Sport mix discovery Corsica
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationCorsica / South Corsica
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AgeFrom 18 - 55 years
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CO₂-Emissions74.77 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
English
Spanish
French
In a few words
Are you a fan of outdoor sports? This trip has some great surprises in store for you: hiking, canyoning, adventure courses, sea kayaking… A great way to discover the Isle of Beauty while having fun!
Corsica is a fabulous territory for outdoor sports. During this stay you will discover two exceptional sites! Bonifacio with its impressive limestone cliffs, fine sandy beaches, and crystal-clear turquoise waters, and Bavella, a magnificent mountain setting composed of needle-shaped peaks, a beautiful laricio pine forest, and equally stunning surroundings.
The highlights
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The variety of sea and mountain sports
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Some of the most beautiful practice spots
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Small group of 8 people
Photos
Sport
Level
Summer multi-activity
The expert's opinion
- You engage in some form of sporting activity throughout the year, whether regularly or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or cycle for about 2 hours.
- The sports practiced during this stay are: hiking, sea kayaking, adventure park, via ferrata, canyoning.
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 3h
- Average daily elevation gain: 313 m
Canoeing / Kayaking
- Average duration/day: 2h
Rock climbing
- Average duration/day: 3h
Canyoning
- Average duration/day: 3h
Management
English
Spanish
French
All sporting activities are supervised by state-certified professionals.
Each walking tour is led by a state-certified guide specializing in hiking trips. With their knowledge of the terrain and environment, as well as their expertise in safety and logistics, they will do everything possible to ensure you fully enjoy your stay.
The guide is also the driver of the support vehicle, which carries a maximum of 8 passengers, as well as the logistical and camping equipment.
Damien will be your guide during your stay in Southern Corsica.
Canyoning and catamaran activities will be supervised by state-certified instructors.
There is no supervision for sea kayaking activities.
Program
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Figari - Bonifacio
- Transportation Minibus - 01h - 70km
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Airport pick-up in Figari and transfer to the Bonifacio campsite. Please note: only one free shuttle bus is available to Bonifacio.
To take advantage of this shuttle service, please consult the Access section.
Installation at the Bonifacio fixed camp, 5 minutes from Piantarella Bay.
Day 1 -
Coastal hike and visit to Bonifacio
- Transportation Minibus - 00h40 - 30km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h30
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Coastal hike in the Figari Gulf area, route through the maquis with passages to numerous wild and little-frequented coves.
Discovering the richness of the Corsican maquis, with its many floral species.
Picnic in the Tonnara area, white sand beach, clear turquoise water.
In the afternoon, free time to visit the citadel, the old town and the port of Bonifacio.
Return to camp in the late afternoon. Meal and overnight stay at the Îles campsite.
Day 2 -
Piantarella Bay: sea kayaking and coastal hiking
- Activity Canoeing / Kayaking
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Positive elevation gain 100 m
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Explore Piantarella Bay and Piana Island. Rent a sea kayak for an unguided excursion. Enjoy views of Sardinia. In the afternoon, hike along the coastline on an easy trail in Piantarella Bay, discovering the beautiful beaches of Petit and Grand Spérone, ranked among the top 3 most beautiful beaches in France in 2019. Experience turquoise and crystal-clear water. After the mid-afternoon hike, relax on the beach.
Return to camp in the late afternoon. Meal and overnight stay at the Îles campsite.
Day 3 -
Coastal hiking and boat trip options
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 14km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Positive elevation gain 150 m
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Morning - Coastal hike in the Bonifacio area, with a swimming break. Sublime panoramas from the impressive limestone cliffs of Bonifacio, plunging views over the turquoise and deeper waters of the Mediterranean!
Free afternoon, several possibilities: relaxation at the campsite (pool) or on the beach; sea trips either to the Lavezzi islands (3 hours), or visit to the caves of Bonifacio (1 hour); wingfoil rental, windsurfing in the Piantarella lagoon.
Return to camp in the late afternoon. Meal and overnight stay at the Îles campsite.
Day 4 -
Palombaggia beach and adventure park / Zonza
- Transportation Minibus - 01h45 - 90km
- Activity Rock climbing
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Morning - Transfer to Zonza via the Ospédale road. Stop in Porto Vecchio at one of Corsica's most beautiful beaches, ranked among the top 5 in the world: Palombaggia. Then we stop at Lake Ospédale to enjoy the adventure park. Multiple treetop courses, two via ferratas on beautiful granite rocks (with breathtaking views of the sea and Porto Vecchio), and several zip lines.
Picnic by the lake.
We join the fixed camp in Zonza, in a privileged and natural environment amidst pine trees and on the banks of a river.
Meals and first night at the Rivière de Zonza campsite.
Adventure park: 3 hours of activity.
Day 5 -
The Bavella Needles
- Transportation Minibus - 00h40 - 30km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 700 m
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
A full-day mountain hike in the heart of the Corsican Regional Natural Park. A 20-minute transfer takes you to the starting point of this hike, located in the Bavella Needles area. We set off on the famous GR 20 trail towards the Paleri refuge. A beautiful route winds through Corsican pine forests, a vast valley, and offers spectacular views of the Bavella Needles and the Mediterranean Sea.
Return to camp in the late afternoon. Meal and overnight stay at Camping La Rivière.
Day 6 -
Canyoning in Bavella
- Transportation Minibus - 01h - 40km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
This morning is dedicated to discovering a refreshing and fun activity: canyoning (river swimming, natural water slides, jumps). It allows you to descend a waterway. Your instructor will guide you through an easy introductory route. This river descent takes place in the heart of the Aiguilles de Bavella, offering breathtaking scenery and a spectacular view.
Picnic at Col de Bavella.
The afternoon will be devoted to visiting the village of Zonza, end-of-stay shopping, relaxation, etc.
Return to camp in the late afternoon. Meal and overnight stay at Camping La Rivière.
Day 7 -
Zonza - Figari
- Transportation Minibus - 01h - 80km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early wake-up, breakfast, tidying up camp and cleaning the tents. Then transfer to Figari airport, arrival scheduled for early morning.
Day 8
Note
Each walking tour is led by a state-certified guide specializing in hiking trips. With their knowledge of the terrain and environment, as well as their expertise in safety and logistics, they will do everything possible to ensure you fully enjoy your stay.
The guide also drives the support vehicle, which can carry a maximum of 8 passengers, as well as the supplies and camping equipment. The canyoning activity will be supervised by state-certified instructors.
There is no supervision for sea kayaking activities.
The schedule for this program is provided for informational purposes only.
It may be subject to modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements, or current weather conditions. In such cases, only those in charge of supervision are authorized to make the necessary decision(s).
Accommodation
- Camping des îles 4 étoiles in Bonifacio : https://www.camping-desiles.com/fr.
- Our campsite pitches are free, shaded or with a view of the Cavallo & Lavezzi Islands…
- The layout of the three sanitary blocks has been specifically designed for your comfort, with hot water of course, including at the dishwashing and laundry sinks.
- Camping la rivière in Zonza : https://www.camping-riviere-zonza.com/
- Located 2 km from Zonza and 4 km from Quenza, our campsite offers pitches for tents, motorhomes and caravans, in a relaxing and calm setting in the heart of an exceptional natural forest site with its century-old maritime pines and oaks, on the banks of a river with private access.
- To relax and refresh yourself, you can enjoy the Saint-Antoine river flowing through the campsite, shaded, with clear and limpid waters, bordered by immense ferns.
Access
Feel free to contact us for the various options available for selling in Corsica.
Go to the starting point
The guide will be waiting for you at 2:00 PM at Figari airport.
Upon arrival in Corsica, you will need to take a local bus to the meeting point. Contact us for further information.
Price details
The price includes
- The transfers described in the program
- Accommodation
- Meals
- The framework
The price does not include
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Personal equipment
- Optional insurance
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Tents
- Camping ground mat
- Kitchen kit: gas stove and pots, plates, cups, and cutlery
- Specific equipment for sports activities.
Equipment to bring
- 2 water bottles or plastic bags with a capacity of 2 liters
- Opinel-type knife
- Flashlight or ideally headlamp + spare batteries
- Comfort sleeping bag (10°C rating; in September a 5°C sleeping bag is recommended for the mountains), a sleeping bag liner (and a pillow for those who wish).
- A hiking backpack with a minimum capacity of 25 liters
- Mask and snorkel recommended.
Clothing to bring
- Summer hat or cap or scarf
- Sunglasses
- T-shirt(s), sweatshirt, fleece jacket
- Waterproof rain cape-style jacket (poncho) for summer, Gore-Tex type for September
- Shorts, swimsuit, canvas trousers
- Mid-calf terry socks, sandals or sneakers for the evening
- A toiletry bag, beach towel and hand towel
- Pack warm clothes for the end of summer (reminder: 3 nights in the mountains).
- A pair of shoes with lug soles for all types of terrain (hiking shoes; we do not lend walking shoes for this program) or outdoor or trail type sports shoes with suitable soles for experienced people, a pair of shoes that can get wet for the canyon (old tennis type), a pair of sandals for after sports, a pair of light sandals for walking in rivers and seas.
- We strongly recommend that you minimize your luggage for the week as the 9-seater vehicle carries all the logistics equipment (tents, mats and supplies) and 9 pieces of luggage.
The Pascal team
As a tour operator specializing in sports holidays, our local expert has been bringing together outdoor sports professionals for over 30 years. He offers a wide range of activities year-round: skiing, snowshoeing, or dog sledding in winter; mountain biking, kitesurfing, trekking, or canyoning in summer. A lover of the great outdoors, he has experienced adventures on foot, by bike, or on skis in the Alps, Corsica, and the Pyrenees. He designs all-inclusive week-long sports holidays, combining sport and encounters amidst breathtaking scenery.