Sardinia & Corsica Kayak Odyssey

Grade

Moderate

Duration

10 days

Type

Lodge-Based

Season

September

Cost

From €4125.00 PP

Region

Europe

Sea Kayak Jewels of the Mediterranean

Explore the stunning coastlines of Sardinia and Corsica on this unique hotel-based itinerary.

Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and although part of Italy, fiercely maintains its own identity. The island’s mountainous interior provides a stunning backdrop to the exquisite coastline and outer islands. Our paddles will be concentrated around two areas; the Gulf of Orosei on the east coast and the Maddalena Islands, a serene place of spectacular beaches.

Although Corsica has been part of France for over 200 years, it has its own distinctive culture, food and traditions. The diversity in scenery is amazing, with beautiful beaches, hilltop villages and historic ports to view from our kayaks. We concentrate our paddles near Bonifacio and in Santa Manza Bay, a remarkable coastline of chalky cliffs and azure waters.

During our Mediterranean journey, we’ll stay in small hotels or farmhouses each evening and enjoy dinner locally, sampling the regional wines and reliving the day’s activities. We complement our paddling exploration with hikes through local vineyards, rugged hinterland, olive groves and colourful fishing villages.

Grade

Moderate

This trip is suitable for active paddlers with some kayak experience

Trip Grading

Dates

2026
21-30 Sep

Cost

2026
From €4125.00 per person

Trip costs are in Euros, per person and based on twin share or double rooms. Enquire for the single room supplement cost.

Includes

All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 10, nine nights twin share accommodation, return ferry between Sardinia and Corsica, transfer to Olbia at the end of the trip, luggage transfers and all kayaking and safety equipment.

Excludes

Tour cost does not include flights, personal travel insurance, alcohol, single supplements and items of a personal nature.

Day 1

Meet in Olbia, Sardinia. After meeting your guides for a trip briefing, the group will transfer to the east coast of the island. En route to our accommodation, we explore Su Gologone natural springs, the final outflow point for Italy’s largest underground river system. Our base for the next three nights is a picturesque agriturismo near the town of Oliena.

Day 2

This morning, the group will transfer to the Bay of Orosei for the first kayak outing. After a safety briefing and equipment familiarisation, we’ll explore the bay’s secluded coves, towering cliﬀs and hidden caves, stopping to enjoy a picnic lunch on one of the stunning beaches.

Day 3

Today we exchange paddles for hiking boots and explore the Supramonte mountain range and Gorropu Gorge, known as Europe’s Grand Canyon (subject to road conditions).

Day 4

We drive to Santa Teresa di Gallura, located on the northern tip of Sardinia for the ferry to Bonifacio in Corsica. On arrival, we’ll transfer to our put in point and enjoy either a paddle under the cliﬀs of Bonifacio (weather dependent) or in beautiful Santa Manza Bay. Our accommodation for three nights is near Bonifacio.

DayS 5-6

We enjoy two days exploring to the north and south of Bonifacio, taking our picnic lunches with us. Our paddling will centre around the cliﬀs of Bonifacio and the beautiful sandy beaches of Santa Manza Bay. We return to our accommodation each afternoon and enjoy sampling Corsican cuisine each night.

Day 7

Depart Corsica on the return ferry to Santa Teresa di Gallura in Sardinia. We drive to the summer resort town of Palau and weather permitting, paddle across to Isola della Maddalena. La Maddalena is the biggest of the 60 islands that make up the archipelago and this is where we base ourselves for three nights.

Days 8-9

We have two days to explore Isola della Maddalena, paddling in a diﬀerent location each day. There are many fine sand beaches and granite outcrops surrounded by patches of turquoise sea “as blue as the mantle of the Madonna”. We return to our accommodation each evening, and enjoy a special farewell dinner on our last night.

Day 10

Our adventure ends today with breakfast and a transfer via ferry and road to Olbia, where your guides will bid a fond farewell.

Please note, the itinerary should be seen as an approximate guide only. The day to day program may change to take advantage of opportunities as they arise and is subject to weather and local conditions. Images by Daniela Tommasi Photography.