SNORKELING · OLBIA
The 12 best olbia snorkeling tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are in the water and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Set out from Olbia with a captain-guide such as Francesco, Antonio, or Giovanni for four hours around Tavolara and Molara. Swim at white-sand beaches, snorkel among fish, see Ulisse Ear Cave, and enjoy drinks plus a small Sardinian snack in a group of no more than 10.
“Our guide Antonio was excellent, we travelled as a family and really enjoyed the whole experience”
Set out from Olbia with a skipper such as Antonio, Francesco, or Giovanni for a 3.5-hour ride near Figarolo. Watch for wild bottlenose dolphins, snorkel among fish and starfish, visit caves and cliffs, and share Sardinian mini pizzas, snacks, and drinks with a group of no more than 10.
“Antonio was a very nice guy and guide. The tour was fantastic. We felt very comfortable from the start. Antonio explained everything to us and answered all our questions. When it came to spotting the dolphins, he also tried very hard to ensure that we could all see and photograph the dolphins well. He also tried very hard to show us the best place when snorkeling. We were very satisfied and definitely recommend this tour :)”
From Olbia, a captain and guide take you by zodiac to the Chrisso shipwreck, Molara’s natural pools, Tavolara’s clear bays, and Punta Spalmatore. Expect four hours of swimming, snorkeling, snacks, drinks, and easygoing instruction in English, Italian, French, or Spanish.
“Maya and Francesca are very caring and friendly！We had a wonderful time with them！”
Join Marco and the Amore Iodio crew for a three-hour inflatable-boat trip from central Olbia. Watch wild dolphins near Figarolo, stop at Cape Figari and Cala Moresca, snorkel in clear water, and enjoy a Sardinian snack. Equipment, fuel, insurance, and life jackets are included.
“Amazing! Marco is very friendly, good guy. We having fun on the boat. Recommend!!”
Sail from Olbia toward Cape Figari and Figarolo Island with a captain and guide, watching for bottlenose dolphins before swimming and snorkeling at Cala Greca, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo. Expect soft drinks, sanitized gear, and clear explanations in Italian, English, French, or Spanish.
“Thanks to Francesca and Ale, we had a great time finding dolphins in a respectful manner, watching them play and even jump. They were very good in finding snorkeling spots along the different needs of the guests.”
Meet Ecosport Sardinia at Cala Suaraccia for a guided kayak trip along the Tavolara marine area. Choose a beginner-friendly double kayak or a faster single, then paddle past cliffs, beaches, and birdlife to a cave and snorkeling stop near Proratora Island. Guides including Luca, Antonio, Gabriele, and Marta may lead the outing.
“The clear water and the amazing scenery. Good guides who were kind and helpful. It was more tiring than expected but have arthritis on shoulders so expected. THe kayaks were easy to move and the sea was so clear and inviting.”
Meet your English or Italian guide at MOYS Marina in Olbia for a 3.5-hour cruise toward Figarolo Island. Look for resident bottlenose dolphins, learn about marine life, swim and snorkel, and enjoy complimentary soft drinks aboard a quiet, low-impact boat.
“It was absolutely good, I thought 4 would be long but it went by fast, the boat wasn’t shaking as I was expecting so it was very very good !”
Join Anett Lazar for a 3.5-hour small-group boat trip from Olbia. Cruise past Capo Figari, watch for bottlenose dolphins, snorkel in Cala Moresca, and enjoy Sardinian cheese, sausage, bread, and drinks aboard a seven-meter boat for up to 10 people.
“Annette was amazing, really made us having the best time, the moment was up to the description, we were a big group of 7 and she made us feel comfortable, we saw dolphins, snorkel in clear water, would recommend 100%”
From Olbia Marina, a marine biologist guide leads you by comfortable 7.5-meter dinghy toward Figarolo Island to look for wild dolphins. You’ll then snorkel near Capo Figari and stop at Cala Moresca or Figarolo. Guides such as Tito and Tiziano add local insight, with snacks, drinks, and gear included.
“Very good activity saw lots of dolphins and Tito knew the best places to snorkel and see the dolphins definitely recommend”
Join skipper Davide and a marine guide for a 3.5-hour dinghy trip from Olbia to Capo Ceraso, Tavolara, and Molara’s clear-water pools. You’ll get mask, fins, drinks, snacks, and at least three swimming stops, with the route adjusted for wind and sea conditions.
“Esperienza che consiglio. La navigazione è stata bellissima nonostante il mare mosso, abbiamo sostato in punti dove il mare era calmo e dove non tirava troppo vento. Posti bellissimi e compagnia molto gradevole. La guida Davide si è dimostrata molto competente e simpatica.”
Set out from Molo Bosazza in Olbia on a 2.5-hour trip aboard a 9.15-meter BWA boat. Your English or Italian-speaking skipper looks for bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo, then stops at Cala Moresca for snorkeling, swimming, and a cold drink.
“It is very very very touristic. There are may be 3 or 4 dolphins swimming around the fish farm and about 30-40 boats of different sizes that are trying to follow them….. all at once.. plus about 10-20 canoes. The stop at the island is very crowded. All 40 boats stop there in about the same time plus another 30 other private boats. You only see the fins of the dolphins on the distance of about 25-30 meters a couple of times. It is not strange with so many boats trying to follow them . Waste of time !”
From Puntaldia Marina, you’ll ride by dinghy through the Tavolara Marine Protected Area to Molara’s Natural Pools. A local guide leads your snorkel, with wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkel, buoy, and sea scooter included. Allow three hours, bring swimwear and a towel.
“Very friendly and knowledgeable guides. We had a great time snorkeling in places with lots of fish and no other groups of snorkelers.”
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