€ 1450/person (1600)
Length between 6km and 18km
Difference in altitude from 300m to 500m
The itinerary includes Northern Corsica and Elba/Capraia, necessary to break up the navigation
Port of embarkation (5.30 pm) / Disembarkation (9.00 am) Tuscany, Portoferraio/Piombino (Li)
On Sunday we will leave Elba for Corsica, weather permitting, otherwise we will stop in Capraia or go on an excursion to Elba while waiting for favorable weather .
Anyone who wants can lend a hand during the maneuvers, or hold binoculars in their hand in the hope of spotting dolphins , or relax lying in the sun.
Here we are: beneath us the transparent running waters, before us the wild land, the clear beaches, its wild cows and the smell of the Mediterranean scrub!
In Corsica we will walk together along the Sentiero dei Doganieri , we will sink our feet into the Agriates Desert , we will be enchanted by coves like those near Ghignu... passing by the wonderful beaches of Loto and Saleccia , all reachable only on foot or by boat.
We will drop anchor near Macinaggio , a port city famous for its watchtowers to guard against invasions by pirates and Saracens.
We will visit Nonza , for one of the most beautiful sunsets on the island.
Corsica will enchant us with its peaks, the cows on the beaches, the rays among the boats, the transparent aqcau, the uncrowded places despite August, and its Corsican Wildness!
It is the island in line with wild hikers who love the sea.
On Thursday we will leave Corsica to reach nearby Capraia , so similar, so linked to each other both by language and by endemisms.
Capraia is the right island for us, where only the port/town is frequented by those who do not walk or go by sea, everything else will be reachable only with our "means"
It is a place that enchants, without ever being crowded. Rich in history linked to the former agricultural penal colony that has left an agricultural imprint.
So beautiful that it was chosen again by the Monk Seal
We will get to know the island on land through an excursion to Monte delle Penna, or Punta dello Zenobito, or who knows where before diving into the famous award-winning waters.
On Friday evening we will be back at the base or at anchor near Portoferraio, after a beautiful sailing crossing , still ready to help during the maneuvers or to look for dolphins.
During the whole trip we will get to know the Islands from a double point of view
We will talk about what true eco-sustainability is, how to reduce our impact on a daily basis, we will learn about dolphins, cetaceans in general and sea turtles.
We will Value the islands differently, going beyond appearance. We will have on board the various products of the islands carefully chosen by me during the inspections.
On board we will cook, delighting you with excellent quality, organic and natural cuisine, mainly at km0
Traveling responsibly also means choosing food that has the least possible impact on the environment. For this reason we will have on board our famous Pasta and Flour of Ancient Grains of Montespertoli, but above all selected products from the various islands
I Pernottamenti saranno prevalentemente in rada (tranne ultima notte ed eventualmente la prima, entrambi inclusi nella quota), ma in altri casi è possibile prevedere a pagamento pernottamento in porto.
The program is indicative as it is subject to weather conditions and difficulties of various kinds, and only Roberto and Claudia have the power to decide it definitively.
Expected navigation duration Elba-Capraia 5h, Capraia-Corsica 4h, Corsica Elba 7h.
Excluded is €250.00/person for starter kit (fuel for sailing boat and tender, outboard motor, gas cylinder, final cleaning), packed meals during excursions, 1 dinner on land, any additional nights in port and anything not mentioned in Includes
Deposit for any involuntary damage caused by participants: €300 (mandatory) which will be returned as per procedure unless damage is caused by participants
Cancellation Insurance: cost 6% of the value of the package (to be requested at the time of booking)
Claudia , founder of Lasca la Randa: Environmental hiking guide qualified under the law, with a master's degree in marine biology.
Expert leader of trekking excursion groups, she particularly loves these places like these in the periods outside the other season : that's why she continues to accompany you on these adventures, full of anecdotes, of Nature, of challenges outside the comfort zone. She always searches for the essence of the places especially if they are islands, after all, you can see yourself in them a little.
He loves to go on long hikes, laugh, make you think about the beauty of the slow pace of this experience . He loves animals, he always carries food in his backpack for cats and dogs that he meets along the trails (except at Asinara!)
Sometimes he brings along notes to read on stories and anecdotes, poems that are for daily reflection.
Literally in love with this island 🙂
The Trip respects the Philosophy of Lasca la Randa, therefore it is based on Eco-sustainability and Responsibility.
On board:
Respect for Nature
Mainly Km0, Organic and Cruelty Free food
“Hands in Pasta” session to share the preparation of homemade fresh pasta
Plastic Free, No disposable, Ceramic and Steel Plates/Glasses/Tableware, Glass Bottles, Low environmental impact solid soaps, Vegetable sponge
Meetings with Local Traditions/Peoples
49-foot boat equipped with 4 cabins and 3 bathrooms, equipped with Tender and outboard engine to reach the beaches and coves for swimming and to start hiking.
The reservation will be made upon receipt of the signed contract and the bank transfer equal to the requested amount (50% at the time of booking, 50% within 40 days of the departure date).
Cancellation by the customer can only be made via email and is considered valid only if confirmed in writing.
In case of withdrawal from the contract by the traveler before departure, for any reason, even unforeseen and supervening, a penalty will be charged. The amount of the penalties is quantified as follows:
In case of insurance policy subscription, reference will be made to the conditions in question. 10% of the travel fee will be retained for management costs.
Read carefully the dedicated section on www.lascalaranda.com/vela-trekking
Good Physical Preparation
Athletes or Cyclists/Marathon runners etc. or Walkers/hikers accustomed to altitude differences between 300m and 700m, lengths of approximately 15km.
Patient Guests, Nature Lovers, Attentive to the Quality of Food in terms of responsibility and sustainability.
Fishing is prohibited
Read carefully the dedicated section on www.lascalaranda.com/vela-trekking
Good Physical Preparation
Athletes or Cyclists/Marathon runners etc. or Walkers/hikers accustomed to altitude differences between 300m and 700m, lengths of approximately 15km.
Patient Guests, Nature Lovers, Attentive to the Quality of Food in terms of responsibility and sustainability.
Fishing is prohibited
Technical trekking clothing, trekking shoes (no sneakers), 15-25 litre trekking backpack, windproof rain shell, hooded sweatshirt
Beachwear, swimsuit, flip-flops, snorkelling mask, rock shoes, beach towel
Head torch, water bottles of at least 2 litres each, soft bag with essentials (no trolley), sunscreen, hat, beauty case and all personal items
Double bed sheets / single bed bag and pillowcase (unless specifically requested among the extras)
Each member will receive a more exhaustive list in the invitation approximately 3 weeks before the departure date.