This sea kayak trip takes you to the amazing coast of western Corsica. From bay to bay you will pass fantastic coastal landscapes with magnificent beaches. Enjoy the fact that you will always be surrounded by the turquoise blue water of the Mediterranean.
Day 1 Gulf of Ajaccio Meet at 14h 30, at the SNCF train station in Ajaccio.
Then, transfer to the southern point of the Golfe d’Ajaccio.
Discover the basics of navigation around the cliffs of the peninsula Castagna.
Dinner and night on the beach of Portigliolo.
Day 2 Bay of Valinco In the early morning, we depart and return to the bay of Valinco. There, we will discover the first Genoese tower and reach the cliff cathedral of “Capo di Murro”. In the heart of this cathedral we will stop for lunch. After bathing in the sea, we continue to paddle amongst the cliffs and into small sandy bays; we will continue along the coast until we arrive at the famous beach of “Cala D’Orzu”
Day 3 Bay of Cupabia We leave for a beautiful day’s paddling passing cliffs of dark basalt, which make for a dramatic contrast with the bright white sand and the turquoise blue waters. After a break for lunch under the shade of pine trees, we arrive at the bay of Cupabia for the night’s bivouac on one of the wonderful beaches.
Day 4 Porto pollo This morning we return briefly to civilization, by having a stopover in the village of Porto Pollo. From its small charming fishing harbour we get back into our kayaks and start paddling alongside a succession of beaches and bays. We pass the mouth of the river Taravo before arriving in Propriano. It’s in the middle of this magnificent landscape where we arrive at the beach of Portigliolo for bivouac again.
Day 5 Beach of Conca We continue towards our destination of Campomoro, for a visit to the biggest Genoese tower in Corsica. Today, we get the chance to glide through calm waters with our kayaks and bathe in areas where we can marvel at the sea floor which is scattered with small rocks and stones in various colours and forms. We then return to a tranquille bay and to the beach of Conca. It is on this small beach of fine sand in the heart of the maquis, where we can savour the evening.
Day 6 Bay of Tizzano Today we have a peaceful program with some free time to benefit from this paradise. We then leave the oak trees and the tamaris which boarder the lagoon; pass the Cap de Senetosa towards the Golf de Tizzano and discover the magnificent small bays there which underline the beauty of this exceptional site.
Day 7 Return to Ajaccio After enjoying a nice swim, we leave the wild cliffs for the final stretch of kayaking. We take the minibus for the return to Ajaccio in the early afternoon.
Details
Starting point 14h30 at the train station of Ajaccio
End Early afternoon in Ajaccio
Accommodation Bivouacs under canvas for 2 people
Number of people Between 6 and 12 participants
Level of difficulty The itinerary is suitable for beginners. We have double or single kayaks, ultra stable and non-submersible. From 3 to 5 hours of kayaking per day.
Carrying Kayaks and vehicles
Included 6 nights of bivouac, 6 evening meals, 6 breakfasts, 6 picnics, assistance by a state approved guide as well as the necessary equipment for kayaking (water-resistant bags).
Not included Drinks, insurance, transport to the meeting point, personal expenses, any visits to tourist sites.
