Canyons to Coast Adventure in Sardinia

Thoroughly enjoyed this trip. I normally go for more challenging, hiking trips but opted for this multi-activity week for a change and to try something new and I'm glad I did. I particularly enjoyed the coasteering, lots of fun! The canyoning was new to me and has inspired me to learn rope skills to pursue this further. For the sea kayaking you are in a tandem kayak, I would have preferred this to be in singles (or at least to have the option) as in tandem you are focusing on keeping a rythym with your partner rather than enjoying the scenery and pacing it, but still a fun day out. You also get plenty of time to relax and explore on this trip. Sardinia is an amazing island with what must be one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world, and Cala Gonone is a very beautiful place to be, plenty of restaurants and a lively buzz. The hotel is very nice, great pool and the staff are brilliant. Our tour guides Davide and Laura were great and accommodated everyone perfectly. Our group were all great company all got along really well. All in all a great experience I'm glad I did!

This was a super, action-packed week in a truly stunning part of Sardinia with dramatic mountains and ravines, fantastic food and the most incredible blue sea. This was my first adventure holiday and although it was rated 3 for difficulty, I personally found some of the days pretty challenging! I was definitely the least adventurous and least competent of the group and there were some pretty incredible and occasionally quite terrifying (for me!) moments. Coasteering was a favourite with most of the group, although I found it the toughest day. Ironically, canyoning, which initially felt very daunting, ended up being one of my real highlights. Making my way through some pretty intense and beautiful ravines was an amazing experience and I felt genuinely proud of what I achieved. The sea conditions meant the itinerary had to be rearranged, so our boat trip/rest day came quite late in the week, when I could have done with a little more downtime (not being a natural adventurer I was pretty exhausted). The guides, Davide and Laura, were incredible, professional, highly competent and so encouraging (literally talking me down from ledges at times!) I can't speak more highly of them, they were amazing. The group was great fun with some big personalities, and everyone was very supportive when things got challenging. And the final night at the shepherd’s hut, with its amazing gourmet Sardinian feast was the perfect ending. I really enjoyed the week and now I know what’s involved, I’d definitely consider doing another adventure holiday with MBA. I came home slightly battered but immensely proud of myself! I would absolutely recommend bookending the holiday with a couple of rest days either side!

Incredible week in Cala Gonone, Sardinia, loved every second of the multi adventure trip!. I could say that at least a bit of upper body strength is needed to keep the group rhythm flowing but our guides Davide and Laura were great, Davide was super patient and accommodating and always made you feel safe and at ease. The hotel was brilliant and the pool a dream. This was not my first MBA rodeo and after a few don't know how but they just keep getting better and better! . I loved costeering and canyoning the most as they were new to me and all shared with a very cool, fun and amazing group of people :) so my advice don't think, jump and book it! That was no.4, so just thinking where to next!?

This was such a fun trip, with a fantastic bunch of people, really fun activities, great food, belly laughs and a good amount of challenge to push us outside of our comfort zones. Our guides, Davide and Laura, were fantastic and did a wonderful job of supporting individuals who were struggling, whilst also keeping the group moving forward. It was my first solo trip like this and I can't wait to book another - highly recommended!

Well thought out activities however at times there was a lot of waiting around as 12 is a large group. It would have been better to have had 2 groups, especially for coasteering as given it was rated 3 there were several people who were less agile and confident on rocks. It's a beautiful place and Davide our guide was absolutely brilliant. He was so calm and made everyone feel confident.

We were going to give this trip 1 star, but that was only because it had to end! What a week! This was our first group activity holiday and it certainly won’t be our last. The group were a great bunch of likeminded people spanning from 24-60+, from different backgrounds and with range of abilities so there was always a story to tell, help at hand and a laugh to have. We were the only couple of the group but that didn’t hinder or alter our experiences. It’s a great trip for solo, partners or groups! Hotel was wonderful! Comfortable rooms, private terraces, lovely pool and a great breakfast too. (Don’t forget your pocket egg or pastry for the excursions) Our itinerary changed slightly due to the weather conditions at sea being a little rougher towards the end of week. We commenced with the hike - one of the longer days, with some scrambling involved. Quite tricky for weaker ankles and short legs in this places. Wear good comfortable shoes! Water was provided and you’ll need plenty. Day two was the coasteering. The most challenging physically and mentally but our favourite day. We weren’t sure what to expect but were met with rocky outcrops out to sea to clamber scramble and climb over. Incredible views and really fun jumps into the sea at the end of each section. Top tip - don’t think about the jumps JUST JUMP! The buzz was electric. You won’t necessarily need gloves, but a good pair of grippy shoes like trail trainers were very useful. Just be prepared to get wet and have the odd scratch and bruise - but trust us it’s worth it! Day three - canyoning. A downhill walk through the gorges and mountains broken up with sections of rappelling, each one longer than the last. Davide our guide made us feel so safe and at ease that it was a chilled fun day for us all, ending at a beautiful beach with some serious crashing waves to watch. The boat day differed most from what we expected. Don’t think catamaran, Prosecco and sun bathing, think high speeds on a RIB with explorations of hidden beaches, caves and some very cool snorkelling spots! Another fun filled, high energy day. You’ll need water and swim stuff but not much else. Lunch was provided and was very tasty. Having the ability to take snorkels from the hotel was super handy too. There’s time for a beer on the beach but don’t go wild. Final day was kayaking. A great workout for the shoulders if the winds are against you but absolutely brilliant fun. Seeing the stretch of rocks from the coasteering day from the sea was really cool. It really confirmed how much of a challenge it was. Ending the week on the sandy beach for a swim and a snorkel was really rewarding. Gloves may be beneficial here as the oars can rub on the thumb. To round off the week Davide and Laura took us to a shepherds hut for dinner deep in the mountains. I don’t want to say too much as it will ruin the incredible evening ahead of you but GO HUNGRY! It was sensational and we loved every minute. Davide and Laura were brilliant hosts and guides. Friendly, encouraging and supportive. Always up for a laugh and to help with anything you needed. We were all a real team by the end of the week. Overall we had the best experience and can’t wait to book our next one

This was my first MBA adventure, and it won't be my last! I came by myself, a first for me. I enjoyed all the activities, as an active person who loves paddle boarding, hiking and mountain biking, I found all the activities well within my comfort zone. There were others on the group, however, who found it very challenging. The hike is on very uneven terrain, so surefootedness is essential. The coasteering was really excellent fun with some scrambling over sharp rocks (I had full fingered neoprene gloves, which were protective and comfortable) and the jumps were fantastic fun! I was concerned the canyoning would be less. fun because the river bed is dry. How mistaken I was! The rappels were spectacular, the canyon walls were stunning and it was a really enjoyable day. The 'cruise' is a boat trip on a rib, but it gets you into some small and beautiful spots with lots of time for relaxing on beaches and snorkeling with fish - you can borrow snorkels from the hotel. For me the kayaking was the hardest day because we had a head wind which made it a challenge, but the beach was beautiful with soft sand to relax on. The hotel was lovely, though the restaurant wasn't open so we had to walk down to Cala Gonone centre for food each day, which is down a steep hill! There was enough time to relax on the beaches or by the pool, which I appreciated after an active day. All in all, I would absolutely recommend this adventure. We had a great group, it was nice to meet lots of new folk from across the British Isles, and the USA!

Friendly, helpful guides. Good location, nice hotel.

Amazing setting, great activities and brilliant guides! Hope to book on my next adventure soon ☀️

Really fun adventure! Great mix of sea and mountains. Our guides Davide and Laura were so fun and helpful.