Sella del Diavolo Boat Tour — Cagliari 3-Hour Snorkel & Swim
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; should be comfortable entering/exiting a small boat and swimming short distances.
Overview
Circle the Sella del Diavolo on a small‑group 3‑hour boat tour from Marina del Sole. Four swim stops, onboard snorkeling gear, and close-up views of Capo Sant’Elia and the Gasole Pools make this a compact, high-reward introduction to Cagliari’s coast.
Sella del Diavolo Boat Tour — Cagliari 3-Hour Snorkel & Swim
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The Mediterranean opens like a door when the marina gate swings behind you—blue pressing at the hull, salt on the air, and the outline of Sella del Diavolo rising ahead like a cupped hand. On this three-hour Cagliari boat tour the sea does the guiding: it pulls you around hidden coves, hushes as you slip into glassy water, and frames the city’s sandstone cliffs with a clarity you only get from the water.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive early to the marina
Plan to be at Molo Sant’Elmo at least 15 minutes before departure—the skipper will meet you at the Marina del Sole gate wearing a white logo shirt and cap.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Posidonia seagrass is fragile—apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding and reapply sparingly from a dry towel rather than in the water.
Bring a waterproof camera or case
Snorkel stops reveal colorful fish and rock formations; a small waterproof camera captures more than a phone in a dry bag can.
If you get seasick, medicate before boarding
Morning tours often have the calmest seas but if you’re prone to motion sickness, take a preventive dose 30–60 minutes before departure.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean wrasse and colorful small fish among Posidonia meadows
- Occasional loggerhead sea turtle sightings in deeper waters
History
Sella del Diavolo is named for its saddle-like profile and has hosted lookouts and fortifications from Phoenician and Roman eras through modern times, watching over the Gulf of Angels.
Conservation
The coastline holds fragile Posidonia seagrass beds—avoid standing on seagrass, use reef‑safe products, and don't touch marine life to minimize impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Essential for the four swim stops and drying off on deck.
summer specific
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the local Posidonia seagrass habitat.
summer specific
Water shoes
Useful for rocky entries and scrambling onto small beaches comfortably.
spring specific
Small waterproof camera or phone case
Capture underwater life and cliffside views without risking your device.