Overview
Four interconnected coves of very fine sand opposite Tavolara island, with calm, shallow turquoise water. Among the most family-friendly beaches in the Olbia area.
Porto Istana
Good choice today
Light wind, calm sea and mostly clear sky. Occasional livelier gusts between 13:00 and 17:00. Clearly better in the morning.
AURA Score
8.2
Mattina
8.9
Good choice today
Pomeriggio
7.7
Acceptable conditions
Hourly cloud cover trend
44%light08
46%light10
32%12
20%14
0%16
0%18
0%20
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
Olbia · Nord
Four interconnected coves of very fine sand opposite Tavolara island, with calm, shallow turquoise water. Among the most family-friendly beaches in the Olbia area. Suitable for families with children.
Accessibilità
Accessible facilities for people with reduced mobility.
Verifica i servizi aggiornati su maiorcapital.comBeach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: East — spectacular sunrises over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Kiosk, ParkingDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
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Esplora la zona
Porto Istana
Parcheggi, stabilimenti e bar nei dintorni
By camper
Beach access and a reliable nearby base for your camper.
Getting to the beach
Parking is available nearby. Camper access, height, space and overnight rules still need checking: Aura never infers them from car parking.
Where to base yourself
Area Sosta Camper Porto San Paolo
Verified camper stop
≈ 2 km straight-line · open the map for the route
Source checked: Area Sosta Porto San Paolo · 2026-08-08
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Comune di Olbia
Wind at the beach
Tramontana from the north
Speed
14 km/h
Gusts 27 km/h
Lateral
Blows along the coast, with limited effect on the water.
Sea details
- Sea: Calm
- Waves: 0.1 m
- Water temperature: 28°C· above average
- Wind direction: Tramontana (north)
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting northern 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
Exposure to the prevailing winds varies day to day — always check the wind and sea state before going.
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.