Luxury Yacht Charter and Rental in Corsica West Coast

Ideal duration

7 - 14 Days

Best season

May - September

Arrive via

Ajaccio

Country

France

Day by day

1. 2 hours

   Bonifacio - Maddalena islands

   We find ourselves in the iconic port of Bonifacio, nestled between soaring cliffs with its fortress-like citadel above. Take time to explore the old town’s narrow streets, panoramic viewpoints, and charming cafes. Enjoy a welcome lunch overlooking the marina or head out straight away towards the magnificent Maddalena islands! Get settled in between in the islands for the evening with an incredible welcome dinner onboard.

2. Day 2

   Maddalena islands

   Morning begins unhurried with a lovely breakfast on deck, toys in the water, the sea impossibly still. Cruise by tender to the iconic Spiaggia Rosa, accessible only from offshore, or anchor off Spargi where cyan waters meet untouched shoreline. Join the crew for a morning workout followed by lunch at La Scogliera in La Maddalena. Enjoy a restorative spa session at Ma&Ma and return onboard for an intimate family-style dinner.

3. 5 hours

   Maddalena Islands - Propriano

   Cruise north along Corsica’s wild west coast and drop anchor in the jaw-dropping bay of Roccapina. Towered over by the naturally sculpted “Lion of Roccapina” rock formation, this secluded bay is perfect for swimming and getting all the toys out. After lunch onboard, head to Propriano, and take a group kayak safari to Plage de Cupabia where the only place to score a Calippo is at a single beach bar. Dinner onboard as you are in a deserted area of Corsica.

4. 2 hours

   Propriano - Ajaccio

   The Capital of Corsica promises pavement cafés, outdoor adventure and fine art. Plus more sand than St Tropez. The best beach is Plage de la Terre Sacrée. The 'Beach of the Sacred Earth' is a holy vision of tickle-your-toes sand and windsurf-friendly sea. Finish the day with a magical dinner at La Terrasse du Fesch. Set above Ajaccio’s old town, it pairs refined Corsican flavours with sweeping views over the harbour, best enjoyed as the sun dips behind the hills.

5. 3 hours overnight

   Ajaccio - Calanque de Piana

   Wake up in a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring dramatic cliffs and narrow, winding roads, often hailed as one of Europe’s great driving experiences. Take a classic mini-moke or a Ferrari. The crew can arrange a secluded picnic along the route, or take a luxurious turn with lunch at Les Roches Rouges. Dinner back on the yacht.

6. Day 6

   Calanque de Piana - Girolata

   Cruise in the morning towards Girolata, a secluded village accessible only by boat or hiking trail. Step ashore for a guided hike with a local expert or the crew, tracing rugged paths with panoramic views before returning to the calm of the anchorage. For lunch you can choose from 20 different sandy stretches. For pirate picnics, which will most certainly include a treasure hunt, head to Plage de Liscia. Your crew can unpack hammocks, games and dining tables in the sand. In the evening do a stargazing cruise whilst you head over to Saleccia.

7. 4 hours overnight

   Girolata - Saleccia

   Wake up in beach heaven. On Plage de Saleccia the sand is bleached white by endless sun. The big news? Plage de Saleccia is only accessible by sea. One of the world’s best beaches, this paradise has no crowds, no beach bar and no worries. A day full of all the toys and fun. In the evening have a final dinner together with all the crew (if you wish).

8. 2 hours

   Saleccia - Calvi

   Enjoy a leisurely breakfast onboard whilst cruising into the port of Calvi, if you feel you have missed a beach feel most welcome to extend. Drivers will be arranged back to the airport of Calvi for your onward journey. As they say in typical Corsican, Avvedeci!

Why people love it

• It is near enough a deserted island. For centuries, Corsica was governed from afar. First by Italy, and in current day by France. The result is an island of deserted beaches, unnamed islets and open waters where dolphins are more common than crowds. With a population density lower than Scotland’s, your yacht rarely shares the view — and often becomes the only presence on the horizon.
• A wild experience. Corsica is wild by with half the island protected within the Regional Natural Park of Corsica. Inland, ancient pine forests and crystal-clear rivers carve out a hidden world of waterfalls and quiet wildlife encounters. And what does a luxury yacht charter here truly look like? Picture submerged Eden of coral and passing dolphins, windy roads or skydiving from plane to the beach.

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