Thrilling places to visit

Sardinia, the pearl of the Mediterranean, has marvellous beaches, crystal clear seas and rich cultural history and traditions.
The beauty of the place, the extraordinary power of its wild nature, are the most evident attractions on this island.
There are many wonderful beaches easily reached from Porto Ottiolu appreciated for the clear and blue coloured waters and white sands.

Some kilometres further north there are the magnificent beaches of San Teodoro, Port Coda Cavallo and the beaches of Cala Girgolu, Brandinchi and Lu Impostu; further south are the beaches of Budoni and the Posada valley with its gulf that ends at Santa Lucia, a small town which is worth visiting.

Beaches

Bidderosa

Bidderosa

Some kilometres further south is The Posada valley with its gulf that ends at Santa Lucia, a small town which is worth visiting and especially the Bidderosa natural reserve with its parks and beaches.

Spiaggia di Budoni

Budoni

5 kms south of Ottiolu, is the small town of Budoni with a beautiful white sandy beach 4 kms long surrounded by a long  pine forest, easy to reach with a suggestive seaside walk or  by bike on  a flat path between small dunes and pine trees. There is also a large pond where if you are lucky  you can see the pink flamingos.

Cala Brandinchi

Cala Brandinchi

Gorgeous beaches a few kilometers from Port Ottiolu, which are particularly appreciated for their clear blue waters and white sands.

Cala Girgolu

Cala Girgolu

Un’altra spiaggia fantastica a pochi km a nord di San Teodoro, anche questa esemplare per le sue acque cristalline e la sabbia dorata che caratterizzano questo tratto di costa tanto bello quanto vario. La località è anche ricca di scogliere con imponenti rocce di granito rosa che si ergono a picco sul mare.

Capo Coda Cavallo

Capo Coda Cavallo

Gorgeous beaches a few kilometers from Port Ottiolu, which are particularly appreciated for their clear blue waters and white sands.

Golfo di Cala Gonone

The Golf of Cala Gonone

80 kms from Porto Ottiolu, for a tour, the place is  characterized by white cliffs and rocks overlooking the sea. It is one of the most beautiful coastal areas of Sardinia with its splendid coves accessible by boat or within a few hours walk by foot.

Isola di Tavolara

Tavolara Island

Tavolara Island and the island of Molara are part of a protected marine reserve, easily accessible by boat or dinghy directly from Port Ottiolu. The establishment of the marine park which extends to the border with all’Insuledda Ottiolu, has as its main purpose the protection of biodiversity and the environmental heritage of the balance of the marine environment.

Lu Impostu

Lu Impostu

Gorgeous beaches a few kilometers from Port Ottiolu, which are particularly appreciated for their clear blue waters and white sands.

San Teodoro

San Teodoro

A famous beach is La Cinta in San Teodoro, 3 kms of fine white sand dunes where there are limpid and brilliant turquoise coloured waters near the grand lagoon of San Teodoro, with a substantial number of pink flamingos who inhabit there.

Places to visit

The Natural oasis of Usinavà

Near Torpe, 18 kms south of Porto Ottiolu, is a kind of extraordinary beauty, the area is characterized by a fascinating natural scenery dotted by rugged, wild cliffs and forests.

Monte Nieddu

The main peak of Monte Nieddu of San Teododro has breathtaking views, Monte Nieddu of Spoint is of noteworthy interest not to be missed for lovers of trekking and hiking by foot or by bike.

The Tomb of Giants of Su Monte e S’Ape

This  Tomb of Giants  is located 2 kms from Olbia. The Tombs of the Giants are made of large stone monoliths belonging to the Nuragic Age and are present throughout the island.

Mamuthones & The Mamoiada Mask Museum

Mamoiada, this quaint village in the heart of Barbagia 80 kms from Porto Ottiolu is known for its carnival traditions and in particular for the famous masks of the Mamuthones and Issohadores.

Orgosolo’s Mural in Barbagia 80 kms south of Porto Ottiolu

Worth a visit for just this quaint town, to take a dip in the Sardinian traditions. Orgosolo is also very well known for its murals and is located 10 kms from Mamoiada.