Red Island Agriates Catamaran

Overview

This six-and-a-half hour catamaran trip leaves from the marina at L'Île-Rousse and spends the day along the Désert des Agriates coast. You board at 08:30 at the wharf, directly in front of the boat, and sail out to a beach reached from the water. Once anchored, the time is yours: the excursion includes lunch on board plus bathing, and reviewers said they had enough time to snorkel, eat and use the paddleboards without feeling rushed.

The crew gets consistent praise. One recent traveller called them fantastic; another said they were very attentive and noted that the catamaran is well maintained. With a maximum of 18 travellers, the group stays small enough that, in one reviewer's words, nobody is on top of each other.

It suits reasonably fit swimmers and beach lovers who want a relaxed day on the water rather than a packed itinerary. It does not suit wheelchair users, travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers, children under 3, or anyone over 140 kg, per the listing's guidance.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at L'Île-Rousse marinaArrive at the Port de plaisance de L'Île-Rousse, at the wharf directly in front of the catamaran. Start time is 08:30.
2. Sail into the AgriatesThe catamaran cruises out from L'Île-Rousse along the Désert des Agriates coastline toward the day's anchorage.
3. Beach and water timeTime at anchor for bathing, snorkelling and paddleboarding. Reviewers said the pace allowed for all of this without rushing.
4. Lunch on boardLunch is included in the excursion. Drinks beyond what is served with the meal are an extra service on board.
5. Return to portThe boat sails back to L'Île-Rousse, ending at the same meeting point. Total duration is 6.5 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you plan the day, drawn from the listing and from what travellers have said afterwards.

• What lunch covers. Lunch is included, and reviewers found the meal and drinks served with it good. Extra drinks can be bought on board, so budget for them if you want more than what comes with the meal.
• Swim and sun gear. Bathing time is part of the day, and reviewers mentioned snorkelling and paddleboarding among the activities at the beach stop. Pack accordingly for a full day out on the water and in the sun.
• Fitness and mobility. The listing asks for a moderate level of physical fitness and says the boat is not wheelchair accessible. It is a full day on board a sailing vessel, which is worth weighing if you have mobility concerns.
• Small group feel. The trip caps at 18 travellers. Reviewers said the group size felt comfortable and that nobody was crowded.
• Weather dependency. The listing states the experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions you are offered a different date or a full refund.
• Who cannot come. Children under 3 and travellers over 140 kg cannot be accommodated. The listing also advises against the trip for those with back problems, pregnant travellers, and anyone with heart or other serious medical conditions.

Common issues. The main constraint is weather: sea conditions can cancel a sailing, in which case the operator offers a different date or a full refund. A minimum number of travellers is also required, and the same rebooking or refund options apply if it is not met. Extra drinks beyond the included service cost more on board. Accessibility is limited, and several health and age restrictions apply, so read the listing conditions before booking.

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