Calvi to Scandola: 4-Hour Boat Tour
This four-hour cruise leaves Calvi and heads down the coast toward the Scandola reserve, part of the Gulf of Porto UNESCO World Heritage property. The route turns back to Calvi after taking in the red rock scenery.
from $95.48 per guest, four hours on the water from Calvi.
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This is a four-hour boat excursion from Calvi aboard the Santa Regina, a vessel the operator describes as new, with room for 12 passengers. Boarding happens at Tra Mare e Monti Rentals at the port of Calvi, and from there the route hugs the west coast, passing the citadel of Calvi from the water. About an hour of coastal cruising brings the boat to the Scandola nature reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site with caves along the way.
The skipper acts as guide throughout, and the trip finishes with a Corsican aperitif and soft drinks on board before the return to Calvi. Music plays on board during the outing.
It suits travellers who want a compact, small-boat visit to Scandola from Calvi. Dolphins are seen often enough that many reviewers mention them. Non-French speakers should be aware that one reviewer found the commentary was delivered mainly in French, with some effort made in English.
A few practical points will help you get the most from this trip before you board.
Common issues. The trip can be cancelled if the minimum number of passengers is not reached, so have a backup plan for your day. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and you make your own way to the port in Calvi. One reviewer found the commentary was mostly in French, which can be a limitation if you do not speak it. A few travellers also felt the commentary could be more detailed in general.
The boat trip, a guide, music on board and soft drinks are all included, along with a Corsican aperitif. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to get yourself to the port in Calvi.
The meeting point is Tra Mare e Monti Rentals at Port Plaisance in Calvi. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off for this tour.
The full outing lasts four hours. The listing describes about an hour gliding along the west coast before entering Scandola, then a three-hour trip before the return to Calvi.
Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Bear in mind the operator may also cancel the trip if the minimum number of passengers is not reached.
One reviewer reported the guide speaks primarily in French, since most passengers were French, and that he makes an effort with some English. If you do not speak French, expect to follow the scenery more than the explanations.
Pack warm clothing, sunglasses, a sun hat, swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. Reviewers mention a swim in a cove, so you will want your swimwear and towel accessible.
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