Cala Brandinchi

Cala Brandinchi is one of the most famous beaches in north-eastern Sardinia and is often nicknamed “Tahiti” for its luminous colors and almost tropical appearance. Located just north of San Teodoro, it opens onto a wide and bright stretch of coastline directly facing the imposing outline of Tavolara Island.

The shoreline is composed of very fine, white sand forming a broad and regular arc. The seabed is predominantly sandy and slopes extremely gently, creating a long stretch of shallow, transparent water. The sea displays shades ranging from very pale green to bright turquoise, with reflections that shift depending on light and wind conditions. On calm days, the surface appears almost still, turning the bay into a vast natural pool.

Behind the beach, low dunes, Mediterranean scrub, and small inland lagoons enrich the landscape, creating a contrast between freshwater environments and the open sea. From the water, Cala Brandinchi appears as a large sandy crescent dominated by the vertical profile of Tavolara rising on the horizon.

Reaching Cala Brandinchi by dinghy allows you to fully appreciate the clarity of the seabed and the scale of the bay, stopping offshore to enjoy the panoramic view. It is an ideal stop within an itinerary that includes Lu Impostu, Punta Coda Cavallo, and other beaches of the marine protected area, alternating open-sea navigation with breaks in luminous, shallow waters.