Sail the Gulf of Angels: Cagliari Boat Tour to Cala Fighera, Poetto & Sella del Diavolo

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Light activity level; comfortable for most people who can manage short swims and steps on and off a small boat

Overview

A three-hour coastal cruise from Cagliari that threads past Poetto beach, Cala Fighera and the Sella del Diavolo. Perfect for swimmers, photographers, and anyone who wants a concentrated dose of southern Sardinia’s sea and shore.

Sail the Gulf of Angels: Cagliari Boat Tour to Cala Fighera, Poetto & Sella del Diavolo

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

You step from the marina into the steady, salt-scented air and the city falls away: Cagliari's red roofs and San Michele tower shrink behind you as the boat slides into the blue.

Adventure Tips

Bring swim gear and towel

There are multiple swim stops—bring a quick-dry towel and swimsuit to make the most of brief swims in clear water.

Sun protection is nonnegotiable

The Sardinian sun is intense; pack broad-spectrum sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for the open deck.

Prepare for motion

If you’re sensitive to rolling, take anti-nausea medication beforehand and sit midship where movement feels less pronounced.

Cash for local purchases

Bring small change for harborside cafes or extra tips—some small bars prefer cash over cards.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Mediterranean gulls
Occasional audiable pods of dolphins offshore

History

The Gulf of Angels has been a maritime crossroads since Phoenician and Roman times; Cagliari’s harbor grew around these bays and the Sella del Diavolo served as a natural lookout.

Conservation

The coastline is protected by local regulations limiting anchoring in sensitive seagrass beds; avoid dropping anchors on Posidonia meadows and dispose of waste ashore.