Cala del Sonno is easy to get to from the sea and from the land along an arduous dirt path accessible from the northern territory of Golfo Aranci, in the eastern part of Gallura, and is a delightful cove on the promontory of Capo Figari, known for its unspoilt natural landscapes. The bay is surrounded by legends handed down over time and, in the past, fishermen would land on the small beach to find shelter and rest during the night.
The bay is made up of pebbles and bathed by waters reflecting shades of turquoise and emerald green, while the seabed is rocky and characterised by underwater caves. This is one of the reasons why it is an ideal destination for diving and snorkelling lovers, although, due to the arduous landscape, it is not equipped with bathing services. The surrounding nature, dominated by Mediterranean scrub and junipers, also offers trekking enthusiasts impressive nature trails along the rugged coastline that reaches the promontory of Punta d’India.
The promontory of Capo Figari, dominated by an ancient lighthouse, 350 metres above sea level and overlooking the islet of Figarolo, is also a nature reserve and a unique habitat in the Mediterranean, waiting to be discovered with trekking itineraries. You will reach it after visiting other splendid bays of Golfo Aranci, Cala Moresca and Cala Greca. Near the beaches, you will find accommodation facilities that also organise boat trips, particularly in the Marine Protected Area of Tavolara – Capo Coda Cavallo.
