Race a rib through Costa Smeralda’s clearest coves, swim at Cala Moresca, and sip Sardinian wine while a skipper hunts dolphin sightings. A compact, wildlife-forward half-day on the water.
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The bow cuts a bright wake across the Gulf of Cugnana and the granite headlands of Costa Smeralda slide past like sculpted cliffs. Salty wind pushes back your hair, the skipper scans the horizon, and the sea often answers with a spray of dolphins racing the boat. Stops at Cala Moresca and the islet of Figarolo open into water so transparent you can count the fish below.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; participants should be able to step on/off a small boat and swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
Costa Smeralda was heavily developed in the 1960s as an upscale coastal destination, built atop much older Sardinian fishing and pastoral traditions.
Conservation
Avoid anchoring on posidonia meadows, use reef-safe sunscreen, and pack out all trash to protect fragile marine habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Dolphins Rib boat (up 6 people) Private today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin and local seagrass by using reef-safe sunscreen and reapplying after swimming.
Pack a light wind shell
Even in summer the sea breeze can chill you on a RIB—bring a lightweight, windproof jacket.
Motion-sickness prep
If you’re sensitive to boat motion, take medication before boarding and stick to the center of the boat.
Protect belongings
Use a dry bag for phones, cameras, and wallets—spray from the bow is frequent on RIBs.
Mask and snorkel
For clear-water snorkeling at stops like Cala Moresca.
summer
Dry bag
Keeps valuables and electronics safe from spray.
Light windproof jacket
Blocks wind chill on early or late-season outings.
spring
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and sensitive marine habitats like posidonia meadows.
summer