A few miles off the Gulf of Olbia in south direction there is the Marine Protected Area of "Tavolara - Punta Coda Cavallo", characterized by the ancient forms of the Palaeozoic granite, rich in picturesque coves where the Mediterranean vegetation, with impressive examples of juniper and arbutus, reaches the sea.
Within this area you can see the contrast between the massive limestone of Tavolara, '"dragon island" rising from the sea, with its rugged and vertical forms and the smaller islands, Molara, Molarotto, Isola Piana and Dei Cavalli, rounded and granite.
In the Area Marina Protetta a discipline regulates in detail the different activities and define the areas "B" and "C" prohibited to anchor, except on sandy or stony areas and specially identified and equipped. In addition, inside the Marine Area, underwater fishing is prohibited, the use of personal watercraft and water sports with the use of equipment in tow. Please take note of Directives Attitude before leaving, referring to the link www.amptavolara.com/territorio/zonizzazione/norme.