At our ticket office in front of the Hotel "Le Golfe" (20150, Porto Marine, 20150 Ota)
Eco-friendly boat
Visit of the Scandola nature reserve and the Calanques of Piana
30-minutes stop in Girolata
Breathtaking view of the Capo Rosso
Visit the must-see sites of the southwest of Corsica with our boat trip to Scandola and the Calanques of Piana! From the marina in Porto, we will board our hybrid boat and head for the Capo Rosso. Once we arrive at the most westerly cape of the Island of Beauty, we will be able to admire its magnificent Genoese tower. Afterwards, we will go to the Calanques of Piana which will impress you with their huge red cliffs, a unique landscape that you won't soon forget! Our boat will then head north to reach the Scandola nature reserve. This site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1975, is full of natural treasures: if we are lucky, we may even see wild goats, sea eagles or dolphins! Our last destination will be Girolata. We will make a 30-minute stop to visit this beautiful fishing village. You can also take advantage of this stop to swim. Finally, when everyone is back on the boat, we will head for Porto. We advise you to use these last moments on the boat to admire the magnificent rocky coastline!
Porto
Capo Rosso (variable duration - View from the boat)
Calanques of Piana (variable duration - View from the boat)
Scandola nature reserve (variable duration - Wildlife spotting)
Girolata (30 minutes - Visit the fishing village and swim)
Same as departure
The return is at the same point of the departure
We will meet at our ticket office in front of the Hotel Le Golfe in Porto.
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 mins before the departure time.
You will find paid parking.
Sun protected-area
Restrooms
Number of passengers: 50
Not accessible to wheelchairs users
Not accessible to pregnant women
Not accessible to toddlers and the elderly
Accessible to strollers
Not accessible to electric wheelchairs
Manual wheelchairs
Unfortunately, you cannot bring your own food
Unfortunately, you cannot bring your own drinks
Pet friendly
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen, sunglasses & hat
At the ticket office you can check in to validate your boarding. Afterwards, we will all head to the marina to board our boat.
If no wildlife is spotted during the tour, you won't be entitled to a refund.
This boat tour of the Gulf of Porto and the Scandola Reserve is a huge hit, with over 80% of reviewers giving a five-star rating. Guests consistently praise the "breathtaking landscapes" and unique rock formations. The crew is frequently described as "top," kind, and competent, with special mention for their care of passengers with mobility needs. While some tours lack a swimming stop and commentary isn't always in every language, the comfortable, shaded boat makes for an unforgettable experience.
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Overall, a great experience with a lovely boat trip that took in various locations. The caves and landscapes were beautiful. It's a shame, however, that we thought we'd see more of the Scandola reserve and not just a few rocks from the sea. Furthermore, the commentary was only in French, although Italian was available when booking. It was possible to scan a QR code with descriptions of the places visited, but it was difficult to match it with what the guide was saying. In the end, it was more like a lovely boat trip than a visit to specific locations.
A very pleasant walk in a cheerful atmosphere. The scenery is exceptional.
Wonderful trip, absolutely worth it
Yes, pets are welcome on board.
No, bringing your own food and drinks is not allowed.
The meeting point is at the ticket office in front of the Hotel Le Golfe in Porto. Please plan to arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Yes, the trip includes a 30-minute stop in the village of Girolata, where you will have the opportunity to swim.
Yes, there are restrooms available on the boat.
It is recommended to bring a swimsuit, a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
The boat is not officially wheelchair-accessible. However, manual wheelchairs can be brought on board, and the crew may be able to assist with boarding.
The live commentary on board is in French. However, written information may be available in other languages, and the crew is often happy to help with translations if possible.






The activity Boat Trip to Scandola & the Calanques of Piana from Porto by Via Mare Porto in Porto (Corsica) is available every day, from August 19, 2026 through October 31, 2026. Each day offers 5 start times between 9:30 and 14:30. Sessions last 4.5 hours and are offered as group activities. Prices start from €30.00 for kids and €60.00 for adults.





