Overview
A small, elegant cove along the Costa Smeralda, named after the Aga Khan: fine white sand, pink granite rocks and turquoise water. A favourite for those looking for the Costa Smeralda atmosphere on a human-scale beach.
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Sustained wind makes it hard to enjoy the day. Very strong gusts up to 60 km/h.
AURA Score
5.4
Hourly cloud cover trend
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Hourly wind trend
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HighAURA estimate · Recent conditions
In recent days, wind, waves and gusts may have pushed Posidonia toward the shoreline. Even if today's wind may change or help disperse accumulations, some residues may still be present on the beach.
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About the beach
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A small, elegant cove along the Costa Smeralda, named after the Aga Khan: fine white sand, pink granite rocks and turquoise water. A favourite for those looking for the Costa Smeralda atmosphere on a human-scale beach. Suitable for families with children.
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, easy to lay a towel on and family-friendly.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: East — spectacular sunsets over the sea
- Services: Beach club, Bar, Equipment rental, Parking
- Info: Shallow sandy seabed, Parking
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, SardegnaTurismo
Wind at the beach
Ponente from the west
Speed
27 km/h
Gusts 60 km/h
Offshore
Blowing from the land: tends to keep the sea calmer.
Sea details
- Sea: Light chop
- Waves: 0.5 m
- Water temperature: 23°C· above average
- Wind direction: Ponente (west)
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.