Nice hike with clearly signed paths (including numbered sections). Some steep sections, but nothing really hard. Amazing views all along the path and great site to visit. Don’t forget to bring cash to pay for the entrance fee to the archeological site. We had to internet for the whole walk. I suggest you have your route planned ahead of time and access to some paper/offline map or a gps device with the route in case you take a wrong turn at some point. We just followed the numbered signs for our particular route (409b, 410, Tiscali, 481, 411, 409b) and had no need for further navigation help.

Wonderful hike with a stunning view! My boyfriend and I hiked up to Mount Tiscali and were thrilled to visit the archaeological area. It was such a special experience to explore an ancient Nuragic village, hidden away on top of a mountain. A truly unique way to connect with both history and nature. The trail leading up to the site was moderately challenging, and the views along the trail were breathtaking. The routes are numbered, so it's easy to navigate. I can highly recommend the hike – just make sure to bring plenty of water! I'd recommend 2 liters per person. (Entrance fee is €6, not €5 as listed on some websites.)

It was a decent trek to this ancient village site. As mentioned in the other reviews, start the trek with 410 route onward Tiscali. We started at Tiscali trekking mentioned in the Google maps. Just before that you can park your car under the trees. The route markings are not very hard to follow. And on the back take 481 and shift to 411 and you will come back to the spot where you started. have offline maps with you for assistance, you will need it. Have a decent trekking shoes as you will be walking on rock piles. Enjoy the views while trekking!

Love the hiking it was not easy and takes longer that the sign suggest. We had our hiking 🥾 shoes and hiking sticks but nobody else did but we definitely recommend. Their is an entrance fee of 5 € per person and cash only. We didn’t know till we arrived. Their were some ropes and able to walk around. Is beautiful and also take plenty of water 💧 on your hike. Figure out the route before leaving wifi not good in that area.

Perfect place for a beautiful walk, bring good shoes and a hat, it’s a long walk the sign says 1 but it’s like 2 hrs walk one way

Great walk of 4 kms to climb on the top of the hill to reach the prehistoric village of Tiscali. Hidden in a huge cavern on the top of the hill with a unique entrance, naturally protected by external threats, the Tiscali archeological area is a treasure of something like 4000 years ago. The walk in the nature of 8 kms (round trip) is just adding fun and charm to the experience. It is a pity that there are not restoration works going on, so most likely will stay as it is for a long time, while it would be worth to dig and rebuild it. The 7 kms driving on a dirty road to reach the base is a real pain.

Beeing there I understood why so many people complain about the route, although it is well marked! There are two routes to get to the sinkhole where lays Tiscali Arheological Site: track 410 (the main route) and track 411 and then 481. Unfortunately, on the maps I saw in the shops, there are missing the numbers of the tracks! The first route starts from the point marked on the Google Maps as Ticali trekking. If you come with the car, you can park the car before that point because here it is a bit narrow, and walk a bit. At this point turn right and just follow the signs (track 410). On the first km the track is following a steep road in the forest (I saw a prepared 4×4 car but I can't imagine a normal car on this road). Then the road is becoming a simple path which continue in the same direction, until a Belvedere point on a small ridge. Here the track is turning right and soon you reach the Fessura di Tuscali and enter in the real world of karst. From Fessura the track continue on the ledge, and then on the ridge of the mountain untill you here voices from undereath, sign that you reached the Tisali sinkhole. The other route is more beautifull (or at least I found it like this). All the people prefer the first one, so is much more quiet. It begins in the point marke on Google maps as Valle di Lanaitho. From here it continues on Surtana Valea until a place named Pala Uporo (you can find it on the signs) from where the route is turning right and climb to the ridge on the right, from where you can reach Tiscali sinkhole in 10 min or so. It took me 3 hrs to complete the tour (I went up on 410 and I descent on 481 & 411) I am an entuziastic archeological Explorer, so I stayed 1 hrs in the site :) Don't forget 5 Euros cash if you want to descent in the sinkhole.

Very beautiful beach with unique landscape and cows at the back of the beach. I really disappointed that didn’t visit the caves but hopefully next time. Overall highly recommended to visit!!

Amazing beach! It’s crowded because of the boat tours but you can cross to the caves where it’s much better

Walked to the beach some years ago- this year only seen from boat. It's a wonderful one, but crowded. Long. The caves are impressive - and the back part is lovely too!

It's not the easiest place to reach — you either hike for a couple of hours or take a boat (30 euro)— but it’s 100% worth it. The beach itself is stunning: soft sand, clear turquoise water, and big caves right along the shore that give you shade when the sun gets too strong. The view looks like a postcard, but real. No loud crowds, just nature and peace.

What an experience! The views of the beach and caves are amazing, the rock formations are incredible, great for some pictures!

We paid €60 per person to reach Cala Luna by a large boat — and while the price is on the higher side, the destination itself is definitely worth the trip. The water is crystal clear and incredibly inviting, perfect for swimming and relaxing. However, the experience is slightly spoiled by the condition of the beach cave walls — they’re covered in scratches and graffiti, which takes away from the natural beauty of the place. It’s unfortunate that such a stunning spot hasn’t been better preserved. The beach was also quite crowded, which made it feel less like a hidden gem and more like a tourist hotspot. Still, if you manage to come early in the day or off-season, you might catch it at its best. Cala Luna has amazing potential, and with a bit more care and fewer people, it could easily be one of the most magical places in Sardinia.

Cala Luna — a slice of paradise in Sardinia! We visited Cala Luna by taking an excursion boat for €100, but you can easily join a group tour from Cala Gonone for just €35, which takes you directly to one of the island’s most breathtaking beaches. It’s best to go in the morning, as it gets quite crowded after midday. With crystal-clear water and impressive natural caves that offer shade, it’s the perfect place to relax. Cala Luna still feels wild and untouched, yet it’s surprisingly easy to reach. An ideal spot for swimming, chilling, and taking postcard-worthy photos. A must-visit!

Very impressive cave, large enough to have a highway through it! Grotta del Bur Marino is a part of Italy’s longest cave systems, with a total lenght of more than 70 kms, but tourists will only walk about 1 km. The walking path is wheelchair friendly and there are only a few steep parts. Highly recommend cave!

We visited during a boat trip to Cala Luna, and it was absolutely worth it. The cave goes through 1 km (and much more but that’s closed to the public) and it’s a beautiful view. The guides are very knowledgeable and friendly. In the summer heat, it’s also nice to visit a place of 17 C temperature.

Another beautiful grotto along the eastern coast, reachable only from the sea. Still, I think I’d recommend Grotta del Fico a bit more, but honestly each of these spots is worth seeing. Stunning place.

A must visit if you stay around Cala Gonone! The transfer (ships, boats etc.) are very well organized. The tour in the cave is also not too much but also very informative. Our guide Laura spoke very good English and told us about every detail of the cave and the formations. We had a great experience!

We booked via our hotel’s excursion counter. When you reach the port, it’s a chaos as you don’t know which boat to get on and there are 100s of people but there are lots of staff to guide you to the correct boat. The boat was not crowded We we reached the cave, we were separated into Italian and English speaking group, the guide was very informative and explained the formation of the cave nicely. The inside of the cave was amazing, initially I thought I’d feel claustrophobic but the path is wide and well lot, you go in and come out the same route and the guide told us that if at any point anyone wanted to return they could, which was a relief but I was fine. The cost for entry to the cave was €12. You also have to pay €3 per person environmental tax This is a must visit place and I highly recommend it We were then taken to Cala Luna by boat. This is the best beach in the gulf Of Orosei. Clear water and Sandy beach. When you get off the boat, if you go to the Beach on the right, you can actually stay inside the cave to avoid the sun but the beach on this side has large pebbles on the bed of the sea whereas the other side is very Sandy. I went there twice and used both sides. I highly recommend visiting this beach. Only issue is, it’s accessible only by boat or a long hike from Cala Fuili

Trail from the beach to the Grotte. We did it in flip-flops I do not advise it. Make sure to wear trainers and don't go on a rainy day as we did haha we only live once

Its better to visit by boat, it's hard (impossible) to get out of a kayak. It's advisable to buy entry ticket in the city (10 euro each) to walk into the cave. Actually we didn't buy (fortunately) tickets, as we went by kayak and wouldn't be able to get out on the wave and concrete docks.

Splendid beach it is absolutely stunning, the water is turquoise and crystal clear. There are fish of all kinds and they are curious and crowd around you. The beach itself is made of smooth rounded pebbles. You can park on the side of the road but WARNING there is a 100 euro fine if you park and cross the white line, we saw many cars that had a fine. From the road it is a moderate hike down stone steps not recommended for strollers. We recommend it to anyone. Cheers.

Beautiful beach. Easy to reach with stairs. The beach has less sand and more stones but we liked it a lot. Be careful to not park over the white lines of the street. They fined the entire street. We parked around 10 min away and everything was fine

There is a little hike till you reach the beach, also the parking is not enough for all the cars so you would probably have to park away from the starting point soo be prepared for a 10 min hike. The beach is really cute and it's mostly famous for the climbers as there are plenty of rocks to be climbed. There is no sand, it's mostly rocks.

Beautify cliffs and a starting point for the hikes to Cala Luna and the other bays on the way. ⚠️Be careful that you stay within the white sidelines of the road when parking, otherwise you will get fined, as there is police there almost every day. In the main season parking opportunities get more sparse as the day go on and you will have to walk up to two kilometers to the beach if you get there late

Lovely rocky beach at the end of the road. Nice little climb down the stairs. There's a small bar on the road leading to it, but far enough that if you need something it would be easier to bring it with you.

Amazing hidden beach, good for sun bathe and swimming. Also a Little Rock jumping ;). But a beach rocky so you NEED a flip flop or a water shoes

Beautiful beach. If you are good in swimming/ snorkeling, I recommend you to turn right and swim a little bit further to see some small caves and rock formations. The beach itself is very crowded, if you are parking the car on the street- be aware to watch the lines as we saw multiple cars with fine tickets. There is also a hiking path that finishes on the beach.

We just visited the restaurant but not stay at the hotel. The service was friendly, the place was clean and the location directly at the harbor of course offers a nice view. We had been with three couples there in mid April, so out of the season. We ordered different dishes and also tried from each other a bite or two. While everything tasted fresh and well prepared, it was not outstanding and the pizza was a bit "weak" for my taste. If you're looking for a tasty and decent meal, I definitely recommend the place - , I would describe the ristorante as solid but not outstanding, I missed the little extra, the little bit "more". Therefore 'only' 4 stars from me.

Extremely disappointing experience. The food is absolutely not worth the price – you pay far too much for something that tastes cheap and poorly made. The service is even worse: the staff is unprofessional, inattentive, and clearly not trained to deal with tourists. They don’t speak English and cannot explain the menu at all, so you end up guessing. On top of that, they often bring the wrong order and don’t seem to care. Overall, a waste of time and money. I strongly recommend other travelers to avoid this place – there are plenty of better restaurants around where you’ll actually get proper food and service.

The food was amazing. It’s one of those places that really surprises you. Have ravioli del mare. So good. And pistachio misu. Really great. Everybody at the table here satisfied. Best French fries I tasted. Who expects that! Downside. Really bad standard bread and screens showing football. Why ruin restaurant experience by looking at screens. Service medium.

Great location right by the port and comfortable, clean rooms. Elevator seemed to not work properly. Friendly staff. If you have a car, you will need to find parking away from the hotel.

Unfriendly, overcomplicated, and unnecessarily bureaucratic. At 22:44, I was moved—seemingly just because the staff decided to be difficult. It felt petty and hostile rather than professional hospitality. Definitely not the kind of service you’d expect from a place that wants returning customer. Additinally, after a few hours: Got disturbed by the „boss“ at the beach having a drink. Accused us of stealing glasses. Wanna-be mafiosi. 0/10, would not recommend

Old style room , The pillows were unfortunately very uncomfortable and caused neck pain during our stay !! Although our room had a lovely sea view, it didn’t include a complimentary tea a station, while other rooms did, which was disappointing. When I asked for a cup of tea at the reception bar, I was told rather rudely that tea is only available at the downstairs bar. Later, when I noticed that other rooms had a tea corner and I will add a photo for that , the receptionist offered to give me a kettle and cups to carry upstairs myself!!!which I declined, as I believe it would have been more appropriate for room service to deliver them, That said, our lunch experience at the restaurant was truly delightful the food was delicious and well-prepared, and we really enjoyed it, the waitress were polite and friendly 🌺

Just went to the restaurant. Good service and kind staff. Ordered the seafood linguine and galicyan octopus. Neither was that good. Other places nearby have much better food.

It was great pleasure to have dinner in Aquarius. Very fresh, tasty mare food, perfect pizza with tuna , bottarga and onion. Beautiful see view. Good value for money!

Friendly, fast, uncomplicated and inviting restaurant. We came as a couple to the restaurant on a Sunday around 9pm without reservation and had a Caprese salad, zuppa di coze and shared a pasta dish and every bite of it was delicious. It is simple and very worthwile for the price, the staff makes you feel welcome, too :-) Definietly recommend it for a comfortable, simple and delicious culinary experience!

Okay but you eat better and for less in the restaurant next door. I had a calzone pizza and though the taste was okay, it was filled with mushroom straight out of the can and the bottom was really moist. It made the pizza tear apart when you tried to pick it up. Wine was pricy and the interior/furniture was kind of outdated. It felt like nothing has changed since the seventies... the view however is fantastic, but there are much classier and tastier restaurants for a better price nearby.

Very nice staff and good conforto food! Very nice view

Sorry, the spot is great, the food and service are really bad. Food is not fresh (vegetables/fish from freezer) and the service was a mess. Had to wait for everything. Woodoven pizza not good. Too expensive for this quality. Next time I will cook at home....

I waited a long time for the service and then we were told that you had to wait 20 minutes for the pizza. Even though we asked for pizza explicitly at the entrance of the pizzeria! Poor service, we went back. Were happy at Snoopy 200m further towards the center.

My son’s pizza arrived twenty minutes after we had all finished eating 12.50 euros for a tomato salad which was literally one tomato and a bit of mozzarella

I really wanted to love this place. I went for dinner with my sister, I reserved a table outside with a lovely view, we sat down and then had to wait over 45 minutes to order food. We chased down a waiter to ask for a couple of drinks, but then every time we asked someone if we could order we were told 'someone else will take your order'. Another couple came in and were served within 5 minutes. We started to feel like a nuisance, and a bit unwelcome. Eventually someone did take our order but the staff weren't apologetic at all, and it had tainted the evening. However, the food was nice (albeit a little flavourless), the view was lovely and everyone else seemed to be having a great time so it may have just been us to have this experience.

I am very sad about this experience. We walked in full of expectations, ready to have a great dinner. However, when we got in, the waiter was so hostile towards us that it ruined our night. He was constantly pushing us to choose the wine that he “recommended”. We ended up leaving without eating.

Ate at the restaurant, had the oysters and catch of the day which was cooked in sauce and was delicious. A lovely culinary experience with a cute view.

⭐ Ristorante Il Pescatore – A Hidden Gem in Cala Gonone ⭐ This place is an absolute standout—possibly the best restaurant in Cala Gonone and certainly one of the most memorable meals we had in Sardinia. Run by a local fisherman’s family, Il Pescatore offers both authentic charm and top-notch seafood. The service is warm and attentive; you immediately feel like a welcome guest rather than just another tourist. We had the pasta with lobster (lobsters are made alive) in tomato sauce, and it was simply fantastic—perfectly cooked pasta, sweet tender lobster, and a rich sauce full of flavor. The spaghetti alle vongole (cooked in sea water!) was, without exaggeration, among the best in Sardinia—briny, fresh, and perfectly balanced. The grilled jumbo shrimp, shrimp and lobster combo, and oysters were all incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. The wine list is rich and thoughtful, with excellent regional options to complement the seafood. The setting is a dream—overlooking the sea, with a spectacular view that adds magic to the whole experience. It’s the kind of place that feels underrated, perhaps because it’s so unassuming, but it deserves far more recognition. 📝 Tip: Reservations are a must. We waited about 30 minutes, but it was absolutely worth it. ⸻ Verdict: A must-visit if you’re in Cala Gonone. Fresh, local, very good…

We had the 1.3kg tomahawk steak, and it was absolutely outstanding. Cooked to a perfect medium, the meat was incredibly tender and juicy, with a rich, deep beef flavor that really stood out. The outer crust had a perfect crispiness, adding just the right contrast in texture. What truly elevated the experience was the touch of black salt — an unexpected but amazing bonus that added a subtle, smoky edge and brought out even more of the steak’s natural flavor. It was perfectly seasoned, expertly grilled, and at this size and quality, definitely great value for money. To top it all off, we shared a chocolate soufflé with ice cream for dessert. The soufflé was warm and molten in the center, with a rich chocolate taste that wasn’t too sweet, and the cold, creamy ice cream made it even better. A fantastic way to end a truly memorable meal. Highly recommended!

Great fish restaurant right by the sea. I would recommend ordering the large sharing pasta. And the fish of the day cooked in salt crust. Lovely meal in Cala Gonone. Patrizia and family will take great care of you.

The man of the service was nice but we were happy to go eat there because of the photos,we went a little bit late there they told us to wait 20 min. But we waited 45 min. After we left with hunger. They told us we couldnt sit outside and after there were people who sat outside.

My favorite restaurant, while visiting Cala Gonone. The food was very tasty and flavorful, and although it is on the pricier side, I believe it is better than all other restaurants in the area. Service seemed a bit chaotic, but when asking for something forgotten, they were on it right away. The atmosphere was very warm and cozy. The tables aren’t on top of each other so it also offers a chance for a nice conversation, without other tables being loud or being forced to listen. The views are also absolutely gorgeous. The restaurant seemed quite full every day, therefore I would recommend a reservation. On the day I visited, we arrived around 19:45, it was full, but the very friendly host offered us a reservation for about an hour later.

We went to Il Banjo while on holiday. It has a great location on the main street in Cala Gonone overlooking the water. It is recommended that you make a reservation as they are typically pretty busy. Overall the food was good: we liked the pasta, but I was a little underwhelmed but the tagliata di tonno. The pricing is line with what you would expect for the location, but you can find some lower price options if you walk further away from the main strip. *They have gluten free pasta options

Wonderful cozy restaurant with a terrace! We had dinner here 3 days with my daughter! Service was attentive and kind from everyone! Our personal favorite Pablo and Ironman!fantastic appetizers, pizzas! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

We were really looking forward to dining here. Yesterday we made a reservation, as the restaurant was already fully booked. The location is beautiful, right by the sea, with a lovely terrace. The food itself tasted very good, but unfortunately we were very disappointed by the portion sizes. We were still hungry right after finishing our meals. I had ravioli – only 7 pieces for €20. My partner had lasagna (€15), which was about the size of 5x5 cm. For the appetizer, fried shrimp (€16), we only got 7 pieces as well. When we mentioned the small portions, the waiter showed no understanding and just said something about “100 g per person”. That might be the kitchen’s calculation, but it doesn’t change the fact that the servings felt far too small to be satisfying. We also did not understand why there was absolutely no acknowledgment of our concern. For taste and atmosphere we would give 5/5, but overall we can only give 1/5 star…

Arrived without reservation and they were able to accommodate us, friendly staff. The food was delicious and the prices reasonable. Bruschetta was missing a little bit of flavour and crunchiness but everything else was great.

At Ristorante Il Banjo, we ordered one Aria ai Monti pizza (€15), grilled lamb chops with sautéed potatoes flavored with rosemary (€16), and ear-shaped pasta with shellfish (€20) — all visible in the photos below. All three dishes were excellent, and I would give them a 5-star rating. I fully recommend this restaurant. We paid between €15 and €25 per person.

AMAZING. Thank you to Pablo for the 5/5 service and hospitality! We ordered the Cala pizza, Banjo pizza and both were incredible. We got the traditional pasta honey dessert which Pablo Recommended as it is his family recipe. Ended our night with traditional mirto liqueur (so tasty!) and could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you Pablo!

I took my husband here to celebrate a special occasion. The scenic view and table by the sea was amazing and most waiters and staff were really accommodating and nice. The food was average and seafood wasn’t as fresh. Nevertheless, I wanted to say I’d come back here but the short hair with highlights female waitress who’s about 5’2 tall made the ambiance ugly. She was the only female staff that night and her energy didn’t match the hospitality job. Face was all grumpy and felt like the world was gonna end on her shoulders or seem to not like her job. Overall she ruined the night, made me feel uncomfortable and I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone at all because of her. —— in response to your reply: My husband even jokingly said that the waitress poured wine and got a better service when I was in the loo. Funny how its management let unwell employees (according to their statement) serve food to the guest. I dont want to think about contamination but a sick person should not be serving food and dealing with guests. If you look at the reviews where guests imply where they need to improve on, they don’t take accountability to their actions towards the unsatisfied paying customer. A simple apology and trying to address the issue would’ve been enough instead of adding fuel to the fire. Avoid this place at all cost!

We had dinner and lunch a few times here; the fish is really good and fresh. The gluten free pizza is a bit watery but overall okay.

when I didn't eat good pizza in Italy, I ate it here. The pub is in a very nice place and very tasty, nice service and a beautiful view

The pizza was good, but nothing special. We kindly asked to switch to a table closer to the sea, as it was available, but the staff refused, and that was even before our food arrived. The Aperol cost €8, but it had more water and ice than actual drink. On the bright side, the view is very nice.

The worst food I’ve had during this trip. Nothing was fresh. We ordered the Salmon Pizza and if nothing had a taste, it would be this pizza. The vegetables in the salad ordered weren’t fresh at all. It really felt like the vegetables were kept in the fridge frozen since days and the chicken was pre cooked days before and all these old ingredients were simply thrown into the plate and given to us. 3rd obnoxious thing that we unfortunately ordered was the Ravioli Pasta with the Tomato Sauce. The ricotta cheese and spinach inside the ravioli was completely weird and chewy. I’ve bought better ravioli from a super store. Don’t get distracted with the nice views from this place be a smarter tourist and don’t get trapped like us

Great atmosphere and decent food! Kind of wish there were a bit more description in the menu but overall nice and very reasonably priced!

perfect for enjoying a meal by the sea. While the food was well prepared, it’s a pleasant spot if you’re looking for a relaxed meal with an unbeatable backdrop and average food