Bonifacio: Catamaran ride with snorkeling in the Lavezzi Islands
This catamaran runs four hours from Bonifacio out to the Îles Lavezzi, dropping anchor for snorkeling among the granite islets. Masks come with the trip, and the crew picks the calmest coves to swim.
from $62.07 per guest, catamaran sail with snorkel stops included.
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This half-day catamaran trip with Les voiles de Bonifacio runs from Piantarella Beach, in the far south of the island, and spends four hours around the Îles Lavezzi. After roughly 45 minutes of sailing, and depending on the day's conditions, the captain makes two anchorages in a quiet bay or near a beach, where passengers can swim, snorkel with the gear on board, or take a stand-up paddleboard out. A second stop follows, often at Cavallo, before the boat heads back to Piantarella.
The route is not fixed. The captain chooses anchorages based on the day's weather and visitor numbers, and if conditions make the archipelago unreachable, the trip stays close to the coast and shows the cliffs of Bonifacio instead. Sailing itself is part of the experience: the crew introduces passengers to how the boat works and answers questions, and reviewers mention being invited to help hoist the mainsail.
It suits travellers who want a relaxed outing on the water with swimming and snorkeling built in, rather than a packed sightseeing schedule. The group is described in reviews as small, with room to move around and space to sunbathe on deck. Snorkeling gear and paddleboards are included, along with fuel and a skipper-instructor. No food or drinks are provided, but you can bring your own.
A few practical points will help you prepare for this trip, from what the crew provides to how the day's plan is decided.
Common issues. The main complaints are practical rather than about the trip itself. Some travellers wanted clearer departure times, since the exact meeting time is only confirmed by text the evening before, and a few felt the outing did not stick to the full four hours. The route is weather-dependent, so the Lavezzi stops are not guaranteed. There is no food or drink provided and no pickup, so you need to arrange both yourself.
Snorkeling gear, stand-up paddleboards, an initiation to sailing, a skipper-instructor, fuel, swimming stops and a visit to the Îles Lavezzi and Cavallo are all included. The trip lasts four hours and returns to the departure point. Nothing is listed as an extra fee.
No food or drinks are served on board. The listing says you can bring your own drinks and snacks for the trip.
The meeting point is Les Voiles de Bonifacio at Plage de Piantarella, 20169 Bonifacio, in the far south of the island. There is no pickup included, so you make your own way to the beach. The exact meeting time is sent by text message the evening before your trip.
Wheelchair access is listed among the know-before-you-go notes on the booking page. If accessibility is important for your group, contact the operator beforehand to confirm the boarding arrangements at Piantarella Beach.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Check the booking page for the terms that apply after that point, and read them before booking if your plans might shift.
The crew adapts the route to the day's conditions rather than following a fixed plan. If the sea does not allow a safe crossing to the Îles Lavezzi, the catamaran stays close to the coast and shows the cliffs of Bonifacio instead. Anchorages are also chosen based on weather and visitor numbers.
Live dates, times and prices are on the booking page.
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