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A 7-day Sardinia and Corsica sailing itinerary from Cannigione

A 7-day Sardinia and Corsica sailing itinerary from Cannigione

A 7-day Sardinia and Corsica sailing itinerary from Cannigione

An illustrative northern Sardinia route with Bonifacio as an optional weather-dependent extension. The strongest plan is not the one that forces Corsica; it is the one that preserves good alternatives within La Maddalena when conditions are unsuitable.

An illustrative northern Sardinia route with Bonifacio as an optional weather-dependent extension. The strongest plan is not the one that forces Corsica; it is the one that preserves good alternatives within La Maddalena when conditions are unsuitable.

An illustrative northern Sardinia route with Bonifacio as an optional weather-dependent extension. The strongest plan is not the one that forces Corsica; it is the one that preserves good alternatives within La Maddalena when conditions are unsuitable.

Rocky Sardinian coastline beside clear Mediterranean water

DURATION

7 days

STARTING BASE

Cannigione, Sardinia

DIFFICULTY

Moderate; the Corsica crossing is conditional on weather

TYPICAL SEASON

Typically May to October

PASSAGE PROFILE

Short archipelago hops plus an optional open crossing to Bonifacio

YACHT TYPE

Cruising catamaran or monohull appropriate for exposed passages

How to use this itinerary


This is an illustrative route, not a fixed promise. The skipper and charter operator must adjust it for the yacht, weather, crew, local rules and safe overnight options.


Day 1 — Cannigione: board and review local limits


Complete the yacht and safety briefing, then confirm park permits, weather and the operator’s advice for La Maddalena and the Strait of Bonifacio.


Day 2 — Caprera or La Maddalena


Start with a short archipelago passage. Choose the overnight location based on protection, permits and current access rules.


Day 3 — Budelli, Razzoli or a nearby approved stop


Explore the northern islands without committing to Corsica too early. Keep the route within permitted areas and follow current anchoring or mooring restrictions.


Day 4 — Bonifacio, only with a suitable forecast


Treat the crossing as optional. If wind or sea state is uncomfortable, spend the day within La Maddalena instead of forcing an international headline stop.


Day 5 — Spargi or La Maddalena


Return toward Sardinia with schedule margin. If Bonifacio was omitted, use this day for a slower archipelago plan rather than adding unnecessary distance.


Day 6 — Porto Cervo area or a protected alternative


Position closer to Cannigione. The glamorous stop is not automatically the best overnight choice, so base the decision on shelter, availability and group interests.


Day 7 — Return to Cannigione


Follow the required return, fuel and check-out procedures. Maintain enough margin for changing conditions in the straits and channels.

Questions to resolve before booking


Use these questions to decide whether the route and yacht suit the people actually travelling.


Is Bonifacio guaranteed on a one-week route?


No. The crossing is weather-dependent and should never be presented as guaranteed. La Maddalena provides worthwhile alternatives if conditions are unsuitable.


Do we need permits?


Protected-area and anchoring rules can change. Confirm current permits, fees and restrictions with the operator before departure.


Catamaran or monohull?


Either can work. Consider passage comfort, berthing, draft, skipper experience, layout and total cost for the specific yacht.


What is the main trade-off?


Including Corsica adds an impressive destination but reduces flexibility and introduces a more exposed crossing.

Use this route as a starting point—not a fixed promise

Use this route as a starting point—not a fixed promise

Use this route as a starting point—not a fixed promise

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