Obsidian Sailing Charter · Via Calata della Fiera 1, Su Siccu
A 3-hour sailboat cruise from Su Siccu along the Golfo degli Angeli to the Devil's Saddle and Poetto, with two swim stops and a local aperitif at the second one. Pick it for the pace: no roaring engine, cushions on deck, music, and a skipper who tells the stories of the coast.
You meet at Via Calata della Fiera 1, on the Su Siccu side of the city harbor, and the boat casts off from Marina di Sant'Elmo next door. Obsidian Sailing Charter runs it, with a skipper and a guide in 3 languages. Guests mention a crew of two, with a host who tells the history and legends of Cagliari as you sail.
The route follows the coast east. The listing names Cala Bernat, the Calamosca lighthouse, the Cave of the Doves (the Grotta dei Colombi, under the cliff), Cala Fighera and a cove nicknamed "Cala Caraibica", then ends in front of the Sella del Diavolo and the clear water off Poetto, with the whole city behind you. Guests mention dolphins now and then. Nobody can promise them, which is half the fun.
On the water: 3 hours with 2 swim stops, picked by the skipper on the day to suit the wind and the sea. Masks and snorkels and pool noodles are on board, and so are a bathroom, an outdoor fresh-water shower and sun loungers with cushions. At the second stop comes the aperitif, a tasting of local products. The listing puts drinks under "not included", and guests mention a glass of prosecco and a plate of cheese, salami and olives on the day. Bring an ID card, a sun hat, a towel and biodegradable sunscreen, as the listing asks.
Meet the crew in Su Siccu, by Marina di Sant'Elmo. Smoking is not allowed on board.
The boat leaves the marina and heads east along the city coast, with music on deck.
The Calamosca lighthouse, the Grotta dei Colombi and the coves under the white limestone.
The skipper picks a sheltered spot for the conditions. Noodles for anyone who wants to float.
A tasting of local products at anchor, then one more swim.
The cruise ends in front of the Saddle and the long beach, then sails back to the marina.
★★★★★It was a great sailing trip with Ilaria and Simone. Since it was late October, we were the only two guests on the boat and felt really well taken care of. [...] In bright sunshine, she told us a lot about Cagliari and the Gulf of the Angels. On board, there was Prosecco and a plate of cheese, salami, and olives. We had a great morning and would wholeheartedly recommend it
★★★★★Amazing experience, highly recommended to everyone. The boat trip was super relaxing and the guide was great at explaining what we were seeing and some interesting historical facts. Swimming was also very fun and we had plenty of time to swim around at both locations we stopped at.
★★★★★I had a wonderful time. The hostess was attentive to my needs, made sure I was comfortable as a senior solo traveler. She spoke English to me and Italian with another group and divided her time well between us. [...] The ship is beautiful and there is a toilet available if needed. The food was good and we had a glass of Prosecco. [...] Highly recommend this activity.
★★★★★Six out of five stars!! Ilaria and Simone were great sailors and, in addition to beautiful bays and opportunities for swimming and snorkeling, they also let us experience their enthusiasm for sailing. Simply wonderful, unique [...] a huge thank you for this afternoon.
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The meeting point is Via Calata della Fiera 1 in Su Siccu, and the boat leaves from Marina di Sant'Elmo, per the listing.
Yes. The listing includes restrooms, an outdoor fresh-water shower and sunbathing cushions, and guests confirm the toilet.
Two, chosen by the skipper on the day to suit the weather and the sea. Masks, snorkels and pool noodles are on board.
The aperitif of local products is included, and the listing puts drinks under not included. Guests mention a glass of prosecco served with the aperitif.
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Three quiet hours under sail with a skipper, snorkel gear and music.
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