Tavolara is one of Sardinia's most famous landmarks. The island is a limestone massif, over 5km in length and 1km wide. It is inhabited by just a few families and has is known for having a VLF transmittor, ICV which can transmit messages to submarines. The surrounding waters are ideal for scuba diving
The beautiful island of Caprera is known as the place where Giuseppe Garibaldi retired until his death in 1882, his home now a museum and the island a national monument. It is sparcely populated and is a heavily protected national park of astounding beauty!
Beautiful Baja captures everything to love about the glittering greens of Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda. Just a few minutes from the sophisticated vibes of Porto Cervo, Baja is blue and buzzy. Yacht charter guests are sure to fall for the Caribbean-esque beach of Baja with its floury white sands and gin coloured seas all sitting pretty beneath emerald cloaked cliffs. These sublime waters are perfect for all shades of sports - from scuba diving beneath the blue to windsurfing. Providing the blissful backdrop is the archipelago of La Maddalena, a pleasure playground for sailors and sun lovers. Take the tender to explore the national park with its pink seashell sands and evocative coral gardens. While Baja is a small seaside delight perfect for a little R&R, for those seeking entertainment beyond the blissful bay and local eateries, it’s only a short ride away to the celeb studded streets of glitzy Porto Cervo, granting you the best of both worlds.
Nicknamed the secret islands of Sardinia, La Maddalena lends its name to an archipelago of around 60 isles and islands on the northeast coast. The island of the same name is the only permanently inhabited island in this collection. The national park is famous for its photogenic beaches and translucent seas, with Octopus Head Beach being one such example. You will want to pull out your snorkel and plunge in to see what sits beneath the blue. The best beaches include Bassa Trinità, Cala Francese, and Spiaggia di Monte di Rena, but truly, any beach you choose is bound to be bliss. Charter guests can also explore the town of La Maddalena for a charming stroll through the narrow streets.
Porto Pollo is located in the commune of Palau on Sardinia's northeastern coast. It has two wide bays that branch out to lavender-covered dunes, as well as a 7-kilometer stretch of golden sand beaches, nearly all of which are home to a water sports school of some kind. The beautiful Isola dei Gabbiani is linked to the mainland by clear waters and a sandy coast surrounded by emerald green scrubland. The open layout of the bays makes them suitable for all levels, whether you're an experienced wind surfer or a beginner one, and an ideal opportunity to take advantage of the range of water toys on board your private luxury yacht.
Dubbed the mini Mustique of the Mediterranean, Cavallo is steeped in Italian finery and French grace, making it a dream island for those seeking a secluded hideaway on Corsica’s southern cape. First discovered as a summer playground by the Romans, Cavallo would go on to tempt musicians and artists of all ilk to its cream coloured sands, secluded coves, smooth boulders, and smattering of high-class luxury boltholes. While this little gem may only be a mile or so long, it feels like you have eons of space to stretch out and find your bliss. The colossal boulders and rocks are famous, with elegant statues in Rome believed to be carved from Cavallo granite. These boulders hide delicate slips of sand and shallow waters for snorkelling. If you can bear to pull yourself away from the beach there’s signature golf courses, wildflower walks, and divine dining opportunities.
On stunning white, limestone cliffs at the south end of Corsica lies the spectacular harbour town of Bonifacio. The old citadel, perched on the precipice, rises high above the sea, overlooking the natural harbour below, that has sheltered many boats of the centuries and is now a modern marina. Steeped in history, there are plenty of sights to explore along the cobblestone streets of the old town, along with its fabulous viewpoints along the ramparts. Some of the medieval townhouses that dominate these cliffs are a few stories high, but only one room deep. Worth a visit is the beautiful maritime cemetery and the old convent of St Francois. On a clear day, from the Esplanade St Francois, you can see right across the bay to Sardinia.
One of the smallest beaches in Sardinia, Liscia Di Vacca may not be impressive in size but its scenic beauty more than makes up for it. This beach is every inch a Costa Smeralda gem - with white sands, bright blue and green hues of the water, and pretty pedal boats for exploring the golden coast. Daily life is centred around the warm jewelled seas with pristine visibility for snorkelling, scuba diving, and kayaking. With just 100 meters of space on these sands, Liscia Di Vacca has a cosy local feel and is close enough to Porto Cervo to blend with a more bustling break. This delightful little spot takes its name ‘beach of the cows’ as it was once a pasturing place for the local cows to spend their days. Now, it’s famed for its impressive villas and high-class visitors who come to dream away the days away out of sight.
The fourth largest island in the La Maddalena Archipelago, Santo Stefano, was known for hosting US and NATO naval bases but has been in peace since 2008. With no cars on the island and only accessible by boat, charter guests can enjoy the lack of tourist crowds as they explore this wild and rugged natural beauty. The natural environment is all white granite rocks dotted with Mediterranean vegetation, blue waters, and hiking trails that branch off and take you on a journey. With abandoned military constructions and remnants of the Neolithic period, Santo Stefano is a trip back in time.
A once-upon-a-time fishing village, Cannigione is now a striking tourist destination and home to a beautiful large and flat sandy beach that is ever pleasurable for lounging and playing. The surrounding waters are clear, bright, and filled with life, making this area a popular spot for those who like to scuba, snorkel, and swim. Even though it's one of Sardina's most important diving centers, there's still plenty to see beyond the blue. Birdwatching, gentle strolls, and exploring the village's boutiques and delicious eateries.
Unique bars, bustling nightlife, and fabulous beaches make Porto Rotondo a competitor to Porto Cervo. Just a few kilometers from Golfo Aranci, this spectacular and well-maintained town is easy on the eye. Popular with celebrities and politicians who buy up huge villas here, Porto Rotondo enjoys an elegant status. A well-equipped marina with 800 moorings and a vast powdery sand beach set the scene for sweet summer days. With Spiaggia Ira nearby, charter guests can anchor their yacht off that coast and indulge in delicious watersports.
Head back to Olbia for disembarkation.