Aboard · CORSICA BOAT TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 10 corsica boat tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Spend a full day on the wild west coast of Corsica with a French-speaking guide. Cruise through Scandola, stop in remote Girolata for two hours, then see Piana’s red granite caves, arches, and Capo Rosso. Bring lunch, swimwear, a hat, and sunscreen.
Cruise from Porto into Corsica’s protected Scandola Nature Reserve on a hybrid boat, stop for 30 minutes in sea-access-only Girolata, and listen to live French commentary. An optional 1.5-hour extension visits the pink granite Calanche de Piana. Bring sunscreen, water, and a towel.
“Lorsqu’on est assis du mauvais côté et à l’intérieur des fenêtres ont voit rien et les guide laisse à peine le temps au passager de se lever pour prendre des photos. On nous a changer d’horaire et fait changer de bateau entre deux trajet, le trajet vers la réserve naturelle était mieux car nous avons pu nous assoir au deuxième étage..”
From Marine de Porto, ride a fast semi-rigid boat along the Calanques de Piana and Scandola Reserve for about 3 hours. Expect close views of red rock, sea caves, Girolata, and protected wildlife. Guides such as Antoine and Nicolas add history, geology, and humor, though language can vary.
“Superbe expérience! On en prend plein les yeux, le parcours est exceptionnel et les paysages à couper le souffle La nature, la faune et la flore y sont préservées Sensation garantie avec le semi rigide et ses 750CV Mention spéciale à notre capitaine Antoine, passionné et unique, il saura vous faire apprécier encore plus votre excursion en y ajoutant des cours d’histoire et de l’humour corse Je recommande Porto Aventure sans hésitation au départ de Porto (s’y arrêter quelques heures avant et découvrir ce village et ses habitants très sympas)”
From Porto, cruise aboard a quiet hybrid boat to Scandola Nature Reserve, Elbu Bay, and Girolata. A French-speaking guide explains the cliffs, wildlife, and coastal history. You get 30 minutes in Girolata, with an optional extension to the Calanche de Piana.
“paysage magnifique. les explications etaient top et tres enrichissantes. l'animateur très sympathique”
From Porto, join a French-speaking guide such as Nicolas for a 210-minute semi-rigid boat trip through Scandola and the Calanche de Piana. Expect cliff scenery, seabird watching, a stop in remote Girolata, and a weather-dependent swim in a natural pool.
From Porto, sail aboard a quiet hybrid boat past Ficajola Beach, the red granite Calanques of Piana, Capo Rosso, its Genoese tower, and the Natural Pool. French-speaking captains such as Nicolas add geology, history, humor, and local detail. Choose a 90 to 270-minute departure.
“Le tour en bateau est bien, l excursion à duré pile 1 heure, au lieu 1h30, Dommage”
Join JPS Aventure from Porticcio for a 2-hour-45-minute sunset cruise to the Sanguinaires Islands. Expect a fast 30-minute boat ride, about an hour on Grande Sanguinaire, lighthouse and semaphore views, a possible swim, music, and a Corsican aperitif. Captains Greg and Thomas are often praised for their friendly hosting.
“Been there with my wife last summer, this was the highlight of our trip to Corsica, I just can't remember seeing anything nicer in France. Being on the speed boat is a phenomenal experience and exploring the island right before the sunset is uRead more”
Set out from Ajaccio or Porticcio for a 3 to 4-hour sunset cruise to the Sanguinaires Islands. A French-speaking guide leads the boat tour, while a winemaker presents Corsican wines, local delicacies, and live Corsican singing on board.
“l’activité a été annulée pour cause de mauvaise mer. Je n’ai pas été avertie à l’avance. J’espère être remboursée. Je publierai un nouvel avis dans ce cas.”
Join a French and English speaking guide aboard the 12 passenger Santa Regina from Calvi. Cruise past the citadel, swim in a clear cove, and explore Scandola’s volcanic cliffs, caves, Genoese towers, and osprey nests. Guide Theo has led some departures, and dolphins may appear on the return.
“The Scandola Boat tour exceeded all expectations. The skipper skillfully piloted the boat thru narrow passageways. He pointed out osprey nests. When passengers spotted a single cow high up in a ravine he paused for photos, and again when we saw 2 goats high in the rocks. The scenery was breathtaking.”
Set out from Calvi’s port at 6:30 or 7 p.m. for a two-hour small-group cruise past the citadel and Revellata Peninsula. Swim at Alga Beach, hear local history in English or French, then enjoy music, drinks, an appetizer, and sunset views. Guides have included Theo and captain Charlotte.
“This activity was cancelled due to a lack of participants.”
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