Trip Guide: SUP Hike and Yoga Weekend in Sardinia

Ready to paddle Sardinia’s turquoise coastline, hike ancient wilderness trails, and tackle Via Ferrata climbing routes? This guide covers everything you need to show up prepared for four days of Mediterranean adventure.

You’ll be based in Bosa, a medieval town on Sardinia’s western coast. Navigate sea caves and secluded bays by SUP, trek through protected wilderness where vultures with six-foot wingspans circle overhead, build strength with yoga, and scale cliffs using steel cables, ladders and suspension bridges. Between adventures, make pasta with Italian nonnas, taste local Malvasia wine, and explore the pastel-coloured medieval town.

Getting There

Most people fly into Olbia Airport. For each trip date, we offer transfer times coordinated with recommended flights. We include group transfers.

Meeting Point: Olbia Airport

Fitness & Skill Level

You’ll be moving 4-5 hours each day to explore beautiful places. This trip isn’t a bootcamp, but to get the most out of the experience you’ll need a good level of fitness.

Activity Duration: 4-5 hours of activities plus one hour of yoga most days.

SUP Distances: 5-9km on calm seas and rivers. Ideal for beginners, no prior experience required.

Hiking: 3.5-10km, chosen based on weather, heat, and group energy. Trails range from easy to moderate. Navigate uneven, rocky paths with loose stones.

Via Ferrata: Climbing using ladders, steel handles, and foot holds without needing climbing skills or upper body strength. A harness ensures your safety.

Consecutive Activity: Four days of back-to-back activities, which can be demanding for some.

Sleep & Eat

We’ll be staying in a three star family-run hotel in the heart of the old town. There’s light, spacious rooms with air conditioning, WiFi and ensuite bathrooms. There’s also a rooftop terrace for guests.

Choose between sharing a twin room with another Gutsy Girl or booking a private room (limited availability, so book early if preferred). The hotel provides combined shower gel/shampoo and hair dryers on request.

We’ll spend minimal time at the hotel – it’s quiet, comfortable, and everything you need for a short escape.

You’ll eat at a selection of restaurants, learn to make fresh pasta with local nonnas who’ve been perfecting their techniques for decades, then sample Sardinia’s rarest wine – Malvasia di Bosa.

Weather

The trip runs in May, June, September and October. In peak summer heat, we may replace Via Ferrata with aquatrekking if it’s too hot on exposed climbing routes. We will also try to organise activities to avoid being out in the midday heat, however be prepared for spending your day outside.

Good to Know

Money: Budget €50-100 for drinks outside meals, extra gelato (you’ll want it), and souvenirs. Most places accept cards, but bring some cash for smaller vendors.

Tipping: Tipping is not compulsory on our adventures, but if you’ve had a great trip and brilliant service, a tip for your guide or host is always appreciated. We recommend giving €20-€30, or whatever you can or feel is the right amount.

Communication: Free WiFi at the hotel.

Local Life: Bosa moves at Mediterranean pace – shops close for afternoon siesta and evenings come alive with locals enjoying piazzas. Evening dress is casual but many guests enjoy wearing summer dresses or smarter casual wear for dinner. The town is small and friendly, with English spoken in hotels and restaurants.

Packing List

What We Provide

Activity Equipment:

• • SUP board and paddle
  • PFD (air belt)
  • Snorkel
  • Dry bag
  • Yoga mats

What You Need to Bring

Essential Clothing:

• • Swimwear
  • Water shoes (old trainers or aqua shoes, not flip flops or wetsuit booties)
  • Quick-drying shorts or leggings
  • Lightweight long-sleeve tops
  • UV protection t-shirt / rash vest
  • Activewear t-shirts
  • Hiking shoes / boots or trail running trainers with good grip and ankle support
  • Yoga clothes
  • Light jacket (particularly for early or late season trips)
  • Rain jacket
  • Clothes for evenings
  • Quick-dry or beach towel
  • Baseball cap or hat
  • Changing robe (optional)
  • Shorty / long john wetsuit (optional for early / late season trips only)

Personal Kit:

• • Sunglasses and sunglasses strap
  • Daypack (18–25 litres)
  • Small dry bag
  • Water bottle(s) – at least 2 litres capacity
  • Rehydration tablets (optional if the weather looks hot)
  • High factor waterproof sun block
  • SPF lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Toiletries and any personal medication
  • Travel adaptor
  • Waterproof phone case (optional)

Packing Tips

Sun protection is non-negotiable: You’ll be on the water for 3–5 hours most days, and the Mediterranean reflects UV back up at you, effectively doubling your exposure. We recommend high factor waterproof sunscreen, SPF lip balm, a rash vest, and a wide-brimmed hat or cap as priorities when you pack.

Get your footwear right for all activities: You’ll need water shoes for SUP, something secure that can get wet and will protect your feet when exiting on rocky beaches. Wetsuit booties are a faff to get on and off and flip flops will just fall off. A simple pair of aqua shoes does the job. For hiking, you need hiking boots or shoes. Trail running trainers with solid grip and good ankle support are also good, but not any other sort of running or gym trainers as they may cause you to slip.

A daypack and enough water are essential on hikes: You need something around 18-20L – big enough to carry water, sun cream, snacks, and a layer or two. Bring at least 2 litres of water capacity and consider rehydration tablets for hotter days. There will be opportunities to buy more water and fill up your own bottles throughout the day.

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