Yacht charter itineraries Sardinia & Corsica
Example 1 Week Bareboat or Skippered Sailing yacht or Catamaran charter from Portisco Marina (could also be used for a fully crewed luxury Motor Yacht charter):
Option 1:
Saturday: Portisco
Portisco is a modern marina on the Costa Smerelda, located only 15 minute taxi ride from Olbia Airport. It offers a wide range of services, including water, electricity,supermarket, restaurants, hotel, etc and a fuel station. Once at the Marina, the staff will help you in everything you need to board your yacht.
Sunday: Portisco - Cannigione (17,00 NM)
Cannigione is a small and peaceful touristic port located on the north-western coast of Sardinia, near Olbia and the Emerald Coast. Like the Emerald Coast, it is close to the beautiful beaches and is surrounded by large mountains.
There are shops and restaurants along the sea promenade and on the main street. There are also beautiful sand beaches in the town.
Monday: Cannigione - Palau (7 NM)
Palau is located in Gallura, around the Emerald Coast. It is definitely one of the most spectacular coastal cities on the island of Sardinia, and it is also an important destination for ferries coming from Corsica and from La Maddalena archipelago. The development of its modern port is linked to the Sardinian coast, which is constantly expanding. It offers a great variety of gulfs, stunning bays, virgin beaches, and small rocky islands emerging from a crystalline sea full of life all of this represents the authentic Sardinia. The coasts of Palau are artistically sculpted by the wind, generating a great variety of shapes and rocks, also with different forms. The most famous shaped rock in Palau is La Roccia dell’Orso.
Tuesday: Palau - Budelli/Santa Maria/Razzoli (7 NM)
Now we’ll sail towards Budelli, an island belonging to La Maddalena archipelago which is located on the northern end of Sardinia, in the Strait of Bonifacio. Together with the other islands, it forms La Maddalena Archipelago National Park. Budelli, which is completely uninhabited, is internationally famous for its pink sand beach, which is located in the southeast of the island and takes its colour from crushed coral fragments. If you wish, we can go toSanta Maria, a nearby island where we will find a beautiful beach, or to Rizzoli, another uninhabited island. All three islands have the charming natural and virgin environment that can be enjoyed in this archipelago.
Wednesday: Budelli/Santa Maria/Razzoli - Bonifacio (13 NM)
Bonifacio is located on the southern end of Corsica. In the south, the Strait of Bonifacio separates Corsica from the Italian island of Sardinia. It has a calcareous ground, which is exceptional in Corsica, where it is usually granitic.
The port of Bonifacio is a treasure to witness, and is heritage of the city. The harbour is a dynamic and friendly area, where fun and entertainment are awaiting you.
Thursday: Bonifacio - Porto Pollo (19,00 NM)
Porto Pollo is a city internationally famous for its sport tourism, especially windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing, diving, canoeing, and mountain biking. The beauty of this place is characterised by white sand dunes alternating with short sections of granite cliffs.Friday: Porto Pollo - Portisco (20,50 NM)
Saturday: Disembark Portisco
Option 2:
Saturday: Portisco
Portisco is a modern marina on the Costa Smerelda, located only 15 minute taxi ride from Olbia Airport. It offers a wide range of services, including water, electricity,supermarket, restaurants, hotel, etc and a fuel station. Once at the Marina, the staff will help you in everything you need to board your yacht.
Sunday: Portisco - Tavolara Island (15 NM)
Tavolara is a small island located on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. It is six kilometres long and barely one kilometre wide. It is a limestone massif ( the largest monolith in europe ) whose highest point is the 565-metre Monte Cannone, and which has steep cliffs around it, contrasting with the wonderful white sand beaches on its ends.
Formerly, Tavolara was the smallest kingdom in the world. This small island gained independence thanks to a clever shepherd. The island has some real graves, a photograph of the former royal family, which is displayed today in the Buckingham Palace Museum, and a king, who only reigns over one of the restaurants of the island. These are the only memories remaining from the 19th and 20th centuries, in which it was a small and independent kingdom that never formally joined Italy.
Monday: Tavolara - Caprera Island (22 NM)
Caprera is a very pleasant, small island located in the La Maddalena archipelago. It has been declared a natural reserve due to the variety of species living there.
This island is known for its pink granite rocks which beautify its shores. Visitors are attracted by its peace and beauty. Caprera remains uninhabited, and there are restrictions on construction in order to preserve the natural environment. It is possible to enjoy a wonderful view of this beautiful island from Passo della Moneta.
Tuesday: Caprera Island - Bonifacio, Corsica (22 NM)
Bonifacio is located on the southern end of Corsica. In the south, the Strait of Bonifacio separates Corsica from the Italian island of Sardinia. It has a calcareous ground, which is exceptional in Corsica, where it is usually granitic.
The port of Bonifacio is a treasure to witness, and is heritage of the city. The harbour is a dynamic and friendly area, where fun and entertainment are awaiting you.
Wednesday: Bonifacio - Budelli (13 NM)
Budelli, an island belonging to La Maddalena archipelago which is located on the northern end of Sardinia, in the Strait of Bonifacio. Together with the other islands, it forms La Maddalena Archipelago National Park. Budelli, which is completely uninhabited, is internationally famous for its pink sand beach, which is located in the southeast of the island and takes its colour from crushed coral fragments. If you wish, you can go to Santa Maria, a nearby island where we will find a beautiful beach, or to Rizzoli, another island. All islands have the charming natural and virgin environment that can be enjoyed in this archipelago.
Thursday: Budelli - Spargi or Maddelena (3 NM)
Spargi Island, with a surface area of 4.2 km², is the third largest island in La Maddalena archipelago. Its coast is 11 km long and its highest peak reaches 153 metres above sea level. Formed by natural granite, it is rich in water and vegetation and is also the home of numerous bird species.
La Maddalena is a town in the province of Olbia-Tempio, located on the Italian island with the same name, in the north of Sardinia. The island is full of magnificent beaches, rocky lands, and old fortifications. Cala Francese and Bassa Trinita are two very popular beaches.
In 1856 the island was bought by Giuseppe Garibaldi, who lived there until his death in 1882, one hundred years after being declared a nature reserve and included in the park surrounding La Maddalena.
Friday: La Maddalena - Portisco (16 NM)
Saturday: Disembark Portisco
Typical 14 Day Crewed Yacht Cruising Itinerary:
Corsica and Northern Sardinia
Day 1
Fly into Bastia in North East Corsica and join the boat in the port next to the old quarter of Bastia, which is surrounded by delightful restaurants and cafes along the pretty waterfront.
Day 2
After a delicious breakfast prepared by your chef, enjoy an exciting zip over to Macinnagio, a small fishing village amongst rolling hills that looks much as it did 50 years ago. Stop on the way for a refreshing swim and sunbathe on the well-cushioned flybridge.
Day 3
Head around to the western side of Cap Corse stopping at one of the many beautiful anchorages for a light Mediterranean lunch, and perhaps a little water skiing. Then a sunset cruise to the town of St. Florent which dates from the 16th century, now a thriving and picturesque place that fairly sizzles in the summer though in a laid back way.
Day 4
Next stop is Calvi, a fun loving seaside town and once a Roman trading post. A vast citadel rises up from the sea overlooking the seafront bars and restaurants, while at the edge of town a long sandy beach stretches for miles.
Day 5
From Calvi gently cruise further south to the Bay of Girolata which you can explore in the high speed jet boat or snorkel in the sparkling clear waters. Pass the night in the village of Girolata at the head of the bay. Langouste lovers may want to try the Restaurant Le Bel’Ombre, which is famous for its locally caught seafood.
Day 6
Visit the Gulf of Porto for water sports action or take a trip into the charming old village of Porto itself. In the late afternoon explore the stunning coastline around the Cap Rossu to Ajaccio, the bustling capital of Corsica and the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Day 7
Head for Propriano perhaps anchoring off the golden stretch of beach at Porto Pollo en route to paddle in the delicious waters or relax on the sand before a tempting lunch. Thunder back to port as the sun sets on another perfect day.
Day 8
Spend the early part of the day anchored at Campo Moro, a large deep bay sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds, perfect for relaxing or enjoying some water sports, maybe try an exhilarating ride in the Donut! Onward to Bonifacio where wind eroded limestone cliffs create the western Mediterranean’s most dramatic and memorable natural harbours. Bonifaico is famous for it’s fish soup and the views from the citadel atop the cliffs.
Day 9
Speed around the southern tip of the island to Porto Vecchio on the east coast. This is a picturesque and prosperous old town surrounded by beautiful bays suitable for anchorage where you can spend a tranquille afternoon.
Day 10
Time to head South again, this time to the Italian island of Sardinia, stopping to anchor off the gorgeous island of Maddelena for lunch, then onto Porto Cervo. Cervo was originally built by the Agha Khan, as a playground for Europe’s glitterati; it’s a shopping paradise, with all the big names a stones throw away from each other. Every evening the people throng the pretty streets and restaurants to see and be seen!
Day 11
Just around the corner from Cervo is a fantastic anchorage in the bay of the famous Hotel Cala di Volpi, where the water is clear blue and the beaches whiter than white. Why not mix with the jet set and take lunch in the hotel itself before going in to Porto Rotondo, which has a very attractive marina and friendly atmosphere.
Day 12
Cruise round to the island of Tavalara, which is a high granite island that overlooks the east coast. After a day in the sun and sea, thunder back at an exhilarating pace to Porto Rotondo.
Day 13
Zip over to the island of Caprera to anchor in Tahiti Bay with its beautiful tiny beach, clear deep water and high cliffs, or venture further on to the island of Budelli to experience the most wonderful shallow swimming, before returning to Cervo.
Day 14
Enjoy a last stroll around the town, or some last minute designer shopping before flying out of Olbia, which is 30 minutes by taxi from Porto Cervo.
Itineraries are only guidelines and are subject to change, as we are dependant on favourable winds and seas. However we know the area very well and will have a contingency plan! We will always do the best we can to ensure our guests get the most out of their cruising.
To plan your own yacht charter route in Sardinia, try our Navionics charts.