Spend a seven-hour day exploring La Maddalena’s sparkling islands by private boat: view Budelli’s Pink Beach, swim in natural pools, savor mussels with myrtle and homemade Mirto while a local guide narrates history and geology.
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The bow parts a glassy Mediterranean and the archipelago unfolds like a cluster of light—limestone cliffs, low scrub, and water that shifts from turquoise to cobalt as you pass each island.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; should be comfortable entering and exiting the water and able to swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
The archipelago has long maritime significance and nearby Caprera is linked to Giuseppe Garibaldi’s 19th-century residence; fishing and naval activity shaped local culture.
Conservation
Much of the area is a designated Marine Protected Area with strict rules—no landing on protected beaches, no collecting natural material, and careful anchoring to avoid seagrass beds.
Reserve your spot on the La Maddalena Boat Tour with Lunch and Local Guide today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Protect the Pink Beach
Budelli’s Spiaggia Rosa is view-only—do not attempt to land or collect sand; use binoculars or a zoom lens for photos.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
Apply before boarding to avoid oily residue in the water and to protect marine life in the protected area.
Secure footwear
Wear water shoes for boat-to-shore movements and slippery decks—some coves have rocky entry points.
Hydrate and layer
Carry a refillable bottle and a light windproof layer for cooler sea breezes after midday.
Swimsuit and quick‑dry towel
For swimming in the clear pools and drying off quickly between stops.
summer
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the archipelago’s marine ecosystem.
summer
Water shoes
Provide traction stepping on rocky shores and boarding small tenders.
spring
Light windproof jacket
Useful on the boat when winds pick up, especially in mornings or late afternoons.
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