Agriates Desert Catamaran Tour: Swim Ghignu & L'acciolu

Turquoise water and white sand beaches reachable only by boat.

A catamaran tour of Corsica's Agriates Desert departs at 8:30 am for a day of sailing, swimming and lunch on two remote beaches (Ghignu and L'acciolu) that sit beyond road access. The boat carries a maximum of 18 passengers, with a live guide in English or French. Lunch, an aperitif, morning refreshments and snorkel gear are included. The return time depends on sailing conditions but typically lands around 3 pm.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran excursion to Agriates Desert

• Check out at 8:30 am
• Board catamaran and sail
• Relax on catamaran deck
• Swim at Ghignu beach
• Swim at L'acciolu beach
• Enjoy aperitif and appetizers
• Have main course lunch
• Return sailing to starting point

The experience

The Agriates Desert stretches along Corsica's north coast as a protected strip of sand and scrub where no road reaches the water. This catamaran skips the overland route entirely and sails straight to Ghignu and L'acciolu, two beaches that exist in near-total isolation. You board at 8:30 am and spend the morning and early afternoon moving between these two stops, with time to swim in the turquoise shallows and rest on deck while the boat adjusts to the wind and swell. Paddles and snorkel masks are available to share at no extra cost.

Lunch arrives as a two-choice main course with wine or water and coffee. The morning brings coffee, tea and Corsican cakes, followed by an aperitif of white or rosé wine, a planter punch, or a soft drink with appetizers. The catamaran itself has different relaxation areas on deck, so you can move between sun and shade as the day wears on. The schedule is built around sailing conditions rather than a fixed clock: the operator prioritizes good wind and water over a rigid timetable, which means the return can shift depending on what the sea offers.

Small group size (18 passengers maximum) keeps the beaches from feeling crowded, and the guide speaks English or French throughout the day. Children from age 3 are welcome aboard. The program can shift if weather demands it, so flexibility on the exact itinerary is part of the booking.

What’s included

• Morning refreshments (coffee, tea, still water and Corsican cakes).
• aperitif with choice of white or rosé wine, planter punch or soft drink plus appetizers.
• lunch with two main course options and wine or still water and coffee.
• snorkel masks and paddles to share.
• bathing time at both Ghignu and L'acciolu beaches.
• a live guide in English or French.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jul 2027

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (3 to 14 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by CORSICA NAVIGATION - Promenade en Catamaran

Is this one for you?The catamaran format means you swim and relax on deck rather than hike or walk. The small group (18 max) and remote beaches suit anyone seeking solitude and turquoise water without crowds, though the return time shifts with the wind and sea state, so a fixed schedule matters less than flexibility.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 14 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are Ghignu and L'acciolu like as swimming beaches?

Both Ghignu and L'acciolu are remote, sandy beaches in the Agriates Desert with turquoise shallow water. They are reachable only by boat and sit in a protected, largely undeveloped stretch of Corsica's north coast.

How long is the catamaran tour and when does it return?

The tour departs at 8:30 am and returns around 3 pm, though the exact return time depends on sailing conditions. The operator prioritizes good wind and water over a fixed schedule.

What's included in the lunch and drinks?

Lunch includes a choice of two main dishes with wine or still water and coffee. The morning brings coffee, tea, Corsican cakes, and an aperitif of white or rosé wine, planter punch, or soft drink with appetizers.

Can I snorkel at these beaches?

Yes. Snorkel masks and paddles are available to share for free on the catamaran at both Ghignu and L'acciolu.

How many people travel on the boat?

The catamaran carries a maximum of 18 passengers, keeping the group small and the beaches less crowded.