The 4 Sardinia Kayak Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Half Day Sea Kayak Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96Our pick

Set out from Via Gioiosa near Alghero with guides such as Clark or Yann for about three hours on Sardinia’s Porto Conte coast. Learn sea-kayak basics, visit Capo Caccia or Punta Negra, stop at a quiet bay to swim and snorkel, and explore a cave if weather allows.

“This was a fantastic day. Clark the guide and organiser was excellent - highly knowledgeable, patient, and calm. A great teacher. The kayaks and equipment were top quality and completely comprehensive - even down to string for glasses that might otherwise be lost! Clark also makes a delicious mortadella roll, and is great company. The trip is excellent value. This was one of the highlights of our trip to Sardinia - highly recommended. Worth remembering the full day trip is quite strenuous (it is sea kayaking after all), so if you doubt your stamina, message Clark and he'll advise. He's 100% trustworthy, and will make sure you have a great…”

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2.Exclusive Private Kayak Tour at Devil’s Saddle in Cagliari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Start at Marina Piccola at 9 a.m. for a 3.5-hour kayak and snorkel outing around Poetto and Sella del Diavolo. Your guide supplies the kayak, paddle, life jacket, and waterproof bag. Daniele has led highly praised outings, while weather may change the plan.

“We had a great time and there is no better way to see the beauty of this area. Our guide was informative, insightful and fun.”

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3.Golfo Aranci: Kayak tour with aperitif&dolphin sighting (max 9 Pax)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $59Best value

Join Philipp in a small English-speaking group for a 2.5 to 3-hour kayak trip from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. Learn safe paddling, stop at Cala Moresca for local snacks, paddle near Figarolo, and watch for wild dolphins by the fish farm. Morning and sunset aperitifs vary.

“Really nice experience with Philipp in a small group which made it so much more enjoyable. Philipp is very kind and thoughtful and made sure to give everyone in the group attention and to pass his knowledge of the area. I would definitely recommend.”

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4.Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tour at Golfo Aranci

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $63

Join Go Sea Kayak for a three-hour sunset paddle from Golfo Aranci to Isola di Figarolo and Cala Moresca, a regular dolphin area. Taran and the small team provide kayaks, safety gear, snorkeling equipment, and professional photos. No experience is needed, and children can join in double kayaks.

“Esperienza stupenda, ben oltre le aspettative. Taran insegnante e guida competente. Da rifare assolutamente. Siamo anche riusciti a vedere i delfini come da descrizione. Consigliatissimo.”

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