{"id":11888,"date":"2026-05-23T00:36:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T22:36:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petagus.it\/?p=11888"},"modified":"2026-06-15T19:34:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T17:34:27","slug":"la-maddalena-22-frequently-asked-questions-ferries-beaches-boat-trips-and-transport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petagus.it\/en\/la-maddalena-22-domande-piu-frequenti-traghetti-spiagge-gite-in-barca-e-trasporti\/","title":{"rendered":"La Maddalena: the 22 most frequently asked questions (ferries, beaches, boat trips and transport)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Are you planning a visit to the La Maddalena Archipelago and have a thousand questions? You are in the right place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">This guide collects and answers the 22 most searched questions on Google related to La Maddalena. You will find information on ferries, costs, beaches, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petagus.it\/en\/boat-trips-la-maddalena-from-palau\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">boat trips<\/a>, transport and much more. All in one article, clear and direct.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"trasporti-e-traghetti\"><span class=\"\">Transport and ferries<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"1-come-ci-si-muove-a-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">1. How do you get around La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">You move around in different ways depending on which island you want to visit:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Island<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Recommended vehicle<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">La Maddalena (main island)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car, scooter, bike or on foot<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petagus.it\/en\/caprera-and-cala-coticcio-an-uncontaminated-paradise\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Caprera<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car or scooter (connected by a bridge)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Other islands (Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Only by sea (boat trip or private boat)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">On the island of La Maddalena, you will find paved and well-maintained roads. Scooter or bicycle hire is widespread and convenient.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-la-maddalena-si-puo-girare-a-piedi\"><span class=\"\">2. Is it possible to get around La Maddalena on foot?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Yes, but only the town centre and its immediate surroundings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">What you can do on foot:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Historic Centre and Cala Gavetta<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Church of St Mary Magdalene<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Nino Lamboglia Museum<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Walks along the waterfront<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">What you CANNOT do on foot:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Reaching the most beautiful beaches (car, scooter or boat needed)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Visiting Caprera (several km from the centre)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Exploring the entire island (it has an area of over 18 km\u00b2)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Tip: to see the island at its best, rent a scooter or a bike. It costs little and gives you freedom.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"3-come-girare-la-maddalena-in-macchina\"><span class=\"\">3. How to get around La Maddalena by car?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Getting around La Maddalena by car is easy. The roads are paved and well signposted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">What to know:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">You can take the car by ferry from Palau (additional cost)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">On the island you will find scenic roads that run along the coast<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Parking in the city centre can be difficult in high season (use park-and-ride lots)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From La Maddalena you can reach Caprera by crossing the bridge (free, no ferry required)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Travel times:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From the centre of La Maddalena to Punta Tegge: 15 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From the centre of La Maddalena to the bridge to Caprera: 5 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Crossing Caprera from south to north: 20-25 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"4-come-posso-arrivare-a-la-maddalena-in-auto\"><span class=\"\">4. How can I get to La Maddalena by car?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Getting to La Maddalena by car is only possible by ferry from Palau.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Procedure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Reach Palau by car (from Olbia: 45 minutes, from Santa Teresa: 30 minutes)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">At the port of Palau, you board your car on the ferry<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Approximately 20 minutes' crossing<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Disembark directly in La Maddalena with your car<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Important: in high season (July-August) book the ferry well in advance, especially if you are travelling with a car. Places for cars are limited.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"5-da-dove-si-prende-il-traghetto-per-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">5. Where does one take the ferry to La Maddalena from?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The ferry to La Maddalena leaves exclusively from the port of Palau.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Palau is located on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">45 minutes from Olbia (airport)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">30 minutes from Santa Teresa Gallura<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">1 hour from the Costa Smeralda<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">There are no direct ferries from other Sardinian ports (Cagliari, Porto Torres, Golfo Aranci) to La Maddalena.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"6-dove-partono-i-traghetti-per-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">6. Where do ferries leave for La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Ferries to La Maddalena depart from\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">port of Palau<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">There are two companies operating the route in Palau:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Delcomar<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(generally cheaper)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Magdalena Lines<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(more frequent in high season)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Both depart from the same main pier. Embarkation is well signposted. In high season, arrive early (at least 30-40 minutes before departure).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"7-quanto-dura-il-traghetto-per-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">7. How long is the ferry to La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The ferry crossing from Palau to La Maddalena takes about\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">20 minutes<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">In calm sea conditions, it can last 15-18 minutes. In rough seas or strong winds, it can last 25-30 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">It is one of the shortest ferry routes in the Mediterranean.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"8-quanto-ci-vuole-per-arrivare-alla-maddalena-da-palau\"><span class=\"\">8. How long does it take to get to La Maddalena from Palau?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The travel time is approximately\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">20 minutes<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0of navigation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Add:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">10-15 minutes for boarding (arrive early)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">5-10 minutes for disembarkation once arrived<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Total time from arrival at the port of Palau to disembarkation in La Maddalena: about 40-50 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"9-per-andare-alla-maddalena-bisogna-prenotare-il-traghetto\"><span class=\"\">9. Do I have to book the ferry to go to La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">It depends on the period:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Period<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Reservation requirement<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">June - mid-September<\/span><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Highly recommended<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(especially with cars)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">July and August<\/span><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Mandatory<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0if travelling by car<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Rest of the year<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Not necessary, but recommended for peace of mind<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Without a reservation in high season, you risk finding the ferry full and waiting for hours (even 2-3 hours in a queue).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Where to book: on the official websites of Delcomar and Maddalena Lines.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"10-quale-giorno-della-settimana-costano-meno-i-traghetti\"><span class=\"\">10. Which day of the week do ferries cost the least?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Ferries to La Maddalena cost less in\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">weekdays<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(Monday to Thursday).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Higher prices:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Friday (beginning of weekend)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Saturday and Sunday (tourist peak)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Tip: if you can, travel from Tuesday to Thursday. You save money and find fewer queues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">In low season (October-May), prices are uniform throughout the week.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"11-quanto-costa-un-biglietto-del-traghetto-per-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">11. How much does a ferry ticket to La Maddalena cost?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Indicative prices for a single ticket (one way):<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Passenger<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Price (one way)<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Price (return)<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Adult<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">5-7 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">10-14 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Child (4-12 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">3-5 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">6-10 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Child under 4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Prices vary according to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Season (high vs. low)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Day of the week (most expensive weekend)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Company (Delcomar often cheaper)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"12-quanto-costa-il-traghetto-per-la-maddalena-con-la-macchina\"><span class=\"\">12. How much does the ferry to La Maddalena cost by car?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The cost of the ferry to La Maddalena by car consists of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Driver's ticket (5-7 euro)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Car ticket (depending on length)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Approximate prices (one way):<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Type of vehicle<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Price (one way)<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car up to 4 metres<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">15-25 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Cars from 4 to 5 metres<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">20-35 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Cars over 5 metres<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">30-50 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Motorbike or scooter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">10-15 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Camper or caravan<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">40-70 euro (depending on length and height)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Example: average car (4.2 metres) + driver = approximately 20-30 euro one way. Round trip = 40-60 euro.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"13-quanto-costa-il-traghetto-da-palau-a-la-maddalena-per-unauto\"><span class=\"\">13. How much does the ferry from Palau to La Maddalena cost for a car?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Same as the previous point. The price for a standard car (length up to 4.5 metres) is between\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">15 and 30 euro each way<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0depending on the season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Delcomar is generally cheaper than Maddalena Lines for car transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"14-quanto-costa-portare-la-macchina-alla-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">14. How much does it cost to bring the car to La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Bringing the car to La Maddalena costs between\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">30 and 60 euro return<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0for a standard car (driver included).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Concrete example (August 2025, Delcomar):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Car up to 4 metres + driver round trip: approx. 45 euros<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Car up to 5 metres + driver round trip: approx. 55 euros<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">If you travel in the low season (May or October), you can spend even 10-15 euro less.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"15-quanto-si-paga-il-traghetto-con-la-macchina\"><span class=\"\">15. How much do you pay for the car ferry?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">You pay according to the length of the vehicle. The fare includes the driver.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Practical example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">4.2 metre car + driver = 25 euro one way<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Additional passengers = 5-7 euros per person (one way)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">At check-in, measure the length of your car (from the vehicle documentation). You do not pay for height or weight (unless you are a camper or caravan).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"spiagge\"><span class=\"\">Beaches<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"16-qual-e-la-spiaggia-piu-bella-di-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">16. What is the most beautiful beach on Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">There is no single answer, but here are the most voted by tourists:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Beach<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Why it is special<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Access<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Cala Coticcio (Caprera)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Crystal-clear water, called \u201cTahiti\u201d<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Path + permit<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Cala Corsara (Spargi)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">White sand, turquoise water, landing permitted<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Only by boat<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Pink Beach (Budelli)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Unique pink sand<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">By boat only (disembarkation prohibited)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Lower Trinity (La Maddalena)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Long and equipped beach, ideal for families<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Cars<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">If you only have one day and you want the best, choose a boat trip that includes Cala Corsara (Spargi) and the sighting of Spiaggia Rosa (Budelli).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"17-spiagge-la-maddalena-raggiungibili-in-auto\"><span class=\"\">17. La Maddalena beaches reachable by car?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">On the island of La Maddalena (the inhabited one), you can reach by car:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Beach<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">How to get there<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Notes<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Lower Trinity<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car to car park<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Sand, equipped<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Spreader<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car to car park<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Ideal for children<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Arena Mountains<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car to car park<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Wild, windy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Punta Tegge<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car + short trail<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Not a beach, but a scenic cliff<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The most beautiful beaches (Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, south-western Caprera) cannot be reached by car. You need a boat (for the smaller islands) or trekking (for some of Caprera's coves).<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"gite-in-barca\"><span class=\"\">Boat trips<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"18-qual-e-il-modo-migliore-per-visitare-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">18. What is the best way to visit La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The best way to visit the La Maddalena Archipelago is to combine:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">A one-day boat trip<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(to see Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria and the Natural Pools)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">A day on dry land<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(to visit the village of La Maddalena, Caprera and Garibaldi)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">With 2 days you see the best. With 3 days you add trekking and snorkelling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The boat trip is the only way to see the smaller islands (Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria) because there are no regular ferries. There is no other way.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"19-quanto-costano-le-gite-in-barca-a-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">19. How much do boat trips to La Maddalena cost?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Average prices for a day trip (7-8 hours) departing from Palau or La Maddalena:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Type of outing<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Adult price<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Price for children<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">What it includes<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Collective outing (e.g. Petagus)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">50-70 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">30-40 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Stops with disembarkation at Spargi and Santa Maria, sighting Budelli<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Semi-private outing (max. 12 people)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">80-120 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">50-70 euro<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Same route, smaller group<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Private excursion (tailor-made boat)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">400-800 euro (per boat)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">-<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Customised itinerary, schedule flexibility<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Tip for saving money:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Choose a group excursion such as Petagus (50 euro adults, 30 euro children). It offers the same itinerary as the more expensive trips (Spargi, Budelli, Piscine Naturali, Santa Maria).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">I recommend the quality:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Book in advance online. The best tours sell out days in advance, especially in July and August.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"pianificazione-del-viaggio\"><span class=\"\">Travel Planning<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"20-qual-e-laeroporto-piu-vicino-a-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">20. What is the nearest airport to La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The nearest airport to La Maddalena is the\u2019<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Olbia - Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Distances and times:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From Olbia to Palau (ferry port): 45 km, about 45 minutes by car<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From Palau to La Maddalena: 20 minutes by ferry<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Other (more distant) alternative airports:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Alghero Airport (AHO): about 130 km, 2 hours' drive to Palau<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Cagliari Airport (CAG): approximately 280 km, 3 hours and 30 minutes by car<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Tip: fly to Olbia. It is the most convenient and closest airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"21-quanto-tempo-ci-vuole-per-girare-la-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">21. How long does it take to shoot La Maddalena?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">To turn\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">all<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0La Maddalena (inhabited island + Caprera + boat trip to the smaller islands) requires at least\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">3 days<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Here is a recommended itinerary:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Day<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Activities<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Time required<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Day 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Boat trip to Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">7-8 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Day 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Island of La Maddalena (centre, museums, northern beaches) + sunset Punta Tegge<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">6-8 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Day 3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Caprera (Garibaldi, trekking to Cala Coticcio or Cala Napoletana)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">5-7 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">If you only have two days: skip the trek to Caprera or reduce your visit to the Garibaldi Compendium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">If you only have 1 day: choose between boat trip (sea) or island tour (land). You cannot do both.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"22-perche-e-famosa-lisola-della-maddalena\"><span class=\"\">22. Why is the island of La Maddalena famous?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The island of La Maddalena is famous for five main reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Spectacular beaches<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0- White sand and turquoise water, especially the Pink Beach of Budelli and Cala Corsara at Spargi.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The La Maddalena Archipelago National Park<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0- Italy's first marine protected area, established in 1994, with over 60 islands and islets.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Giuseppe Garibaldi<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0- The Hero of the Two Worlds lived the last 26 years of his life in Caprera, where his home and tomb are located.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Pink Beach of Budelli<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0- A unique natural phenomenon caused by the shells of the foraminifera Miniacina miniacea. It is so famous that the landing ban (from 2020) has increased its aura of exclusivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The strategic location between Sardinia and Corsica<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0- The archipelago is located in the Bocche di Bonifacio, one of the most beautiful and wild stretches of sea in the Mediterranean.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"riepilogo-rapido-risposte-in-una-frase\"><span class=\"\">Quick summary (answers in one sentence)<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Question<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Short answer<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">How do you get around in La Maddalena?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Car, scooter, bike or walk in the centre<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Can you walk around?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Only the town centre<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Where does the ferry leave from?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">From the port of Palau<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">How long is the ferry?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">20 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Do you have to book the ferry?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Yes in high season (especially with cars)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">How much does the ferry cost?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Adult 5-7\u20ac, car 15-30\u20ac each way<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Most beautiful beach?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Cala Coticcio (Caprera) or Cala Corsara (Spargi)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Beaches reachable by car?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Lower Trinity, Spreader, Arena Mountains only<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Best way to visit?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Boat trip + island tour by car\/scooter<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">How much does a boat trip cost?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">From 50\u20ac adults, 30\u20ac children<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Nearest airport?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Olbia (45 minutes from Palau)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">How many days are needed?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Minimum 2, ideal 3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Why is it famous?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Beaches, National Park, Garibaldi, Pink Beach<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stai pianificando una visita all&#8217;Arcipelago di La Maddalena e hai mille domande? 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