Spend an afternoon sailing the Marine Protected Area around Tavolara and Molara: snorkel in Molara’s clear pools, circle Tavolara’s dramatic headland, and finish with a Prosecco aperitif. This four-hour cruise includes skipper, fuel and snorkeling gear.
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The engine hum fades as the coast of northeastern Sardinia slides into view and a sheer granite wall—Tavolara—rises like a cliffside page of geological history. On this four-hour boat tour you move with the light, skimming turquoise shallows and dropping anchor where the sea softens into glass.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for average fitness: short swims from a low-boarding boat and gentle movement on deck.
Wildlife
History
Tavolara carries a local 19th‑century legacy—famously claimed as a tiny kingdom by the Bertoleoni family—and the islands reflect centuries of maritime use.
Conservation
The Marine Protected Area protects Posidonia meadows and nursery habitats—avoid anchoring on seagrass, don’t feed wildlife and use biodegradable sunscreen.
Reserve your spot on the Boat Tour in the Marine Protected Area of Tavolara and Molara today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning departures
Summer crowds fill the coves—choose an early departure for calmer seas and clearer water for snorkeling.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
The area protects sensitive Posidonia meadows—apply biodegradable sunscreen to avoid damaging marine life.
Bring water shoes
Granite shelves and boat ladders can be sharp; water shoes make swims and shore steps safer.
Secure sea sickness meds
Even on calm days, some sections can feel bumpy—take motion-sickness prevention if you’re prone.
Snorkel mask (optional if you prefer your own)
A personal mask fits better and fogs less than shared rentals.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet on granite rock and boat ladders during swims.
summer
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects both skin and the local Posidonia meadows.
summer
Light windbreaker or rashguard
Keeps you warm on the open deck when sea breezes cut the sun.
spring