The Isle of Beauty awaits
ADVENTURE
IN CORSICA
Legendary hikes, breathtaking canyons, hidden waterfalls and turquoise coves. Explore every corner of the mountain in the sea.
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Six ways to experience Corsica from every angle: from high-mountain trails to the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean.
Hiking in Corsica
GR20, Mare a Mare, family-friendly trails and sweeping views of the Bavella Needles. Every route for walkers of all levels.
Adventure activities
Canyoning in the Bavella gorges, via ferrata, paragliding over the maquis and off-road quad sessions in the wild.
Waterfalls & natural pools
The turquoise rock pools of Purcaraccia, the Cascade des Anglais in Vizzavona and the glacial lakes of Melo and Capitello.
Boat trips
The Scandola Reserve, the Piana calanques from the water, the cliffs of Bonifacio and the Lavezzi Islands.
Regions & villages
Wild Cap Corse, Balagne and its hilltop villages, Corte in the heart of the mountains and the Gulf of Porto-Piana.
Practical tips
When to go, what gear to bring, family-friendly excursions and choosing between a guided tour or going solo.
Corsica, an island built for adventure
Straddling sea and mountains, Corsica packs into just 180 kilometres a diversity of landscapes that few European destinations can match. From the GR20 ridgelines brushing 2,700 metres to translucent coves reachable only by boat or rugged coastal paths, every day spent on the Isle of Beauty can become a mini expedition.
This guide brings together all of our resources to help you plan your excursions in Corsica. Whether you dream of trekking the legendary inland trails, plunging into the crystal-clear pools of Alta Rocca or cruising past towering cliffs on a boat trip, you will find all the essential information for every itinerary right here.
Thrill seekers will love rappelling into granite canyons and paragliding over the maquis: our adventure activities section covers every discipline, from canyoning to via ferrata. And for those who prefer the charm of dry-stone hamlets and Genoese towers, our Corsican regions guide takes you from Cap Corse to Bavella by way of Balagne and the Gulf of Porto.
First visit or returning to the island? Check out our practical tips to choose the best season, pack the right gear and decide whether to go guided or independent. The adventure starts here.
180 km
of GR20 trail
2,706 m
Monte Cinto (highest peak)
1,000 km
of coastline
5
nature reserves
Every excursion in one place
Our pillar page gathers a complete overview of everything Corsica has to offer active travellers: hiking, canyoning, waterfalls, boat trips, villages and field-tested tips. The perfect starting point before diving into each topic.
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