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Selvaggio Blu – Sardinia's most legendary hike

Selvaggio Blu – raw nature experience along Sardinia's coast

Selvaggio Blu – a different kind of hike!

This is the trip for those seeking adventure! Selvaggio Blu is a famous and demanding route along the untouched coast of Sardinia. It stretches about 40 kilometers through some of the island's most remote and beautiful landscapes. Although the path is not technically difficult, it offers challenges with steep climbs and rough terrain. This part of Sardinia is only accessible on foot – and many describe the experience as one of Europe's finest hikes. A real triple treat: spectacular, beautiful, and just the right amount of challenging. 

The Terrain

The terrain is highly varied, from well-trodden paths to sharp limestone, passages through Mediterranean vegetation, and sheer cliffs. During the first two days, you will adapt to the environment and the rhythm. You will gradually learn to move lightly and agilely, avoid thorny branches, and make your way safely.
Every day there will be an opportunity for a refreshing dip in one of the many beautiful bays of the famous azure water. Along the way, you will visit Cala Fenile, Portu Pedrosu, Cala Goloritzé, Cala Mariolu, Portu Mudaloru, Cala Biriala, and Cala Sisine. Spectacular places you can only reach by boat, or like us, on foot. Paradise!

The difficulty level increases gradually over the last three days, when you will also encounter some simple climbing passages where you must use ropes and double-roping (abseiling).

Quick facts about the trip

This is without a doubt a trip for those who love outdoor adventure! You do not need to be in peak physical condition, but some preparation is required. A few weekly hikes in advance with plenty of elevation gain are necessary. You must also function well socially in a group, as well as enjoy camping in nature. Flexibility and adaptability are essential. These new friendships will likely be some of the things you remember best.

Along the way, there will be some challenging sections, so some skill in control, balance, and confidence in placing your feet is required. In the slightly more technical sections, the experienced mountain guides will provide you with all the necessary guidance and safety backup you need to negotiate the passages safely! You will get close to nature, the local culture, and are guaranteed to make new friends.

This is a popular trip worldwide, so there will likely be participants of several nationalities. Maximum 8 people per guide. Multiple groups with multiple guides may walk together, but in that case, probably with a maximum of 12 people in total.

Simple accommodation standard

Accommodation is simple, with overnight stays at B&B hotels on the first and last nights. The rest of the nights we stay in tents or at simple campsites where we spend the night "under cover" with access to a toilet/shower, and two nights in tents where we do not have access to a shower and toilet. During the hike, you carrying a smaller daypack, 30 – 40 liters, with what you need during the day, such as technical equipment, water, energy bars, and a packed lunch. The lighter, the better. The rest of the luggage is transported to the various overnight camps. On the starting day, you will be handed a 60-liter container where you pack your personal luggage as well as a sleeping bag and mattress. This will then be transported to the accommodation sites.

The tour is conducted with a certified, highly experienced Italian mountain guide.

Quick facts about the trip

This is without a doubt a trip for those who love outdoor adventure! You do not need to be in peak physical condition, but some preparation is required. A few weekly hikes in advance with plenty of elevation gain are necessary. You must also function well socially in a group, as well as enjoy camping in nature. Flexibility and adaptability are essential. These new friendships will likely be some of the things you remember best.

Along the way, there will be some challenging sections, so some skill in control, balance, and confidence in placing your feet is required. In the slightly more technical sections, the experienced mountain guides will provide you with all the necessary guidance and safety backup you need to negotiate the passages safely! You will get close to nature, the local culture, and are guaranteed to make new friends.

This is a popular trip worldwide, so there will likely be participants of several nationalities. Maximum 8 people per guide. Multiple groups with multiple guides may walk together, but in that case, probably with a maximum of 12 people in total.

Simple accommodation standard

Accommodation is simple, with overnight stays at B&B hotels on the first and last nights. The rest of the nights we stay in tents or at simple campsites where we spend the night "under cover" with access to a toilet/shower, and two nights in tents where we do not have access to a shower and toilet. During the hike, you carrying a smaller daypack, 30 – 40 liters, with what you need during the day, such as technical equipment, water, energy bars, and a packed lunch. The lighter, the better. The rest of the luggage is transported to the various overnight camps. On the starting day, you will be handed a 60-liter container where you pack your personal luggage as well as a sleeping bag and mattress. This will then be transported to the accommodation sites.

The tour is conducted with a certified, highly experienced Italian mountain guide.

Highlights

  • The spectacular and impressive nature

  • Climbing and rappelling well-guided by local guides

  • The friendship with the other participants

  • Communal dinners made with local ingredients

  • The sense of mastery each stage brings

  • The combination of local culture and physical activity

  • The professional, local mountain guides and their knowledge

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Program

The daily program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make corrections for any typographical errors and currency fluctuations.

The daily program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make corrections for any typographical errors and currency fluctuations.

Day 1Arrival Day

Første natten overnatter du i den koselige byen Santa Maria Navarrese - Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

You fly from Oslo to Cagliari (flight tickets not included in price, you book this yourself). Shared transport from the airport to the start location. Approx. 2 hours transport to the first accommodation. This day you will spend the night at a cozy Bed & Breakfast near Santa Maria Navarrese. Lunch on your own (not included).

The afternoon is spent briefing about the trip, distributing the luggage into the daypack to be carried on the day stage and what will be transported directly to the camp, as well as getting to know the group over a nice dinner (included).

MealsDinner
AccommodationAccommodation B&B, Santa Maria Navarrese

Day 2Santa Maria Navarrese - Ovile us Piggius

Pedra Longa Beach, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Today's stage is a nice "warm-up" for the coming days. After leaving the coastal village, you set your course northwards for approx. an hour and a half on a nice path. The path leads you to the famous (and beautiful) Pedra Longa cliff, which is also the official start of Selvaggio Blu.

When you arrive at the impressive Punta Giradili cliff wall, a short break is probably in order. Here you will also find a small detour for a swim in the hidden and crystal-clear water at Cala Fenile cliff.
With renewed energy, you then head up alongside the Giradili cliff towards Ovile Us Piggius. From here you must put on the technical equipment and climb up the wall to Punta Giradili, on the less steep side. The summit is reached after climbing/hiking through both vegetation and intricate passages. Once up, the group eventually returns to the Ovile for a typical Sardinian dinner made from delicious, local ingredients!

Here you stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house, with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 800 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 7 hours

Day 3From Ovile us Piggius to Genne E'Modregu

Deltakerne som går Selvaggio Blu kommer fra hele verden | Expa Travel

A fairly long and varied stage with great diversity in the surroundings.
Today there will be forests, rocky areas, climbing walls, and hidden beaches. You leave Ovile di Us Piggius, and after passing Mount Ginnirco, you move down towards the cliffs. From here you get a fantastic view of both the distance covered AND what lies ahead!

A steep descent with mixed vegetation, followed by a long traverse along the mountain side leads you to the entrance of Bacu Tenadili. A "bacu" is a canyon carved out by water, but now dry, which goes from the inland to the sea. During this trip, you will see several of these. Some are a bit challenging when passing through them.

To enter Bacu Tenadili, you follow an old path. To exit on the other side, you must climb. Technically easy climbing, but with ropes for safety. Spectacular nature!
After putting the equipment back in your backpack, a one-hour descent to Portu Pedrosu awaits. There you can also take a well-deserved dip in the sea.

After your swim and break, you continue walking for about 3 hours in the direction of Punta Salinas. A fantastic terrace by the sea will be your accommodation for tonight (tent camp).

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 700 m up / 500 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 4From Punta Salinas to Cala Mariolu

Den vakre stranden Cala Mariolu på Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Today's stage will be spectacular, where you, among other things, enter the very 'heart' of Selvaggio Blu.

After leaving the Salinas plateau, the group descends together towards Cala Goloritzè and its beautiful beach. Deemed by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

After a lovely swim, you put on harness and helmet to follow the famous "Su Ledere". These are exposed mountain ledges above the sea, a Via Ferrata literally hanging over the azure-blue sea.
At the end of the via ferrata, there is a long traverse before descending towards Cala Mariolu. A fantastic beach where we also camp for the night. Here we stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house and with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 600 m down
DistanceApprox. 6 hours

Day 5Cala Mariolu to Ovile Ololbissi

Rapellering ned til Portu Mudaloru-buken, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

If you thought the first few days were spectacular, then, if possible, the next few days will be even better!
At Cala Mariolu you leave the main path and continue on the panoramic traverse towards the Mudaloru caves. A 40-meter abseil takes you down to the giant caves, and further to Portu Mudaloru bay. A mandatory stop for lunch and a refreshing swim.

Fresh and rested, you then embark on a relatively strenuous climb up a slope, to further take a traverse that through forest, short climbing sections, and abseils leads to the famous Su Feilau. From here, it will take about 40 minutes to climb up along Bacu Su Padente to reach the accommodation site Ololbissi.

Another magical day ends with a tent camp. There is no access to shower and toilet here.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 600 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 6From Ovile Ololbissi to Cala Sisine

Utfordrende fottur på Sardinia, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Last but not least! The final day is a mixture of vertical "cliff balconies" with views of the cliffs, narrow gullies that must be crossed, small caves, and long abseils up to 45 meters long.

Today is the last stage of the trip, finishing in Cala Sisine. A worthy conclusion to this unforgettable week filled with both exertions and great satisfaction!

If the schedule allows, there will be a small detour to one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful bays; Cala Biriola. It can only be reached by boat or with a 40-meter abseil straight down to the beach.

After completing the stage, we are picked up by a RIB boat and driven back to Santa Maria, where we started the trip on the first day.

Accommodation at the same B&B as the first day.

We eat a farewell dinner at a cozy, local restaurant in the town of Santa Teresa.
We believe the dinner this final evening feels very special.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationB&B in the Cala Biriola area
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 700 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 7Departure Day

Klatring rundt klipper i Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Transport from the Santa Teresa area to Cagliari after breakfast.

The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency changes or typing errors.

MealsBreakfast

Day 1Arrival Day

Første natten overnatter du i den koselige byen Santa Maria Navarrese - Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

You fly from Oslo to Cagliari (flight tickets not included in price, you book this yourself). Shared transport from the airport to the start location. Approx. 2 hours transport to the first accommodation. This day you will spend the night at a cozy Bed & Breakfast near Santa Maria Navarrese. Lunch on your own (not included).

The afternoon is spent briefing about the trip, distributing the luggage into the daypack to be carried on the day stage and what will be transported directly to the camp, as well as getting to know the group over a nice dinner (included).

MealsDinner
AccommodationAccommodation B&B, Santa Maria Navarrese

Day 2Santa Maria Navarrese - Ovile us Piggius

Pedra Longa Beach, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Today's stage is a nice "warm-up" for the coming days. After leaving the coastal village, you set your course northwards for approx. an hour and a half on a nice path. The path leads you to the famous (and beautiful) Pedra Longa cliff, which is also the official start of Selvaggio Blu.

When you arrive at the impressive Punta Giradili cliff wall, a short break is probably in order. Here you will also find a small detour for a swim in the hidden and crystal-clear water at Cala Fenile cliff.
With renewed energy, you then head up alongside the Giradili cliff towards Ovile Us Piggius. From here you must put on the technical equipment and climb up the wall to Punta Giradili, on the less steep side. The summit is reached after climbing/hiking through both vegetation and intricate passages. Once up, the group eventually returns to the Ovile for a typical Sardinian dinner made from delicious, local ingredients!

Here you stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house, with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 800 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 7 hours

Day 3From Ovile us Piggius to Genne E'Modregu

Deltakerne som går Selvaggio Blu kommer fra hele verden | Expa Travel

A fairly long and varied stage with great diversity in the surroundings.
Today there will be forests, rocky areas, climbing walls, and hidden beaches. You leave Ovile di Us Piggius, and after passing Mount Ginnirco, you move down towards the cliffs. From here you get a fantastic view of both the distance covered AND what lies ahead!

A steep descent with mixed vegetation, followed by a long traverse along the mountain side leads you to the entrance of Bacu Tenadili. A "bacu" is a canyon carved out by water, but now dry, which goes from the inland to the sea. During this trip, you will see several of these. Some are a bit challenging when passing through them.

To enter Bacu Tenadili, you follow an old path. To exit on the other side, you must climb. Technically easy climbing, but with ropes for safety. Spectacular nature!
After putting the equipment back in your backpack, a one-hour descent to Portu Pedrosu awaits. There you can also take a well-deserved dip in the sea.

After your swim and break, you continue walking for about 3 hours in the direction of Punta Salinas. A fantastic terrace by the sea will be your accommodation for tonight (tent camp).

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 700 m up / 500 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 4From Punta Salinas to Cala Mariolu

Den vakre stranden Cala Mariolu på Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Today's stage will be spectacular, where you, among other things, enter the very 'heart' of Selvaggio Blu.

After leaving the Salinas plateau, the group descends together towards Cala Goloritzè and its beautiful beach. Deemed by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

After a lovely swim, you put on harness and helmet to follow the famous "Su Ledere". These are exposed mountain ledges above the sea, a Via Ferrata literally hanging over the azure-blue sea.
At the end of the via ferrata, there is a long traverse before descending towards Cala Mariolu. A fantastic beach where we also camp for the night. Here we stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house and with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 600 m down
DistanceApprox. 6 hours

Day 5Cala Mariolu to Ovile Ololbissi

Rapellering ned til Portu Mudaloru-buken, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

If you thought the first few days were spectacular, then, if possible, the next few days will be even better!
At Cala Mariolu you leave the main path and continue on the panoramic traverse towards the Mudaloru caves. A 40-meter abseil takes you down to the giant caves, and further to Portu Mudaloru bay. A mandatory stop for lunch and a refreshing swim.

Fresh and rested, you then embark on a relatively strenuous climb up a slope, to further take a traverse that through forest, short climbing sections, and abseils leads to the famous Su Feilau. From here, it will take about 40 minutes to climb up along Bacu Su Padente to reach the accommodation site Ololbissi.

Another magical day ends with a tent camp. There is no access to shower and toilet here.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 600 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 6From Ovile Ololbissi to Cala Sisine

Utfordrende fottur på Sardinia, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Last but not least! The final day is a mixture of vertical "cliff balconies" with views of the cliffs, narrow gullies that must be crossed, small caves, and long abseils up to 45 meters long.

Today is the last stage of the trip, finishing in Cala Sisine. A worthy conclusion to this unforgettable week filled with both exertions and great satisfaction!

If the schedule allows, there will be a small detour to one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful bays; Cala Biriola. It can only be reached by boat or with a 40-meter abseil straight down to the beach.

After completing the stage, we are picked up by a RIB boat and driven back to Santa Maria, where we started the trip on the first day.

Accommodation at the same B&B as the first day.

We eat a farewell dinner at a cozy, local restaurant in the town of Santa Teresa.
We believe the dinner this final evening feels very special.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationB&B in the Cala Biriola area
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 700 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 7Departure Day

Klatring rundt klipper i Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Transport from the Santa Teresa area to Cagliari after breakfast.

The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency changes or typing errors.

MealsBreakfast

Day 1Arrival Day

Første natten overnatter du i den koselige byen Santa Maria Navarrese - Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

You fly from Oslo to Cagliari (flight tickets not included in price, you book this yourself). Shared transport from the airport to the start location. Approx. 2 hours transport to the first accommodation. This day you will spend the night at a cozy Bed & Breakfast near Santa Maria Navarrese. Lunch on your own (not included).

The afternoon is spent briefing about the trip, distributing the luggage into the daypack to be carried on the day stage and what will be transported directly to the camp, as well as getting to know the group over a nice dinner (included).

MealsDinner
AccommodationAccommodation B&B, Santa Maria Navarrese

Day 2Santa Maria Navarrese - Ovile us Piggius

Pedra Longa Beach, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Today's stage is a nice "warm-up" for the coming days. After leaving the coastal village, you set your course northwards for approx. an hour and a half on a nice path. The path leads you to the famous (and beautiful) Pedra Longa cliff, which is also the official start of Selvaggio Blu.

When you arrive at the impressive Punta Giradili cliff wall, a short break is probably in order. Here you will also find a small detour for a swim in the hidden and crystal-clear water at Cala Fenile cliff.
With renewed energy, you then head up alongside the Giradili cliff towards Ovile Us Piggius. From here you must put on the technical equipment and climb up the wall to Punta Giradili, on the less steep side. The summit is reached after climbing/hiking through both vegetation and intricate passages. Once up, the group eventually returns to the Ovile for a typical Sardinian dinner made from delicious, local ingredients!

Here you stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house, with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 800 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 7 hours

Day 3From Ovile us Piggius to Genne E'Modregu

Deltakerne som går Selvaggio Blu kommer fra hele verden | Expa Travel

A fairly long and varied stage with great diversity in the surroundings.
Today there will be forests, rocky areas, climbing walls, and hidden beaches. You leave Ovile di Us Piggius, and after passing Mount Ginnirco, you move down towards the cliffs. From here you get a fantastic view of both the distance covered AND what lies ahead!

A steep descent with mixed vegetation, followed by a long traverse along the mountain side leads you to the entrance of Bacu Tenadili. A "bacu" is a canyon carved out by water, but now dry, which goes from the inland to the sea. During this trip, you will see several of these. Some are a bit challenging when passing through them.

To enter Bacu Tenadili, you follow an old path. To exit on the other side, you must climb. Technically easy climbing, but with ropes for safety. Spectacular nature!
After putting the equipment back in your backpack, a one-hour descent to Portu Pedrosu awaits. There you can also take a well-deserved dip in the sea.

After your swim and break, you continue walking for about 3 hours in the direction of Punta Salinas. A fantastic terrace by the sea will be your accommodation for tonight (tent camp).

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 700 m up / 500 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 4From Punta Salinas to Cala Mariolu

Den vakre stranden Cala Mariolu på Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Today's stage will be spectacular, where you, among other things, enter the very 'heart' of Selvaggio Blu.

After leaving the Salinas plateau, the group descends together towards Cala Goloritzè and its beautiful beach. Deemed by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

After a lovely swim, you put on harness and helmet to follow the famous "Su Ledere". These are exposed mountain ledges above the sea, a Via Ferrata literally hanging over the azure-blue sea.
At the end of the via ferrata, there is a long traverse before descending towards Cala Mariolu. A fantastic beach where we also camp for the night. Here we stay overnight "under a roof" in a simple house and with access to a basic shower and toilet.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 600 m down
DistanceApprox. 6 hours

Day 5Cala Mariolu to Ovile Ololbissi

Rapellering ned til Portu Mudaloru-buken, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

If you thought the first few days were spectacular, then, if possible, the next few days will be even better!
At Cala Mariolu you leave the main path and continue on the panoramic traverse towards the Mudaloru caves. A 40-meter abseil takes you down to the giant caves, and further to Portu Mudaloru bay. A mandatory stop for lunch and a refreshing swim.

Fresh and rested, you then embark on a relatively strenuous climb up a slope, to further take a traverse that through forest, short climbing sections, and abseils leads to the famous Su Feilau. From here, it will take about 40 minutes to climb up along Bacu Su Padente to reach the accommodation site Ololbissi.

Another magical day ends with a tent camp. There is no access to shower and toilet here.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationOvernight stay in tent camp
Elevation differenceApprox. 600 m up / 200 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 6From Ovile Ololbissi to Cala Sisine

Utfordrende fottur på Sardinia, Selvaggio Blu | Expa Travel

Last but not least! The final day is a mixture of vertical "cliff balconies" with views of the cliffs, narrow gullies that must be crossed, small caves, and long abseils up to 45 meters long.

Today is the last stage of the trip, finishing in Cala Sisine. A worthy conclusion to this unforgettable week filled with both exertions and great satisfaction!

If the schedule allows, there will be a small detour to one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful bays; Cala Biriola. It can only be reached by boat or with a 40-meter abseil straight down to the beach.

After completing the stage, we are picked up by a RIB boat and driven back to Santa Maria, where we started the trip on the first day.

Accommodation at the same B&B as the first day.

We eat a farewell dinner at a cozy, local restaurant in the town of Santa Teresa.
We believe the dinner this final evening feels very special.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AccommodationB&B in the Cala Biriola area
Elevation differenceApprox. 300 m up / 700 m down
DistanceApprox. 8 hours

Day 7Departure Day

Klatring rundt klipper i Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia | Expa Travel

Transport from the Santa Teresa area to Cagliari after breakfast.

The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency changes or typing errors.

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This is only a recommendation – feel free to borrow gear from friends or use what you already have. Look at the list as a starting point, and adapt it to your needs and what you feel you will need on the trip.

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