Selvaggio Blu
AdvancedIconicItaly's hardest trek along the Gulf of Orosei coast. Scrambling, abseiling (ropes needed), and total self-sufficiency — no water sources, no refuges. Hire a local guide unless you're extremely experienced. 40 km of pure adventure.
Cala Goloritzé Beach Trail
Must-DoFamilyA 3.5 km descent from the Golgo plateau to one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful beaches — a limestone arch, turquoise water, and a 143m pinnacle. Steep return. Start early, carry water.
Gola su Gorropu
Must-DoEurope's deepest gorge with walls reaching 500m. Start from the Genna Silana pass. The first section (to the gorge entrance) is straightforward; going deeper inside requires scrambling over boulders.
Capo Testa Coastal Walk
FamilyBudgetWind-sculpted granite boulders on Sardinia's northern tip. Multiple short trails loop through an alien landscape above crystal-clear water. Free access, family-friendly, and uncrowded outside August.
Punta La Marmora, Gennargentu
AdvancedAt 1,834m, the highest point in Sardinia. Start from the Bruncu Spina ski area on the Fonni side. Windswept plateaus, wild horses, and views across the entire island. Utterly remote — carry everything you need.
Our pick
Cala Goloritzé for the reward-to-effort ratio — a moderate hike to a jaw-dropping beach. Selvaggio Blu for the adventure of a lifetime.