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Hiking through the east coast of Sardinia
Marco, IFMGA certified mountain guide, will take you on this 8-day hike along the east coast of Sardinia, in the mythical and difficult Selvaggio Blu!
Description
Join me in this incredible hiking trip through the wild east coast of Sardinia. Selvaggio Blu is one of the most difficult treks in Europe.
The itinerary runs along the whole gulf of Orosei, from Baunei to Cala Gonone. In fact, it’s a full immersion into the dense Mediterranean bush. We will progress among among impressive rocky walls and steep canals. These paths take us to white and golden sandy beaches.
Indeed, it will be a long and challenging week. The activities include crossing the dense vegetation, rappelling by ropes and climbing through easy passages in rock. But not everything is hard work. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a swim during each day of the swim.
All of this will give us moments of intense adventure and strong emotions. During the journey we will enjoy breathtaking views over extraordinary landscapes, and bivouacs along the moonlight shore.
The trip is 8 days long, of which we will hike during 6 days. For more details please check the itinerary below.
Are you tempted by this unique and challenging program? Then don’t hesitate to contact me! This is a once in a lifetime experience that we can live together. I also love hiking in the Alps during the summer. Check out this hiking trip around Monte Rosa!
Details
Accommodation - First and last day: refuge. - Tents |
More info Group size: 6 to 10 people. Lunch on the first and last day is not included. Transportation by plane or ferry to Sardinia is not included. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Leaving from Genova with ferry boat, we arrive in Olbia and transfer to the hut on the Baunei Mountains. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Pedra Longa
We leave from S. Maria Navarrese for the first step along the coast, (possibility to have a swim). We go through Pedra Longa and go up until Cuile Us Piggius. Dinner and overnight in tents.
D +800m
Duration: 4:30-5:30 hours
Easy path
Day 3: Cuile Us Piggius - Portu Quau
Amazing route with many panoramic views and impressive steps through juniper stairs equipped by shepherds. Dinner and overnight in tents.
D +210/-835m
Duration: 4-5hours
Distance: 7km
Medium path
Day 4: Portu Quau - Cala Goloritzè
A path with different panoramic points overlooking the sea with amazing views on the Orosei Gulf and Cala Goloritzè. Dinner and overnight in tents.
D +/-565m
Duration: 6-7 hours
Distance: 7km
Medium path
Day 5: Cala Goloritzè – Ololbissi
This is the most challenging part of the trek, but very impressive and of great satisfaction. A path with easy climbing trails and 5 rappels (4 short about 15 m and 1 of about 23 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
D +1000/-700m
Duration: 7-8 hours
Distance: 7km
Difficult path
Day 6: Ololbissi - Cala Sisine
A path with climbing trails (IV) and 4 rappels. Dinner in a restaurant, overnight in tents.
D +200/-500m
Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 6km
Difficult path
Day 7: Cala Sisine - Cala Luna
A very easy path with final swim in the beautiful Cala Luna Bay. Return to Santa Maria Navarrese with boat and transfer to the mountain hut; dinner and overnight.
D +825m
Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 8km
Easy path
Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Olbia and leaving with ferry boat or plane.
About the guide
I am Marco, and I am an UIAGM certified mountain guide since 2003. I started rock climbing when I was 14, and at the age of 20 I climbed the great Californian walls of El Capitan. Then i explored Patagonia, climbing the mythical Fitz Roy. I have also opened new routes in the Moroccan High Atlas and in the Alps.
My passion for the mountains drives me to work throughout the year, looking for new adventures. Depending on the season, I take my clients rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, freeriding, hiking... Either in the Alps, since i'm based in the Monte Rosa area, or in many other countries, in different continents.
The mountain as a playground has no limits!
What people are saying about Marco Cunaccia
Nienke
5.00
August 2020
Arielle Falcone
5.00
March 2018
Our guide was Pietro and not marco like we initially thought. Pietro was awesome, it is all about his clients and most importantly safety. We did two runs and it was an incredible experience. Guide is a must to explore the hidden spots because Monterosa ski is massive.
James Miller
5.00
February 2018
PAOLO was an amazing guide. This trip was the “craziest” experience of our groups lives. We saw incredible terrain, had great snow, and challenged ourselves. Highly recommend
Lorne Brown
5.00
February 2018
We had a fablupus day. We were initially booked with Marco but due to the weather we went later in the week and Marco wasn\'t available. We had another guide called Paolo Tombini and he was very good, very professional and good company.
Prices per person
Group of 6 | EUR 1100 each |
Group of 7 | EUR 1100 each |
Group of 8 | EUR 1100 each |
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Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation
- Transportation from your hotel/airport (if in area) to the start of the trip and back
- Transport during the trip
- Luggage transfer during the trip
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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We had an amazing climbing experience which was primarily duw to the excellent and experienced guide (Marco and Paolo). High calibre individuals wgo really care about the group’s well being and pushing the tea. To their limits in a good way. The only comment we have is the primitive toilet facilities and lack of water to wash up at Margerita hutte.