Cagliari catamaran excursion: 3-hour cruise to Sella del Diavolo with Prosecco toast
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; must be able to step on/off a small ladder and swim short distances for snorkeling
Overview
Leave Cagliari's harbor for three hours of cliffside cruising, snorkeling and a Prosecco toast at the pools of Gasole. Expect dolphin sightings, white limestone promontories and convenient on-board comforts—ideal for a short, sea-focused escape.
Cagliari catamaran excursion: 3-hour cruise to Sella del Diavolo with Prosecco toast
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The harbor smells of diesel and sea salt; gulls quarrel above piles of mooring lines while the catamaran sits low and steady at Alma Sailing Charter, sails furled like folded wings. You step aboard and the city unspools behind you—mosaic roofs, the squat castle district—while the Sella del Diavolo rises to starboard: a white, knife-edged promontory that seems to have been cut from limestone and set against the sky.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The boat provides shade but not protection—use reef-safe sunscreen to protect Posidonia meadows and your skin.
Pack a waterproof pouch for valuables
Phones and wallets can get wet during transfers and snorkeling—store them in a dry bag you can secure to the boat.
Prepare for motion
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding and avoid heavy meals right before the cruise.
Respect local beach customs
One stop is a nudist beach—dress and behave respectfully when approaching or photographing local bathers.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins frequently seen offshore
- Audouin’s gull and other coastal seabirds
History
The Sella del Diavolo area has ancient settlements and a name tied to local legend; Cagliari’s harbor has been a maritime crossroads since Phoenician and Roman times.
Conservation
The coastline contains protected Posidonia meadows—avoid anchoring on meadows and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Snorkel mask and fins (optional)
You can use provided gear, but personal equipment often fits better and improves visibility.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the fragile marine plants that keep these coves clear.
summer specific
Light windbreaker
A thin jacket helps on the crossing when breeze and spray cool the deck.
spring specific
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics and documents dry during boarding and swimming stops.