Ferries to Arbatax

The port of Arbatax, in the seaside village of Tortolì, is the gateway to Ogliastra and Sardinia's east coast. Here you will find ferry routes to Arbatax, how to book, how to reach the port and what to see as soon as you arrive.

The main routes offered by the booking system for the port of Arbatax depart from:

• Genoa
• Civitavecchia

Active routes can vary during the year, and some only run seasonally.

In the booking system you can choose one way or return, your accommodation (deck passage or cabin), the number of passengers, any pets and the vehicle you are bringing. Sardinian residents can tick the dedicated box to access resident fares.

Search and book your ferry – opens the booking system of our partner TraghettiPer.

Timetables, operators and prices change with the season: always check current availability when you book.

The port of Arbatax is reached via the SS125, the Nuova Orientale Sarda, following signs for Tortolì. From Olbia you can also take the SS131 DCN and then the SS389 over the Correboi pass. Once in Tortolì, signs lead to Arbatax and the port, less than five minutes from town. All routes are in our guide on how to get to Ogliastra.

The port connects to the seaside village via the Molo di Ponente pier. Bars, restaurants, hotels, a tobacconist and a newsagent are all close at hand. You can also buy tickets for the local bus to Tortolì, which is well connected to the rest of the island.

A must is the boat trip to the coves of the Baunei coast, with tickets sold right at the marina: Cala Goloritzé, Cala Mariolu, Cala Luna and Cala Sisine, slices of paradise between rocks and spectacular water.

A stone's throw from the port are the famous Red Rocks, red porphyry cliffs lapped by clear water and among the most photographed places in Ogliastra. Very close by is Cala Moresca, with shallow water suited to children and less confident swimmers, full of fish and starfish: perfect for snorkelling.

All the island's ports are in our guide to ferries to Sardinia.