12 Island Hopping Sailing Trips in Italy Worth Booking

1.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119Our pick

Set sail from Cannigione at 9:30 a.m. aboard a catamaran limited to 12 people. Your crew, including captains such as Luca, Francesco, or Alessio, serves Sardinian food, Vermentino, beer, and myrtle liqueur while you swim and snorkel around Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria.

“Our guides Lucca and his assistant were brilliant. Worked extremely hard and served us all day long. A fun and enjoying day.”

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2.La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,162 reviews · from $184

Spend seven hours sailing from Palau with a small group of up to 12 people. Your captain chooses three island stops based on wind and sea traffic, while the crew serves Sardinian aperitivo, pasta with sausage sauce, fruit, wine, prosecco, and Mirto.

“The Catamaran tour was absolutely amazing & so worth the money! Even though the weather was rubbish, we still had such an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!”

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3.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 952 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Start in Palau at 9:30 a.m. for a seven to eight-hour sailing day through La Maddalena National Park. Your skipper may be Giuseppe, Simone, Claudia, Alberto, or another Sardinia Sailing Tour captain. Expect pink beaches viewed from offshore, swimming, snorkeling, Sardinian food, Vermentino, and a maximum of 12 people.

“The most amazing boat trip with the best staff! I got to steer the boat! Lots of private beach time and I enjoyed snorkeling and seeing many first. Best part of my trip to Sardinia!”

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4.La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 921 reviews · from $113

Join a small catamaran from Palau with up to 12 people for a flexible day around Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria, or La Maddalena. Expect three swim stops, Sardinian snacks, wine, and either pasta lunch or aperitivo, with Franco and Fabio often leading the day.

“Wonderful day on a boat trip with snorkeling stops . Clarisa and captain made a great trip , served small snacks and ice tea . Recommend to everyone who enjoy a day on the boat ,snorkeling….”

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5.Archipelago Sailing Ship Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 903 reviews · 7 hours · from $77Best value

Join a multilingual crew, including guide Letizia on many departures, for a seven-hour motorsailer trip to Budelli, Santa Maria, and Spargi. Swim from the boat, visit Cala Corsara, view Spiaggia Rosa from the water, and bring lunch or buy pasta and drinks onboard.

“The boat was too crowded, too many passengers and the stops were too short. Overall the experience was nice, but there are things to improve. You can bring your own food or you can buy pasta and crepes on board. We got pasta al sugo di granchio and it was delicious.”

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6.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Set out at 9:30 a.m. from Yacht Club Punta Sardegna for a 7 to 8 hour catamaran trip with up to 12 people. Swim at Spargi and Porto della Madonna, view Pink Beach, and enjoy fish-based Sardianian lunch, wine, coffee, and snorkeling gear. Crew names may include Alberto and Alex.

“Five stars for this beautiful experience in the gorgeous Madelenna archipelago! Excellent captain and first mate, delicious apps, drinks and lunch all prepared by the 2 beautiful ladies! Perfect swim stops, breathtaking scenery! A must do if you are traveling in Sardinia!”

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7.Sailing boat from Santa Teresa di Gallura to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Set out at 9:30 a.m. from Santa Teresa di Gallura aboard a 49-foot sailing boat with up to 12 people. Carlo, Andrea, Marco, Lorenzo, and other rotating crew members serve lunch, drinks, and local insight while you visit Spargi, Santa Maria, Razzoli, and the protected Pink Beach.

“It was truly an unforgettable first sailing experience! I can’t thank Alessandro and Luca enough for being such wonderful hosts on this amazing trip. They were incredibly accommodating to everyone’s needs, generous with delicious food and drinks, and full of great insights that made the journey even more special. Even though most of us started as strangers, they created such a warm and inclusive atmosphere that it felt like sailing with old friends. I’ll cherish the memories from this trip forever!”

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8.2-Catamaran tour from Cannigione to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 446 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Sail from Cannigione aboard a small catamaran for a full day around Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. Swim and snorkel in clear bays, photograph Pink Beach from the water, and enjoy lunch, Vermentino, beer, and a relaxed crew such as Alberto, Valerio, or Alessio.

“Beautiful day on the boat. Captain Alberto and Valerio were lots of fun. We stopped at 3 different coves and did lots of swimming. We had a great group of people on the boat.”

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9.Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 407 reviews · from $135

Spend seven hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Palau, stopping at two or three islands such as Spargi, Budelli, or Santa Maria. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy pasta, bread, Vermentino, coffee, and sweets with a small crew. Routes change with weather, and guides speak English and Italian.

“Fantastic day out, amazing hosts and such a beautiful experience. 5 stars!”

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10.3-Catamaran from Cannigione to the islands of the Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Join a small-group catamaran trip from the Arzachena area at 9:30 a.m. for Spargi, Budelli’s Pink Beach, Porto Madonna, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. Francesco, Lorenzo, or Valerio may lead the day, with swimming, snorkelling, lunch, drinks, music, and a maximum of 12 people.

“Amazing day on the water! Francesco and Valerio were excellent - personable, hospitable and a lot of fun. Every stop was beautiful and the food was delicious. We recommend this trip to everyone!”

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11.Tour Sailboat 15 mt. BOARDING FROM LA MADDALENA islands Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 306 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Join Sardinia Sailing Tour at 9:30 a.m. for an eight-hour sail from La Maddalena. A crew such as Giuseppe, Salvatore, Denny, Ettore, or Max may guide you to Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria, with swimming, snorkeling, Sardinian food, wine, and mirto included.

“Loved it! The crew is awesome and experienced, the spots are well chosen to avoid the big crowds and the food is very comforting. Would recommend anytime”

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12.Catamaran tour Archipelago Maddalena (lunch included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about seven hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Palau, sailing among Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. The crew, sometimes including Domenico, Gioele, Giulio, or Umberto, chooses the best stops for the wind. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a Sardinian lunch, wine, and a maximum of 12 people.

“Great organization and punctual. Hosts were very attentive and felt safe. Nice lunch and beautiful areas. Only 12 people. Great size of group”

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