5-Day Exclusive Golfo di Orosei Trek in Sardinia: Baunei to Cala Gonone

Step Into the Blue Zone’s Wild Heart

Some journeys take you to a place.

This one takes you into a way of life — and you can only live it fully with the right people by your side.

The Baunei to Cala Gonone trek is a 5-day journey along the most untouched stretch of Sardinia’s Golfo di Orosei. It’s part of the island’s famous Blue Zone — a place where people live longer, not by chasing wellness trends, but by moving with the land, eating from it, and staying connected to their community.

Inspired by the legendary Selvaggio Blu, our route is less extreme but no less extraordinary. It’s designed for those who want the wild beauty, deep connection, and culture — without the rope descents or technical climbs that make the original inaccessible to many.

Why This Trek Exists Only with NuAdventure

This isn’t a trail you can simply follow with a GPS track.

It works because of years of local expertise and trust:

• We know the hidden access points and safe passages.
• We have the relationships that open the doors to private shepherd lands and authentic ovili overnight stays.
• We manage the complex logistics — food drops, land & sea support, safety gear — so you can carry only what you need.
• Our guides read the weather, the terrain, and the unspoken signs of the island like locals born here.

Without this network, you’d either miss the real soul of the trek or find it dangerously inaccessible.

5 Days of Wild Beauty and Soulful Encounters

From the limestone plateau of Baunei, the trail weaves through ancient juniper groves, skirts cliffs where hawks ride the wind, and drops into coves of impossible turquoise.

Some nights, you’ll sleep under skies so full of stars it feels like the universe is leaning closer. Other nights, you’ll be in the circle of a shepherd’s ovile, the smoke from his fire curling around hanging cheeses as he brews coffee at dawn.

Along the way, you’ll meet people who live this coastline every day — tending goats, mending stone walls, telling stories older than the trails themselves.
You’ll taste food made hours earlier, still warm, its flavour as raw and untamed as the cliffs around you.

There will be moments of silence so deep you can hear the sea breathing — and moments of laughter that come only when comfort is gone and connection takes its place.

By the time Cala Gonone appears below, you won’t just have crossed a coastline. You’ll have stepped into a way of living that will stay with you long after the salt has washed from your skin.

Practical Information

• Duration: 5 days
• Distance: ~40–45 km
• Difficulty: Moderate (no technical climbing)
• Best seasons: April–June & September–October
• Accommodation: Wild camping, beaches, shepherd huts (ovili)
• Essentials: Hiking boots, sleeping bag, light layers, swimwear, openness to the unexpected

Why Choose NuAdventure for the Golfo di Orosei

Because we don’t just guide you — we immerse you.

We bridge the gap between visitor and local, between map and lived experience.

With us, you’re not buying a tour. You’re joining a network of relationships, traditions, and knowledge that make this journey possible.

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FAQ — Planning Your Golfo di Orosei Trek

• Is the Baunei to Cala Gonone trek difficult?
  It’s a moderate trek: no technical climbing, but you need good fitness and comfort with multi-day hiking.
• Do I need a guide?
  Yes — for this route, guides are essential. The paths are unmarked, some access points are private, and safe navigation requires local expertise.
• When is the best time to hike the Golfo di Orosei?
  Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) offer mild weather, clear seas, and fewer crowds.
• What makes the NuAdventure route special?
  It combines the most beautiful sections of the Selvaggio Blu coastline with authentic encounters and unique overnight stays that you won’t get elsewhere.