Catamaran Charter in Corsica Departing from Ajaccio

Why charter a catamaran from Ajaccio?

Sailoé charters catamarans from Port Tino Rossi in Ajaccio, bareboat, skippered or fully crewed. From Ajaccio you pick your coast: north to the Sanguinaires Islands, the Calanche of Piana, Girolata and the Scandola Nature Reserve; south to the Gulf of Valinco, Campomoro, Roccapina and Bonifacio.

Port Tino Rossi is Ajaccio’s marina, at the foot of the citadel and run by the Corsica Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Figaro Nautisme, 2024). Sailoé has two bases in Corsica, Ajaccio and Bonifacio, each with its own base manager. Ajaccio opens up the west coast, while our Bonifacio base gives access to the Lavezzi Islands, the Strait of Bonifacio and Sardinia.

Which wind should you watch when sailing from Ajaccio?

On Corsica’s west coast, one wind to watch is the libeccio, a south-westerly that can make the sea rough quickly (Météo-Consult, June 2026). A flexible plan, north or south depending on the forecast, is therefore the better choice. Season dates and available slots are provided with the quote.

Which anchorages and stopovers can you reach by catamaran from Ajaccio?

From Ajaccio, a week on a catamaran takes you either up the north-west coast and its protected sites (Sanguinaires, Calanche of Piana, Girolata, Scandola) or south to the Gulf of Valinco and on to Bonifacio. To plan a route, browse our Corsica itineraries.

What is there to see north of Ajaccio, from the Sanguinaires to Scandola?

North of Ajaccio, the coast runs from the Sanguinaires Islands through the Gulf of Sagone to the Calanche of Piana, Girolata and the Scandola Nature Reserve. The Sanguinaires Islands and Parata Point have been a Grand Site of France since 2017, a label renewed by decision of 16 February 2024 (French Ministry of Ecological Transition). The Gulf of Lava, Capo di Feno and Cargèse also lie along the route. The Calanche of Piana, the Gulf of Girolata and the Scandola Reserve together form the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Gulf of Porto”, inscribed in 1983 (UNESCO).

What anchoring rules apply at Scandola and Girolata?

In the Scandola Nature Reserve, anchoring is prohibited at night across the whole reserve, and prohibited day and night in the strict reserve, from the island of Gargalu to Punta Palazzu (Parc naturel régional de Corse). Elsewhere it is allowed from sunrise to sunset. Recreational fishing, scuba diving and spearfishing are prohibited. The reserve was created by decree on 9 December 1975.

At Girolata, anchoring is organised on buoys, with bow and stern mooring. It is managed by the commune of Osani, which advises booking a few days ahead in high season.

What is there to see south of Ajaccio, from Valinco to Bonifacio?

To the south, the Gulf of Valinco, Campomoro and Roccapina open the way to Bonifacio and the Lavezzi Islands. These stopovers feature in our cabin cruise, along with Cala d’Orzu in the Gulf of Valinco. The Lavezzi Islands belong to the Bouches de Bonifacio Nature Reserve, created by decree of 23 September 1999; the anchoring rules are set out on the page for our Bonifacio base.

Which charter option should you choose in Ajaccio?

Three options are offered from Ajaccio: bareboat charter for self-sufficient sailors, a skippered charter with a professional skipper, and a fully crewed cruise. The table below sets out who is at the helm and which profile each option suits.

If you would rather not book a whole boat, the cabin cruise from Ajaccio lasts 8 days, towards Bonifacio, the Lavezzi Islands and the La Maddalena archipelago. You can also browse all our charter destinations.

What experience do you need to charter a bareboat catamaran in Ajaccio?

There is no single required level: the team reviews your sailing CV (passages completed, boats skippered, catamaran experience) before confirming a bareboat charter. If your profile does not suit the option requested, a skipper can be proposed for all or part of the stay. This assessment comes before booking.

Which catamarans can you charter in Ajaccio, and what sets the fleet apart?

The Ajaccio base has 10 Lagoon and Excess catamarans: six already in the fleet, taking 7 to 10 passengers, and four new boats arriving in 2027, including two Lagoon 51s able to carry up to 14 passengers (reference-model values). Sailoé is the exclusive Lagoon dealer for Brittany and Corsica.

Excess is a catamaran brand launched in 2019 within the Beneteau Group, alongside Lagoon (Multihulls World). The Excess 14 Estel carries radar, AIS, a 3,000 W inverter and a washing machine. The Lagoon 46 Jemale, in owner’s version, offers 3 cabins for 7 passengers. The two Lagoon 51s due in 2027 will have, according to the reference model, air conditioning and a generator. All six boats already in the fleet are listed with a watermaker and solar panels on their datasheets.

The figure after the “+” refers to extra berths. The 2027 values are those of a reference model and will be confirmed on delivery. The base also has a monohull, a 2022 Dufour 360 with 3 cabins. If you are thinking of buying, see our new Lagoon catamarans.

Frequently asked questions about catamaran charter in Ajaccio

Where do Sailoé catamarans depart from in Ajaccio?

Sailoé catamarans depart from Port Tino Rossi, Ajaccio’s marina, at the foot of the citadel. Boarding details are confirmed when you book.

Can you charter a catamaran with a skipper in Ajaccio?

Yes. Three options exist from Ajaccio: bareboat, with a professional skipper, or fully crewed, meaning a skipper plus a host or hostess on board. State your preference in your quote request and you will receive a proposal suited to your group.

Can you anchor overnight in the Scandola Nature Reserve?

No. Anchoring is prohibited at night across the whole Scandola reserve, and prohibited day and night in the strict reserve (Parc naturel régional de Corse). The alternative is Girolata, where anchoring is organised on buoys by the commune of Osani; booking a few days ahead is advised in high season.

What is the difference between the Ajaccio and Bonifacio bases?

Sailoé has two bases in Corsica, each with its own team. Ajaccio is the departure point for the west coast, north or south. Bonifacio is the base for the Lavezzi Islands, the Strait of Bonifacio and Sardinia. The right choice depends on which coast you want to sail.

How do you get to Ajaccio to board?

Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is about 5 km from the town centre. Ferries link Ajaccio with Marseille and Toulon, the latter all year round, and with Nice in season (Corsica Tourism Agency, 2026).

How do you get a price to charter a catamaran in Ajaccio?

Send a quote request with your dates, number of guests, preferred option and, for a bareboat charter, your sailing CV. Prices are not shown on this page: they are set according to your project. Our team replies within 24 h.