Boat trip to Cala di Cupabia from Ajaccio: Four swimming stops

The boat cuts speed only for swimming. The rest is full throttle between coves.

A half-day boat tour departing from Ajaccio or Porticcio along the south shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio, with four designated swimming stops at named coves and beaches, a drink break at the beachside bar Chez Francis, and a French-speaking guide. The boat runs at speed between stops to cover the route. Snacks are included and private transportation to the departure point is arranged.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat trip exploring Gulf of Ajaccio

• Depart from Ajaccio and Porticcio
• Visit Sette Nave, Isula Piana, and Cacao cove
• Enjoy four swimming breaks in crystal waters
• Ride boats listening to Corsican polyphonies
• Stop at Cala di Cupabia and Cala D’Orzu
• Have a drink at hut "Chez Francis"
• Bask in warm turquoise waters
• Speedboat ride zigzagging the sea
• Last swim at Silver Beach

The experience

What's the fastest way to hit four swimming spots on Corsica's south shore without renting a boat yourself? This half-day tour strings them together: Sette Nave, Isula Piana, Cacao cove, and Silver Beach, each one a stop where you get in the water. The boat leaves from either Ajaccio or Porticcio and covers the route in 4.5 hours total, which means the boat travels at speed between swims rather than creeping along the coastline. A French-speaking guide is on board.

The itinerary builds around the swimming: you get four separate breaks in the water at different coves, each one chosen for the clarity and the beach or rock access. Midway through, the boat pulls in at Cala di Cupabia and Cala D'Orzu, where Chez Francis, a bar right on the water, is the stop for a drink. After that, the boat runs at full speed toward Silver Beach for the final swim. Snacks are included. The boat ride itself is the main event, with the speed between stops meant to give what the operator calls "sensations of freedom."

Private transportation to the departure point is arranged as part of the booking. The tour operates from two starting points (Ajaccio or Porticcio), so you pick the one closer to where you're staying. Public transportation options exist nearby if you prefer to make your own way to the dock.

What’s included

• Private transportation to the departure point.
• snacks during the tour.
• four swimming breaks at named coves and beaches.
• a drink stop at the beachside bar Chez Francis.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

GroupUp to 12

Live guideFrench

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Pontoon in front of the tourist office”

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

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

Operated by JPS Aventure

Is this one for you?The boat runs at speed between stops, so this tour suits travelers who want to cover multiple coves in one morning rather than linger at a single beach. The 4.5-hour duration and the emphasis on motion, not a leisurely drift, means it works best for swimmers comfortable with a faster pace and ready to get in and out of the water at each stop.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

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.

How many times do we actually get in the water on this tour?

Four swimming breaks are built into the route: at Sette Nave, Isula Piana, Cacao cove, and Silver Beach. Each stop is timed for you to swim, and the boat waits at each one.

Does the boat stay in one place or move between the coves?

The boat travels at speed between stops to cover the route in the half-day timeframe. The operator describes the boat running "at full speed" and "zigzagging the sea" between the named swimming spots, so expect motion and acceleration, not a slow drift along the shore.

Is lunch included, or just snacks?

Snacks are included with the tour. Lunch is not part of the package, though the drink stop at Chez Francis gives you the option to order something there.

Do I need to speak French to join this tour?

The guide speaks French. If you do not speak French, you may want to confirm with the operator whether English-language tours are available on other departures.

What should I bring for a half-day boat tour in Corsica?

Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes. The tour includes four swimming stops, so plan to get wet. Water shoes are useful for rocky entries at some coves.