Explore Corsica with our photo tour of the area. Our selection of photos of famous landmarks, architecture, beaches to get a real flavour of the people and their culture to help you choose your next yachting vacation location.
Expanding out like a 40km long finger pointing towards mainland France, the Cap Corse peninsula is famous for its spiny landscape, beguiling coastal villages and small clusters of buildings that are dotted precariously amongst the hills. This idyllic stretch of coastline is peppered with jagged coves and cliffs and offers mesmerising views from the decks of your charter yacht as you cruise along.
Buildings of Bonifacio Perched on the Corsican Cliffs
Sitting atop the caramel coloured limestone rock shelves at the southern tip of Corsica is the charming medieval town of Bonifacio. The busy port is lined with charming bars, restaurants and cafes, leading into the labyrinth of winding streets of the Old Town. Nearby are a number of pristine, white sand Corsican beach each backed by majestic mountains.
Despite its place amongst the top Mediterranean charter destinations, encompassing glamorous Italian influences and a strong French flair, the island of Corsica remains largely unspoilt. The southern coastline in particular is home to a myriad of beautifully undeveloped beaches including Fautea Beach, just north of Porto Vecchio. It is the perfect place to take walk along the sands, taking in the wild scenery as you go.
Immerse yourself in Corsica’s history with a stroll through the streets of Calvi. Lined with tall, beautiful buildings in a range of faded hues, the streets culminate at the centre to a magnificent citadel surrounded by battle-scarred walls.
The beauty of a crewed yacht vacation is that you can truly have it all, from hiking through forests and up mountains in the morning to dinner in a fine dining restaurant overlooking the coast. The diversity of Corsica’s landscapes offer an array of exciting options to keep even the most discerning of travellers occupied throughout.
Corsica’s mix of French and Italian influences means that dining on the island is a unique and delicious culinary experience. Talk a stroll around the local markets and delicatessens in Bonifacio and indulge in some locally made wines from the surrounding vineyards paired with French cheeses and cured meats.
The UNESCO Scandola Nature Reserve is one of three main areas in the Gulf of Porto, the others being the Calanche of Piana and the Gulf of Girolata. On land, the Calanche coastline of rocky inlets is famous for its contrasts: Mediterranean maquis, chestnut forests, and coloured cliffs that drop into the clear, calm waters providing perfect swimming, snorkelling, diving and sailing conditions.
The mountainous ranges of Corsica make the island a hikers paradise. Wherever you anchor you ill not be too far from a nature trail that will lead you to breathtaking vistas where you will be able to view the landscape fo the region and, on especially clear days, see Sardinia from peak vantage points.
Although Corsica is a wonderful destination for guests looking to enjoy their time on board their luxury charter yachts, it is not as busy as, say, the French Riviera or the Amalfi Coast. The positive in this is that finding an anchorage could not be easier! Each coastal settlement you visit will also home a marina that can typically berth motor yachts of up to 60m.
To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Corsica.
To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Corsica.