Can I bring my dog or pet?

Yes, small pets are allowed on board.

Can I bring my own food & drinks?

Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks. During the 2-hour stop in the village of Girolata, you can also have a picnic on the beach.

Are there toilets on board?

No, there are no restrooms on the boat.

How long is the boat trip?

The boat trip has a total duration of 9 hours.

How many people can the boat accommodate?

The boat can accommodate a maximum of 12 passengers.

What will we see during the tour?

The tour includes a visit to the Scandola nature reserve, the Calanques of Piana, and Capo Rosso. There is also a 2-hour stop in the picturesque village of Girolata.

Are there opportunities for swimming?

Yes, the trip includes three swimming stops: 30 minutes in the Scandola reserve, 50 minutes in a cove in the Calanques of Piana, and 40 minutes in "Cala di Palu". Snorkeling masks are also provided.

Are drinks and snacks included?

Yes, a gourmet break with non-alcoholic drinks and canistrellis (typical Corsican biscuits) is included in the price.

Where does the tour depart from?

You can choose to depart from the Tino Rossi port in Ajaccio or from the beach of the Gulf of Lava. Please make sure to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.

Is parking available at the departure point?

If you depart from Ajaccio, you can find paying car parks near the port, under the citadel.

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Corsica Croisières

RIB Boat Trip to Scandola and the Calanques of Piana with Swimming

Name: RIB Boat Trip to Scandola and the Calanques of Piana with Swimming
Brand: Corsica Croisières
SKU: 21129
Price: 140 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (61 reviews)

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Activity

Motorboat

Languages

English, French

Minimum age

No age restrictions

Meeting places

Ajaccio

At the Tino Rossi port (Jetée de la citadelle, 20000 Ajaccio)

Appietto

In the Lava Gulf, in front of the little grey hut on the beach, next to the Marina di Lava hotel

Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity

Details

Thanks to our boat trip to Scandola and the Calanques of Piana, visit the most beautiful natural sites around Ajaccio! Our adventure will start from the Tino Rossi port in Ajaccio or the Gulf of Lava. If you leave from Ajaccio, we will first pass by the Sanguinaires islands before reaching the gulf. We will head towards the Scandola nature reserve, where abundant flora and fauna await you. We will stay there for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. You will have the opportunity to swim for 30 minutes in crystal clear waters, surrounded by the magnificent red volcanic cliffs of this site, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1975. We will make then, a 2-hour stop in the picturesque village of Girolata. The programme there is free: you can enjoy some lobster, the typical dish of the village, with a view of the magnificent Genoese fortress, or you can have a picnic on the beach and have fun in the water! Back on the boat, we will cross the Gulf of Porto to visit the Calanques of Piana. After 30 minutes of navigating, you will discover the impressive red cliffs and the typical fauna and flora of southern Corsica. We will also visit the caves, which are only accessible by boat, and you will have the opportunity to dive into the water and bathe for about 50 minutes in a cove called "the pool". The boat trip will continue to Capo Rosso, followed by a third swimming stop of about 40 minutes in a little-known cove called "Cala di Palu". Untouched by tourism, this wild creek will offer you turquoise water that will certainly give you a change of scene! During this stopover, our team will prepare a gourmet break for you. Finally, we will return to the departure site after 9 hours of adventure.

Highlights - Visit of Scandola nature reserve, Calanques of Piana & Capo Rosso - Lunch break in the picturesque village of Girolata - Long swimming breaks in turquoise waters of the wildest coves around Ajaccio - Gourmet break with one of the most typical biscuits of Corsica

Departure & Return We meet at the Tino Rossi port in Ajaccio, or on the beach of the gulf of Lava, in front of a grey hut, 15 minutes before the departure. You will find paying car parks in Ajaccio near the port, under the citadel. After a 9-hour boat trip, we will return to the port of departure.

Characteristics of the boat - Number of passengers: up to 12 people - Sun-protected area (only when the boat is not moving) - No restrooms - Not accessible to wheelchairs - Small pets allowed

Included services - Gourmet break: non-alcoholic drinks and canistrellis (small dry cakes typical of Corsica) - Snorkeling mask

Good to know Please note that depending on the weather conditions, the itinerary may change slightly, and swimming stops may not be possible.

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Based on over 40 reviews, this boat trip from Ajaccio is an unforgettable experience, with more than 95% of guests giving it a five-star rating. The tour of the Scandola Nature Reserve and Calanques de Piana is consistently praised for its "breathtakingly beautiful" scenery. Families and couples especially appreciate the guides, like Yann and François, who are celebrated for their knowledge, friendliness, and passion. The swimming and snorkeling stops in pristine waters are a major highlight. A minor point of feedback was the limited availability of snorkeling masks on one trip. Overall, it's a highly recommended day on the water, offering a magical look at Corsica's coast.

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