Tortoli Guidebook

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Tortoli Guidebook

Beaches

A great beach that never gets too busy due to its size. You can easily park at the Babilonia Bar and perfect for drinks and quick snacks. Lovely beach to have evening walks in :)
Spiaggia Di San Gemiliano
17 Via Parini
A great beach that never gets too busy due to its size. You can easily park at the Babilonia Bar and perfect for drinks and quick snacks. Lovely beach to have evening walks in :)
We love this small and preety beach. The beautiful cove is located in an urban area with crystal turquoise water and pure golden fine sand. Tide is usually very low here so perfcet for playing children. This beach is suitable for all age groups. Beach facilities include, loungers and umbrellas and watersports. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Spiaggia di Porto Frailis
Via Ugo Foscolo
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We love this small and preety beach. The beautiful cove is located in an urban area with crystal turquoise water and pure golden fine sand. Tide is usually very low here so perfcet for playing children. This beach is suitable for all age groups. Beach facilities include, loungers and umbrellas and watersports. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
AKA Cala Ginepro is my all-time favourite little beach. The cove has fine white sand and the most amazing crystal blue water. Water is shallow and endless. Perfect for families with small children as well as adults who wish to sunbathe in the sea, and play beach ball and racquet. Composed of several small bay cove so during peak season (August) you need to get there early to get a place. The road to get down is not great, so wouldn't advise cars that don't have good traction to go down. There are 2 entrances you can choose from. The first entrance has a large rock indicating its entrance, whilst at the second entrance, you will see the “4Mori” beach bar sign. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Spiaggia il Golfetto
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AKA Cala Ginepro is my all-time favourite little beach. The cove has fine white sand and the most amazing crystal blue water. Water is shallow and endless. Perfect for families with small children as well as adults who wish to sunbathe in the sea, and play beach ball and racquet. Composed of several small bay cove so during peak season (August) you need to get there early to get a place. The road to get down is not great, so wouldn't advise cars that don't have good traction to go down. There are 2 entrances you can choose from. The first entrance has a large rock indicating its entrance, whilst at the second entrance, you will see the “4Mori” beach bar sign. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cea Beach is really a postcard-perfect beach. Over one kilometre of fine white sand and crystal clear water with a low seabed suitable for children. Low-lying shrubs run along this wonderful stretch of coast, that also features small shells and pink coral. The Star attraction of this coastline is the “is Scoglius Arrubius” two beautiful rocks that emerge from the water. Services: parking area, bar and refreshment stand Our Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spiaggia di Cea
Spiaggia di Cea
Cea Beach is really a postcard-perfect beach. Over one kilometre of fine white sand and crystal clear water with a low seabed suitable for children. Low-lying shrubs run along this wonderful stretch of coast, that also features small shells and pink coral. The Star attraction of this coastline is the “is Scoglius Arrubius” two beautiful rocks that emerge from the water. Services: parking area, bar and refreshment stand Our Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A wild and beautiful beach just outside of Tortoli. Takes about 15 minutes to walk there from the carpark, but it really is worth it. Note there are no bars or facilities so bring packed lunch! Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Su Sirboni Beach
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A wild and beautiful beach just outside of Tortoli. Takes about 15 minutes to walk there from the carpark, but it really is worth it. Note there are no bars or facilities so bring packed lunch! Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The first stretch of this beautiful beach is divided up into sections via the numerous bars/restaurants. You’ll find that all the bars serve great food and you can rent beach umbrellas and beds for those that don’t fancy sand everywhere. Each bar has its own followers, so try them all and see which suits you best. :) Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Lido di Orrì strönd
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The first stretch of this beautiful beach is divided up into sections via the numerous bars/restaurants. You’ll find that all the bars serve great food and you can rent beach umbrellas and beds for those that don’t fancy sand everywhere. Each bar has its own followers, so try them all and see which suits you best. :) Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You can reach this beach either via trekking, renting your own private boat or via one of the boat tours I have suggested before. Beautiful and a must.
Cala Goloritze Beach
You can reach this beach either via trekking, renting your own private boat or via one of the boat tours I have suggested before. Beautiful and a must.
Great beach bar if you're at Orri Beach. Good food menu and also hosts many night time music events and parties.
Hakuna Matata Beach
Great beach bar if you're at Orri Beach. Good food menu and also hosts many night time music events and parties.

Natural Lakes

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Piscine Naturali Di Monte Ferru (Is Piscinas)
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AKA (Coccorrocci) to locals. Directions: Take the State Road 125 you will have to take the exit for Marina di Gairo. Pass the beaches until you arrive at the entrance of the Coccorrocci campsite. Take the small road to your left that takes you around the perimeter of the campsite. Turn right at the end of the campsite, and keep going straight. At the end of this road, you can park your car and proceed on foot, following the signs you will encounter along the path.
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Piscine Naturali di Bau Mela
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AKA (Coccorrocci) to locals. Directions: Take the State Road 125 you will have to take the exit for Marina di Gairo. Pass the beaches until you arrive at the entrance of the Coccorrocci campsite. Take the small road to your left that takes you around the perimeter of the campsite. Turn right at the end of the campsite, and keep going straight. At the end of this road, you can park your car and proceed on foot, following the signs you will encounter along the path.
A masterpiece of nature along the River Flumendosa, in the territory of Seulo, around 8 km from the border with Gadoni. A truly special and wild location.
Sa Stiddiosa Official/Biglietteria
A masterpiece of nature along the River Flumendosa, in the territory of Seulo, around 8 km from the border with Gadoni. A truly special and wild location.

Outdoor Activities

A small piece of paradise, Museddu beach in Cardedu is an enchanting spot, with crystal-clear water, and thermal winds at around 16/18 knots for most of the year. They hold lessons for beginners as well as for experienced riders who want to improve their technique. The instructors hold IKO and CSEN qualifications and the school provides all necessary equipment for members. Let me know if you are interested and I can put you in contact.
Kitesurf Ogliastra Sardegna
A small piece of paradise, Museddu beach in Cardedu is an enchanting spot, with crystal-clear water, and thermal winds at around 16/18 knots for most of the year. They hold lessons for beginners as well as for experienced riders who want to improve their technique. The instructors hold IKO and CSEN qualifications and the school provides all necessary equipment for members. Let me know if you are interested and I can put you in contact.
Helios is one of the two boat trips we would recommend. Father and son duo that really make you feel like a family on this amazing sun-filled cruise, whilst discovering the most fascinating coast of Sardinia. A comfortable and exclusive 16 mt wooden Motoryacht with a maximum capacity of 25 passengers. When booking please specify you want the smaller boat as they have a second boat which can carry 90 people, but we suggest the smaller. Departure Location: Arbatax Harbour Departure Time: 7.30 am to 8.15 am (depending on the period) Return Time: 18.00 - 18.30pm Destination stop: L'isolotto, Pedralonga, Cala Scirocco, Cala Tramontana, Grotta della Contessa, Cala Goloritzè, Lovers Beach, Cala Gabbiani, Cala Mariolu, Grotta del Fico and Cala Biriola. Let me know when you'd like to go and I'll get it booked for you if you wish🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Helios Turismo gite in Barca Arbatax
60 Via Lungomare
Helios is one of the two boat trips we would recommend. Father and son duo that really make you feel like a family on this amazing sun-filled cruise, whilst discovering the most fascinating coast of Sardinia. A comfortable and exclusive 16 mt wooden Motoryacht with a maximum capacity of 25 passengers. When booking please specify you want the smaller boat as they have a second boat which can carry 90 people, but we suggest the smaller. Departure Location: Arbatax Harbour Departure Time: 7.30 am to 8.15 am (depending on the period) Return Time: 18.00 - 18.30pm Destination stop: L'isolotto, Pedralonga, Cala Scirocco, Cala Tramontana, Grotta della Contessa, Cala Goloritzè, Lovers Beach, Cala Gabbiani, Cala Mariolu, Grotta del Fico and Cala Biriola. Let me know when you'd like to go and I'll get it booked for you if you wish🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This boat trip is much more relaxed and chilled. Less interaction with the crew so if you just need time to yourself and enjoy the view..this is for you. A beautiful and exclusive coastal excursion onboard a 20m schooner boat built entirely from mahogany wood. Its a very whimsical and elegant boat where with its limited number of passengers (12/14), you can discover the beautiful beaches and caves in pure relaxation. Let me know when you'd like to go and I'll get it booked for you if you wish🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
KONTES GEMMA
This boat trip is much more relaxed and chilled. Less interaction with the crew so if you just need time to yourself and enjoy the view..this is for you. A beautiful and exclusive coastal excursion onboard a 20m schooner boat built entirely from mahogany wood. Its a very whimsical and elegant boat where with its limited number of passengers (12/14), you can discover the beautiful beaches and caves in pure relaxation. Let me know when you'd like to go and I'll get it booked for you if you wish🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A fun-filled epic day out with a twist! The professional guides will lead you to discover the most evocative itineraries, from the Golgo plateau to the Eltili valley with the Mamutorco waterfalls and the church of Santa Lucia and San Giovanni, to the splendid beach of Cala Sisine, and from Santa Marina Navarrese to the Tombs of the Giants of Osono in Triei. Driving the quads you will appreciate the beauty of the area even more. Were highly recommend it! Let me know when you'd like to go andI can help you book, alternatively contact details are easy to find🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Escursioni Quad Baunei
1 Via Orientale Sarda
A fun-filled epic day out with a twist! The professional guides will lead you to discover the most evocative itineraries, from the Golgo plateau to the Eltili valley with the Mamutorco waterfalls and the church of Santa Lucia and San Giovanni, to the splendid beach of Cala Sisine, and from Santa Marina Navarrese to the Tombs of the Giants of Osono in Triei. Driving the quads you will appreciate the beauty of the area even more. Were highly recommend it! Let me know when you'd like to go andI can help you book, alternatively contact details are easy to find🙏🏼 Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
One of our oldest, humblest equestrian centres. Offering private horse riding lessons for all ages. A fun filled hour to try something new or improve on what you already know. If you wish to book, please let me know, I go there myself!
Maneggio Pastrengo
Via San Lussorio
One of our oldest, humblest equestrian centres. Offering private horse riding lessons for all ages. A fun filled hour to try something new or improve on what you already know. If you wish to book, please let me know, I go there myself!
For all those adrenaline junkies, this one is for you. First dive? what better place than over this amazing island of Sardinia. Clear blue skies and breath taking views, once in a life time opportunity.
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Skydive Sardegna - Scuola di Paracadutismo
km 22.900 Strada Statale 387 del Gerrei
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For all those adrenaline junkies, this one is for you. First dive? what better place than over this amazing island of Sardinia. Clear blue skies and breath taking views, once in a life time opportunity.
The perfect solution for a rare rainy day in Sardinia is a 4x4 Jeep Tour, exploring some truly wild and beautiful areas. Explorando Supraminte also organises trekking days to the most beautiful beaches and sites.
Explorando Supramonte
The perfect solution for a rare rainy day in Sardinia is a 4x4 Jeep Tour, exploring some truly wild and beautiful areas. Explorando Supraminte also organises trekking days to the most beautiful beaches and sites.

Food scene

One of our favourites for pizza and evening meals in the centre of Tortoli. Takeaway Pizza is available for those who fancy some chill time at home. During peak season (July/August) its best to call ahead and book a table for the evening. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Sa Buttega Ristorante Pizzeria
46/A Via Monsignor Virgilio
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One of our favourites for pizza and evening meals in the centre of Tortoli. Takeaway Pizza is available for those who fancy some chill time at home. During peak season (July/August) its best to call ahead and book a table for the evening. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fish straight from the Fisherman's boat? Then book a table here. Its laid-back atmosphere is a hit all year round. Locals usual for fish and one of our favourites. For lunch and dinner, we recommend booking in advance during peak season (July/August) Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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La Capannina
1 Via Riva di Ponente
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Fish straight from the Fisherman's boat? Then book a table here. Its laid-back atmosphere is a hit all year round. Locals usual for fish and one of our favourites. For lunch and dinner, we recommend booking in advance during peak season (July/August) Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A classic hidden gem that's been around for decades. Locals love it and so do our guests. One of our favourite restaurants, discreet with a very chilled ambience, away from the busy centre and perfect for a more intimate meal. Service is second to none here in Tortoli and most importantly the food is excellent. Fish, meat, traditional Sardinian, and a menu to suit all tastes. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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da Lenin
Via San Gemiliano
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A classic hidden gem that's been around for decades. Locals love it and so do our guests. One of our favourite restaurants, discreet with a very chilled ambience, away from the busy centre and perfect for a more intimate meal. Service is second to none here in Tortoli and most importantly the food is excellent. Fish, meat, traditional Sardinian, and a menu to suit all tastes. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fancy a beer and burger? this is the place for you. Staff are super friendly and chilled. Located on a quiet road in Tortoli, super easy to reach. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ISLAND BEER
12 Via Petrarca
Fancy a beer and burger? this is the place for you. Staff are super friendly and chilled. Located on a quiet road in Tortoli, super easy to reach. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
If you want to experience a really authentic and true representation of no-fuss Sardinian food, at an exceptional level using only home produce, within a rustic magical setting...then this Agriturismo is for you. Its a fixed menu, everyone eats the same...not to be missed. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Ovile Bertarelli
Localita dologaccoro
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If you want to experience a really authentic and true representation of no-fuss Sardinian food, at an exceptional level using only home produce, within a rustic magical setting...then this Agriturismo is for you. Its a fixed menu, everyone eats the same...not to be missed. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A true gem, hidden within the Sardinian countryside, you couldn't have a more idyllic location and service to experience traditional Sardinian food. A little out of the way, but worth it. All produce is homegrown, a truly wonderful meal and experience out. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Agriturismo Nuraghe Murtarba
A true gem, hidden within the Sardinian countryside, you couldn't have a more idyllic location and service to experience traditional Sardinian food. A little out of the way, but worth it. All produce is homegrown, a truly wonderful meal and experience out. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Every Friday evening, Vigna de'Luceri (Vineyard) opens its doors to visitors. A glass of their most popular wines accompanied with typical Sardinian dishes to suit. A fixed menu of Meat and cheese platters, Sardinian pasta and roasted meat on the fireplace. Gianfranco, the owner, is so friendly and makes you feel as if you were at home with friends. Located about 20 minutes drive from Tortoli in the neighbouring town. If you require help with the booking please do let us know.
Azienda Agricola Vigna de' Luceri
Località istilai
Every Friday evening, Vigna de'Luceri (Vineyard) opens its doors to visitors. A glass of their most popular wines accompanied with typical Sardinian dishes to suit. A fixed menu of Meat and cheese platters, Sardinian pasta and roasted meat on the fireplace. Gianfranco, the owner, is so friendly and makes you feel as if you were at home with friends. Located about 20 minutes drive from Tortoli in the neighbouring town. If you require help with the booking please do let us know.
The restaurant/bar is located within this hotel. Overlooking Portofrailis Bay, its the perfect spot for both lunch and romantic dinners. One of the most expensive places in the area, but worth it.
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Hotel La Bitta
Via Porto Frailis
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The restaurant/bar is located within this hotel. Overlooking Portofrailis Bay, its the perfect spot for both lunch and romantic dinners. One of the most expensive places in the area, but worth it.
A caravan and camping site that overlooks Portofrailis bay. An idyllic location for both day and night, has a kids playground, pool, bar and good restaurant. Ive always enjoyed its laid back atmosphere.
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Camping Villaggio Telis
22 Via Attilio Deffenu
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A caravan and camping site that overlooks Portofrailis bay. An idyllic location for both day and night, has a kids playground, pool, bar and good restaurant. Ive always enjoyed its laid back atmosphere.
Really thin crust pizzas, delicious and one of my favourites for take-away pizza.
Pizzeria Da Giovanni
Really thin crust pizzas, delicious and one of my favourites for take-away pizza.
Another great Take-away pizza joint. Pizzas slightly thicker than Giovannis.
Pizzeria Buongustaio
53 Via Sulcis
Another great Take-away pizza joint. Pizzas slightly thicker than Giovannis.
Great beach bar for fresh food. Fish dishes super fresh. Located on Foxilioni beach which is beautiful. I’d recommend going to the beach for the whole day and then eating here and back to the towel for some sun.
Ristobar Bassa Marea
Great beach bar for fresh food. Fish dishes super fresh. Located on Foxilioni beach which is beautiful. I’d recommend going to the beach for the whole day and then eating here and back to the towel for some sun.
A lovely restaurant that offers excellent service and both fish and meat dishes. I would recommend eating here if your in town.
A Volontà - Ristorante Spaghetteria
A lovely restaurant that offers excellent service and both fish and meat dishes. I would recommend eating here if your in town.

Bars

An outdoor cocktail bar perfect for an aperitif before dinner and for after late-night drinks. It's a firm favourite every summer and stays open till late. Views are wonderful of the bay and beach below and very chilled and atmospheric. It also has a swimming pool you can use during the day. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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AcquaChiara Porto Frailis
43 Via S. Gemiliano
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An outdoor cocktail bar perfect for an aperitif before dinner and for after late-night drinks. It's a firm favourite every summer and stays open till late. Views are wonderful of the bay and beach below and very chilled and atmospheric. It also has a swimming pool you can use during the day. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
One of our favourites, hidden away and very discreet. Perfect for an aperitif or after-dinner drinks, it has amazing views of Portofrailis bay and is very romantic. Great cocktails and there is also food served here. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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TARATASCIAR - Torre di San Gemiliano
Via San Gemiliano
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One of our favourites, hidden away and very discreet. Perfect for an aperitif or after-dinner drinks, it has amazing views of Portofrailis bay and is very romantic. Great cocktails and there is also food served here. Our Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Popular place with the locals for evening aperitivo, drinks and live bands.
Sunset lounge bar
Via San Gemiliano
Popular place with the locals for evening aperitivo, drinks and live bands.
Great bar for wine, drinks and side dishes for both lunch and pre or after dinner.
Locanda 45
45 Corso Umberto
Great bar for wine, drinks and side dishes for both lunch and pre or after dinner.
Bellavista seems to be the bar the under 30s seem to gravitate to after dinner and pre club. It has a nice atmosphere but location is not anything to look at.
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Bellavista Bio Cafè
80 Via Monsignor Virgilio
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Bellavista seems to be the bar the under 30s seem to gravitate to after dinner and pre club. It has a nice atmosphere but location is not anything to look at.

Shopping

A wonderfully curated boutique offering a range of art, ceramics, jewellery and much more, sourced from artists around Sardinia.
La terra di Patika
51 Via Monsignor Virgilio
A wonderfully curated boutique offering a range of art, ceramics, jewellery and much more, sourced from artists around Sardinia.
If you want a traditional specialist shop for Sardinian pastas, biscuits etc... then this is for you. Fresh Ravioli, Lasagna, Gnocchi, traditional culurgionis, traditional biscuits and much more. Its old and nostalgic interior and the kindness of the owners is not to miss. The pasta dishes are freshly made every day and you cook at home.
Luciano e Rosetta pasta fresca e dolci sardi
47 Via Vittorio Emanuele
If you want a traditional specialist shop for Sardinian pastas, biscuits etc... then this is for you. Fresh Ravioli, Lasagna, Gnocchi, traditional culurgionis, traditional biscuits and much more. Its old and nostalgic interior and the kindness of the owners is not to miss. The pasta dishes are freshly made every day and you cook at home.

City/town information

This town is situated on the mountains above Triei and hosts as the perfect base for Trekking and off road/biking enthusiasts. Views are breathtaking and I highly recommend a day out here for numerous activities or just to sight-see.
Baunei
This town is situated on the mountains above Triei and hosts as the perfect base for Trekking and off road/biking enthusiasts. Views are breathtaking and I highly recommend a day out here for numerous activities or just to sight-see.
Very pretty town and beach. The harbour is overlooked by some great bars and restaurants and again a perfect evening out. They often hold markets and festivals just like Tortoli during the Summer season.
Santa Maria Navarrese
Very pretty town and beach. The harbour is overlooked by some great bars and restaurants and again a perfect evening out. They often hold markets and festivals just like Tortoli during the Summer season.
f you fancy taking a walk in a typical Sardinian village, where you’ll see one or two people on the street….visit Triei. It’s a very pretty village, with one bar, one shop and the people (if you see them) are very friendly. Lovely little church in the centre right next to the bar!
Triei
f you fancy taking a walk in a typical Sardinian village, where you’ll see one or two people on the street….visit Triei. It’s a very pretty village, with one bar, one shop and the people (if you see them) are very friendly. Lovely little church in the centre right next to the bar!