Florent D.
review about School cruise, sailing course between southern Corsica and northern Sardinia October 2021
Fantastic!
Fabrice is very professional and reassuring. He creates
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Reviews - Yacht sailing holidays & skippered tours in Corsica
288 reviews
Marco C.
review about A dream for two Corsica: Exclusive boat and Comfort for 2 people August 2021
Our week on Elba alone was fantastic! Giacomo's boat is beautiful and very well cared for and well maintained, comfortable the aft cabin at our disposal and the private bathroom. Giacomo met our needs and took us ashore to visit the villages or to dine, he made us use the tender with oars to visit the beaches, he always cooked excellent dishes, and he took care of everything related to navigation on his own. Too bad only to have sailed little.
Marianna T.
review about Ferragosto top cruise in Capraia and Corsica August 2021
???? ???? ???? Guys.......a wonderful holiday!
Fabrizio and Massimo have experience, seriousness and fun!!!! It was all wonderful and the time we can't decide assisted us. To be redone 1000 times ..... Thank you very much???? with us...... mom dad and Marti! You are a CERTAINTY........?????????? THANK YOU.
You will be part of our memories.....the beautiful ones!!! An UNFORGETTABLE mid-August. ???? ????
Anne Cécile C.
review about Come and sail with me in Corsica July 2021
Great week with Christopher, who is very attentive to our desires, the boat is comfortable and well equipped to cook. We were able to make a beautiful journey in Corsica and on the Maddalena Islands where even the dolphins were at the rendezvous, with beautiful anchorages far from the effervescence of the motor boats.
Lorenzo B.
review about Sailing, fun and relaxation in Northern Corsica July 2021
A fantastic crew... a group of friends who shared the choices, not easy for non-optimal conditions, of the skipper, prepared, efficient and highly engaging. Always in maximum safety. New and very comfortable boat, spacious where we had fun sailing between beautiful coves of Elba and capraia. Super fun holiday always with the guidance of a skipper ready and empathetic with the crew.
Elena Maria B.
review about Week In Northern Corsica - Capraia / Calvi / Saint Florent / Punta Ala July 2021
Luca and David were two very good and professional guides. We planned the trip in advance and with the right detail. We did quick and effective briefings together to prepare for the holiday. The itinerary was a good compromise between navigation and stopping in the most beautiful places. The boat is well equipped, clean, quite recent and is very fast sailing, a satisfaction! Luca handled the safety of the trip with common sense. Excellent also the alternation between fun and relaxation, Luca and David have been able to be present in the right measure. Planning the galley well respecting the technical constraints you make a wonderful experience.
Maria Vittoria Z.
review about CORSICA - SARDINIA from Cavallo a Spargi in CATAMARAN August 2020
The trip did not start in the best way because a few days before departure we were informed by the skipper that the boat would leave from a port other than the one reported on the site thus creating discomfort. I had in fact decided to reach Sardinia by car, but the decision to have a different port between round trip forced me to have to resort to an unforeseen taxi service.
The trip, despite the excellent sailing experience of the skipper, had to deal with its somewhat angular and original character, but he himself has always cooked us excellently.
We then took advantage of a galley that provided cleaning every morning (especially the bathrooms).
Although the boat is a bit dated thanks to the harmony between the group it was a nice holiday.
Raffaela P.
review about An unforgettable holiday to discover the Maddalena Archipelago. August 2020
We had a 3 day trip between the archipelago of La Maddalena and Bonifacio. It was a very nice experience, not to be missed for sea lovers, between crystal clear waters, sea breeze and excellent Sardinian cutting boards. Valerio and his brother Lorenzo were of pleasant company and very confident in the maneuvers. Highly recommended.
OLIVIER L.
review about From Ajaccio to Bastia sailing along the most beautiful coasts of Corsica August 2020
Great skipper who loves to share his passion for sailing. And in addition he has a good sense of humor.
Céline C.
review about Sail with us under the Corsican sun, nights at anchor in magnificent coves August 2020
Sabine and Patrick were great! They are interesting and open-minded people who share with pleasure their passion for sailing.
The cruise went very well :) They were able to adapt our itinerary with the weather conditions so that we could make the most of the time at our disposal.
Plan the organization of the races at the start and have the food delivered to the port :)
I recommend Sabine and Patrick!!
Paolo B.
review about A week of sailing to Capraia and the finger of Corsica July 2020
Wonderful holiday. Enrico, always a kind and pleasant person, is a great expert on the sea and the sky. The boat is fully equipped and complete with every comfort.
Luca B.
review about Exploring the Tuscan Archipelago and Corsica July 2019
Gianluca captain nice, charismatic and always on the piece, always finds a place in port appropriate to his person and his boat.
Always at work during navigation, always one step ahead of the weather and sea conditions. The two-masted schooner is a spectacle on the waves, very comfortable in navigation.
The itinerary of the holiday proposed to us has been planned according to our needs, always under the supervision of Gianluca: let us advise you on places to visit and on the restaurants of the Tuscan archipelago.
Hello Gianluca, see you soon
Gabriele Z.
review about A taste of Corsica August 2019
Thanks Nicola! We spent with the family (three adults and three boys 12-15 years) a wonderful holiday sailing and stopping at anchor in the north of Corsica. Nicola is very helpful and discreet: like having an extra friend on the boat. The boat is spacious, comfortable and equipped; all to make the holiday complete. Thank you!
Federico M.
review about Cruise in Northern Corsica August 2019
Beautiful experience! Emanuele, and his co-skipper Gabriele, are very experienced as sailors but also excellent travel companions. They always made us feel comfortable in all circumstances. Always perfect the choice of moorings in the most suggestive bays, taking into account the weather and sea conditions. Comfortable and equipped boat. To be repeated!
Martin M.
review about A dream for a week, sailing to the exploration of Capraia and Northern Corsica August 2019
For us first boat holiday, us and our 3 children, aged 7, 11 and 14. It was a fabulous experience, living the sea in this way is something unique, unforgettable. Francesco is an excellent skipper, very attentive to our needs, discreet, always available and excellent cook! He was able to involve us all and in particular the guys who loved him. The boat is equipped with all comforts and is kept very well. What can I say, a holiday from 10 and praise and..... thank you Francesco, this holiday will remain in our hearts!
Marco Z.
review about Late August between Sardinia and Corsica, from Arbatax to Bastia August 2019
Sergio is a lovely little person
Albino A.
review about Shooting Star Cruise August 2019
Recommended.
We did Tuscany-Corsica in 1 sept in August. Wind permitting we have always sailed even at night, nice. Sandro is very experienced and always has some advice for navigation and We had pleasant chats between one edge and another.
On the boat you must always be available to cook or clean after meals, it is mostly the guests who take care of it.
Do not waste water, Sandro is very attentive to this aspect, take it into account even when making a galley (eg: salad better in a ready-made bag). For the shower it is essential to have a Marino soap to be able to wash with sea water. Sandro does not like to go to port, but being able to prefer to stay at anchor.
Marco T.
review about Cruise on the west coast of Corsica August 2019
Rating 10!!! Luca and Marco are two special people and they took us to wonderful places, always available to evaluate our requests and needs.
Dream experience, I can't wait to get back on the boat to sail
Rosa A.
review about Two weeks between Corsica and the Maddalena Archipelago, with Instructor on board !! August 2019
Diego is an exceptional skipper, he has a love for sailing that he transmits to everyone without ever being intrusive and going sailing as often as possible!. He explains things in a clear and simple way and has been able to meet everyone's needs. respecting the propensities of each of us! He is a wonderful person, he has been on every occasion part of the group and of the days in the boats. He optimized the tour by making us see as many things as possible without forgetting about relaxation. I recommend it to everyone, both to those who love sailing because it is a crazy teacher, and to those who simply want a relaxing holiday! For me it was a special holiday with a wonderful group so thanks to you Diego and thanks to the Corsica maddalena 3/16 crew!
Brigitte V.
review about Sailing Adventure in Corsica and Sardinia August 2019
Samuel went to great lengths to make the trip go as smoothly as possible
Ivana G.
review about August in Corsica, tour through Capraia fine coast to Saint Florent August 2019
We spent a fantastic week, always in total relaxation thanks to that sense of security that only the expertise of an experienced skipper like Gianni can transmit. And this for newcomers to sailing is essential ...
Gianni and his wife Simona were perfect guests: very helpful, attentive to our needs and very nice. Result? Sailing lessons and dives at anchor, aperitifs at sunset and dinners under the stars, recovery of plastics in the sea and laughter. All in the splendid setting of breathtaking views and sea.
Experience to do and to redo.
Thanks Gianni. Thanks Simona.
Veronica S.
review about Corsica from north to south along the west side to Alghero August 2019
Very attentive to the needs, desires and above all safety of each crew member, XXX took us to visit both the most famous beaches and pristine places and natural aquariums. Night crossings, adventurous passages between the red rocks, aperitifs at sunset and a pinch of strong emotions in a fantastic crescendo until the last evening ... but where do you go without XXX!?
Thierry B.
review about Sailing in South Corsica/North Sardinia July 2019
imagine an evening under a starry sky comfortably seated in an inflatable sofa in a deserted cove with a very nice little meal while listening to the lapping of the waves. If you like music Alexandre with a small connected speaker will make you listen to the songs of your choice and you will only want "that time stops". The night belongs to you and you will keep an unforgettable memory as the rest of the trip in the clear and warm waters between Corsica and Sardinia. I did not know much about sailing but after a week I could perform some maneuvers under the wise advice of the captain and under the watchful eye of Leon the cat on board who will adopt you very quickly. It will even come purring near you during nap or at night if you do not close the cabin door. The week has passed far too quickly and I can only look forward to one thing starting again as soon as possible. Memories will not fade. Thank you.
Naty B.
review about Corsica and Capraia .... nature to live July 2019
Hurried tour of Capraia, with a few stops to swim and early return to port: at 9.00 on Sunday morning we were already at the port of San.Vincenzo and on Saturday at 18.00 we arrived in Baratti (not mentioned in the itinerary), which is just an hour of navigation from the port of S. Vincenzo, in fact the return took place a day earlier than expected.
The skipper cooked only twice in a week.
Very interesting and detailed instead hints on sailing and navigation.
Overall however positive experience. ----------------------------------------------------------------RESPOND OF THE SKIPPER MAURIZIO: Premise: on board all new guests at the first sailing holiday experience. All decisions have always been shared between the skipper (Maurizio) and the guests, even the smallest.
It was not two days of "bad weather", but throughout the central Tyrrhenian Sea with a focus on Corsica, Elba and Capria there was BURRASCA (beginning Sunday evening, ending Wednesday morning ...)!
In port, 3 damaged boats were brought by the Coast Guard.
In port in Marciana Marina there were 30-35 knots of wind and out waves of about 2 meters .... Look a little at the skipper's scruple, instead of keeping you still in San Vincenzo, he took you to Marciana to see a new place anyway. On board all new people never got on the boat.
Obviously at that point going to Corsica became time-consuming, as everyone wanted to do luuuuuuunghissime swims, stay in the coves to sleep and relax, surf little.
Moreover, with "dancer" wind and minimum intensity. Rather than do a "mower" of many hours, in agreement with all the guests we opted for a different ride.
We stayed a full day (morning, afternoon, night at anchor, morning and tour of the island before heading towards Tuscany).
The island of Capraia does not offer many shelters except those where we were with pleasure to swim. Moreover, the boat is large and you can not get too close to the shore or slip into the narrowest coves!
Maybe Naty preferred to wake up at 4 in the morning and sail with the sound of the engine, arrive at the port and disembark without a last bath?
I think instead that the idea of sailing in the afternoon of Saturday, going to the harbor in the Gulf of Baratti to still swim (very long more than an hour to play in the water with the tender) and relax with dicesa on the ground at the pub on the beach, was an excellent solution. Appreciated by all.
The fact that some locations are not mentioned in the itinerary, depends on the fact that the itinerary changes every moment according to weather conditions, the wishes of guests. The fact that the embarkation is in the late afternoon and the disembarkation in the early morning is clearly indicated in the proposal and is used by everyone to be able to proceed with cleaning, remittance etc. They do it in hotels, they do it with Airbnb, they do it on a boat. Otherwise it is not possible to guarantee a level of cleanliness and order adequate to the offer.
The skipper (Maurizio) is NOT obliged to cook!
He does this with pleasure by sharing with guests the kitchen, cleaning, conduct and management of the boat.
If Naty wanted a different service she could ask for it, perhaps specifying that she would not do anything to help clean the dishes, prepare meals or manage the common areas. We could have provided the hostess service appropriate to your requests.
Boat life is made of complicity and collaboration, sharing, passion.
The pleasure is also to discover the "local" flavors and make them known to other guests. Just want to be involved.
So much so that when I also made food because the pleasantness of the company was so much, the result was amazing. Congratulations and slurp from all !
With great patience and passion I always try to involve guests in the practice of sailing, but the "passivity" of some.... it's a bit daunting :-)
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Let's find it together!8 reasons to choose Corsica for your next sailboat cruise:
- A paradisiacal destination only 1 hour's flight from most French cities
- Go exploring authentic villages and ports (Calvi, Saint-Florent, Porto Vecchio, etc.) to sample the excellent local produce
- Bronzing on the magnificent white sand beaches of Rondinara, Ile Rousse and Santa Giulia
- Lounging on the deck of the boat listening to the soft song of the cicadas with a glass of rosé
- Explorer les innombrables îles de l’archipel des Lavezzi au sud de la Corse
- Discover deserted coves and islands only accessible by boat and forgotten by mass tourism
- Naviguer dans les surprenantes bouches de Bonifacio et passer la nuit au mouillage à Propriano
- An ideal climate and weather to sail comfortably from April to November
The best places to visit on your next Corsica cruise aboard a sailing boat:
The Corsican coastline, with a total length of over 1,000 km, is the most varied and richest in France. Crystal-clear waters, immense sandy beaches, small deserted coves and granite cliffs populated by seabirds are all available to you on a sailing cruise. Imagine being intoxicated by the scents of the garrigue as you approach the mainland, taking advantage of your stopovers to stroll from the small fishing village to the famous seaside towns or tasting the authentic Corsican cuisine, rich in flavours. Embarking on a cruise in Corsica means discovering or rediscovering this little paradise through the eyes of a local skipper who will take you to places off the beaten track and far from mass tourism. Here are some places not to be missed.
Cap Corse
At the tip of the Island, this piece of land turned towards the sea invites you to travel. In the heart of a region with preserved nature and a unique heritage, set off to explore what the Cap Corse hides. The numerous paths allow you to discover the small mountain villages, the sometimes arid landscapes and the vestiges of past times. Cap Corse is also about the art of living! Go and discover the famous vineyards and the muscatel wine, taste the local productions of olive oil, goat or sheep cheese, charcuterie and honey, or simply let yourself be overwhelmed by the warmth and friendliness of its inhabitants.
The Bouches de Bonifacio and the Lavezzi Islands
In southern Corsica, the Bonifacio region is an open-air museum. With its upper town, its magnificent citadel dotted with narrow streets, its ramparts, it has everything to seduce you. The Bouches de Bonifacio also form the largest nature reserve in France. It includes several archipelagos, including the Lavezzi Islands, a real corner of paradise. Beyond its fine sand and turquoise water, it is a real aquarium that awaits you in the Lavezzi Islands.
The Gulf of Porto
The Gulf of Porto is one of the three French natural sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage, this thanks to the Scandola reserve, the Gulf of Girolata and the Calanche de Piana. Red granite cliffs, islets on turquoise waters, hidden caves, secret coves, scrubland... offer a truly exceptional natural setting to discover from the deck of a sailing boat. Here, the red granite sculpted by the wind and water forms strange figures to be admired at sunset when the colours are even more intense.
The three most beautiful beaches in Corsica
Here's a roundup of the beaches that are worth a visit. Rondinara, located between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio has been voted the most beautiful beach in France on several occasions. The bay of Rondinara is in the shape of a perfect semicircle which gives it a charm far from being spoiled by its turquoise waters. Further north, another famous Corsican beach is Palombaggia. A long ribbon of sand lined with pine trees, which stretches out in front of the Cerbicale Islands nature reserve. The beach of Saleccia is also one of the most beautiful beaches. Wild and not very accessible, it has managed to keep its soul and all its authenticity partly thanks to the fact that it is difficult to access. Indeed, this large white sandy beach with transparent water, is located in the middle of the Agriates Desert.
Finally realize your dream of cruising Corsica with a skipper on board a sailboat:
- The best time to cruise on a sailboat in Corsica is April to October.
- On the budget side, depending on the type of boat, the level of service on board and the period, you can count between 700€ and 1200€ all inclusive for a dream cruise in Corsica with skipper.
- To reach your port of embarkation in Corsica, two alternatives are available to you: the ferry from the south of France or the plane.
- Last tip, if you can't decide between the North or South of Corsica for your next sailboat or catamaran cruise, take a tour of Corsica by boat!
The best itineraries for your next sailboat cruise in Corsica with skipper:
- Western cruise, from Ajaccio to Calvi: a first option is to take a sailboat cruise on the west coast of Corsica. A week of sailing where the enchantment will be renewed at each stop. You leave from the imperial city of Ajaccio with its old pedestrian streets and colourful houses and sail along the coast to the famous citadel of Calvi. You pass in particular by the bloody islands, the small village of Cargèse, the Gulf of Porto, the Ile Rousse, and the Gulf of Saint Florent.
- South cruise, from Porto Vecchio to Bonifacio: a very nice week of sailing in the south of Corsica. From the famous seaside resort of Porto-Vecchio, you cross the Gulf of Santa Manza to reach the famous Lavezzi Islands, a heavenly nature reserve. You can even extend to the Maddalena archipelago in northern Sardinia before heading up to Bonifacio and its citadel perched atop white cliffs.
- Cruise to the North, from Calvi to Bastia: the north of Corsica also offers a great sailing cruise opportunity. You leave from the Citadel of Calvi towards the Ile Rousse. You then continue towards the Anse de Peraiola, then the magnificent beach of Saleccia in the Agriates desert. You then pass by Saint Florent, the small fishing port of Centuri, go around the northern cape, you stop at Erbalunga with its old houses on the water to end your stay in Bastia.