4.8
| 158 reviews

Sea Kayak in Sardinia

Italy
4 nights
Moderate

Paddle to remote beaches, swim in crystal-clear coves and spend your evenings indulging in delicious Sardinian food

What's Included?

Activities & Certified Guides

All itinerary activities with local qualified English-speaking guides

Guesthouse

4 nights in an Agriturismo

Meals

Munch on tasty local food throughout

Equipment

All your sea kayaking equipment

Small Like-minded Groups

Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 7 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people
From

…

excluding flights

What's it like?

4.8
| 158 reviews
Brilliant
June 2024
Sarah A.
Perfect Kayaking Holiday
June 2024
Niamh S.
Fantastic holiday, brilliant kayaking, wonderful people
June 2024
Luan M.
Fantastic holiday, brilliant kayaking, wonderful people
June 2024
Luan M.
Fantastic holiday, brilliant kayaking, wonderful people
June 2024
Luan M.
Fantastic holiday, brilliant kayaking, wonderful people
June 2024
Luan M.
Fantastic holiday, brilliant kayaking, wonderful people
June 2024
Luan M.
Fab trip
June 2024
Linda S.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
The perfect mix of activity
June 2024
Christina K.
Definately a much better adventure!
June 2024
Suzannah R.
Definately a much better adventure!
June 2024
Suzannah R.
Great trip!
April 2024
Sarah P.
Great trip!
April 2024
Sarah P.
Great trip!
April 2024
Sarah P.
This was the perfect first solo holiday. Go...
November 2023
Sarah
This was the perfect first solo holiday. Go...
November 2023
Sarah
This was the perfect first solo holiday. Go...
November 2023
Sarah
This was the perfect first solo holiday. Go...
November 2023
Sarah
Our trip with Clark and Jamie was great! Th...
November 2023
Hollie
Our trip with Clark and Jamie was great! Th...
November 2023
Hollie
Our trip with Clark and Jamie was great! Th...
November 2023
Hollie
Absolutely amazing trip!! Getting to see a...
November 2023
Kaci
Absolutely amazing trip!! Getting to see a...
November 2023
Kaci
Absolutely amazing trip!! Getting to see a...
November 2023
Kaci

Kayak through turquoise waters beside the towering cliffs of Sardinia’s rugged coastline, exploring sea caves and arches

Snorkel and swim off hidden beaches, chilling out on quiet golden sands backed by epic scenery between paddles

Stay in a family-run agriturismo where you can enjoy local wines and tuck into fresh produce grown on site

Featured as 'an adventure holiday to get the heart racing' by The Independent, and 'one of the best spring breaks in rural Europe' by The Guardian

Key Information

Day 1

Settle in

Alghero, Sardinia

Check into your agriturismo (guesthouse on a working farm), relax and spend the afternoon exploring the area at your own pace. Sunbathe by the pool or take a self-guided hike to Monte Doglia, then sit down in the evening for a delicious dinner of home-cooked Sardinian food and wine while you get to know your fellow paddlers.

Day 2

Take to the water

Sardinia

Kayaking

4-5hrs

Review your equipment and then head out onto the Mediterranean and an area rich in marine life – the Porto Conte Regional Park. Paddle past the towering sea cliffs and caves of the famous Capo Caccia and stop for lunch on the sand at Cala di Inferno. Take some time to snorkel, sunbathe and swim, then continue your journey to Cala di Dragonera where you'll get the chance to try some refreshing ice cream or cold brew. Return to your agriturismo and unwind with a glass of wine, before sitting down to another tasty, home-cooked Sardinian meal.

Day 3

Punta Negra

Kayaking

4-5hrs

Explore a remarkable seascape of cliffs, caves and wave-carved arches as you paddle through the unbelievably blue waters today. You'll stop at a quiet beach for lunch and some more swimming – the beaches of Cala di la Donne and Abra Massa are particularly good for snorkelling. Be sure to build up an appetite, as there's more delicious food and wine to tuck into in the evening.

Day 4

The wild west coast

Sardinia

Kayaking

4hrs

Follow the stunning shoreline of Sardinia’s wild west coast. Swim, snorkel or just chill out, then celebrate the end of an amazing few days with drinks and live music at the Melting Pot Beach Bar on Lido Beach, or at Il Baretto on Porto Ferro Beach.

Day 5

Head for home

Sardinia

After breakfast, head back to the airport and your flight home with plenty of pictures and stories to share with your friends.

Day 1

Guesthouse · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 2 – Day 4

Guesthouse · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 5

Departure day

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

What is the food like?

As it's also a working farm, your agriturismo produces their own vegetables, olives and fruit, as well as raising a wide-variety of livestock. These ingredients make it onto the dinner table each night in fresh, delicious Sardinian meals, served in platters of antipasti, pasta dishes, vegetables and meats to share at each table. Typical items include focaccia, pizza, salad, gnocchi, ravioli, wild boar, suckling pig, seasonal vegetables, sheep’s milk cheese and delicious dolce. Local wine is included with dinner. While sea kayaking, you’ll have a packed picnic lunch with fresh fruit, a sandwich, snacks and a drink.

As most meals are prepared and served to share, please contact your host to ensure any dietary requirements you may have can be catered for.

What is the accommodation like?

Agriturismo

You’ll be staying in twin (or double on request) rooms at either Agriturismo Agave or in Agriturismo Barbagia. Both are located just outside Alghero, and are still operated as small family businesses. They are both working home farms and feature ensuite rooms, WiFi, a large veranda, a sun terrace, and a wine cellar stocked with local wines. Both kitchens create amazing meals from ingredients produced on the farm.

Upgrades

For solo travellers looking for their own space, an optional private room can be booked for an extra charge, see Optional Extras for the price. Please request this at the time of booking (this is subject to availability)

This trip has been rated as Moderate

This trip is suitable for beginner or intermediate level sea kayakers, with comprehensive instruction provided by your guides. You must be able to swim and a good level of fitness and stamina will help you enjoy your time on the water to the fullest. You should also be prepared to participate with moving the kayaks, paddles and equipment to and from the shoreline. You will paddle approximately 8-15km per day, depending on the group and the weather conditions.

From May to October the daytime temperatures in Sardinia range from 22 – 30 °C and cool off to 11 – 18 °C at night. From November to April the daytime temperatures range from 14 –18 °C and cool off to 10 – 13 °C at night. Rain is uncommon, so you're sure to get a lot of sun. For more weather info have a look here

Sea Kayaking often requires a flexible approach and adapting to the conditions of the day, so even if bad weather or sea conditions happen, your expert guides will make a judgement on how to make the best of the conditions available, whilst prioritising safety.

The Area

map

Logistics

Starts

Your agriturismo

Any time on Day 1

Ends

Your agriturismo

Any time on Day 5

Transfers

Your adventure begins any time on Day 1 at the agriturismo (the exact one will be confirmed by your host before departure). If you arrive in time, you will meet your fellow adventurers at the agriturismo at 20:00 for dinner on Day 1. Book any flight which works for your travel plans. The closest airport is Alghero Airport (AHO) and this is recommended by your host.

Transfers are not included, but your host can either arrange a taxi transfer to the agriturismo for you in advance or if you prefer to take your own when you arrive, there are plenty available outside. It is only a 10-minute taxi ride to your accommodation.

If you’re not able to fly into Alghero Airport on Day 1, you could book an extra night or two and enjoy some sightseeing in Alghero. While your host is unable to book pre-trip accommodation for you, they would be very happy to offer suggestions according to your needs and often recommend staying in or near to Alghero's old town.

You are free to depart anytime on Day 5, again you'll just need a quick taxi to the airport which your host can help you to organise.

Travel options

There are regular flights to Alghero from airports across the UK and Europe (some with connections in Bologna, Milan, Bordeaux or Madrid). It’s often easier to search for two single flights rather than a return.

While there are direct flights from the UK into Olbia, it's recommended to arrive early and to set off for Alghero no later than lunchtime if opting for this route, as it can take at least three hours to travel from Olbia on the east coast to Alghero on the west coast via train and/or bus. Taxis charge in the region of €200.

If you have any questions about your flights and transfers, please contact your host and they will be able to help out!

Enjoy 12.5% Off Outdoor Gear

In need of a few more items? All bookings receive a 12.5% discount to use at Cotswold Outdoor, Snow + Rock and Runner's Need.

What's included?

  • Kayak (single or double)
  • Paddle
  • PFD
  • Spray deck
  • 10L drybag and water shoes
  • Snorkelling gear

If you're an experienced kayaker, let your host know and they will arrange the right kayak for you.

What do I need to bring?

  • Light-weight, long-sleeve shirt for paddling
  • Swim shorts
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunblock)
  • Casual clothes for evenings at the agriturismo and in town
  • Autumn trips - warmer clothes e.g. fleece, sweater
  • Reusable water bottle
*Requests for optional extras can be made after booking on your “My Bookings” page

Optional Private Room Upgrade

Payable Before Departure

Optional Private Room Upgrade

…

Sarah R.(July 2024)
30 Jun - 4 July 24

The group was great and so was our agriturismo. There are definitely some improvements that can be made however, especially ensuring that the description matches what is given. For example, it says in the description that we would get dessert with dinner, but none was provided. After the first day Clark said that it should be. When we then asked the agriturismo staff, they said it wasn't. When we went back to Clark about this he was quite rude saying 'it depends how you interpret the information - it says typically includes - not DOES include', even though he had also said the days before it should have been included. It was more the way he said it too, implying that we were being unreasonable. Also it states that the room have air conditioning, and they don't. They just had a fan. As were were quite isolated and there are no shops nearby, having a kettle in the room would be much appreciated, allowing us to make our own hot drinks on return from canoeing as otherwise it was not possible to get one and staff at the agriturismo are often out working on the farm. Also it was not advertised that we could order hot drinks anyway. Having a guide that stayed with us throughout the trip would have been nicer, it would have allowed questions to be answered, and problems sorted straight away. Clark was only there for van driving and Manuel when we were on the water. On the first evening when they arrived at dinner Clark didn't even introduce himself. It was only when Manuel asked us our names after that introductions began and we assumed Clark was the other person. Manuel was great with the group. The only worry I had was on day 1 when there was thunder and lightening, he didn't seem to know that it was unsafe to kayak in lightening - Clark had to tell him.

Sarah A.(June 2024)
Brilliant
Our Purpose

To protect our world's wild places, one adventure at a time.

Book With Confidence

Find out how your booking is protected through our ABTOT membership
ATOL logoABTOT logoABTA logo

Positive impact adventure travel

Bcorp Logo
Responsible travel has always been at the core of what we do. Travelling with us means not just better trips for you, it's better for local communities, better for wildlife and better for the planet.
Learn More
About
Customers
Travel Companies
Partners
Much Better Adventures Logo
© Copyright Gentianes Solutions Ltd.Registration Number 06916506 (England and Wales)