typically include stops for swimming and snorkeling. Tours often visit multiple islands, offering travelers the chance to disembark and spend time on the beaches or in the water. Popular places to go snorkeling include the areas around Caprera, Spargi, and Budelli.

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Boat Tour La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau

Explore the stunning La Maddalena Archipelago by boat with this day trip from Sardinia. Visit each island in the gorgeous archipelago, with many opportunities for swim breaks or stopping at beaches. With this tour, you can also choose between two itineraries: The first stops at the mother island of La Maddalena to visit the town center and try superb ice gelato, while the second makes a final stop to swim at Cala Coticcio Beach.

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Boat Tour La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau

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Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Palau - Luxury Catamaran 2

The Maddalena Archipelago is famed for its crystal clear water and white sandy beaches, and this tour is an effortless way to explore its best bits in a day. After setting off from Palau, enjoy the convenience of having an itinerary planned out for you—with plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel along the way. To make the experience even more relaxing, the trip also includes an aperitif and a traditional Sardinian lunch.

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Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Palau - Luxury Catamaran 2

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Sailing tour Archipelago of La Maddalena from Palau

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La Maddalena archipelago is known for its striking coastal scenery, and this tour makes it easy to explore its highlights. Skip the hassle of research and organizing a boat rental, and benefit from having everything planned out for you. Along the way, stop at the natural pools of Budelli, visit Spiaggia di Cavalieri, and relax at Cala Corsara, striking the perfect balance between scenic exploring and time to unwind.

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A day excursion to La Maddalena

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Baja Sardinia & Cannigione: boat tour to La Maddalena Archipelago

Discover a boat excursion in the Archipelago of La Maddalena, in the north-east of Sardinia, and experience a day among crystal clear sea, unspoiled islands and breathtaking views. The departure is scheduled with double boarding from the ports of Cannigione and Baja Sardinia: from here you will sail to the beautiful islands of Caprera and Santo Stefano. You will then continue with a stop on the island of La Maddalena, where you can walk through the streets of the historic center and discover the main attractions of the village. The tour continues to the most fascinating islands of the archipelago, with stops in Spargi and Santa Maria, until you reach the famous Mantle of the Madonna and the island of Budelli, famous for its iconic Pink Beach, which you can admire from afar during a suggestive panoramic stop. On the way back you can enjoy unique views of Punta Sardegna, Porto Raphael, Palau and Capo d'Orso.

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Baja Sardinia & Cannigione: boat tour to La Maddalena Archipelago

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Palau or La Maddalena: 4-hour RIB tour of the archipelago

Enjoy a few hours of pure relaxation and discover the most spectacular islands of the north-east coast of Sardinia on board a comfortable dinghy! This exclusive tour allows you to choose the option that best suits your needs, with itineraries and boats differentiated according to the services offered, so you can enjoy the dream holiday you desire. Starting from the port of Palau or La Maddalena, you can reach iconic places such as Budelli and Spargi, famous for their white sandy coves and crystal-clear sea. If you love exotic atmospheres, don't miss the chance to swim at Cala Coticcio, also called the ‘Tahiti of the Mediterranean’, nestled between granite cliffs and turquoise waters. A dynamic and engaging experience, perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of the La Maddalena archipelago in a short time. Don't miss this adventure that will make your holiday even more special!

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Palau or La Maddalena: 4-hour RIB tour of the archipelago

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Boat Tour to Caprera and La Maddalena Archipelago

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Magdalene Archipelago Catamaran Tour from Porto Cervo - Luxury 4

Enjoy a day as a true protagonist aboard an elegant sailing catamaran, surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the Maddalena Archipelago. Starting from the port of Poltu Quatu (Porto Cervo), the excursion heads to some of the most iconic islands of the archipelago, such as Spargi, Budelli and Santa Maria, alternating famous bays with coves reachable by sea. Every day the itinerary is defined by the skipper based on sea and wind conditions, to ensure safety and the best possible experience. During the day guests can swim, snorkel or simply relax in the sun, enjoying the stability and ample space of the 12-meter Lagoon catamaran. A traditional Sardinian aperitif is served on board, followed by a fish lunch enjoyed at anchor in front of breathtaking scenery. Space, elegance and freedom define this experience, designed for those who want to experience the sea with a high level of comfort.

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Magdalene Archipelago Catamaran Tour from Porto Cervo - Luxury 4

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Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Cannigione - Comfort 2 Catamaran

With this small-group catamaran tour, you can effortlessly get to the highlights of Sardinia’s famous Maddalena archipelago. Don’t worry about doing any research, as a full itinerary is planned out for you, with views of the famous Pink Beach, as well as a snorkeling stop near Spargi. To make the day as hassle-free as possible, lunch is included, with alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, coffee, and tea.

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Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Cannigione - Comfort 2 Catamaran

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Boat Tour Full Day La Maddalena, Caprera, Spargi, Budelli

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Eco Boat Tour of La Maddalena for Small Groups with Aperitif

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Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

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Monomaran tour 16 mt with boarding from Maddalena and Palau

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La Maddalena Full Day on a Vintage Sailing Ship

The La Maddalena Archipelago tour is a premium experience aboard an authentic vintage wooden sailing ship. We sail in small groups to ensure exclusivity, comfort, and an intimate atmosphere, far from mass tourism. The itinerary is chosen daily based on the weather to reach the most beautiful and least crowded bays, with swimming breaks in crystal-clear waters. Throughout the day, we offer tastings of typical products and beverages, while the crew shares stories of the area's history and nature.

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La Maddalena Full Day on a Vintage Sailing Ship

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Monomaran Tour to La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau

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Premium Sailing Trip in La Maddalena Archipelago | Max 8 Guests

Skip the overpacked motor vessels and set sail on a silent and eco-friendly sailboat to explore the protected La Maddalena archipelago. Join your skipper and a group of just 11 and let the wind carry you through the turquoise waves and past the most picturesque islands. Drop anchor in idyllic spots like Cala Corsara on Spargi Island, Piscine on Budell Island, or the sandy beaches of Razzoli and Santa Maria to snorkel or swim.

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Tour to La Maddalena Archipelago - Catamaran Sport 2

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Catamaran Day Trip to La Maddalena Islands with Sardinian Lunch

Set sail on a small, vintage sailing catamaran to explore the hard-to-reach beaches of La Maddalena Arcipelago in a very small group of max 10 adult participants (on a boat that can hold up to 14). *If you want a bigger catamaran, please book our "Large" experience. Enjoy a day of swimming and snorkeling in the turquoise waters. Savor a meal of Sardinian cuisine with antipasti, local cheese and cold-cuts, then a pasta dish of sea food, Sardinian wine and prosecco, beer, drinks, water, coffee, dessert and local sweet wine. Choose between two starting points in the morning -La Maddalena or the port of Palau. We will head to the Island of Spargi with its numerous, magnificent little beaches. If the sea is calm, we'll proceed towards the incredible natural swimming pools of Budelli, Santa Maria, and Razzoli. On our return, you can choose to disembark to La Maddalena instead of Palau and visit the quaint town and its shops and cafes. A ferry back to Palau, available every 30min.

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Catamaran Day Trip to La Maddalena Islands with Sardinian Lunch

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Sailing experience Magdalene Archipelago only Small Groups

Discover the Archipelago of La Maddalena aboard a small group sailboat. Starting from Cannigione, we will sail between spectacular bays and crystal clear waters, with 3/4 stops for swimming, snorkeling and relaxation in the most suggestive places of the archipelago. The itinerary will be adapted to the wind and sea conditions to always offer you the best possible experience. On board you can enjoy a lunch with a selection of cold cuts, cheeses, carasau bread, local specialties and delicious aperitifs, a first course of fish, accompanied by beer, wine, water, soft drinks and open bar throughout the day. With up to 10 guests, you will experience an authentic and relaxing day, away from crowded excursions, immersed in the wonders of Sardinia. ⛵️

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Sailing experience Magdalene Archipelago only Small Groups

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Sailing boat tour in the La Maddalena archipelago

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Daily cruise on a sailing catamaran on the La Maddalena archipelago

Live with us an unforgettable day sailing among the wonders of the Maddalena Archipelago, on board our catamarans you can feel the emotion of sailing in comfort. Every day we are ready to set sail with new itineraries that adapt to the conditions of the day, allowing you to make the most of it: Budelli, Razzoli, Spargi are the names of some of the uninhabited islands where we will stop to be able to admire their uniqueness and the shades of color that intertwine in the sea. The excursion includes 2 to 4 stops among the wildest islands of the archipelago near small bays, panoramic points or reefs suitable for snorkelling. During the excursion we will be happy to offer you a typical Sardinian aperitif with local white wine and lunch.

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Daily cruise on a sailing catamaran on the La Maddalena archipelago

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Olbia : Magdalene Archipelago Boat Tour + transfer included

Explore Sardinia's spectacular Maddalena Archipelago by land and sea with this all-inclusive tour that includes a minicruise through the islands plus a stop on La Maddalena with free time to explore on land. Skirt the islands of Caprera and Santo Stefano, drop anchor to swim off Spargi and Santa Maria, and cruise through the Manto della Madonna to admire the coastline of Budelli in a single day.

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Olbia : Magdalene Archipelago Boat Tour + transfer included

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Tour Arcipelago Maddalena da Cannigione - Catamarano Sport 1

La Maddalena is known for its stunning coastal scenery—but the best views are from the water. Soak up views you can’t catch on land during this full-day, small-group cruise through the crystal-clear waters of the Sardinian archipelago. Cruise by the famous "Pink Beach" (Spaggia Rosa), dig into a pasta and fish lunch, and indulge in a glass of local Vermentino wine, plus beer and “mirto,” Sardinian myrtle liqueur.

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Tour Arcipelago Maddalena da Cannigione - Catamarano Sport 1

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Daily 4 stop - boat excursion La Maddalena Archipelago

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What are people saying about Maddalena Archipelago (Arcipelago della Maddalena)

Private Boat Tour of the Archipelago of La Maddalena West Side

Tammy_H, Aug 2026

Beautiful boat day tour...

Beautiful boat day tour of archipelago! Carlo was kind and flexible with our timing (preferring to do later day) and made our son’s birthday extra special with a candle and cake. Carlo’s boat was very clean and had all the amenities to make it a fun day on the water!

Boat Tour La Maddalena Archipelago from Palau

Sherry_E, Aug 2026

Perfect experience. The...

Perfect experience. The stops were beautifully curated, the vessel was clean and comfortable, and the overall trip was 10/10. Great value for money and a wonderful way to explore the archipelago.

Sailing tour Archipelago of La Maddalena from Palau

Kirk_M, Sep 2026

The best boat tour in Sardinia

A beautiful sailing tour with great captains and fun new friends. Before, during, and after every swim spot we were spoiled by the crew with prosecco, charcuterie, local cookies, and fresh fruit. The places they took us to were amazing and I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting to experience the best of Sardinia.

Sailing experience Magdalene Archipelago only Small Groups

Kristin_H, Sep 2026

Incredible day on water with special hosts

Incredible day with gracious local hosts! We couldn’t have asked for anything more. Incredible way to enjoy the tiny coves and distant beaches. We were blown away with the tasty seafood lunch and apertivo - truly better than some restaurants. Do not hesitate to book for a special day on the water.