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Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)
Sardinia (La Maddalena / Caprera), Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea (Mediterranean)• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Martina Shalipour Jafari (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.69/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€45/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Sardinia (La Maddalena / Caprera) · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
14.2°C
Air 16°C
Feb
13.5°C
Air 17°C
Mar
13.8°C
Air 19°C
Apr
15.4°C
Air 22°C
May
18.8°C
Air 25°C
Jun
22.9°C
Air 28°C
Jul
25.4°C
Air 30°C
Peak
Aug
26.1°C
Air 30°C
Sep
24.2°C
Air 28°C
Oct
21.2°C
Air 25°C
Nov
17.9°C
Air 21°C
Dec
15.2°C
Air 18°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 1 Jun – 17 Oct (>21°C) · 138 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness5.0 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)
Known as 'Sardinian Tahiti', an extraordinary natural pool of blinding turquoise water framed by sculpted pink granite rocks on Caprera Island.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Strict regulated access via 45-minute rugged hiking trail requiring mandatory certified GAE guide and daily quota reservation, or by sea.
•Protected Status / Environment: Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena Zone A (maximum conservation protection) with environmental contribution fee.
•Notable Feature: Known as 'Tahiti of Sardinia' for its intense turquoise waters, fine white sand, and sculpted pink granite cliffs.
Official Tourism Authorities:sardegnaturismo.it
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Take the ferry from Palau to La Maddalena, drive across the bridge to Caprera, then join the guided trail.
•Access on foot requires an official La Maddalena Park Guide reservation to protect the fragile reserve
•The contrast of pink granite rock, wild juniper shrubs, and swimming-pool water is unmatched in Italy
•Outstanding snorkeling with moray eels, octopus, and sea bream right in the shallows
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
OLB / CAG · 35m drive30-40 min drive to Emerald Coast beaches from Olbia (OLB).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)
What is the water temperature at Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach) averages 26.1°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)?
Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach) is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Sardinia (La Maddalena / Caprera), Italy.
Is Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach) good for families with kids?
Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach) has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Cala Coticcio (Tahiti Beach)?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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