A secluded sanctuary along Sardinia’s Golfo di Orosei, Cala dei Gabbiani is famed for its smooth white quartz pebble seabed and aquarium-like water clarity reaching depths of 30 meters. Surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, it is accessible by boat tour from Cala Gonone or Santa Maria Navarrese.
Charter a zodiac (gommone) from Cala Gonone or Santa Maria Navarrese, or join an organized Golfo di Orosei boat excursion.
30-40 min drive to Emerald Coast beaches from Olbia (OLB).
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala dei Gabbiani averages 25.5°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.
Cala dei Gabbiani is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Baunei (Golfo di Orosei), Ogliastra, Sardinia, Italy.
Cala dei Gabbiani has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.