From Tortolì: quad bike tour of the Golgo Plateau in Baunei

From Tortolì: ATV tour of the Golgo Plateau in Baunei

From Tortolì: quad bike tour of the Golgo Plateau in Baunei

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Overview

Hop on the comfortable quads in Tortolì and explore the fascinating Golgo Plateau in the wilds of eastern Sardinia.
Together by an experienced guide who shares with you many interesting facts, venture out to discover this extraordinary natural territory, rich in thousands of years of history and breathtaking views. Visit the Tombs of the Giants at Osono, among the best-preserved Nuragic burials in Ogliastra, and capture unforgettable moments with a landscape shot from Genna Ramene. Once on the plateau, there will be no shortage of stops at the most striking spots, such as the picturesque church of San Pietro, the mysterious chasm of Su Sterru, and the enchanting natural pools of As Piscinas. If this is your first time on an quad bike, don't worry: before departure, your guide will give you all the instructions you need to manoeuvre the vehicle safely and behave properly.
Looking for an experience that combines adventure and contact with nature? Don't miss this exciting quad bike excursion!

Activity location

Tortoli
- Tortoli, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

WMHC+HR4
- 08048, Tortolì, Sardinia, Italy

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From Tortolì: quad bike tour of the Golgo Plateau in Baunei

3h 30m
Italian

Travellers

Language options: Italian

Starting time: 8:45 am

Price details

NZ$263.99 x 1 TravellerNZ$263.99

Total

Until Sun, 29 Sept

What's included, what's not

Fuel
Helmet and under-helmet
quad bike Rental
Guide
Insurance
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Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The driver must be at least 18 years old and have a driving licence.
It is important to understand that the nature of this tour may present significant challenges. The terrain and riding conditions may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with certain motor limitations or health conditions.
Participants should carefully consider their physical abilities and health conditions before deciding to participate in this tour. Safety is our top priority, and we strongly advise all participants to assess their own abilities and limitations in relation to the requirements of an quad bike.
Before departure, there will be a briefing to get familiar with the vehicle and in the most problematic sections the guide will instruct participants how to proceed.
The maximum weight allowed per Quad is 240 kg.
Any damage to the quads will be charged directly to the participant.
The maximum number of quads available is 4.

Activity itinerary

Tortoli

Round trip from Tortoli via scenic dirt roads on the Golgo plateau

Tomba dei giganti di Osono

The Tomb of the Giants of Osono, more than twenty metres long, is located in a valley in Triei and is part of Ogliastra's Nuragic heritage. This very ancient burial, located in a natural amphitheatre with the mountains of Baunei in the background, has a peculiar structure, with a tumulus and a semicircular exedra. The architraved entrance leads to a burial chamber of about ten metres, built with blocks of granite, schist and limestone, covered by seven large slabs. The exedra, built around the 10th century B.C., is surrounded by twelve granite monoliths. The tomb has remained hidden until today, protected by soil and vegetation. From its location, there is a panoramic view of the hills and valley of Ardali to the coast of Arbatax.

Passo Genna Ramene

The Genna Ramene Pass, located in Sardinia, is a mountain pass that connects the Gennargentu valleys with the Nuoro region. At an altitude of around 1,300 metres, it offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Orosei over the mountain range and surrounding landscapes. The area is characterised by rocky and mountainous terrain, covered with forests and Mediterranean scrub.

Chiesa di San Pietro al Golgo

The country church of San Pietro, with its characteristic white façade standing out amidst the Golgo mountains, is one of the most famous sights on the plateau. Located about 8 km from Baunei, it attracts thousands of visitors every year. According to tradition, the church was built between the 17th and 18th centuries thanks to the offerings of local shepherds. Celebrations in honour of St Peter date back to at least 1606.

Su Sterru

Su Sterru is Europe's deepest chasm, at 270 metres high, located on the Golgo plateau in Baunei. Ancient legends described it as the lair of a snake. Initially thought to be a volcano, it was only discovered in 1957 that it is a karstic abyss formed by erosion. The entrance, of basaltic rocks, opens 25 metres in diameter, widening to 40 at the bottom. It is reached on foot through a landscape rich in history and natural beauty, such as ancient wells, tombs of giants and nuraghi.

Santa Maria Navarrese

According to legend, a princess from Navarre, who fled Spain around 1052, found refuge in the bay of Santa Maria Navarrese after a terrible storm. As a sign of gratitude, she had a small white church built, which can still be seen today near the beach. Today, Santa Maria Navarrese is a tourist destination on the east coast, loved for its tranquillity and colours: the green of the centuries-old olive trees, the white of the small church and the blue of the sea of the Gulf of Arbatax.

Baunei

The basaltic basins of Golgo, near the church and the chasm, where rainwater remains all year round, are called ‘As piscinas’ (‘the pools’) by the Baunians. Scholars believe that these natural basins were modified by the Nuragics for use in metalworking. Moreover, the continuous presence of water may have attracted magic-animistic cults in the past.

Location

Activity location

Tortoli
- Tortoli, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

WMHC+HR4
- 08048, Tortolì, Sardinia, Italy

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