Sixty-two islands of pink granite polished by the mistral, waters that owe nothing to the tropics: the archipelago has been a national park since 1994 and is explored by sea — dinghy or sailing tours from La Maddalena and Palau — among Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria. Budelli's Pink Beach, wounded by the souvenirs of another era, is now admired from the boat only: a symbol of protection that worked.
Caprera, joined by a bridge, keeps Garibaldi's house-museum.
Our tip: choose a small tour (max 12 people) leaving early: the best coves — Cala Coticcio can also be reached on foot with a guide — should be lived before the midday traffic.
