Sardinia

East Coast Hike Adventure

6 nights from £1850 • €2135 • $2545

Activities

5 full days guided adventures

Accommodation

3 nights in a shared room & 3 nights in private tent

Level

Intermediate

Food

Local traditional food, packed lunches and camp meals

Difficulty

Group Size

Challenging

Transfers

7 new friends

Dates

Fly into Olbia, Sardinia

October

  • Hiker's Paradise Beyond the Beaches

    While tourists crowd Sardinia's resorts, the East Coast's paths and countryside reveal a hiking paradise accessible only on foot or boat.

  • Ancient Trails & Diverse Terrain Daily

    Trek ancient shepherd's trails, coastal paths through Mediterranean scrub, forest tracks, and limestone cliffs. Different terrain brings new adventures every day.

  • Tackle the Legendary Selvaggio Blu

    Hike sections of the Selvaggio Blu, one of Italy's most challenging and rewarding multi-day treks.

  • Off-Grid Overnight Expeditions Made Easier

    Carry your day pack, whilst ground support moves your main kit by van and boat.

  • Swim in Hidden Mediterranean Coves

    Crystal blue waters and secluded bays to swim in reward every hike.

  • Three Nights Wild Camping Off-Grid

    Swap electricity and showers for waking up in incredible locations with some serious scenery.

  • Authentic Shepherd's Farm Experience

    Camp for one night at a working farm and enjoy a dinner of fresh local produce - basic facilities, first-class hospitality.

  • Fresh Local Food Throughout

    Enjoy delicious Sardinian cuisine - fresh salads, local restaurant dinners, and one unforgettable evening when meals arrive by boat to the beach.

Sardinia's East Coast isn't your typical hiking destination. While tourists flock to the beaches, you'll be accessing them the hard way: on foot, through terrain that keeps most people out and the landscape unspoiled. This is a week of hiking ancient shepherd's trails that don't make it into guidebooks, tackling sections of the legendary Selvaggio Blu, and camping in spots you'd never find on your own. You'll trek to beaches only reachable after hours of walking, sleep under canvas on the sand, share meals with a shepherd's family, and take in every single view.

This isn’t a gentle introduction to hiking. You'll be on your feet for five consecutive days, with two nights of wild camping. There’s no showers, minimal facilities, and terrain that demands a head for heights and solid fitness. But in return you get crystal-clear coves where you might be the only people swimming, clifftop trails with views over an untouched coastline, and the kind of experience that reminds you why you started hiking in the first place. This is Sardinia for hikers who want more than a scenic stroll.

Location

Sardinia's East Coast is built for hiking. While most visitors stick to beaches and resorts, the coastal paths and countryside around them are quickly becoming known as a hiker's paradise. The landscape means many beaches and trails are only accessible on foot or by boat, keeping the area natural and undeveloped.

Over six nights, you'll see why the East Coast belongs on every hiker's list. Ancient shepherd's trails, coastal paths cutting through dense Mediterranean scrub, forest tracks, limestone cliffs - each day brings different terrain and a new adventure.

Activities

  • Hiking

    This is your chance to hike Sardinia's rugged East Coast. Spend five days trekking ancient shepherd's paths, tackling steep coastal climbs, and covering sections of the Selvaggio Blu, one of Italy's most challenging multi-day hikes. You'll wind through dense Mediterranean forest, follow rivers to hidden coves, and reach clifftops with views that make the effort worthwhile.

    This trip suits anyone with hiking experience who's ready to move from day hikes to off-grid overnight expeditions (with hotel stays at the start and end). Ground support moves your main kit by van and boat, so you only carry a daypack with layers, water, sunscreen, and (all important) snacks.

  • Swimming

    Dive into crystal blue waters, paddle in bays only accessible after a morning's hike, and make the most of evening swims as the sun drops. The coastal paths offer plenty of chances to cool off and ease tired muscles in the Mediterranean, whilst the clear waters are ideal for snorkelling and spotting marine life.

  • Wild Camping

    Spend three nights camping in the Sardinian countryside, two of them completely off-grid. There’s no electricity, no showers, and very limited toilet facilities. What you get instead: incredible locations, meals with serious scenery, a real taste of Sardinia's countryside, and brilliant women to share it with.

  • Shepherd's Stay

    One night camping at a shepherd's farm for a taste of Agriturismo. Basic facilities, first-class hospitality. Pitch your tent, enjoy dinner made from fresh local produce, and—here's the win—access to a hot shower.

Hiking

This is your chance to hike Sardinia's rugged East Coast. Spend five days trekking ancient shepherd's paths, tackling steep coastal climbs, and covering sections of the Selvaggio Blu, one of Italy's most challenging multi-day hikes. You'll wind through dense Mediterranean forest, follow rivers to hidden coves, and reach clifftops with views that make the effort worthwhile.

This trip suits anyone with hiking experience who's ready to move from day hikes to off-grid overnight expeditions (with hotel stays at the start and end). Ground support moves your main kit by van and boat, so you only carry a daypack with layers, water, sunscreen, and (all important) snacks.

Swimming

Dive into crystal blue waters, paddle in bays only accessible after a morning's hike, and make the most of evening swims as the sun drops. The coastal paths offer plenty of chances to cool off and ease tired muscles in the Mediterranean, whilst the clear waters are ideal for snorkelling and spotting marine life.

Wild Camping

Spend three nights camping in the Sardinian countryside, two of them completely off-grid. There’s no electricity, no showers, and very limited toilet facilities. What you get instead: incredible locations, meals with serious scenery, a real taste of Sardinia's countryside, and brilliant women to share it with.

Shepherd’s Stay

For one night you’ll camp at a shepherd's farm - the facilities are fairly basic, but the hospitality is first-class. Pitch your tent, enjoy dinner made from fresh local produce, and - here's the win - access to a shower.

Fitness and Experience Level

  • Difficulty

    This hiking holiday is designed for intermediate to advanced hikers ready to try a wild camping adventure, with stays in solid accommodation bookending the experience.

    The camp-to-camp section involves three consecutive days hiking on demanding terrain, covering up to 14km per day with significant ascents and descents. A good level of fitness is essential, as is a head for heights and confidence on rocky, uneven paths and exposed terrain.

  • Duration: Seven days, six nights and you'll be hiking for five of them.

    Distance: Around 47km total across the week. Daily distances range from 6.5km to 14km.

    Elevation: Hills every day. The biggest climb is around 685m. Daily elevation gain ranges from +200m to +685m. Daily elevation loss ranges from -135m to -700m.

    Terrain: Ancient shepherd's trails, coastal paths through dense Mediterranean scrub, forest tracks, and limestone cliffs. There’s also rickety staircases built by local shepherds in some sections. Varied terrain throughout.

    Heights: You need a head for heights on this trip. You'll hike along narrow balcony paths overlooking the mediterranean sea. 

    Consecutive Days: Five days of hiking back-to-back.

    Accommodation: Two nights in basic triple rooms at a hiker's refuge, two nights wild camping, one night at a shepherd's farm, and one night in a hotel to finish. There’s no private rooms available-you'll share rooms, but will have your own tent.

    Off-Grid Living: Two nights wild camping with no shower access and limited toilet facilities.

    Weather: Coastal Sardinia in summer means heat, sun, and occasional ocean breezes. The weather and sea conditions can shift plans, so flexibility is needed.

  • For anyone who loves hiking, enjoys a challenge, and is ready for three nights camping in the Sardinian countryside, this is your trip. You should be comfortable hiking multiple days in a row on steep, uneven terrain, have a strong sense of adventure and a willingness to embrace wilderness living and everything that comes with it.

  • You'll mix it up across the week: two nights in a hiker's refuge, two nights wild camping (no showers, minimal toilets), one night camping at a shepherd's farm with basic facilities, and your final night at a hotel. Private rooms aren't an option, but you'll have your tent to yourself when camping. We provide the tent and mat; you bring your sleeping bag and pillow.

  • You’ll have delicious local food throughout—fresh salads and sandwiches for lunch, dinners at local restaurants, and meals delivered by boat as you chill on the beach.

    We can cater for dietary requirements, but be aware: as we’re in such remote locations, vegan options aren’t available. Vegetarian and gluten-free can be catered for, but options will be more limited than you might be used to. If you have specific dietary needs, get in touch before booking so we can talk it through.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Afternoon: We'll pick you up from Olbia airport and drive 2.5 hours to our hiker's refuge on the Golgo Plateau. Get settled into your shared room at this simple, clean base.

    Evening: Depending on arrival time, there's a chance for a short walk to see the dramatic rock faces. Then group dinner, introductions, and a briefing from our local guides.

  • Day 2

    Morning: Breakfast at the refuge, then we hit the trail. Today's a 14km circular route on ancient shepherd's paths and your first look at the Gulf of Orosei's 30km coastline.

    Afternoon: Trek to a secluded white sand beach with bright blue water, overlooked by a 100m limestone pinnacle. Lunch and a swim here before heading back to the refuge (once you’ve dried off - it won’t take long!)

    Evening: Back to the refuge, then dinner at a local restaurant. After that hike you'll sleep well tonight.

  • Day 3

    Morning: Pack your daypack and hand over your luggage. Today's an 8km beach-to-beach hike along the Selvaggio Blu, one of Italy's toughest multi-day routes. We've chosen a less technical section though, so no rope skills are required.

    Afternoon: Trek through dense Mediterranean vegetation to a small cove with pink and white sand, surrounded by 500m cliffs. The bay is only accessible on foot, so you might have it to yourselves. Once you’re done enjoying the beach, a boat pickup will take you to your campsite for the night.

    Evening: Set up tents and watch the day-trippers leave. Group dinner at camp, then the beach is yours.

  • Day 4

    Morning: Breakfast at camp, take down the tents, then it’s a 9.5km hike to the next beach. The coastal path winds through dense forest, before opening up to jaw-dropping rock formations.

    Afternoon: Follow the river down to a long sandy beach backed by caves carved into limestone cliffs.

    Evening: Wild camp on the beach, with dinner delivered by a local restaurant. There are no showers, and the nearest toilet's a 10-minute walk away - this is off-grid camping.

  • Day 5

    Morning: Breakfast on the beach and time to swim, relax and take in the views.

    Afternoon: A shorter 6.5km hike on an ancient shepherd's trail - the kind that doesn't appear in guidebooks. Our local guides know these paths, passed down through generations of shepherds who've worked this land.

    Evening: Camp at a shepherd's farm (cold showers available). Dinner with the shepherd's family for some authentic Sardinian hospitality.

  • Day 6

    Morning: Breakfast at the farm, then a 9.5km hike through forests to the final bay. 

    Afternoon: Rest time at the beach before hiking to a small coastal town and your final destination. A gelato stop is essential.

    Evening: Take a short transfer to charming hotel in a small beach town with incredible views of the Mediterranean for your celebratory dinner.

  • Day 7

    Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Take in the beach views and make the most of your free time before getting the transfer back to Olbia airport.

    • Sat 10 October - Fri 16 October (guaranteed)

Dates

Price

Shared Room & Private Tent: £1850 (approx. €2135 / $2545)

  • Gutsy Girls is a UK-based adventure company welcoming women worldwide. Prices are in pounds (£) with estimates in euros (€) and US dollars ($). The final amount dependant on your card provider’s conversion rate at time of payment and may fluctuate.

  • Secure your spot with a 30% deposit; the balance is due 45 days before the trip.

Included

  • 5 days of guided hiking

  • 6 nights accommodation (refuge, camping, agriturismo)

  • Individual tent, sleeping mat, hiking poles

  • All meals included

  • Full ground support and luggage transfer

  • Qualified local guide

  • Airport transfers for recommended flights

  • Gutsy Girls Host

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    • Flights to and from the meeting point

    • Personal travel insurance

    • Personal expenses

  • Cancellations are effective from the date we receive your written notice via email. The following fees apply:

    • 100% of the trip cost if cancelled 44 days or less before the trip.

    • 30% of the trip cost if cancelled 45 days or more before the trip.

    Full terms and conditions are available for review before you book and make payment

  • Every date on this adventure is locked in and happening. Book your flights, we're going.

Travel

  • Transfers run on schedule and can't wait, even for our suggested flights. Make sure you're there and pick flights that align with the transfer. 

    Please note our transfer runs at different times depending on the date.

    Transfer Times

    10 - 16 October 2026

    Arrival: 17:35 at Olbia Airport

    Departure: 8:30 at Olbia Airport

  • We've suggested some London flights, but our guests fly in from everywhere. Book what works for you, just make sure you land in time for our group transfer.

    10 - 16 October 2026
    Departure: LGW 12:55 → OLB 16:35 | EZY8345
    Return: OLB 10:30 → LGW 11:55 | EZY8348

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Packing List

    • Tent

    • Sleeping mat

    • Hiking poles

  • Please see out packing list here.

Questions?

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