The beach follows the curve of a protected bay, soft sand interrupted by low rocky outcrops that divide it into distinct sections. You'll walk past the marina on your approach, where excursion boats advertise departures to Cala Goloritzé and Cala Mariolu in hand-lettered signs. The water here glows with that specific Sardinian luminescence—pale turquoise over sand, deeper blue-green where rocks interrupt the bottom, always so transparent you can count pebbles at depth.
“The only major beach between Cala Gonone and Arbatax with both sandy shore and immediate access to boat tours of Baunei's legendary coastline.”
Credit: UnsplashTropical island lagoon from above
Pine and eucalyptus trees edge the backshore, their shade claimed early by families who spread elaborate camps for all-day stays. The beach clubs occupy prime central territory, their umbrellas planted in regimented rows, but public access stretches generously in both directions. You'll hear the rhythmic splash of swimmers doing laps parallel to shore, the chatter of tour groups boarding boats, the occasional clang from the marina. Mount Margine rises behind the town, its limestone face catching the afternoon sun.
This town built itself around beach access and boat departures, and that dual purpose shows in everything: restaurants facing the water, hotels within a minute's walk of sand, dive shops and tour operators clustered near the marina. The ancient olive tree—supposedly planted by shipwrecked sailors centuries ago—presides over it all from its position in the town center, a reminder that people have been seeking refuge in this bay for a very long time.
