Porto Pollo: A Kitesurfing and Windsurfing Paradise in Sardinia

If you fancy kitesurfing or windsurfing, this magnificent place is for you… Porto Pollo is located on the northeastern coast of Sardinia between Santa Teresa di Gallura and Palau. The town of Olbia, with its airport and harbour, is about 45km away. There are daily and regular connections from Palau via ferry boat to Caprera and La Maddalena islands.

Velvet ivory beaches, supermarkets, bars and restaurants, several diving and surfing schools, and an excellent sheltered anchorage.

Anchorage Options

Porto Pollo (Puddu)

Coordinates: 41°11’15.6″N 9°19’57.3″E

A wide sheltered bay between the Isola Isuledda peninsula on the W and Punta Sardinia on the E. This area is attractive and well-protected, with many surfers around. Care is needed when approaching. A good anchorage is south of the islet at the centre, closer to the shore at 5-10m. The depths come up quickly from 10-15m south of the islet. The bottom is sandy mud & seaweed. There are some buoys, usually reserved. You can dock your dinghy on the southwestern side or at the northern wooden jetty. There is a small supermarket nearby.

Porto Liscia

Coordinates: 41°11’45.0″N 9°17’54.0″E

A large, well-protected bay east of Porto Pozzo and west of Isola Isuledda (a peninsula). Anchor at 3-10m; the bottom is sand with good holding. The depths come up quickly close to the shore, providing excellent shelter.

Porto Pozzo

Coordinates: 41°11’58.5″N 9°16’31.9″E

Porto Pozzo is a deep fiord-like inlet east of Santa Teresa Gallura. There are approximately 30 buoys available. The maximum length for vessels is 13m. Contact on VHF Channel 09 or call +493497212246 for more information.

Sintonia Marina

Coordinates: 41°11’49.4″N 9°16’19.8″E

Max length: 25m
Max draft: 2m
VHF Channel: 09