The island of Sant'Antioco suits every level, from a first dive to a sunset horse ride. The clubs we recommend.
Between days at the pool and on the beach, the island is well suited to sport: distances are short, and the three clubs below are the ones we recommend in the villa's welcome booklet.
Board sports: kitesurfing, wing foil and windsurfing
The Sa Barra Windsurf & Kite Club, at Località Su Pranu, has shallow water that is ideal for beginners. It offers kitesurfing lessons at every level, wing foil and windsurfing, with IKO-certified instructors. In July and August, a kitesurfing school also sets up on Spiaggia Grande, 200 metres from the villa.
On horseback through the maquis
Over by Cala Sapone, the Carolina Ranch offers horse rides along the coast and through the Mediterranean maquis, including sunset rides open to beginners.
Beneath the surface
The Sirena Sardinia Diving School, Via Nazionale in Sant'Antioco, offers first dives for beginners, recreational and technical PADI courses, guided snorkelling outings, and dives on the finest sites of the south coast, from Sant'Antioco to Carloforte and Teulada.
For free snorkelling, the west coast of the island lines up spectacular cliffs: the Nido dei Passeri, the Cala della Signora and the Arco dei Baci are the favourite spots for dives, masks and snorkels. And when crossing back over the isthmus, keep an eye on the lagoon: pink flamingos stay there for a good part of the year.
