FAQ
Where exactly do we meet for the start? The meeting point
Our starting point is Spiaggia dei Baracconi , one of the most beautiful beaches in Golfo Aranci. Here is how to find us:
📍 Precise address
How will I recognise you when I arrive?
Search our gazebo / parasol with the Kayaking Moresca logo
Our guides wear orange T-shirts with the logo
You will find our colourful kayaks and SUPs lined up on the beach
How do I get to the meeting point by car?
🚗 By car from Olbia:
Take the SS125 towards Palau
Turn off for Golfo Aranci and follow the signs for “Cala Moresca”.”
The route is well signposted, about 15-20 minutes from Olbia
Leave the harbour behind and continue at a walking pace along the dirt road of Cala Moresca Street.
When you reach the point where you can no longer proceed straight ahead (you will find a no-trespassing sign), turn right and go under the bridge you will encounter.
- We are at the end of the car park
By car from Golfo Aranci centre:
Follow via del Porto and then via Cala Moresca
It is about 5-7 minutes from the village centre
How do I get to the meeting point by bus from Olbia?
🚌 By public transport:
ASPO Line Golfo Aranci - Olbia (nearest stop: junction Cala Moresca, then 10 minutes on foot)
How do I get to the meeting point by taxi from Olbia?
🚕 In a taxi:
From Olbia: approximately 30-40€
From Golfo Aranci centre: approximately €10-15
We recommend booking well in advance in high season
Where can I park in Cala Moresca?
Parking at Cala Moresca is managed and paid for during the peak season. Here is all you need to know:
🅿️ Main car park of Cala Moresca:
Location: Immediately before the beach, on the right
Summer cost (June-September): about 2-3€/hour or 10-15€ for the whole day
Low season cost: free or reduced rate
Places available: about 150, but in high season it fills up by 10:00 a.m.
🆓 Free alternatives (with a bit of a walk):
Dirt car park along the road before the crossroads (about 15 minutes' walk)
💡 Advice:
- If you come for the dawn tours, parking is free (the barrier goes up after 8 a.m.) and you can easily find space
- If you come in high season, arrives soon (by 9:30 a.m.) or consider leaving your car at the centre and taking a shuttle
Where can I leave my valuables during the excursion?
Our advice:
Bring only the essentials: phone (in waterproof case), some cash, keys
Use watertight boxes of our kayaks: they are safe from the water but not from theft (there are few people on the beach anyway and you can see everything)
For the guided tours, you can ask the guide to keep your wallet safe while browsing
How far is Cala Moresca from the main tourist resorts?
| Location | Distance by car | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Olbia | 15 km | 20 minutes |
| Porto Rotondo | 20 km | 25 minutes |
| Porto Cervo | 35 km | 40 minutes |
| San Teodoro | 45 km | 50 minutes |
| Palau | 40 km | 45 minutes |
| Emerald Coast | 25-40 km | 30-50 minutes |
| Figarolo (island) | 2 km by sea | 20 minutes of kayaking |
💡 Council: If you come from further afield, organise the day like this:
Morning: kayak/SUP excursion with us
Lunch: at a kiosk or one of the restaurants in Golfo Aranci
Afternoon: visit to Cape Figari or relaxation on the beach
Sunset: aperitif with a dolphin view
Is it possible to reach Figarolo Island by kayak or SUP?
Absolutely! Figarolo Island is one of the most spectacular destinations on our excursions.
🏝️ Info on Figarolo Island:
Distance to starting point: approx. 20-30 minutes by kayak)
It is a’uninhabited island and protected natural area
Characterised by the typical “white rock” (limestone) visible from all over the gulf
🚣 How to get there:
Guided tour: included in the itinerary, stops for snorkelling and photos
Autonomous rental: you can get there on your own, but be careful:
Check sea conditions (must be calm)
Do not get too close to rock faces (danger of landslides)
Respect the environment: don't take anything away, don't leave waste
What to see:
The peculiar white rock that looks like flour
The seabed rich in marine life (perfect for snorkelling)
The panorama of Golfo Aranci and Capo Figari
5. Are there services (bars, restaurants, toilets) in and around Cala Moresca?
No, Cala Moresca is a free and completely wild beach with no services. That is its beauty!
What you will NOT find at Cala Moresca and the Baracconi Beach:
❌ Bars or kiosks
❌ Restaurants
❌ Sunbed/umbrella hire
❌ Public toilets
❌ Showers
What you find:
✅ Unspoilt nature
✅ Crystal clear water
✅ Silence and relaxation away from the crowds
✅ Mediterranean scrub reaching down to the beach
💡 Practical tips for your day:
| Requirement | Solution |
|---|---|
| Drinking / eating | Door water and snacks in the waterproof backpack |
| Bathroom | No services, adjust before you arrive or... nature! (with discretion) |
| Shower | Not there, bring a towel to dry yourself and change in the car |
| Shadow | Bring a parasol or take advantage of the juniper trees behind the beach |
Where to find bars and restaurants:
A 5 minutes by car on the way back to Golfo Aranci centre you will find dozens of restaurants, bars and ice-cream parlours
The village offers plenty of options for lunch or an aperitif after the excursion
Prepare yourself as an explorer:The secret is to arrive equipped (water, snacks, everything you need) to enjoy nature without a hitch. We provide you with watertight kayak boxes for exactly this reason: take everything you need with you!