Kayaking in Erbalunga

Kayaking in Erbalunga

Discover the wild coast of Cap Corse by canoe !

Discover the wild coast of Cap Corse by canoe, from the fishing village of Erbalonga, almost cut into the rock, to the beach of Lavasina, famous in Corsica for its pilgrimage every September 8th.

The excursion starts from the beach of Erbalonga, located 15 kilometers from Bastia, a village to visit before leaving by canoe.

Erbalonga is situated in the region of Cap Corse (“the finger”) which coast is characterized by its “Genoese towers” and its clear waters along a very preserved coast you will go along for 1h30 (round trip). Guests will enjoy a break in a small creek where a Corsican « spuntinu », a light local tasting will be provided before heading back to Erbalonga by canoe.

Port of call : Bastia, Saint Florent.

Duration  : 3 hours

Location  : Erbalunga

Themed  : Nature, activity outdoor.

Number of people : 10 – 20

Target audience : Families, single, couples, groups.

Canyoning

Canyoning

Corsica mountains offer an exceptional setting for outdoor activities such as canyoning !

Corsica mountains offer an exceptional setting for outdoor activities such as canyoning. Plunge into crystal-clear explore breathtaking landscapes and streamsand.

This canyon starts from the picturesque village of Sorio in the Tenda mountain range. A fun-filled descent with jumps, slides, zip lines, abseils and sumptuous cave passages

The course can be adapted to suit your level. The descent is supervised by state-qualified local guides. Enjoy an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Corsican mountains.

Port of call : Bastia, Saint Florent.

Duration  : Full day

Location  : Sorio (45 minutes from Bastia)

Themed  : Nature, activity outdoor.

Number of people : 10 – 20

Target audience : Children over 10, families, single, couples, groups

4×4 ride Cap Corse

4×4 ride Cap Corse

Comfortably seated in a chauffeur-driven off-road vehicle !

Comfortably seated in a chauffeur-driven off-road vehicle, experience unforgettable sensations as you discover the wonders of Corsica in a whole new way visiting the Cap Corse peninsula

Port of call : Bastia, Saint Florent.

Duration  : Half day or full day

Location  : Cap Corse, Bastia hinterland

Themed  : Nature, activity outdoor.

Number of people : 10 – 20

Target audience : Families, Single, couples, groups.

Hiking and heritage discovery

Hiking and heritage discovery

Discover a unique combination of sport and heritage !

Discover a unique combination of sport and heritage on the rehabilitated “Chajssu di a memoria“ (Memory path) trail in Ville di Pietrabugno, in the hinterland of Bastia, overlooking the sea and the Tuscan archipelago.

Explore the fauna, flora and historic “E Nivere”: Built by Genoese architects, E Nivere contained two layers of snow in five-meter-deep pits. Snow and ice were stored there before the invention of the refrigerator… Ice was brought down from Nivera to the town along mule tracks to supply hospitals, notables and the first cafés of the day.

Immerse yourself in an immersive activity through the picturesque landscapes and hidden treasures of the region. This hike promises unforgettable moments full of discovery and emotion.

Port of call : Bastia

Duration  : Half day

Location  : Bastia hinterland

Themed  : Nature, activity outdoor, Culture & heritage.

Number of people : 10 – 20

Target audience : Families, Single, couples, groups. Good physical condition requested.

Corsican flavors in Patrimonio

Corsican flavors in Patrimonio

Less than half an hour’s journey from Bastia is enough to reach the small village of Patrimonio, reknown for the quality of its wines.

This is where the Savonnerie du Nebbiu was set up, an organic artisanal soap factory, which uses Corsican plants (immortelle, myrtle, etc.) but also Patriminio grapes to create high quality organic products, cold saponified.

Then head to Pierre Carli, the neighboring beekeeper who, depending on the season, moves his hives into the Corsican maquis to offer a whole range of honeys, from the sweetest to the most full-bodied.

After visiting the workshop, a tasting is offered to discover the range of tastes and flavors of the honey produced.

Finally, you cannot leave the village of Patrimonio without tasting its wine in one of its 46 cellars: its clay-limestone soil provides wines served on the finest tables. It should be noted that within the AOP Patrimonio, the vast majority of estates are in organic production or in a transition phase.

Port of call : Bastia,Saint Florent.

Duration  : Half day

Location  : Patrimonio

Themed  : Local wine and food, Culture & heritage.

Number of people : 10 – 20

Target audience : Single, couples, groups.

Tastings at Mattei Concept Store

Tasting at Mattei Concept Store

Built in 1872 in the heart of Bastia on Place Saint Nicolas !

Built in 1872 in the heart of Bastia on Place Saint Nicolas, Mattei Concept Store is the only store in Corsica to be listed as a historic monument and the oldest boutique in town.

In this cosy setting, where everything has been faithfully preserved, you will enter a piece of local history where different local tastings are available: beers, wines, liquors, whiskies, gins…

4 types of tasting are available:

  1. Discover the distillery’s products: the most famous ones being the “Cap Corse” red or white, a local vermouth and the “Cedratine” and “Myrte”, a liquor made with local citrus and berry. They have now also developed a range of gins made with local herbs and plants.  You will also get a Mattei goodie as a souvenir.
  2. Let a sommelier guide yourself into the Corsican wines paired with Corsican charcuterie and salty treats,
  3. Corsica offers a range of different Corsican beers, including the famous chestnut beer from the Pietra brewery, which will be paired with typical Corsican cheeses.
  4. For the amateurs, Corsican P&M whiskies and original pairings with chocolates from the Atelier de la Noisette will be a must-do in Bastia !

Port of call : Bastia

Duration  : 2 hours (can be less to be combined with a walking tour)

Location  : Bastia city centre.

Themed  : Local wine and food

Number of people : From 8 to 15 people

Target audience : Adults only.