Overview
A breathtaking cove on the Gulf of Orosei, reachable only by boat or on a long hike. Tiny white pebbles, deep blue water and a backdrop of vertical limestone cliffs make it one of the most iconic beaches in the Mediterranean.
Cala Mariolu
Better skip today
Moderate wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 62 km/h.
AURA Score
3.1
Accesso e regole
Numero chiuso giornaliero
Sbarco via mare regolamentato sulla costa di Baunei. Verifica disponibilità, categoria di imbarcazione e ticket sul portale prima di partire.
Numero chiusoTicketVerifica accessoAccesso impegnativoSito ufficiale
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Hourly cloud cover trend
24%08
33%10
98%light12
96%dense14
94%dense16
82%dense18
79%dense20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent conditions don't suggest any new significant Posidonia build-up in the last 3 days.
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About the beach
Baunei · Est
A breathtaking cove on the Gulf of Orosei, reachable only by boat or on a long hike. Tiny white pebbles, deep blue water and a backdrop of vertical limestone cliffs make it one of the most iconic beaches in the Mediterranean.
WildReachable by boatReachable by hike
Beach features
- Sand: pebbles — Pebble beach: water shoes recommended.
- Seabed: drops off quickly
- Exposure: East — spectacular sunrises over the sea
- Services: BarDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Reached by foot or boat
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Baunei, Regione Sardegna
Wind at the beach
Ostro from the south
Speed
19 km/h
Gusts 62 km/h
Lateral
Blows along the coast, with limited effect on the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Light chop
- Waves: 0.4 m
- Water temperature: 29°C· above average
- Wind direction: Ostro (south)
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting eastern Sardinia: a recognised natural setting, distinctive sea colours and the classic Sardinian beach-day experience, best enjoyed when the daily conditions cooperate.
Wind & sea exposure
Relatively sheltered from the Maestrale, so the bay often stays swimmable when other coasts are rough. Conditions still depend strongly on wind and sea state.
Family suitability
Whether the beach feels family-friendly varies by day — check wind, sea state and access before travelling with children.
Parking & access
Parking can vary by season — plan to arrive early in July and August and check for any local restrictions before leaving.
Best time to visit
The best days are usually those with calm seas and no sustained Maestrale. Early morning and late afternoon are the most comfortable windows in summer, while June and September often hit the sweet spot of temperature, crowds and conditions.
How AURA helps you choose the right day
AURA compares the wind, sea and weather forecast for every Sardinian beach and summarises whether the day looks favourable, acceptable or best avoided. Check the live version of this page before leaving to see today's AURA score and pick the best window.