• Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
  • Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana
Western Corsica

Between sea and maquis: hiking in the Calanques of Piana

Réf : HTZTWB

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Corsica / Western Corsica
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    60.05 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Nicknamed the Island of Beauty , Corsica reveals its full splendor along the Gulf of Porto , between turquoise sea and sculpted landscapes. This trip takes you to the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site, between the Calanques of Piana and the Scandola Nature Reserve , where the vibrant rock contrasts with the intense blue of the Mediterranean. On trails fragrant with maquis shrubland, each hike is an immersion in a mineral world of unusual shapes , seemingly frozen by the wind. You will walk alongside the remains of Genoese towers , silent guardians of a turbulent island past, and discover hilltop villages with vibrant traditions. The unforgettable hamlet of Girolata , accessible only on foot or by sea, will be one of the highlights of the trip. And because Corsica is also discovered through its cuisine, you will have the opportunity to savor its local specialties with their powerful and authentic flavors. An adventure combining raw nature, culture and the good life.

The highlights

  • Hiking between sea and mountains in the Corsican maquis
  • The boat tour of the Scandola reserve
  • The beauty of the viewpoints overlooking the sea and the Gulf of Porto
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 3h30
  • Average daily elevation gain: 370 m
  • Average daily descent: 379 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 6 to 16 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

State-certified mountain guide.



Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
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    Day 1

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Positive elevation gain 520 m
    • Negative elevation 520 m
    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival in Ajaccio around 7:00 AM for those arriving by ferry. For those arriving the day before or by plane, we will also arrange transportation. Transfer from Ajaccio to our hiking starting point. We will begin the hike towards Capu Rossu and the Genoese tower of Thurgiu, where we will stop for lunch. From this location, we will have superb views of the Gulf of Porto and the Calanques of Piana. (Hiking time: 4 hours round trip, elevation gain/loss: 520m) Upon our return from the hike, we will go to our hotel in Piana. Check-in and dinner at a restaurant in Piana.


    Day 1

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 5

Hotel les Calanques in Piana, with whom we have been working since 2007. Breakfast taken at the hotel.

Access

Departure
Ajaccio, France
Day 1 : 07h00
End of stay
Ajaccio, France
Day 6 - 17h00

Arrival in Ajaccio around 7 a.m. for those arriving by ferry. For those wishing to arrive the day before or by plane, we will also take care of you.

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAjaccio
Access by boat
Take the boat toAjaccio
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Full board accommodation
  2. Guided hikes led by a state-certified guide
  3. The boat tour of the Scandola reserve
  4. Local minibus transfers

The price does not include

  1. Lunch and dinner on day 6
  2. Air or boat transport to Corsica (please contact us)
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. Tips
  5. Cancellation/theft and baggage loss insurance/assistance and repatriation

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