7 Day Sardinia Bareboat Sailing Itinerary
Sardinia Seven Day Bareboat Itinerary Including Porto Cervo, La Maddalena and Bonifacio
Overview | Day 1: Portisco to Tavolara| Day 2: Tavorlara to Caprera | Day 3: Caprera to Bonifacio | Day 4: Bonifacio to Budelli | Day 5: Budelli to Spargi | Day 6: Spargi to Maddalena | Day 7: Maddalena to Pevero | Day 8: Pevero to Portisco
Overview
Sardinia is the ideal spot for a yacht charter; as well as having ideal sailing conditions for bareboats, crewed charters and day charters, with sheltered bays, stunning scenery and exquisite cuisine!
Explore the Maddalena Archipelago on your exquisite Sardinian bareboat charter. Starting in the exciting town of Portisco, explore the coast of Sardinia all the way up to Bonifacio in Corsica, visiting many of the fascinating and beautiful islands of the Maddalena in between.
Day 1: Portisco to Tavolara
Sail from Portisco through Capo Figari and the Gulf of Olbia for approximately 16 nautical miles to beautiful Tavolara. This island is a limestone massif, 5 km in length and just 1 km across with impressive cliffs at either end. The bay of Spalmatore has a fantastic beach where you can anchor for the night.
Take the first swim of your trip while soaking up the incredible views. The Ristorante da Tonino Re di Tavolara is an iconic, family-run restaurant perfect for your evening meal where you can digest the adventures of the first day on your charter yacht.
Day 2: Tavolara to Caprera Island
After a leisurely breakfast on board, get underway for the Maddalena Archipelago and Caprera Island, about 21 nautical miles north of Tavolara and the second largest in the archipelago with about 45 km of coastline.
Caprera has been declared a natural reserve in order to protect its full time (and only) residents the royal seagull, cormorant and peregrine falcons, so be to sure to take your binoculars as you climb the volcanic peak of Monte Teiolane from where you can see the entire archipelago stretched out in front of you.
Visit the House of Garibaldi, the famous Italian’s retirement retreat. Nowadays it is a museum and memorial chapel – the island itself is also a national monument to this father of Italian independence. The southwestern side of the island provides many great coves and anchorages.
Day 3: Caprera Island to Bonifacio
You will have a stunning sail from Caprera to Bonifacio, one of the most dramatic natural harbours in the world. Situated on the southern coast of Corsica this town with its medieval citadel sits atop towering limestone cliffs and the entrance to the harbour is only accessed through a channel in these incredible “falaises”. A definite safe harbour from all winds!
Enjoy a walk through the streets with its cafes, shops and restaurants serving the best of the local French and Corsican cuisine and marvel at the views from the top!
Day 4: Bonifacio to Isola Di Budelli
Back to the crystal waters of the Maddalena Archipelago and to Isola Budelli, considered one of the most beautiful islands of the Mediterranean. Head to the southeastern part of the island to the world famous “Spiaggia Rosa” or “pink beach”. The colour comes from microscopic fragments of corals and shells and is a stunning contrast to the greenery of this uninhabited island.
Day 5: Isola Di Budelli to Isola Spargi
Swim, snorkel and explore the transparent water of the bays of Isola Spargi, including Cala Corsara, said to be one of the most beautiful, Cala Conneri and Cala Petranera until you reach Cala Grano where you can moor for the night on the protected east coast of the island. Lie back on deck with a glass of delicious local wine and enjoy the peace and quiet that only bareboating can offer.
Day 6: Isola Spargi to Isola Maddalena
If you fancy some time onshore, the port town of Cala Gavetta on Isola Maddalena is where you can spend your next evening. The town offers shops, restaurants and pizzerias for you to explore, but there are other bays and beaches possible for your overnight anchorage.
Renowned for its fabulous beaches, the island is also recognisable for its rocky granite terrain and there are ancient ruins to discover for those wishing to indulge in the history of the area.
Day 7: La Maddalena to Pevero
Leaving the archipelago of La Maddalena behind you, head back to the Costa Smeralda or “Emerald Coast” and anchor in the bay of Pevero just south of the jet set hub of Porto Cervo.
A perfect anchorage when the Mistral is blowing, the bay is framed by two white sandy beaches and you all no doubt want to take advantage of the crystalline waters here to swim and snorkel on your last day on board.
Day 8: Pevero to Portisco
You can reach Portisco from Pevero in an hour to disembark and end your charter. Be sure to have one last swim before you return to base!
For more help with planning your trip around Sardinia, use our distance calculator to build your own adventure. If you feel like you've just read through your dream bareboat charter in Sardinia then waste no time in starting to plan! Simply fill in the short form below and our team will start immediately to help you plan your grand tour beginning in Portisco or Olbia.
