What to visit on foot
- the Menhir of Perdalonga via the dirt road at the back of the property (approximately a 30-minute walk);
- the Archaeological Area S’Ortali ‘e su Monti of San Salvatore, which includes: a nuraghe, a tomb of the giants, various Domus de Janas, a megalithic circle, two Menhirs and a small church (about 30 minutes walk);
- le spiagge del Lido di Orrì e la spiaggia di S’Orologiu (un’ora a piedi)
What to visit by bike
In order of proximity from our estate:
- the fine sandy beaches of Lido di Orrì, ideal for families with children thanks to their shallow waters as well as pleasant the temperature of the sea (distance: 6.2 km);
- Cea, a beach of white sand and shallow waters characterised by two unique red stacks, which can be reached by canoes or pedal boats available for hire on the beach (distance: 7.2 km);
- Porto Frailis beach, dominated by the presence of the San Gemiliano tower, a defensive tower dating back to the 17th century, which can be visited free of charge (distance: 7.6 km);
- the Red Rocks of Arbatax, red porphyry rocks that emerge imposingly from the emerald waters, in a striking chromatic contrast (distance: 8.2 km);
- Isula Manna beach, characterised by a lush pine forest equipped with tables for public use, is the perfect place for a picnic under the shade with a view of an islet in the distance (distance: 10 km).
What to visit by car
- hike to Cala Goloritzé, declared a UNESCO natural heritage site, starting from Golgo, a natural paradise nestled in the mountains (3.5 km hike with a difference in altitude of around 400 metres);
- excursion to Gorroppu, the highest canyon in Europe immersed in the Sardinian Supramonte (it is recommended to do this with the help of specialised guides);
- excursion to the Tacco di Perda ‘e Liana to admire the Gennargentu, the highest mountain relief on the island (easy excursion but with limited shade);
- beaches of Su Sirboni and Coccorocci, both belonging to the beautiful coastline of Cardedu;
- Santa Maria Navarrese, a seaside town and port ideal for tasting the flavours of Sardinian gastronomy and taking a walk to the Saracen tower bearing the same name. We recommend driving to the square in front of the Bellavista Hostel to admire the breathtaking views, either by day or by night;
- Perda Longa, a rocky bay near Baunei dominated by a gigantic limestone monolith 128 metres high. The peak lends itself to rock climbing and the area offers several trekking trails;
- Bau Muggeris, a dam at the height of the Primo Salto del Flumendosa, the first artificial dam on the river with the highest capacity in Sardinia. The reservoir, often frequented by pasturing cows and surrounded by mountains, offers a wonderful view that conveys a profound sense of peace.
Recommended experiences
In collaboration with Sardaigne en liberté, SeluOgliastra organises donkey rides through the vineyards of Jerzu with a tasting lunch at the Sa Pruna winery, and excursions to the so-called “tacchi”, characteristic limestone-dolomite mountains whose morphology resembles a shoe heel (called “tacco” in Italian). SeluOgliastra also offers guided hikes to discover endemic plants present in Ogliastra and their beneficial properties, and excursions to discover Ogliastra’s orchids.
SensAzioneSardegna offers consultation to create tailor-made itineraries and complete packages of authentic experiences based on your needs and desires. Ideal for those who are not content to visit Sardinia through the eyes of a tourist, but want to explore its most authentic side. To name a few of the experiences on offer:
- the chance to immerse yourself in the daily life of a sheep farmer, waking up at dawn to look after the herd with him and share the conviviality of meals;
- taste traditional Sardinian dishes directly from the chef’s house;
- “Su Carrasegare” (named after an ancient ritual that prepared Gods and men for the sowing and harvest seasons), a tour of the history of traditional masks and archaic rituals in Sardinia between paganism and religiosity.
Offers tours and authentic all-round experiences at affordable prices. From excursions to guided tours of archaeological sites in the area, from visits to local village fairs to cultural, food and wine events, and even group Pilates and Yoga classes for all levels.
The options offered by Go-Comida are so numerous that they will make you want to book another holiday in Sardinia before you even arrive.
L’Ogliastra ha tanto da offrire, per questo abbiamo creato dei percorsi che vi permetteranno di scoprirne il lato più verace.
Scegli il percorso più adatto alle tue esigenze su Selu Ogliastra
Offers a decorative soap-making workshop to create personalised ecological souvenirs and a bonsai workshop involving the transplantation of three Mediterranean maquis species. Olivina also offers tastings of their extra virgin olive oil and visits to the oil mill to discover the process of oil extraction
Day trips by boat, dinghy or sailing boat to visit the must-visit bays of the Gulf of Orosei departing from Arbatax or Santa Maria. There are numerous options for visiting the famous bays of the Gulf of Orosei: Cala Mariolu, Cala dei Gabbiani, Cala Biriola, Cala Sisine and Cala Luna. We also recommend visiting the Fico and Bue Marino caves, tickets for which can be purchased on site (cash only). Remember to bring plenty of water and everything you need to prevent unpleasant sunburns.
Archaeological Sites
Visit Agugliastra.it to discover the best archaeological sites in the area. To find out more: Domus de Janas, Tombe dei giganti, Menhir.