CALASETTA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Four Hours Along Sardinia’s South-Western Edge: A Private Cruise from Calasetta to San Pietro
A 4-hour private boat tour from Calasetta that visits San Pietro/Carloforte, includes 2–3 skipper-selected swimming stops and multilingual commentary — this guide helps you prepare and know what to expect.
Four Hours Along Sardinia’s South-Western Edge: A Private Cruise from Calasetta to San Pietro.
Le isole di Sant'Antioco e San Pietro, al largo della Sardegna sudoccidentale, si scoprono meglio dal mare: questo tour privato parte da Calasetta e, accompagnato da uno skipper esperto, esplora coste frastagliate, acque cristalline e cale appartate, con soste per il bagno e racconti locali che danno senso al paesaggio.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Calasetta’s Signature Beaches and Headlands
The tour skirts the coastline near Calasetta, passing notable beaches such as Spiaggia di Sottotorre, Le Saline and Spiaggia Grande, together with the landmark Faro di Mangia Barche — ideal shoreline sights for the camera between swims.
San Pietro’s Coves and Carloforte
Isola di San Pietro (Carloforte) offers a string of inviting spots — from Spiaggia di Gudi and La Bobba to Le Colonne and Spiaggia La Caletta — that form the core island highlights guests typically visit on the route.
A Sequence of Small, Sculpted Bays
The island’s shore is punctuated by intimate inlets — Cala Fico, Cala Vinagra and Punta delle Oche among them — which create the sheltered swimming and snorkeling stops that define the outing’s rhythm.
What the day feels like
How the 4 Hours Unfold
In four hours you board at Calasetta, head out under the guidance of a local skipper and follow a flexible route that centers on Isola di San Pietro (Carloforte). The skipper chooses 2–3 of the day’s most scenic swim stops — agreed with the group — and provides multilingual explanations and local anecdotes as you drift between coves and beaches.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private cruise best suits — and who should avoid it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Valid identity document, appropriate swimwear, beach towel, head covering, sunscreen and snorkeling gear if you plan to snorkel.
Bring a form of ID and your personal swim/snorkel equipment for comfort and hygiene; sunscreen and a hat are recommended for protection during stops.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 4 hours with departures typically at 09:00 or 14:30.
Where do we meet for departure?
Meeting point is the Marina di Calasetta office at Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo, 1.
Will the skipper provide explanations in other languages?
Yes: the skipper delivers multilingual explanations in English, French, Spanish and Italian.
How many swim stops are there?
Expect 2 or 3 stops for swimming or snorkeling at the most picturesque points chosen by the skipper and agreed with the group.
Can I bring my pet on board?
No; animals such as dogs and cats are not allowed on board.
What should I bring for snorkeling?
Bring your own snorkeling equipment if you plan to snorkel; otherwise pack a towel, hat and sunscreen.