Spend golden hour on a catamaran around Asinara National Park with two swim stops and a Sardinian aperitif. This 3–4 hour outing pairs clear-water swims with cured meats, local cheeses and sparkling wine as the sun falls over limestone cliffs.
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You step aboard as the harbor light thins and the sea takes on a pewter sheen; the catamaran slips away from the quay and the island’s limestone silhouette grows, patient and white against the lowering sky. The breeze fills the sails, the boat heels gently, and the first anchorage — a shallow horseshoe of sand locals call the “small Maldives” — dares you into water so clear the seabed reads like a map.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; suitable for people comfortable with short swims, ladder boarding, and standing for periods
Wildlife
History
Asinara was used for quarantine and later as a prison into the late 20th century; its restricted past helped preserve habitats that are now part of a national park.
Conservation
Asinara is a protected marine and terrestrial park—respect anchoring zones, avoid disturbing wildlife, and remove all trash to help protect seagrass and seals.
Reserve your spot on the Sunset aperitif on a catamaran in the Asinara island park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a wind layer
Even in summer the bay cools quickly after sunset; a lightweight windbreaker keeps you comfortable on deck.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect seagrass and marine life by choosing biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen for swims.
Secure footwear
Non-slip shoes help when boarding over ladders and walking on wet decks or rocky shorelines.
Motion-sickness prep
If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative medication before boarding and stay on deck where you can watch the horizon.
Swimsuit
Needed for the two scheduled swim stops in clear coastal water.
summer
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the park’s marine habitats during sun exposure.
summer
Light windbreaker or fleece
Keeps you warm on deck as the sun drops and the breeze freshens.
spring
Non-slip deck shoes or water shoes
Useful for boarding, moving on wet decks, and short landings on rocky shores.
summer