52 feet sailboat
Sailing trip to Sardinia:
7 days Emerald Coast adventure
BOAT
BASE
Olbia
ACCOMMODATION
Double cabin
7 nights
CAPACITY
8 max.
COOK/
FOOD
Full board
PRICE
From 1550 €/pax
DIFFICULTY
Medium/Low
NAVIGATION
≈3/day
GENERAL
Trip
We are delighted to present an exclusive sailing trip to Sardinia, meticulously curated by Mêlée Travels. This voyage offers a unique opportunity to explore the lesser-known charms of the north-eastern coastline, a true gem of this enchanting island.
Get to know the island of Sardinia by cruising along its Costa Smeralda. The warm weather and summer breezes make it the perfect place for sailing from beach to beach.
A short distances between points of interest make for a trip in which you will have the opportunity to do a lot of things. Sailing, sightseeing, swimming and above all enjoying the sea..
The proposed trip very balanced combination of experiences that will not leave you indifferent.
Sailing along the Emerald Coast by sailboat will allow you to visit the national park of the Maddalena archipelago. With its spectacular beaches and bays, some of which are considered the best in the Mediterranean.
Crosses the Strait of Bonifacio under sailas all great sailors have done at some time in their lives.
We invite you to join us on this Sardinia sailing cruise and we guarantee that you will experience a great adventure. We are waiting for you on board!
If, on the other hand, you prefer a travel in sailing in Sardinia by private boat visit our section of rent a boat in Sardinia for private groups.
How it works
- Sardinia sailing trip to Sardinia led by a skipper who is in charge of steering the boat and showing you the activities proposed during the week of sailing.
It should be noted that there is no guide on board for the visits.
- We try to plan an ambitious itinerary because we like to make the most of the areas where we are sailing. We will sail a few extra miles so as not to miss anything in the north of Sardinia. We guarantee to visit the most interesting places in the area.
The route is subject to change due to weather conditions and problems with mooring reservations. The safety of the yacht and passengers always comes first.
- You will live the experience of travelling to Sardinia by sailboat with other people. You will share the trip with people who are just as keen to enjoy themselves as you are. Each pair of passengers will stay in their own cabin with private bathroom.
- You will learn the concepts of sailing. You will have the opportunity to steer the boat and take part in the sailing manoeuvres on board, if you are interested of course. The skipper will be happy to show you what you need to know.
- The final price is fixed, it does not vary at all.. No matter what fuel, port taxes or food you consume at the end of the trip. You will pay nothing more.
- The cook is included. You will not have to cook. You do not have to buy food on arrival, nor during the week.. This way, you will have much more time during the week to enjoy yourselves. You will also be able to order any type of food in advance.
- Travel itinerary may vary depending on external factors such as weather and availability of moorings. Unlike larger vessels, where the itinerary is fixed.
You can check in our section for shared groups. cabin charter sailing trips more information on how this type of travel works.
Skippers
Joan
With over 25,000 miles under keel, I have always been involved in sailing with passengers, who taught me everything I know.
I will try to make sure that you have a great time and a nice experience near the sea 😉.
I like to discover new places, new beaches, new adventures, new islands... do you want to discover them with me?
* Skippers may change due to force majeure.
ITINERARY
Emerald Coast
Day 1: Marina Olbia - Tavolara Island
Day 2: Tavolara Island - Emerald Coast Beaches - Cotticio Cove
Day 3: Cotticio Cove - Bonifacio
Day 4: Bonifacio - Maddalena Village
Day 5: Maddalena Village - Maddalena Archipelago Beaches
Day 6: Maddalena Archipelago - Emerald Coast
Day 7: Costa Smeralda - Marina Olbia
Total Miles: 120
Map North Sardinia
Map of the Maddalena Archipelago
Tour
Day 1: FIRST NIGHT TAVOLARA ISLAND
We cast off around 17h from the base in Olbia, with the sailboat at sea. We have checked that everything is ready to set sail.
The island of Tavolara is just a stone's throw away, we are there in 1h:30m. Anchoring and spending the night on its southernmost beach with views of the majestic mountain of Punta Canone is a must.
Day 2: EMERALD COAST BEACHES
Today we sail along the Emerald Coast. We weigh anchor and head north. We have about 2 hours to reach the famous Emerald Coast with its beautiful beaches.
The first stop is the well-known beach of Capriccioli. Its waters are marvellous. Here we have lunch.
Later we set course for the Maddalena archipelago. We will look for a safe anchorage for the night.
We are preparing to attack the Strait of Bonifacio tomorrow, and thus cross to Corsica. The sooner we do this, the better for the progress of the trip. Although we depend on the weather. We are looking for the best winds to do so.
Day 3: BONIFACIO STRAIT
With the weather well studied, we set off at the best time to have a good sailing voyage to Corsica. Today we cross the Strait of Bonifacio.
After an exciting sailing trip, we arrived at the village of Bonifacio in Corsica and moored the yacht. Its cliff-top village is charming.
We don't waste a minute and leave the boat to explore the area.
Day 4: DEPARTING FROM BONIFACIO TO THE SOUTH
The visit to Bonifacio was fantastic. You bought all the souvenirs that were left in the shop for the family 😁.
Once again, with the weather in mind, we will cross the Strait of Bonifacio. But this time heading south, towards Sardinia on the way back. On the way we will try to stop at the paradisiacal anchorages of the islands of Razzoli and Cavallo.
It was a beautiful sailing trip. We reached the Maddalena archipelago. We look for one of its coves where we can have a relaxing lunch.
Today we spend the night in the village of La Maddalena. We have to refuel with water. We go down for dinner in one of its appetising restaurants.
Day 5: ARCHIPIÉLAGO DE LA MADDALENA
Today in the morning you have time to rent a bike or scooter to visit the island of Maddalena and Caprera, linked by road. A beautiful excursion not to be missed.
We had a great time with the bike going round and round. We have refuelled with water and food until the end of the trip. This is the last day we will touch land before the end of the trip.
We set sail from Maddalena. We have a couple of days to fully explore this fantastic archipelago of unspoilt islands and 5-star beaches. We want to see as many places as possible.
Depending on the wind, we look for a cove on the leeward side to spend the night.
Day 6: ARCHIPIÉLAGO DE LA MADDALENA
You will love the anchorages of these islands. Unspoilt coves, white sand, transparent waters. Waking up in this scenery is brutal. Some of the beaches are truly postcard-perfect.
We've made a note of the most beautiful beaches. We go one after the other so as not to miss any of them. Today we will anchor at Caprera. The neighbouring island of La Maddalena.
Day 7: COSTA ESMERALDA BEACHES
Today we must say goodbye to the Maddalena archipelago. It has been a pleasure to get to know such beautiful places. We head south back to the marina in Olbia.
On the way we stop at one of the best beaches of Costa Smeralda, Pevero Bay. A last dip in the sea and then we will arrive at marina Olbia in the late afternoon.
It has been an amazing trip and we have had a lot of experiences. We disembark the next day at 9am. This is the end of your adventure on board.
We remind you that the proposed itinerary is subject to weather conditions in the area and at the time. The skipper may change the route for the safety of the passengers and the boat.
We will also be able to modify the mooring points fixed in the ship's itinerary due to problems with port bookings.
Activities
Sailing
Sailing in the north of Sardinia is very good. Westerly winds sailing downwind ensure good sailing in calm seas.
During the journey, there are numerous sailing manoeuvres and steering of the boat. You can participate whenever you feel like it and learn the basics of sailing. Your skipper will be happy to show you what you need to know.
Snorkel
The waters around the Maddalena Archipelago National Park are full of life and it is easy to spot underwater fauna just by snorkelling.
One of the advantages of travelling to Sardinia by sailboat is that you will have the whole day to snorkel. The more observant among you are sure to spot some of the local species.
Trekking
The excursions on the islands belonging to the Maddalena archipelago are great for disembarking on the beach and doing a little trekking inland.
Short walks along the beach at sunset are a great way to round off a busy day on the boat.
Swimming
The early morning swim is the most pleasurable of the day, as well as a luxury available to few. All you have to do is put on your swimming costume and jump off your boat.
Bicycle
The national park of the Maddalena archipelago is ideal for cycling.
Get your legs ready to cycle along the paths of the island of Maddelene and Caprera. Cycling them allows you to admire all their beauty slowly.
Cultural visits
The most beautiful village of the trip is Bonifacio, on the southernmost coast of Corsica.
A visit to the old town on top of the cliffs is a must. A pleasant dinner in one of its restaurants is the best reward after crossing the Strait of Bonifacio.
Highlights
Village of Bonifacio
Bonifacio is located in the southernmost part of Corsica. Its privileged location overlooking the strait between Corsica and Sardinia makes it special. It is one of the most beautiful cities of Corsica.
It is divided into two parts. The lower part. With the marina and the moored boats, full of cafés and terraces where you can enjoy your leisure time.
And the upper part. Where the old town is located, with its old houses and narrow streets climbing up to the top of the cliffs outlined by the wind.
Maddalena Archipelago National Park
The national park of the Maddalena archipelago is composed of 60 islands, islets and rocks. The first national park in Sardinia, created in 1996.
Only the island of Maddalena is inhabited with a stable population. It is linked to the neighbouring island of Caprera by a wooden bridge.
An area of great environmental interest due to the quality of its waters. Shallow waters. That together with its nature make a paradisiacal setting that is hard to beat.
Its beaches are considered the best in Sardinia and among the best in the Mediterranean.
Emerald Coast
Located on the north-east coast of Sardinia. A glamorous area where many wealthy people have set up their holiday base. Luxury villas, golf courses, marinas and dream beaches are just some of the things you can find in Costa Smeralda.
Visiting the Emerald Coast by sailboat we will reach the most famous beaches. Capriccioli and Grande Pevero are some of them. We will not miss them from our boat.
Tavolara Island
The island of Tavolara is located on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, off the Gulf of Olbia, just 10 miles from the town of Olbia.
This prominent crag is visible from afar, with its Cannone Point at its highest point of 564 metres.
From here there are panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, the entire emerald coast and even the Strait of Bonifacio.
Maddalena Village
La Maddalena is the only stable village in the Maddalena archipelago. It was founded in 1770. A place disputed in ancient times for its strategic value, controlling the Strait of Bonifacio, and its granite stone.
Its economy is currently based on tourism. The most important activities are the sale of local crafts and local products.
A colourful and charming village, very pleasant to stroll in the evening along its harbour and narrow streets.
PRICES AND DATES
Rates 2026
| July and August | June and September | |
| Double cabin with shared bathroom (1 person) | 2590€ | 2490€ |
| Double cabin with private bathroom (1 person) | 2890€ | 2790€ |
| Double cabin with shared bathroom (2 persons) | 1450€ | 1350€ |
| Double cabin with private bathroom (2 persons) | 1590€ | 1490€ |
* Prices in euros per person.
Included:
- Professional skipper from our team who will guide you during the week.
- Cook included. You will not have to cook or buy food during the week.
- The stay in a cabin on the boat.
- Bed linen and shower towels only, one set.
- Snorkelling equipment.
- 2 paddle surfboards.
- We give you a physical Trip Book of your trip with all your photos so you will never forget it, every 2 people.
Not included:
- Destination fee: 250 euros/person. *
- Flights.
- 3 dinners outside the ship are compulsory.
- Alcoholic beverages on board (except beer in moderate consumption).
- Travel insurance.
Clarifications:
* The destination fee includes all costs for food and drink, fuel and moorings for the whole week. Whatever we spend, you will not pay more. Non-alcoholic drinks are included, also beer in moderate consumption.
Discounts:
- 5% for bookings made before 31 January.
- 5 % for repeater customers.
Non-cumulative.
How we work
DIRECT ORGANISERS
We do not delegate to third parties
We make sure everything goes smoothly
RELIABLE SHIPS
We sail boats less than 8 years old
The new models are amazing
With less wear and tear and less risk of breakdowns. You will notice it!
LICENSED AGENCY
We can organise any service for you
Also make you an itinerary and you make the reservations.
WE GUARANTEE THE JOURNEYS
Trips are guaranteed with a minimum of 6 passengers.
WE RESPECT SPACE/PASSENGER
The maximum number of passengers is 8
You will have more space and therefore more comfort.
FIXED PRICE
No matter how much fuel, moorings or food you consume
You will not pay more
FULL BOARD
You won't have to cook or shop
You will have more time to enjoy yourself
SKIPPERS OF OUR TEAM
You will always have someone on board you can trust
Our skipper will take care of you during the week and will try to make sure you enjoy the week to the fullest.
COMPLETE AND FUN ROUTES
We design our cabin charter sailing trips with you in mind
You will see and learn things you can't imagine.
Dates
A guaranteed trips are always carried out and do not require a minimum number of passengers.
A open trips confirmed for 6 passengers and more.
The trips are 7 days long, Saturday departures:
Boarding time is 17-19h in the afternoon at the indicated port. It is possible to board passengers arriving on later flights.
The boat arrives back in the same port on Friday around 17-18h, spending the last night from Friday to Saturday already moored in port. Disembarkation time is Saturday 8-9h at the latest, although it is possible to disembark the same Friday afternoon.
ACCOMMODATION
Sailing boat: Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
Accommodation on the yacht consists of the following types of cabins:
- Double cabin for 1 person travelling alone who wants a cabin for single use. Shared bathroom with 2 or 3 other people.
- Double cabin for 1 person travelling alone who wants a cabin for single use. Private bathroom.
- Double cabin for 2 persons. Private bathroom.
- Double cabin for 2 people. Shared bathroom with 2 or 3 other people.
The bathroom is shared with 2 or 3 other people.
Characteristics of the ship:
| Type | Sailboat | |
| Length | 16 m. | |
| Sleeve | 5,0 m. | |
| No. of passengers max. | 8 | |
| Year | 2021 | |
| A/C | No | |
| Cabin fan | Yes | |
| Paddle surf boards | 2 | |
Latest models from the Beneteau Oceanis shipyard. Boats considered to be in the Premium category. And that are a little ahead of their competitors. To be highlighted:
- Model 51 is one of the company's flagships. It is simply spectacular. When you see it, you won't believe it.
- Boats with beautiful finishes and a very avant-garde line.
- One of the largest folding bathing platforms in its length for easy bathing in the coves.
- Efficient interior space optimisation without a card table.
- They are one of the shipyards that provide greater breadth and width in their ships.
GET THERE
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Our bases are located in all the marinas between Olbia and Cannigione.
The best way to get there is to fly direct from Spain to Olbia and then take a taxi to the boarding point.
Flights
GO
Arrival in Olbia from Barcelona:
- There are no direct flights until 26 June. For departures before 26 June, you will have to make 1 stopover in Italy.
- From 26 June to 11 September there is a direct flight on Saturdays.
- From 11 September there are no direct flights. For cruises after 11 September you will have to make 1 stopover in Italy.
Arrival in Olbia from Madrid:
- There are direct flights on all dates on Saturdays.
RETURN
Departure from Olbia to Barcelona:
- There are no direct flights until 26 June. For departures before 26 June, you will have to make 1 stopover in Italy.
- From 26 June to 11 September there is a direct flight from Barcelona and Madrid at different times.
- From 11 September there are no direct flights. For cruises after 11 September you will have to make 1 stopover in Italy.
Departure from Olbia to Madrid:
- There are direct flights on all dates on Saturdays.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Expenses during the voyage
Expected expenses for a one-week trip can be around 100 euros per person, but this is relative and depends on the traveller:
- Transport, bus or taxi on the first day.
- Restaurants during the week. At least 3 dinners out.
- Souvenirs.
- Extra activities. 1 day scooter or car rental in the Maddalena.
Credit cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants.
Currency exchange
Sardinia belongs to Italy and the currency is the Euro. You can either bring euros from home or withdraw them from cash machines. If you withdraw from ATMs, banks charge between 4% and 5% commission.
Before travelling, it is advisable to visit your bank to confirm that your credit card will work in the country. Also ask about the commission for withdrawals from ATMs abroad.
Telephone and internet
- Since June 2017, the vast majority of phone companies have incorporated roaming (data consumption and calls outside Spain) in our tariffs. Now there is no extra cost for consuming data or minutes of our tariffs outside the Spanish territory in a number of countries of the European Union, Italy being one of them.
- We recommend that you always go abroad with your internet data connected. This will give you a lot of security so that you will not get lost at any time.
- Coverage during the route is not always guaranteed and you will not always enjoy 4G or 5G, only normal speed.
Medical expenses
- The trip to Sardinia by sailboat does not include travel insurance to cover hypothetical medical expenses at the destination. Please contact us to request one.
- If you are not covered for medical expenses at your destination, you can also apply for a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). You can order it online and it takes a week to arrive by post.
GALLERY
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Reviews on Google
Blanca
2 years ago
It was my first trip and I am looking forward to more. Everything was great
Javier Ruiz-Calderón Martin de la Hinojosa
2 years ago
I booked a gulet trip in Turkey through them and everything was wonderful. Very reliable and professional agency 100%. Highly recommended
Ma Carmen Fernández
2 years ago
We are a family of 7 people, we are sailing in Croatia for 7 days this summer 2024.
The trip has been a fantastic experience, combining sailing and discovering wonderful beaches and bays during the day with visits to the cities in the afternoons and evenings (Vis, Hvar, Korcula, Stari Grad, Split and Trogir). All this under the guidance of our wonderful skipper, Pave.
We would like to thank Joan Nogueron, from the Melee Travels Agency, for his organisation, advice and tips to make this trip a success.
Thank you for everything, we will surely repeat in another destination.
The trip has been a fantastic experience, combining sailing and discovering wonderful beaches and bays during the day with visits to the cities in the afternoons and evenings (Vis, Hvar, Korcula, Stari Grad, Split and Trogir). All this under the guidance of our wonderful skipper, Pave.
We would like to thank Joan Nogueron, from the Melee Travels Agency, for his organisation, advice and tips to make this trip a success.
Thank you for everything, we will surely repeat in another destination.
Alba Forteza López
2 years ago
I booked a trip to Turkey by gulet with Mêlée Travels and I couldn't be happier. Joan, is super professional, at all times informed me about the trip, route and characteristics of the trip in a very accessible way. Thank you very much for everything, thanks to you it has been an unforgettable trip. A very reliable agency, I will recommend you as much as I can!
Marta CR
2 years ago
The trip itself has been good, for the places we have been able to enjoy and certainly for the company, but we would not repeat with this company, we had chosen precisely this one because of the comments and in our case they have not been adjusted to reality.
- The food was scarce, it had the feeling of being in camps, with a daily pasta menu with very basic preparations, and the breakfasts were also very scarce. Luckily in port we were buying our own bread and pastries to be able to have a good breakfast. We know that the cook who usually does the crossing failed and the new one was not used to these tasks on a ship, but I consider that the passengers should not pay for these inconveniences. The same goes for the mess and lack of cleanliness in the galley. I would like to thank Lucia and Lourdes, two crew members who took charge of the galley and solved a large part of the problem.
- The whole week without air conditioning due to a breakdown. We are in the month of July and it was really oppressive to sleep in port with so much heat at night.
Finally, this is a high value trip and we feel that we should have received better attention from MeleTravels, when we exposed the problems we encountered, they were all just a bunch of baloney without taking any blame.
- The food was scarce, it had the feeling of being in camps, with a daily pasta menu with very basic preparations, and the breakfasts were also very scarce. Luckily in port we were buying our own bread and pastries to be able to have a good breakfast. We know that the cook who usually does the crossing failed and the new one was not used to these tasks on a ship, but I consider that the passengers should not pay for these inconveniences. The same goes for the mess and lack of cleanliness in the galley. I would like to thank Lucia and Lourdes, two crew members who took charge of the galley and solved a large part of the problem.
- The whole week without air conditioning due to a breakdown. We are in the month of July and it was really oppressive to sleep in port with so much heat at night.
Finally, this is a high value trip and we feel that we should have received better attention from MeleTravels, when we exposed the problems we encountered, they were all just a bunch of baloney without taking any blame.
Maite Gonzalez
3 years ago
Great! Wonderful experience, for costa esmeralda, it was my first time...and I will repeat, Joan a supercapi
gives you a lot of security and is a professional
And Anita spoiled us a lot with her dishes and her company, and the group was super.
And the journey both at sea and on land
It was short, what a feeling of freedom
I recommend it 💯
gives you a lot of security and is a professional
And Anita spoiled us a lot with her dishes and her company, and the group was super.
And the journey both at sea and on land
It was short, what a feeling of freedom
I recommend it 💯
CARMELA Gonzalez
3 years ago
Very good sailing!
Adria Comos
3 years ago
Great experience! Experienced captain and the assistant was great (great cook). 100% holiday well spent! 👍
Marta M
3 years ago
Wonderful experience, good organisation and visits to beautiful places. We came back delighted with the Croatian Islands!
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