CORSICA CHARTER

Step aboard in Calvi, the island’s cultural crown, framed by its 15th-century citadel. After a welcome toast, set course for the Scandola Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its crimson cliffs and rich marine life. Accessible only by sea, this sanctuary offers kayaking, swimming in permitted zones, and an unforgettable dinner on deck as the cliffs glow copper under the evening sun.

Sail south to Ajaccio, birthplace of Napoleon and Corsica’s cultural heart. Wander the local markets, taste mountain honey and aged cheeses, and stroll along palm-lined boulevards. Swim in the crystal waters of the Gulf of Ajaccio before sunset brings a Corsican wine pairing dinner featuring Vermentino and rosé beneath the stars.

Today’s voyage reveals southern Corsica’s wild splendour. Anchor beneath the Lion of Roccapina, a naturally sculpted granite formation guarding a crescent of ivory sand. Paddleboard across glassy shallows or hike up to the Genoese tower for panoramic views before dining alfresco, surrounded by untouched coastal beauty.

Cruise through the Strait of Bonifacio to reach Cavallo Island, the only inhabited isle in the Lavezzi archipelago. Known for its exclusivity and jade-green lagoons, Cavallo offers barefoot luxury at its purest. Swim in hidden coves, enjoy a sea-salt body ritual with local botanicals, and watch the sun dip between Corsica and Sardinia — a postcard-perfect Mediterranean moment.

Sail north toward Santa Giulia, a shallow bay of turquoise hues and soft white sands. Snorkel over seagrass meadows, kayak through glowing lagoons, or join your chef in crafting a fresh-caught Corsican sea bream and fig compote. Evening falls in a gradient of blues — a place where time feels suspended.

Enter the Lavezzi Islands, a labyrinth of sculpted granite boulders and translucent shallows within the Bouches de Bonifacio Nature Reserve. Spend the day swimming, hiking, or snorkelling among vibrant marine life. As dusk settles, anchor near Bonifacio, its cliffside citadel glowing above the water — the island’s beauty distilled into one view.

Conclude your voyage in Bonifacio, where white limestone cliffs rise dramatically above the sea. Explore medieval lanes, visit the King of Aragon Stairway, and toast your week of discovery with a farewell brunch featuring the island’s finest produce. Whether it’s wind, stone, or sea, Corsica’s raw beauty will linger long after you disembark in Calvi.