From Sagone/Cargèse: Scandola Girolata Calanques Piana Snorkeling
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
For departures from Cargèse, please contact us after booking)
Departure from the small ports of Sagone and Cargèse, only 40 minutes from Ajaccio, without traffic jams and free parking assured.
Embark on a privileged moment aboard our only 12-seater semi-rigid and discover the wild sites of the west coast of Corsica, classified as UNESCO World Heritage!
On the programme:
Visit to the famous Scandola Nature Reserve
30-minute stopover at the small village of Girolata
The beautiful Gulf of Porto
The cliffs of the majestic Calanques de Piana
The Capo Rosso sea caves and natural arch
A swimming break with snorkelling equipment will be offered in the turquoise waters of the Capo Rosso natural pool to explore the spectacular seabed (depending on the weather).
The captain, experienced and passionate, will ensure your comfort and safety while sharing his knowledge and respect for the sites visited.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please ensure you provide accurate contact details so we can contact you if necessary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
All Fees and Taxes
Soda/Pop
What To Expect
Nature Reserve of Scandola
The Scandola Nature Reserve, on the west coast of Corsica, is an exceptional UNESCO World Heritage site, extending over approximately 900 hectares and including both a maritime and terrestrial area. The geology of this reserve is remarkable with spectacular rock formations resulting from a mixture of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. The cliffs, caves and rock formations plunge into crystal clear waters, home to rich biodiversity while the diverse flora includes endemic species adapted to the extreme conditions of the rocky coastline.
Girolata
Girolata is a small picturesque village located between Porto and the Scandola nature reserve, the particularity of which is that it is only accessible by boat or by a hiking trail. Famous for its authentic charm and preserved character, you can observe the recently renovated Genoese fort. A free stopover of 30 minutes will allow you to stroll around the village, refresh yourself in one of the establishments
Options
Scandola 12-seater cruise
Scandola, Girolata, Calanques
Reviews
124 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
Suzete S,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very well organised, the visit matches the site description, very good skipper, the Scandola reserve it’s awesome
Admirable
JeanLouis K,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Superb visit and excursion not to be missed. Nice crew. Great guide thanks to her. Unforgettable moment
No English speaking guide...
Deividas B,
Apr 7, 2023
- Viator
4.00No English speaking guide 🙄 but the tour is very nice 👌boat comfortable and the corsica coast is beautiful
They were not helpful in that I couldn’t get from Port ofPprtofino to them so did not go!! No where did we see how far
s P,
Oct 6, 2022
- Viator
1.00Didn’t get there because didn’t say how far away they were from Portofino and they didn’t help me locate where to go. They weren’t easy to contact either.
Terrible Tour Company
Dorothy S,
Oct 5, 2022
- Viator
1.00Tour would never contact me. I started 8 days prior. I heard from them AFTER they charged my Credit Card. I could not take the tour because our cruise port was 45 minutes from the tour and IMPOSSIBLE to be on time. Asking for a refund. Still no response.
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