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Maddalena Archipelago, southern Corsica: wonderful Sardinia

Italy:

Northern Sardinia

Duration:

6 days - 7 nights

Max number of passengers:

8 people

Available:

June - October

Suitable for travellers:

> 5 years

Boarding from:

Arzachena

What's included

Cancellation policy

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Organised by:

Massimo A.

Member since 2016 -

Organisation

Italian

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This experience, in a nutshell

In the middle of the western Mediterranean, where Corsica and Sardinia chase each other in one of the most seductive stretches of sea in the world, the Maddalena Archipelago emerges in all its beauty.

Located off the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, it consists of seven main islands (Maddalena, Caprera, Santo Stefano, Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria and Razzoli), numerous islets and smaller rocks.

Covered with typical Mediterranean scrub, all these islands, most of which are uninhabited, are characterised by a succession of coves and beaches with fine sand lapped by a wonderful emerald sea. Another decisive factor in the undisputed charm of this archipelago is undoubtedly the granite nature of its rocks, which have been shaped over thousands of years by the sea and wind.

To protect this environmental heritage, the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park was established in 1996 with the aim of preserving the magnificent marine flora and fauna that characterises it.

During the trip, we will be constantly surrounded by indescribable natural scenery that has enchanted even Napoleon, Nelson and Garibaldi. How can we not mention, for example, Cala Corsara on the island of Spargi, where a fine white beach merges with crystal clear sea, or the Rosa beach on the island of Budelli, which takes its name from the characteristic colour of its sand, caused by the crumbling of the shells of certain marine microorganisms. Finally, Bonifacio is a must for anyone visiting the archipelago. The incredible view at the entrance to the port, accessed through a fjord with white rock walls over 70 metres high, leaves everyone breathless...

Starting from

€615

6 days - 7 nights

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Boat & Classes of Service

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS - 2004

Type

Sailboat

Length

16.68 m.

Toilets

4

Cabins

4

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Our itinerary

Our trip starts here:

Arzachena.

Check-in: 6:00 PM

Our trip ends here:

Arzachena.

Check-out: 8:00 AM

Leg 1

Saturday - Cannigione

Boarding will take place at 6.00 pm. You can immediately store your belongings in the double cabins, all with private bathrooms. We are all in the cockpit for a little refreshment and to get to know each other better.

The captain will take the opportunity to give a briefing, necessary to explain to everyone the rules of life on board, to provide you with some information on the management of the boat and the week's itinerary.

Free evening in Cannigione.

Leg 2

Sunday - Caprera

Early in the

morning we will leave the moorings from the port of Cannigione for a sail to the island of Caprera or Budelli. We will drop anchor at Cala Coticcio or in front of the Pink Beach, enchanting places where we will finally take the first swim of the week.

After a nice lunch and after enjoying the quiet of the sea and the place, we will sail again to the island of La Maddalena where we will spend the night in one of its bays, protected from the sea and the wind.

Leg 3

Monday - Cavallo Island

After a relaxing breakfast, we will embark on a short sail through the infamous Strait of Bonifacio towards Corsica, to head towards the island of Cavallo where we will be able to take unforgettable baths in a unique natural setting.

In the afternoon we will sail to Rondinara or Santa Amanza (Southern Corsica) and spend the night there a few tens of meters from the beach.

Leg 4

Tuesday - Lavezzi

In the morning we will enjoy this paradise on earth for a few more hours with inevitable baths and a quiet lunch on board. In the early afternoon, we'll take advantage of the tender for a shore excursion to this island, which is part of the protected natural park of the Strait of Bonifacio.

In the afternoon we will sail to Bonifacio. The harbor fjord, with its cliffs more than 70 meters high, is an unmissable stop on this cruise. The view is breathtaking.

The city will amaze you with its small characteristic alleys that suddenly open onto the Strait of Bonifacio.

On the coast there are small, very quiet beaches such as Piccolo Sperone, Palombaggia and Santa Giulia.

We will spend the night in the port of Bonifacio.

Leg 5

Wednesday - Strait of Bonifacio

In the morning we will leave Bonifacio behind and sail through the Straits. We will return to Lavezzi for a swim in another of its enchanting bays. If the weather permits, in the afternoon we will move to the beach of Piantarella on the Piana island to spend the night.

Leg 6

Thursday - La Maddalena and Spargi

We will sail again to the islands of the Maddalena Park, we will visit Spargi and its beautiful Cala Corsara.

With the will of Aeolus we will then spend another night at anchor in Razzoli or Budelli.

Leg 7

Friday - Budelli

When we wake up, we will anchor in Razzoli, Santa Maria or Spargi. After the ritual swims and lunch on board we will sail to Cannigione where our week will end.

It will be possible to disembark the same evening or in the morning by 9.00 a.m.

The itinerary may be subject to changes due to weather conditions and/or technical or logistical reasons, in order to ensure safety and a pleasant sailing experience for all participants.

Frequent questions

The organiser reviews

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Organised by:

Massimo A.

Member since 2016 -

Organisation

Italian

English

4.7/5

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35

reviews

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Maddalena Archipelago, southern Corsica: wonderful Sardinia

06/6/2025

Gabriele G.

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Switzerland

Esperienza meravigliosa, si è navigato tra un paradiso e l' altro. Massimo il capitano e la sua assistente Martina oltre ad essere dei veri lupi di mare sono degli ottimi cuochi. M sono sentito da subito accolto e in mani sicure. Da rifare presto :-)
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Maddalena Archipelago, southern Corsica: wonderful Sardinia

06/1/2025

Carlo P.

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Netherlands

Ottimo skipper con esperienza con bella e comoda barca in posti veramenti belli. Ottima crociera
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Maddalena Archipelago, southern Corsica: wonderful Sardinia

09/8/2024

Matilde I.

Tenete la crociera ma usate un altro sito. Massimo e Alberto sono entrambi simpatici e capaci, in più se Alberto cucina per voi mangiate sicuramente benissimo. L'itinerario è molto bello, la Sardegna e la Corsica sono sempre meravigliose. Il sito invece lascia un po' a desiderare, ci sono diverse spese che si aggiungono alla quota, queste vengono vagamente menzionate in una tendina nel sito che va cercata. Inoltre, menziona alcune comodità che poi in barca non ci sono, come ad esempio macchina del ghiaccio e passerelle elettriche ma soprattutto aria condizionata. Tutte cose non essenziali ma che, a mio parere, giustificavano il prezzo più alto nella quota di questa crociera rispetto ad altre. Quindi tornerei volentieri a fare un'esperienza con Massimo ed Alberto ma usando un sito più trasparente e magari conveniente.
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Maddalena Archipelago, southern Corsica: wonderful Sardinia

09/8/2024

Alessandro M.

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Italy

Un esperienza indimenticabile, per me era la prima volta in barca a vela ed ero preoccupato sia per l eventuale mare mosso che per la convivenza. Invece è stato tutto bellissimo, il capitano Massimo con la sua esperienza e il suo talento ci ha fatto navigare sentendoci sempre tranquilli e sicuri (non per niente L ho soprannominato il Maradona della barca a vela) il suo aiutante Alberto sempre gentile e disponibile ad accontentarci per ogni nostra esigenza, ha cucinato sempre dei pranzetti e cene deliziose (si mangia meglio che al ristorante non pensavo su una barca si potesse trovare una cosa così). Consiglio vivamente questa esperienza con loro e ringrazio molto per la cordialità e gentilezza e simpatia, hanno reso la mia vacanza indimenticabile assieme ai posti fantastici dove ci hanno portato. La barca inoltre è più comoda e bella di quello che potevo immaginare da inesperto velista quale sono. Grazie a tutti!!

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