The La Maddalena Archipelago is one of the most stunning destinations in Sardinia, and every year thousands of visitors choose to explore it with a boat tour from Palau. Before booking a La Maddalena boat tour, many travelers have questions about itineraries, prices, services and how the experience works. On this page you’ll find the most frequently asked questions to help you plan your day in the La Maddalena National Park. If you need any further information, feel free to contact us.
Our boat tour departs from the port of Palau at 10:00 AM, in front of the ferry terminal. You can reach the boarding point in Palau via Google Maps. There is also a departure from La Maddalena island at 11:30 AM, near the post office, reserved for guests staying on the island. You can reach the boarding point in La Maddalena via Google Maps. The return is scheduled around 5:00 PM.
The boat tour prices vary depending on the season. The 7-hour La Maddalena boat tour starts from €52.50 per person. The price includes transport and insurance. It does not include the landing fee, food or drinks. For updated prices, please check the Prices page.
Lunch is not included. On board there is a bar and restaurant where you can purchase food and drinks during the day. Products are mainly local Sardinian specialties. There are no food services on the smaller islands.
We strongly recommend booking in advance on our official website, especially in July and August when demand is very high. Booking early allows you to secure your seat and choose your preferred date.
Cancellations up to 24 hours before departure: full refund Cancellations by Elena Tour Navigazioni due to bad weather: full refund Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure or no-show: no refund
For those departing from Palau, we recommend arriving one hour before departure. Check-in on board is scheduled from 08:45 to 09:30. During summer, especially in July and August, there is always heavy traffic and it may be difficult to find parking. You can find parking in Palau on Google Maps. We recommend bringing 10 euros in coins for parking payment. For those departing from the island of La Maddalena, check-in on board is scheduled from 10:15 to 11:00.
Departure times are set by the Port Authority of La Maddalena and the National Park Authority of the La Maddalena Archipelago, therefore departures cannot be delayed for any reason. Punctuality is essential. During the excursion, it is necessary to pay attention to all onboard announcements, especially departure times and service communications. Information is provided both via onboard audio system and visual infographics during disembarkation. If you miss the departure, the boat cannot wait. You may be able to reach it independently at your own expense if conditions allow. Otherwise, any belongings left on board will be returned at the end of the excursion in Palau or La Maddalena. Our call center and crew are always available for any information or clarification.
Yes, the boat tour is suitable for families with children. Beach stops allow even the youngest guests to swim safely. For space reasons, only small foldable strollers are allowed on board. Women up to the sixth month of pregnancy, in favorable sea conditions, can safely take part in the excursion, except in cases of high-risk pregnancy or severe nausea.
In case of unfavorable weather conditions that make the excursion impossible, it will be cancelled by Elena Tour Navigazioni. Cancellation will be communicated by email. In these cases, it will be possible to reschedule (subject to availability) or receive a full refund. If weather conditions change suddenly during the excursion, the itinerary may be modified.
The Pink Beach of Budelli is a strictly protected area within the National Park of the La Maddalena Archipelago. To preserve this unique environment, landing is not allowed, but during the tour there will be a short panoramic stop to admire it from the sea and take photos.
Yes, the boats are equipped with toilets available to passengers throughout the excursion.
Yes, for those who want a more exclusive experience, we offer private tours with skipper (up to a maximum of 8 people) through our Exclusive Boats brand. You can explore the La Maddalena Archipelago and Corsica with complete freedom, choosing both the itinerary and the departure port.
