Dinghy rental from Cala Gonone - 5 m, 40 HP

With its white beaches and postcard-perfect crystal-clear sea, the Gulf of Orosei is a true paradise on earth, attracting thousands and thousands of tourists every summer.

To experience it at its best, you can rent a dinghy and explore its jewels in total autonomy, to stop wherever you like and enjoy the sun and sea in absolute tranquillity.

You will have a 5-metre, 40-hp dinghy all to yourself. The boat is equipped with everything you need, is approved for 4 adults and 2 children (up to 6 years old) and does not require a licence.

What we will do

You’ll meet at the time selected during booking in Cala Gonone (NU), where the staff will hand over the dinghy and explain everything you need to know. After that, you’ll be free to set off and head for whichever destination takes your fancy.

The Gulf of Orosei is one of the most sought-after destinations in the whole of Sardinia, famous for its spectacular coves, where the crystal-clear blue sea, white beaches and sheer cliffs offer magnificent views. Cala Biriola, Cala Luna, Cala Mariolu and Cala Goloritzé are the most famous, but you’ll discover many more during your dinghy trip.

The latest-generation Joker Boat 470 ( 5 metres and 40 hp) is equipped with all necessary safety gear. On board you will find watertight compartments and storage compartments, an anchor with chain and a rope of at least 20 metres, paddles and a sun awning, a parasol and a cool bag (the latter available upon booking – provided free of charge if available) .

The dinghy must be returned by 17: 30 (latest return time), having been refuelled at the only fuel station within the port (in October, however, the return time will be 16: 30).

Who it is aimed at

This activity is open to everyone. No licence is needed to hire a dinghy, but aminimum age of 18 is requiredfor the driver.

Other information

Please note! The maximum permitted stay at Cala Luna is 3 hours.

The service is available from April to October and is reserved for private groups of up to 4 adults and 2 children aged 6 and under. During June, July, August and September, departures and returns will be staggered into the following time slots:

• 8. 15 am–4. 15 pm
• 8. 30 am–4. 30 pm
• 9: 00–17: 00
• 9: 30 onwards–17: 30 (latest return)

Depending on the departure time, the preferred return time will be indicated to minimise queues at the only fuel station within the port.

Rental is on a daily basis only; it is not possible to request hourly or half-day rentals (if you wish to use it for fewer hours, you will still be charged the daily rate) . The dinghy can be collected from 8. 30 am, but with staggered departure times depending on the day’s schedule; the exact check-in and departure times will be communicated to the customer the evening before the excursion. Due to the high number of boats, there may be waiting times when collecting the boat, and the organisers will stagger the times to minimise these. The hire must end strictly by 17: 30 (last return).

Fuel is not included in the hire price but is calculated on return based on the distance travelled.

For those driving the dinghy independently, it is mandatory to book a landing at the beaches of the Gulf of Orosei and pay the Environmental Contribution (to be paid online via the Heart Of Sardinia app by selecting the option "Dinghy hire": enter the number of people, choose the time and coves you wish to visit, enter the operator code "provided at check-in" in the relevant field) , and make the payment via the app) . Upon disembarking, you must show staff the QR CODE generated to prove your booking and payment; access to the beaches will not be permitted without the QR code.

No deposit is required.

The boat is a dinghy equipped with an awning. On site, you can hire a parasol and a cool bag by paying a deposit of €10. 00 per item, subject to availability.

Dogs are not allowed on board.

Recommended clothing

Swimsuit

Don't forget to bring

• Towel
• Sun cream
• Food and water