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Published 10 April 2018

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East coast Sardinia beaches

Explore Golfo di Orosei beaches by boat

Hire a boat and explore Golfo di Orosei in east Sardinia. The gulf has amazing paradise-like beaches some of which are accessible only by water. A boat for the day should cost you somewhere around 100 euros as a rough estimate.

Beach cave at Cala Luna on Golfo di Orosei in Sardinia

Cala Goloritze beach and southwards

One way to do it, for example, is to get a boat from either Arbatax or Baunei, take the boat straight to Cala Goloritze beach, relax there for some time, and then start working your way back down while stopping at any other beach that took your fancy.

Cala Goloritze is located relatively near the town of Baunei. If you don’t want to go by boat, you can still reach this beach, but not without a challenge. The only other way to reach the beach is by hiking. This will be a long hike over a rocky surface, and you will need appropriate footwear for this – for god’s sake, don’t attempt this in flip flops! Expect to hike for over an hour, depending on your speed, and come early in the morning to avoid hiking in the scorching sun. Bring water and food as there are no vendors around. This is a raw paradise.

The beautiful Cala Goloritzè beach in Sardinia.

Cala Mariolu beach

If you hired a boat, keep an eye out for the gorgeous Cala Mariolu beach. The best way to access the beach is by boat.

Cala dei Gabbiani beach

Separated from Cala Mariolu by a rock, lies another heavenly treasure of the gulf, Cala dei Gabbiani. Among the string of very beautiful beaches, this breath-taking cove of sand, rocky outcrops and azure blue water stands out. You can reach this stunning coastal wonder by boat.

Beach rock randomly perched in sea water on Cala Mariolu beach in Sardinia.

Cala Gonone beach

You can also go to Cala Gonone and explore the paradise beaches southwards of Cala Gonone. For example, check out the Cala Biriola beach, south of Cala Gonone. The beach is perched in a picturesque spot amid the lush countryside and beautiful landscapes of the east coast. The beach is popular for scuba diving and snorkelling. You can also trek in the mountainous terrain inland from the beach.

Remember to bring along water and food and anything else you think you’ll need.

Alternatively, check out Santa Maria Navarrese coastal tourist town that has beaches that are more easily accessible.

South coast Sardinia beaches

Costa Rei beach

Costarei is divided into various beaches: Le Ginestre, Marina Rei Pool Rei, Ziu Franciscu and Porto Pirastu, which is located right where Tiliguerta is and are considered to be some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Here you will get golden sands, spectacularly green sea, and a beach with several services.

Poetto beach

Spiaggia del Poetto – the gorgeous 7km strip of coastal perfection is located just a stone’s throw from Sardinia’s fascinating capital city, Cagliari. The Poetto Beach is easy to reach from Cagliari by bus. The beach has a vibrant atmosphere with bars, eateries and water sports including windsurfing and kitesurfing. There are a couple of ponds by the beach where you can keep an eye out for pink flamingos.

Tuerredda beach

Spiaggia di Tuerredda is a lovely beach in south Sardinia. The half a kilometre long v-shaped rustic beach, presents a great strip of sand and some of the finest snorkelling conditions on the island. Adults who are strong swimmers can take a 10 minute swim to an island. Alternatively you can enjoy the views of Isola Tuarredda from the beach. The beach has a couple of beach bars, so you’ll be sorted for food and drinks.

Nora Beach

If you’re going to explore the Nora archaeological site in Pula – that’s an ancient Roman and pre-Roman town, you might as well check out the beach. The wonderful Nora beach, approximately 2.5km south-east of Pula has great views of the Torre del Coltellazzo historic coastal tower that’s been standing there for over 400 years.

Su Giudeu beach in Chia

Sunbathe with pink flamingos on Chia Beach. Well, perhaps not exactly, but close enough. Behind the beach you’ll find a picturesque saltwater lagoon, that’s where the flamingos come to breed. The beach is known for wildlife spotting opportunities.

Su Giudeu beach is surrounded by white dunes and offers a fantastic landscape. There’s a great view of an island in front which can be reached on foot via the shallow waters.

This is a beautiful and well renowned Sardinian beach with a Caribbean colouring, but the frequently blowing winds can be a bit of the nuisance when it picks up the fine sand. The winds make this a great spot for windsurfing, sailing and kite surfing.

During the season on the weekends the beach bar at the south end of the beach turns into an evening party. Good place for spotting hot surfers, great bikinis and muscle!

Between June and August the beach is busy, but because this is a large beach, it feels like there is enough space.

Cala Cipolla

There’s a wonderful little bay of Cala Cipolla, near Chia. If Chia is too windy, try this bay as it’s brilliantly shielded from the wind. Here you’ll get golden sands and turquoise sea.

Tuerredda

Tuerredda is another gorgeous beach that deserves a spot on the top list of most beautiful beaches on the southern coast of Sardinia. The 600 metre long beach surrounded by low cliffs is near Chia. The beach is characterized by its convex shape, and its arguably one of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean.

Porto Pino beach

The beautiful coastal port of Porto Pino is not too far from the Sardinian capital Cagliari on the southern coast of Sardinia, located near Santa Anna Arresi. The Porto Pino beach is known for its scenic appeal featuring tall white sand dunes surrounded by pines. Several beach services are available.

Porto Giunco

Porto Giunco beach, located near Villasimius has white sand and turquoise water and is one of the most most beautiful beaches in South Sardinia. While you’re near Villasimius you can also visit other stunning beaches like Porto sa ‘Ruxi, Piscadeddus, Campus and Cuccureddus.

Mari Pintau beach

For a change from a find sand beach check out Mari Pintau beach. This is a pebble beach where you will see beautifully coloured smooth pebbles washed by the sea. While in the area, you can also explore the Geremeas beaches of Kala ‘e Moru, Marongiu, Baccu Madara situated south of Mari Pintau.

North-west coast Sardinia beaches

Beaches near Alghero and the surrounding area

Stroll along Alghero's stylish harbour, Marina di S.Elmo, enjoying the traditional "passeggiata".

Le Bombarde beach

Le Bombarde beach towards the direction of Fertilia-Porto Conte is one of the most enchanting beaches on the Alghero coast. There is a bus shuttle service from Alghero city centre that can get you to the beach. The beach offers white sands (large sand granules so they don’t stick to your body so much), blue clear waters, restaurants, a few bars, thumping music and other beach services.

Lazzaretto beach

A ten minute drive north of the city of Alghero, between Fertilia and Porto Conte, lies the Lazzaretto beach. It’s a small beach with cliffs and bays, white sand and clear chilly water! The water is known to be cooler on this beach than in other places in Sardinia. Near the beach there’s a tower, Torre del Lazzaretto, built in XIV century. It’s nice to kayak along the tower. The beach is a bit short on facilities but its one of the nicest beaches in the local vicinity of Alghero.

Maria Pia beach

Maria Pia beach is a pine forest beach with white sand dunes near Fertilia in Alghero. It’s quite a walk from the city centre to the beach if you prefer not to use transport. The 1.2km beach is known for its clean and warm waters and picnic areas. During the season you’ll be able to enjoy lots of beach clubs where you can hire a sun bed, and grab a meal or a drink. Great views of Fertilia, Alghero bay and the tiny island Isola della Maddalenetta

Lido San Giovanni beach

I’m going to mention Lido San Giovanni beach because it’s lined with restaurants, hotels and bars. Great if you want to eat, drink and enjoy a sea view. The beach itself is not bad, but at times it can feel too commercial, and sometimes it has too much seaweed!

Mugoni beach

Mugoni beach is a very nice sandy beach surrounded by pine trees. The waters are shallow and crystal clear. Here you will also get beach bars, grill restaurants and picnic area.

Argentiera beach

Further up north there is the lovely Argentiera beach where you can also see Argentiera’s silver mine remains. This is a good beach for sunsets.

North Sardinia beaches

La Pelosa beach

Stintino is a small town in the north of Sardinia, about 50 kilometres north of Alghero. In the village you can expect a church, cobbled streets, traditionally low houses as well as shops, bars, restaurants and trattorias where you can sample local products. The Stintino beaches are wonderful – with white sand. In particular, La Pelosa beach (Spiaggia La Pelosa) is a Sardinian oasis where the turquoise waters are very calm and clear. During the season you’ll also have restaurants, making it easy to spend the whole day at the beach. The beach will get pretty crowded during the peak season, in August.

Badesi beaches

Want more beach? Check out the 8 kilometres of white-sand Mediterranean bliss in Badesi. How is that for a morning beach jog? Here you’ll find beach bars where you can buy food, and because this is such a large beach, even during the peak season you’ll be sure to find a sunbathing spot. The continuous sandstip includes Li Mindi beach (Spiaggia di Li Mindi) and other beaches.

Li Cossi beach

Here’s a small 500 metre paradise for you; Li Cossi bay. This is a soft sand spot that’s sheltered from the wind by granite rocks offering fantastic views. The beach is names after Li Cossi river that crosses the beach. To get to the beach you will have to walk a 15 minute trail that offers exceptional scenery. The cove is accessible from Costa Paradiso Village. The beach gets very crowded during the peak season. If it’s too crowded and you need more options – check out other beaches along the coastline in the towns of Trinità d’agultu, Costa Paradiso and Aglientu. You will find must-see picturesque beaches.

Cala Brandinchi beach

If you want to experience Tahiti but without leaving Europe, the Cala Brandinchi beach is as close as you can get, I reckon. Expect thin white sand and crystal clear shallow waters. The 700 metre beach is on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, about 10 minute drive from San Teodoro, and also offers basic amenities, including a beach bar at the front.

Beaches on La Maddalena and the islands

Visit La Maddelena and the islands around, and amazing beaches on the islands. Although tiny, one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia is Cala Coticcio on Caprera island. It’s a popular beach with little space so expect it to get packed in summer months.

La Maddalena and the surrounding little cluster of small islands - a full day boat trip is highly recommended to visit the islands and bays

Liscia Ruja beach

Liscia Ruja (Spiaggia di Liscia Ruja) is one of the finest beaches of Costa Smeralda. The beach probably offers the softest sand on the island set against a vividly blue sea, where you can enjoy beach life complete with water sports and eateries.

Capriccioli beach

Spiaggia Capriccioli – a fine sand beach with aromas of pine and olive trees wafting through the air. The beach is great for families due to the clear shallow water and is a fantastic spot for snorkelling. The clear water and the rocky areas of the Capriccioli Beach support abundant marine life beneath the waves.

More great beaches…

Also check out L’ Isuledda and Pevero.

Cala Saboni

Cala Saboni is a little white sand beach, with flat waters and with green tuff rocks emerging from the sea. Indeed this is a beautiful beach.