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Corsica
Corsica Yacht Charter
Luxury Yacht Charter to France’s Wild and Authentic Island
A Corsica yacht charter is a different kind of Mediterranean week: mountains rising above 2,700 metres sit behind a coastline of granite, limestone cliffs and bays that can only be reached by sea. The wildest island of France, set between the Riviera and Sardinia, it has protected reserves, Genoese citadels and ports far from mass tourism, and it rewards guests who prefer to explore rather than be seen. A yacht is the only way to reach much of it.
Chartering a luxury yacht in Corsica lets guests access remote anchorages, unspoiled coastlines, and historic ports that remain largely untouched by mass tourism—delivering one of the most immersive yachting experiences in the Western Mediterranean.
SAMURAI
Guest: 12
Cabins: 6
Crew: 15
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MOKA
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
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Cabins: 5
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CHARADE
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
Crew: 7
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OKKO
Guest: 12
Cabins: 5
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ESMERALDA OF THE SEAS
Guest: 11
Cabins: 5
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NALANI
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
Crew: 4
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LUCKY
Guest: 8
Cabins: 4
Crew: 4
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REVE BLEU
Guest: 8
Cabins: 4
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Why Corsica Is Best Seen From the Water
Corsica is the one French destination where the mountains still dominate the coast, and most of it is reachable only by water. The island has around a thousand kilometers of shoreline, much of it undeveloped: granite headlands, maquis-covered hills and long beaches with no road behind them. A yacht lets guests anchor where no hotel or road can follow, and move on when the wind or the mood changes. For guests who value nature and privacy over nightlife, it is the natural counterpart to the French Riviera, within an overnight passage to the north.
✔ Wild, mountainous landscapes meeting the sea
✔ Protected marine parks and pristine waters
✔ Dramatic limestone cliffs and secluded coves
✔ Authentic towns with strong local identity
✔ Ideal for longer, exploratory itineraries
✔ Fewer crowds than the French Riviera
A luxury yacht charter in Corsica is perfect for guests seeking depth, nature, and authenticity over glamour and nightlife.
Your Boat Holiday Broker’s Insight – “Corsica is bigger than it looks on a chart. From Calvi to Bonifacio along the west coast, it is well over a hundred nautical miles, and the winds decide which stretches are comfortable on a given day. So a week usually works best on one half of the island, the west coast and the reserves or the south and Bonifacio, with the other half kept for a second visit. Guests who try to see everything end up spending the week in transit, and I’d rather they remember one coastline well.” — Giulia Di Leo, CEO & Founder, Your Boat Holiday
The Ports That Anchor a Corsican Week
Corsica’s coastline is long enough to hold several different cruising regions. Calvi and the Balagne in the northwest are the most elegant, the Gulf of Porto and Ajaccio the most dramatic, and Bonifacio and the far south the most spectacular, with cliffs, reserves, and some of the clearest water in the Mediterranean.
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Bonifacio
A spectacular citadel perched atop white limestone cliffs, offering one of the Mediterranean’s most dramatic yacht arrivals.
Calvi
An elegant northern port with a historic citadel, calm bays and excellent marina facilities.
Ajaccio
Corsica’s capital, and Napoleon’s birthplace, combines culture, history, and access to the island’s rugged west coast.
Three Shapes for a Week Around the Island
Most weeks take one of three shapes: down the west coast from Calvi to Bonifacio, from the Riviera across to the south of the island, or on to Sardinia across the strait. Our day-by-day plans show how each one works: Corsica to Sardinia in seven days, Calvi to Cinque Terre, Calvi to Porto Rotondo and a circuit from Cap Corse to Porto-Vecchio.
7–10 Day Corsican Discovery
Calvi – Scandola – Girolata – Ajaccio – Bonifacio
Riviera to Corsica Route
French Riviera – Bonifacio – Lavezzi Islands – return
Extended Corsica & Sardinia Charter
Corsica combined with northern Sardinia (subject to itinerary planning)
(All itineraries are fully customizable.)
YOUR JOURNEY, DAY BY DAY
7-Day Corsica Yacht Charter Itinerary
A week aboard is one of the best ways to discover Corsica's extraordinary western and southern coastline. Starting in Calvi and finishing in Bonifacio, this sample itinerary follows the island's wildest shores through the Scandola Nature Reserve, Girolata, the Gulf of Porto, Ajaccio and the beaches of southern Corsica before reaching the dramatic limestone cliffs of Bonifacio. Every itinerary is tailored to the yacht, weather conditions and your preferred pace.
DAY 1
Calvi & the Revellata Peninsula
Embark in Calvi beneath its imposing historic citadel and settle into life aboard with a relaxed first afternoon along the surrounding coastline. Cruise toward the Revellata Peninsula for swimming and water sports before returning toward Calvi Bay for sunset and dinner aboard or ashore.
YBH note: Calvi is an ideal starting point for a west-coast Corsica itinerary, combining convenient yacht facilities with immediate access to beautiful anchorages and the island's increasingly wild coastline.
DAY 2
Calvi to Scandola & Girolata
Cruise south from Calvi into one of the most spectacular sections of Corsica’s coastline. Explore the dramatic red cliffs, volcanic formations and clear waters of the Scandola Nature Reserve before continuing toward the remote village and natural harbour of Girolata for the afternoon.
YBH note: Scandola is a highly protected natural environment. Navigation, anchoring and tender activities must always follow current regulations, with the captain adapting the route accordingly.
DAY 3
Girolata · Gulf of Porto · Piana
Continue through the Gulf of Porto, surrounded by some of Corsica’s most dramatic coastal scenery. Cruise beneath the extraordinary red-rock formations around Piana, stopping in a suitable bay for swimming, snorkelling and lunch aboard before spending the evening at anchor along the west coast.
YBH note: This section is deliberately kept flexible so the captain can select the most rewarding anchorages according to wind, swell and current protected-area regulations.
DAY 4
West Coast to Ajaccio
Cruise south along Corsica’s rugged western coastline toward the Gulf of Ajaccio. Stop for swimming along the way before reaching the Îles Sanguinaires, then continue toward Ajaccio for an afternoon or evening ashore exploring the island’s capital.
YBH note: Ajaccio provides a useful change of pace midway through the charter, combining a proper port, restaurants and cultural experiences with immediate access back to Corsica's natural coastline.
DAY 5
Ajaccio to Roccapina
Leave Ajaccio and continue south past the Gulf of Valinco toward the increasingly remote coastline around Roccapina. Spend the afternoon swimming in clear turquoise water beneath granite hills and enjoy a peaceful evening at anchor surrounded by one of southern Corsica’s most beautiful natural landscapes.
YBH note: The southwestern coast offers numerous possible swimming and anchoring stops, allowing the captain to adapt the day's route according to conditions rather than following a rigid schedule.
DAY 6
Roccapina to Bonifacio & the Lavezzi Islands
Cruise around Corsica’s southern tip toward the extraordinary limestone cliffs of Bonifacio before continuing into the clear waters surrounding the Lavezzi Islands. Spend the afternoon swimming and snorkelling among granite formations before returning toward Bonifacio for the evening.
YBH note: The Lavezzi Islands form part of a protected marine environment. Anchoring, navigation and shore access must always comply with current local regulations and conditions.
DAY 7
Bonifacio & Southern Corsica
Enjoy a final morning exploring the clear waters and beaches around southern Corsica before approaching Bonifacio through its spectacular natural harbour. Head ashore beneath the limestone citadel for lunch or a walk through the old town before disembarkation.
YBH note: Bonifacio is an exceptional finish to the charter and also provides a natural departure point for guests continuing south toward the Lavezzi Islands, La Maddalena and Sardinia.
DISCOVER ALONG THE WAY
Best Places & Yacht Experiences in Corsica
Corsica rewards exploration from the sea, with dramatic mountain-backed bays, protected marine reserves, historic ports and some of the clearest water in the Western Mediterranean. From Calvi and the wild Scandola coastline to Ajaccio, Bonifacio and the granite islands of the far south, these are some of our favourite places and experiences to discover during a Corsica yacht charter.
Northwest Corsica
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Calvi
A dramatic historic citadel rises above a beautiful natural bay, creating one of northern Corsica's defining yacht approaches.
Begin a Corsica yacht charter in Calvi beneath its imposing waterfront citadel. Spend the day swimming in the surrounding bay before heading ashore to explore the old town, marina and restaurants beneath the fortified skyline.
Calvi
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Revellata Peninsula
A rugged peninsula immediately west of Calvi offering clear water, rocky coves and a natural first escape from the harbour.
Cruise around the Revellata Peninsula after leaving Calvi and settle into the charter with swimming, snorkelling and lunch aboard. Its rugged coastline provides an immediate introduction to the more natural character of Corsica.
West Corsica
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Scandola Nature Reserve
Dramatic red volcanic cliffs, sea caves and exceptionally clear water create one of Corsica's most extraordinary natural coastlines.
Cruise along the Scandola coastline to experience Corsica at its wildest, where extraordinary rock formations rise directly from deep Mediterranean water. Explore respectfully by yacht and tender while observing all current navigation and protected-area regulations.
West Corsica
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Girolata
A tiny remote village and natural harbour surrounded by mountains and protected coastline, most memorably approached from the sea.
Arrive in Girolata by yacht and experience one of Corsica’s most distinctive coastal settlements. Surrounded by rugged landscape and reached far more naturally from the water than by road, it is an ideal stop between Calvi, Scandola and the Gulf of Porto.
Gulf of Porto
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Calanques de Piana
Sculpted red granite formations and deep blue Mediterranean water create one of western Corsica's most dramatic landscapes.
Cruise beneath the extraordinary red-rock landscape around Piana and experience its scale from the water. Stop in a suitable bay for swimming and lunch aboard while the yacht remains surrounded by one of Corsica’s defining natural environments.
West Corsica
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Gulf of Porto
A magnificent stretch of wild coastline linking Scandola, Girolata and Piana within one of Corsica's most spectacular cruising areas.
Explore the Gulf of Porto slowly by yacht, moving between dramatic cliffs, quiet coves and protected natural landscapes. Rather than treating it as a transit area, allow time for swimming and enjoying the extraordinary scenery from the water.
Gulf of Ajaccio
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Îles Sanguinaires
A chain of rocky islands at the entrance to the Gulf of Ajaccio, particularly memorable in the warm light of sunset.
Approach Ajaccio through the Îles Sanguinaires and stop for swimming or an afternoon at anchor when conditions permit. Their position at the entrance to the gulf makes them a natural transition between Corsica’s wild west coast and its capital.
West Corsica
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Ajaccio
Corsica's capital combines waterfront life, local culture and restaurants with immediate access to the island's rugged western cruising grounds.
Head ashore in Ajaccio for markets, restaurants and a taste of Corsican city life before returning to the yacht. Its large gulf and central position make it a useful cultural stop between the wilderness of northern Corsica and the beaches of the south.
Southwest Corsica
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Gulf of Valinco & Propriano
A broad sheltered gulf of beaches and quiet anchorages centred around the relaxed harbour town of Propriano.
Cruise into the Gulf of Valinco for a quieter stage of a west-coast itinerary. Swim off sandy beaches, explore secluded bays or head ashore in Propriano before continuing toward Corsica’s increasingly dramatic southern coastline.
Southwest Corsica
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Roccapina
Turquoise water, pale sand and sculpted granite hills create one of southern Corsica's most memorable natural anchorages.
Anchor off Roccapina for a day focused entirely on the water. Swim in clear turquoise seas, explore the bay by tender or paddleboard and enjoy lunch aboard beneath Corsica’s distinctive granite landscape.
South Corsica
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Bonifacio
A spectacular fortified town perched above white limestone cliffs and one of the Mediterranean's most dramatic natural harbours.
Approach Bonifacio from the sea beneath towering limestone cliffs before entering its extraordinary natural harbour. Head ashore to explore the historic citadel, dine overlooking the marina and experience one of the defining yacht arrivals in the Western Mediterranean.
South Corsica
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Lavezzi Islands
Granite islands, translucent turquoise water and secluded coves form one of southern Corsica's most beautiful protected marine environments.
Cruise from Bonifacio toward the Lavezzi Islands for swimming and snorkelling among sculpted granite formations and exceptionally clear water. The archipelago is protected, so routes, moorings and shore access should always follow current regulations.
Bouches de Bonifacio
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Île de Cavallo
An exclusive granite island surrounded by extraordinarily clear water between Corsica and Sardinia.
Include the waters around Cavallo during an exploration of southern Corsica for beautiful swimming and a distinctly secluded atmosphere. Access and anchoring should always be planned according to current local and environmental regulations.
Bonifacio
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Sperone & Piantarella
Shallow turquoise water and pale beaches create a Caribbean-like setting immediately east of Bonifacio.
Spend a relaxed morning in the waters around Sperone and Piantarella, where bright turquoise shallows contrast dramatically with Bonifacio’s limestone coastline. The area is particularly attractive for swimming and exploring by tender when conditions permit.
Southeast Corsica
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Santa Giulia & Porto-Vecchio
Turquoise bays and long sandy beaches reveal the softer side of southern Corsica beyond Bonifacio.
Continue east from Bonifacio toward Santa Giulia and Porto-Vecchio for warm shallow water, sandy beaches and a more relaxed final stage of a southern Corsica itinerary. The area also works naturally for yachts beginning or ending a charter on the island’s southeast coast.
Season, Sea Temperature and the Mistral
The prime Corsica yacht charter season runs from May through September, with June and September offering an especially attractive balance of warm weather, comfortable cruising conditions and quieter anchorages. July and August bring the warmest seas and longest summer days, making them ideal for swimming and exploring the island’s remote coastline, although the most popular ports and southern beaches are busier. May can be excellent for nature-focused cruising, while early October may still offer rewarding conditions when the weather is settled. Corsica’s exposed western coastline and the Strait of Bonifacio can experience stronger winds, so itineraries should always remain flexible around local conditions.
✔ May – June: Ideal weather and minimal crowds
✔ July – August: Warm seas and long cruising days
✔ September: Excellent conditions and relaxed ports
Winds matter more than the thermometer in Corsica. The Mistral and the Libeccio can change the best anchorage from one day to the next, and your captain will plan the route around them, usually working the island’s sheltered side and saving the exposed coast for calmer days.
Corsica offers a long charter season with less peak pressure than the Riviera.
June
Excellent
17–26°C
Air
22°C
Sea
11 h
Sunshine
9 kn
Wind
YBH note: One of the best months for a Corsica yacht charter, with long sunny days, increasingly warm seas and excellent conditions for exploring the west coast, protected reserves and southern anchorages before the busiest summer weeks.
Granite, Maquis and Long Lunches at Anchor
A week in Corsica is shaped by the coast itself. Mornings begin with a swim in water clear enough to see the seabed from the deck, afternoons are for the tender and a beach with no road behind it, and evenings often end in a village or citadel where the menu is Corsican rather than international: cured meats, cheese, seafood and wines from the island’s own vineyards. The reserves add a quieter side, with snorkelling and wildlife rather than nightlife.
✔ Cruising along dramatic, undeveloped coastlines
✔ Anchoring in remote bays accessible only by sea
✔ Swimming in some of the clearest waters in France
✔ Exploring UNESCO-protected marine reserves
✔ Combining rugged nature with refined onboard comfort
✔ Enjoying quiet evenings under star-filled skies
Corsica delivers a sense of freedom and scale rarely found elsewhere in the Mediterranean.
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The Yachts Cruising Corsica
The yachts working around Corsica are mostly in the 30- to 45-metre range, which is the size that suits the island: large enough for a crew, a tender and the toys, small enough to reach the bays that bigger yachts avoid. Moka (Sanlorenzo, 42.2m), Okko (Mondomarine, 41.1m), Emocean (Rosetti, 38.2m) and Charade (Benetti, 38.1m) are typical, while Samurai (Alia, 60.3m) takes the same coast at a larger scale.
✔ Luxury motor yachts
✔ Explorer-style yachts for longer routes
✔ Performance sailing yachts
✔ High-end crewed catamarans
All yachts operate with professional crews under MYBA or equivalent international charter standards.
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Where a Corsica Charter Begins
Most Corsica charters begin in Calvi, Ajaccio or Bonifacio, or arrive from the Riviera or Sardinia, and the choice shapes the whole week. Calvi is the easiest start for the north-west coast and Scandola, Ajaccio opens the Gulf of Porto and the south-west, and Bonifacio puts guests directly at the cliffs and the Lavezzi islands. Guests fly into Ajaccio, Bastia, Calvi or Figari, and our brokers coordinate transfers, provisioning and the first night so the yacht is ready on arrival.
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Scandola, Lavezzi and the Rules of the Reserves
Corsica’s best-known anchorages are also its most protected, and a good captain plans around that. Scandola, a UNESCO World Heritage reserve, can be entered by yacht, but mooring is allowed only during the day and not at all in the strict zone; overnight anchoring is forbidden, recreational fishing is banned, and only snorkeling is permitted. The Lavezzi Islands and the Bonifacio Straits are also protected, with their own limits on where yachts can anchor. Rules are being tightened, so your captain checks the current regulations for every stop, and the itinerary adapts rather than the reserve.
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Corsica and Sardinia: One Cruising Ground
Corsica and northern Sardinia work as a single cruising ground, separated by only about eleven kilometers of water at the Strait of Bonifacio. Yachts serving it are based on both sides: roughly four in five operate from Sardinia and cruise to Corsica as a matter of course; others come up from the south of France for the summer, and demand is so strong that more yachts position here every season. Some yachts fly the French flag and can embark guests only in France, but that does not stop them from cruising Italian waters. If the yacht you like is in Bonifacio, the charter starts there, and we arrange transfers and everything else from that port. The starting port follows the yacht, and the route follows the guest. VAT depends on where the charter takes place, so we confirm it for each booking; see our VAT guide. For the Italian side, read about Sardinia, or follow our seven-day itinerary from Corsica to Sardinia.
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Words Left Behind
Some of what guests have written after their time aboard, from the crew who looked after them to the days on the water.
"Great week … Thanks to an amazing crew for helping create wonderful memories for our family. Such a beautiful boat!! Can’t wait till the next time…. "Pierre F.Guest aboard 46m motor yacht, 7-night charter from/to Bonifacio
"We had the best week as a family. We have a baby at home, and it’s always hard to leave him – but spending this time on the boat was just what we needed to unfold, relax and have fun. The crew was so welcoming, kind, and anticipated our every need, making thunder feel like home. Everything was amazing – the places we went, food we ate, water sports we played. We had the best trip!"Suzanne R.Guest aboard 48m motor yacht, 7-night charter from Ajaccio to Olbia
"Best Crew Ever!! This week was the best end to summer ever, Loved every minute. Thank you for one of the best weeks yet! We love the crew and wish you guys well."Paolo F.Guest aboard 25m sailing catamaran, 7-night charter from Calvi to
Planning a Corsican Week: Your Questions Answered
Corsica is large, wild and governed by more rules than most guests expect, which is why a week there raises specific questions: where to board, how far the island’s coasts really are from one another, and what the marine reserves allow.
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