10 things to do in Villasimius on vacation in 2025

The catamaran excursion in the Gulf of Angels will take you to the coves and hidden corners of southern Sardinia, along the Cagliari coast, where you can swim and, if you are lucky, spot dolphins.

The tour departs from the port of Cagliari, and on the way you will pass S.Elia, Cala Bernat, Cala Mosca and the old enclosure to Cala Fighera for your first swim stop.

You will then visit the Grotta dei Colombi (Cave of Pigeons) and be told the legend of the Devil's Saddle before reaching the Gasole and Poetto pools. After snorkeling in the gulf, you will return to the port.

The excursion has a duration of 3 hours, and scheduled stops during navigation can be changed or modified depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions. Drinks and snacks will also be available for purchase on board.

The experience is a unique opportunity to learn about the legends and ancient history of the caves and coves around Cagliari and to take a swim in the waters of Sardinia with friends and family.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.

The sailing boat trip with aperitif on board in the Gulf of Cagliari will have you enjoy typical local products while sailing through the picturesque coves and caves along the Cagliari coast.

The excursion departs from the port of Cagliari and will take you by S. Elia, Cala Bernat, Cala Mosca and Cala Fighera, where there will be an initial swim stop. Afterwards, you will visit Grotta dei Colombi and Sella del Diavolo, before reaching Poetto.

During the cruise, you will be treated to an onboard aperitif of local cured meats and cheeses accompanied by local wine.

The tour is available on a shared basis every Friday and Saturday, and stops may vary depending on weather conditions and the decisions of the skipper, who will always be on board.

The experience is suitable for everyone and is an ideal opportunity to learn about the sights and stories of the Gulf of Cagliari on board in excellent company.

Maximum capacity: 10 people.

The day excursion in the Gulf of Cagliari allows you to experience a day on an exclusive boat accompanied by an experienced skipper.

Scheduled departure is at 9 a.m. from the port of Su Siccu, in Cagliari.

The excursion begins with an educational moment. How to go to sea, safety rules, basic information for sailing, activities and behavior on board.

Following this, you will fill in the sailing plan and route together with the skipper, depending on the weather conditions. 

Leaving your moorings, you will sail into the Gulf of Angels skirting the promontory of Capo Sant'Elia and its multicolored cliffs until you reach Cala Fighera where you can swim in crystal clear emerald green waters.

You will then coast the famous Sella del Diavolo, which owes its name to an ancient folk legend. It is a promontory rich in traces of frequentation since the Neolithic period, with high white cliffs, fragrant Mediterranean scrub, home to seagulls and cormorants. 

Navigation then proceeds by heading to Poetto Beach. Eight kilometers of beach with fine white sand and water, crystal clear, sandy bottom and low for tens of meters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. 

A stop at the beautiful beach of Is Mortorius is also planned, where there will be a lunch break, some relaxation and swimming in the crystal clear waters.

In the afternoon you will return to the port of departure.

The half-day skippered sailing boat excursion allows you to explore the Gulf of Cagliari and soak in the crystal clear waters.

You can choose whether to share this experience with other participants or book an exclusive boat.

The excursion begins with an educational time. Afterwards, you can plan the route together with the other participants.

Leaving your moorings, you will depart from the Golfo degli Angeli and sail along the Capo Sant'Elia promontory and its multicolored cliffs until you reach Cala Fighera, where you can swim in the crystal clear waters.

You will then have the opportunity to admire the Sella del Diavolo (Devil's Saddle), a promontory rich in traces of frequentation since Neolithic times, with high white cliffs.

The navigation will then proceed by heading towards the Poetto Beach. Eight kilometers of beach with fine white sand and water, crystal clear, shallow sandy seabed for tens of meters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. 

The itinerary may be subject to change, depending on weather conditions. Any changes will be promptly communicated 12 hours before the excursion or otherwise at the time of embarkation.

The dinghy excursion along the Cagliari coast is an exclusive experience to allow you to visit the most hidden coves and swim in the clearest waters. The sailing departs from the port of Marina di Perd'e Sali.

Half Day

The half-day excursion can be done in the morning at 09:30 or in the afternoon at 14:30. You will visit the Island of San Maccario in Pula. You will then move on to Capo di Nora and Roman Ruins with the possibility of swimming in Pula's natural pools and sea caves.

Full day

The full-day excursion is done only on an exclusive basis, and the itinerary includes a 9:30 a.m. departure and a 5:00 p.m. return. During the tour, several places such as the Island of San Maccario in Pula, the Cape of Nora and the Roman Ruins will be visited.

It will be possible to swim in Pula's natural pools and sea caves. The beaches of Chia, including Torre Chia, Su Giudeu and Cala Cipolla, will also be included in the tour. Lunch is not included in the tour and you will have to bring "packed" food or eat at one of the restaurants suggested by the captain.

Sunset aperitif

The itinerary includes a departure at 6:30 pm. You will visit the Island of San Maccario and take a swim in front of the Roman ruins of Nora.

Next, you will move on to swim and snorkel at Madonna del Naufrago beach in Nora. Finally, you will enjoy an aperitif in the Gulf of Nora, which includes Sardinian products served on a corkboard, accompanied by a bottle of prosecco or vermentino. The excursion ends with the return scheduled for 8:30 pm.

Maximum capacity: 7 people. For the sunset experience, the boat carries up to 5 people. The itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions at the discretion of the captain.

Discover the Gulf of Cagliari with a sunset dinghy aperitif at Sella del Diavolo, with swim stops and snacks on board as the sun goes down.

Departing from the port of Cagliari, the dinghy excursion begins in the late afternoon and will take you along the creeks of the Gulf to Poetto beach, where, if you are lucky, you may even spot dolphins.

The sailing will be accompanied by a tasty onboard aperitif of Sardinian cold cuts and cheeses paired with local wine.

The excursion lasts about 2 1/2 hours and the start time is variable. Also, depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stops may vary.

Maximum capacity: 12 people.