Selvaggio Blu, 1-week Hiking tour in Sardinia

Follow Riccardo, IFMGA certified mountain guide, and discover the fabulous Selvaggio Blu route, in Sardinia. Join him for a 1-week hiking trip and explore the region's stunning wilderness!

Group

7 Days

Mar - May, Sep - Nov

High

Advanced

Highlights

Enjoy an unforgettable hiking adventure in Sardinia.
Discover one of the most amazing wild areas in Europe.
Try yourself on a varied and challenging terrain.

Description

Are you looking for a fascinating adventure on the most isolated Mediterranean coastline? Then join me for this 1-week hiking experience in Sardinia, Italy. Let’s discover the Selvaggio Blu route together!

The Selvaggio Blu is a challenging and breathtaking trekking route in Sardinia, the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It goes through the internal coast of the Orosei gulf and, as opposed to usual trekking, it involves some rock climbing sections.

On this 7-day trip we will explore a beautiful wilderness area. The trail, surrounded by amazing limestone walls, crosses lush forests, over sea-cliffs, and narrow and deep gorges. Additionally, in some parts we will need to use ropes. Also, if you want, you will have the chance to swim in crystalline waters! Furthermore, we will sleep under the stars, or in caves, enjoying the pleasant Mediterranean climate.

So, if you are ready for a hiking adventure full of emotions, please contact me. This unforgettable 1-week trip we will be a unique opportunity to experience a full wilderness inmersion!

And if you want to step into a different outdoor activity, check out this Intro to trad climbing in Orco Valley or Val di Mello.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transportation start and back

Itinerary

Day 1: Getting ready

Ferry to Olbia (Sardinia) and transfer to Baunei. Equipment check, dinner and overnight.

Day 2: The adventure begins: Portu Quatu

Transfer to Cuile Despiggius. Hiking towards Portu Quau.

210m / 7km (6-7 hours)

Day 3: Cala Goloritzè

From Portu Quau to Cala Goloritzè, under the shade of the spectacular Aguglia trees.

565m / 7km (7-8 hours).

Day 4: Cuile Mancosu

From Cala Goloritzè to Cuile Mancosu. This is the most technical stage and requires climbing (grades III and IV), and a double rope abseiling descent.

588m / 5km (9-10 hours).

Day 5: Cala Sisine

From Cuile Mancosu to Cala Sisine. This is a shorter section but is quite demanding: four double rope abseiling descents.

100m / 4km (5-6 hours).

Day 6: Cala Gonone

From Cala Sisine to Cala Fuili. End of the hiking, dinner and overnight at Cala Gonone.

825m / 12km (5-6 hours).

Day 7: Return

Transfer to Olbia. Ferry to your destination.

Details

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Necessary Gear: rucksack, comfortable walking shoes/boots, climbing shoes, warm sleeping bag, air mattress, harness, descent device, flask, sunglasses, wind breaker jacket and pants, beret/hat, fleece sweater, some t-shirts, headlight and camera. Swimming costume and towel. Snacks: energy bars, slab of chocolate, biscuits, mineral salts, fruit juice. Wet wipes, toilette paper. If you do not have some of the technical gear, I it can provide it.

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About the guide

Riccardo

5.0

(4)

Mountain Guide

I am Reccardo Olliveri, class 1975, registered to the Alpine Guide College of Piemonte since 2002 and graduated in environment and territory engineering at the Turin technical college. I live at Turin, but I am resident in the Alps where I practice the mountaineering activity all through the year; I love the void and I play every time I can; on rock, ice, dry tooling and also skiing.

Its with great passion that I continue practicing the mountaineering activity and I dedicate myself to pass on to all those interested to know, the spirit and the ability to dedicate oneself close to the mountain in all its forms.

Languages

Italian | French | English

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What people are saying about Riccardo

BENJAMIN

Riccardo was an exceptional guide. On this 4 day skiing trip with him, he taught me how to ski tour and took me to many incredible locations. He was happy and able to help me whenever I got to a difficult location on the mountain and ensured I was always comfortable with what I was doing. Additionally, he is quite a great photographer so I got many nice photos from the adventure. I would definitely recommend Riccardo and this trip for anyone who is interested in trying off-piste skiing or ski touring.

Xavier

Riccardo is a super capable mountain guide who makes the right decisions the guarantee safety. He has years of experience in the mountains doing many different sports and activities and will align you skills with the right challenge. He is also is easy to communicate and plan with, both online and offline!

Lisa

I did the 4 day off piste at Mont Blanc. Riccardo is a very patient,funny and professional guide. He definitely speaks all 3 languages fluently and is accessible to ask questions and plan your ski trip. His vast knowledge about the mountain and skiing are incredible.He is always on time and checks the weather the night before to determine the iternary for the next day. He is very organized and helpful too. He even came with me to get my ski gear. He will always give you suggestions on which mountain and will ask what you would like to do. Due to the bad weather, I got to ski La Flegere and Le Tour. The views were still incredible and we had fresh powder snow. I had a great time and learned alot from him. It was an incredible experience that I will never forget and would definitely recommend him.