Witness the Calanques de Piana — UNESCO-listed orange granite needles plunging vertically into the sea — from a powerful RIB that threads through spires, arches, and hidden coves. One of the most dramatic coastal landscapes on the planet.
What to expect
Departing from Porto's tiny harbour under the shadow of the Genoese tower, the RIB accelerates south along cliffs that shift from burnt orange to deep crimson as the light changes. Your expert skipper navigates into narrow chimneys of rock before opening up to the open sea at Capo Rosso. Swimming stops in translucent water are built into the itinerary, and the return leg bathes the spires in afternoon gold.
Good to know
Porto is approximately 2.5 hrs by road from Bastia — a private car or taxi transfer is recommended for comfort. Half-day tours typically run 3–4 hrs; combine with Scandola for a full-day. Bring reef shoes, sunscreen, and a light windproof jacket for the RIB crossing.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Bastia — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Bastia
- Scandola Nature Reserve & Girolata: Private RIB Speedboat
- Cap Corse Grand Tour: Private Minibus with Local Expert
- Bastia Terra Vecchia & Citadel: Private Guided Walking Experience
- Île Rousse & Patrimonio Wine Country: Private Tasting Journey
- Erbalonga & Coastal Villages: Sunset Catamaran from the Old Port