Gulf of Oranges

Golfo Aranci unfolds along a broad and articulated bay between Capo Figari and Capo Ceraso, in a coastal stretch that brings together remarkably varied landscapes. On one side, long sandy beaches with shallow, transparent waters; on the other, rocky promontories and small coves nestled at the foot of limestone cliffs descending sharply into the sea.

The town overlooks the gulf directly, with its harbor, promenade, and urban beaches all easily accessible. Proximity to the sea is part of daily life: fishing boats, ferries, and dinghies move in and out of the port, while along the coast wide sandy areas alternate with wilder corners beneath Capo Figari.

The sea of Golfo Aranci is renowned for its clarity and varied seabeds. Near the beaches, the water slopes gently and displays shades ranging from pale green to turquoise; closer to the rocky areas, the blue becomes deeper and more intense. Conditions vary depending on the wind, but it is often possible to find a sheltered stretch somewhere along the gulf’s perimeter.

A dinghy tour along Golfo Aranci allows you to alternate stops at wide, bright beaches with passages beneath the cliffs of Capo Figari, observing the coastline from a privileged perspective. Navigating slowly reveals the variety of the landscape: intimate inlets, time-shaped rocks, pale sandy stretches, and open horizons toward Tavolara and the Costa Smeralda. It is an area that combines convenience and nature, easily included in half-day or full-day itineraries along northeastern Sardinia.