Bonifacio: Boat trip to La Maddalena & Lavezzi Islands
The full-day crossing runs seven hours from Bonifacio, visiting the La Maddalena islands on the Sardinian side before returning through the Îles Lavezzi. Both archipelagos sit a short sail apart across the strait.
from $247.14 per guest, covering a full day across La Maddalena and the Îles Lavezzi.
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This full-day cruise from Bonifacio spends seven hours crossing the Bouches de Bonifacio International Marine Park, the stretch of sea between southern Corsica and northern Sardinia. Corse Nautic Escape runs the trip, departing from Quai Jérôme Comparetti in Bonifacio's port. The route takes in the cliffs and caves below the old town, then continues out to the Îles Lavezzi and across to the Maddalena archipelago on the Sardinian side.
The day is built around time in and on the water. There are several swim stops, including at Lavezzi where you can snorkel, and the boat carries masks, snorkels and a paddle for passengers to use. The middle of the day is a stop on La Maddalena itself, where lunch is on your own. A morning snack, cold drinks and an end-of-cruise aperitif are provided.
Reviewers repeatedly describe a relaxed pace with generous free time rather than a continuous commentary, and several mention a skipper who explained things in French while translating for English speakers. Hotel pickup is not included, so you make your own way to the port.
A few practical points will help you plan the day, based on what the operator provides and what past passengers report.
Common issues. The tour runs in French, which is the main friction point for English-only travellers, though most reviewers said the skipper translated willingly. Lunch on La Maddalena is not included in the price, so budget for a restaurant meal in Italy. One reviewer found the stop on Maddalena slightly too long and would have preferred more time elsewhere. A late start was mentioned in one review, with the time made up later. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before departure.
The price covers the skipper, a guided visit of the Lavezzi Islands and La Maddalena, swim stops, a morning snack, cold drinks, masks and snorkels, use of a paddle, free parking and an aperitif at the end of the cruise. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
No. You have free time on La Maddalena to eat at your own expense, and reviewers describe it as a chance to have a proper Italian lunch. Drinks and a snack on board are covered by the tour.
The meeting point is Corse Nautic Escape on Quai Jérôme Comparetti in Bonifacio, at the port. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, but parking at the departure point is free.
The cruise lasts seven hours. It includes sightseeing along the Bonifacio cliffs, swim stops and a longer break on La Maddalena for lunch.
The tour is advertised in French. Several reviewers reported that the skipper translated explanations into English or had prepared translated notes, so English speakers have generally been well accommodated, but the base language is French.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If your travel plans are uncertain, keep that deadline in mind when booking.
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