OLBIA BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Island-Hopping La Maddalena: A Minibus and Motonave Day from Olbia
A full-day transfer by minibus from Olbia to Cannigione followed by a motonave tour through the La Maddalena archipelago — this guide distills the route, stops, and practical details for the outing.
Island-Hopping La Maddalena: A Minibus and Motonave Day from Olbia.
From Olbia you head inland briefly by minibus and then out to sea: a daylong circuit of the La Maddalena archipelago that pairs easy land transfer with a motonave navigation among granite isles, beach stops for swimming and snorkeling, a visit to La Maddalena’s historic center and scenic passages by Budelli and the Manto della Madonna.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A full circuit of the Maddalena isles
The day includes navigation between Caprera and Santo Stefano with panoramic passages past Budelli, the Manto della Madonna, Palau and Capo d’Orso, and a stop in the town of La Maddalena.
Minibus transfer plus motonave and lunch on board
The experience starts with a minibus transfer from Olbia to the port of Cannigione, followed by boarding the motonave; lunch is served aboard during the first part of the afternoon navigation.
Sandy coves and crystal-clear swimming stops
The itinerary includes bathing stops at Spargi and Santa Maria and panoramic passes that take in Budelli — the tour is designed for swimming, snorkeling and relaxed beach time.
What the day feels like
What to Expect
Expect a structured, full-day outing: morning pickup in Olbia and transfer to Cannigione, boarding the motonave for a sequence of scenic transits, a visit ashore to La Maddalena’s centro storico and multiple water stops for swimming and snorkeling, with lunch served on board and a late-afternoon return to Cannigione and onward by minibus to Olbia.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day trip suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full-day experience lasting approximately 9 hours, with morning departure from Olbia and return in the late afternoon.
Pickup in Olbia (meeting at Molo Benedetto Brin) with included minibus transfer to the port of Cannigione for motonave boarding and a return transfer at the end of the day.
Prepare swimwear and a towel for the planned bathing stops, and sun protection; a change of clothes for the return trip is advisable.
Lunch is served on board during the early afternoon navigation.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 9 hours.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point is in Olbia (Molo Benedetto Brin) for the minibus transfer to Cannigione.
Is lunch included?
Yes — lunch is served on board during the first part of the afternoon.
Are infants allowed?
No — neonates aged 0–2 years are not admitted on this activity.
Is the tour accessible to people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users?
No — the activity is not accessible to people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users.
Which islands and landmarks does the tour visit?
The itinerary includes navigation between Caprera and Santo Stefano, a stop at the island of La Maddalena (historic center), bathing stops at Spargi and Santa Maria, and panoramic passages past Budelli, the Manto della Madonna, Palau and Capo d’Orso.