Sunset cruise Ajaccio: Sanguinaires Islands with aperitif

Anchor at the Sanguinaires Islands as the sun drops into the sea

A sunset boat cruise from Ajaccio takes you to the Sanguinaires Islands in a small group, where you dock for a swim and an aperitif of local products and wine as the sun sets over the Gulf. The three-hour evening includes time in the water and the light show the islands are named for. A guide speaks English or French. Children from age 3 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat cruise and aperitif

• Board boat in Gulf of Ajaccio
• Boat ride to Sanguinary Islands
• Enjoy aperitif with local products
• Swim in warm Gulf waters
• Watch sunset over the sea
• Return to departure point

The experience

The boat leaves Ajaccio in the late afternoon and heads into the Gulf toward the Sanguinaires Islands, a cluster of rocky islets whose name comes from the deep reds and oranges the sunset throws across them. You'll anchor there while there's still daylight, and the skipper will offer you a meal tray made from local products along with wine: a chance to settle in before the main event. If you brought a swimsuit, the water is warm enough to slip in and float while the sky still holds color.

As the sun moves toward the horizon, the boat takes to the water again so you can watch it disappear. The light shifts through yellow and orange into red, and the islets catch every shade. There's no narration or schedule pressure. The guide is there if you have questions, but the moment itself is the point. The whole outing runs three hours from start to finish.

The boat is small, which is why the group stays tight and the anchorage feels private. You'll need to be able to step up 60 cm to board and move around the deck. The operator notes that good physical fitness helps, and anyone with spinal or cardiovascular concerns should check before booking. Children from age 3 travel fine, though the step height matters for them too.

What’s included

• Meal tray of local products.
• wine and aperitif.
• guide in English or French.
• small-group boat cruise.
• swimming time at the Sanguinaires Islands.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (11 to 75 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “after the restaurant the meeting and after the service station of the Tino Rossi port at the very end of the pier (be careful when you arrive the boat will not be on site it is a recovery point)”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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

Demanding physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

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Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to watch the sunset from the water with a meal included: the three-hour evening format fits between dinner plans, and you'll swim at the anchorage rather than just observe from the deck.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years). Under 3: they 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 24h before the start.

Can I swim during the sunset cruise to the Sanguinaires Islands?

Yes, swimming is part of the evening. Bring a swimsuit and you can bathe in the Gulf's warm water while the boat is anchored at the islands, before or after the aperitif.

What's included in the meal tray on the boat?

The meal tray is made up of quality local products and wine. The skipper prepares it carefully and serves it while you're anchored at the Sanguinaires Islands.

How long does the sunset cruise last?

The cruise runs three hours total, from departure in Ajaccio through the anchor at the islands, the aperitif and swim, and the return as the sun sets.

Is there a step or ladder to board the boat?

Yes, there's a 60 cm step to board. You'll also need to be able to move around the deck and descend a 70 cm step, so reasonable mobility and physical fitness are needed.