Barone Yachting

Cabin-cruise

on a 40 to 72 foot catamarans of type Lagoon 421, Catlante 600 or Catlante 720
8 days / 7 nights
Full board
Start day: saturday
Ajaccio - Lavezzi islands - Ajaccio

Cruise on one of the premium catamarans Lagoon 421, Catlante 600 or Catlante 720

You will sail on board of a gorgeous catamaran of type Lagoon 421, Catlante 600 or Catlante 720 for example, whose length is between 42 and 72 foot. It provides you comfort and stability. Each guest cabin possesses an "ensuite" bathroom (shower/lavatory).
One week full board with all non-alcoholic drinks! Table wine and cocktails based on rum are also included. The menu can vary depending on the choice of the local markets as well as the results of the fishing.

Please note:

You will find a cook on board. However, he may have a couple of tasks to do at the same time. It is therefore greatly appreciated, if you take an active part in the life on board, helping in the kitchen and in the creation of the everyday life on the sailing yacht. Please remember that it is a sailing trip on a catamaran, not a cruise ship with a large crew. You may at any time victual yourself further to your liking. We do not mind if you bring any additional wine, beer or other alcoholic drinks on board.

Your catamaran has a saloon ("living room") with the kitchen integrated, as well as a cockpit which is protected from wind and strong sun. Most of the interactive life on board will take place here.

The skipper is very experienced and knows the local area and the boat extremely well. He will point out places of interest, bring you closer to the country and its inhabitants, and will show you the most beautiful bathing and snorkel areas. You will swim and snorkel in turquoise blue water, or relax on white beaches while the cook may be already preparing some steaks on the grill.

The cabin:

Example: Each yacht's guest cabins include a lavatory/showers with a basin. Please note that water on board is not infinite, therefore it has to be handled with care. However, the store is large enough to ensure two showers per day for every guest.

The luggage:

The yachts are comfortable, yet the space in the cabins is limited. Therefore we would like to advise you to leave your hard suitcase at home and to use a carpetbag instead, for they are way easier to stash. If you would like to use a hard suitcase anyway, we will allow you a place where it may be kept.

Hints and references:

As the flight arrivals usually happen to be in afternoons or evenings, sailing will take place only in the following morning. The first evening is dedicated to getting to know other guests and to settle in. Keep in mind, that the guests arrive on different flights and therefore attain the boat at various times. However, we cannot be held responsible if the passenger arrives late due to delayed/cancelled flights.

You may use the same offer for a private journey, including friends and family only, for an additional charge. In this case, no other guests will be attending. For more information please contact your tour operator.

We would also like you to know, that pictures in the catalogue or on the homepage, do not necessarily show the boat which you have booked your sailing cruise on. Most of the pictures serve as an example. We prepare various catamarans for the cruises.

Worth knowing about the sailing trip:

It is necessary to get a valid passport or Identity Card (including a picture) to clear inward in the different islands. (People with non-EU citizenship please contact us).

You will have to pay the "on board cash" prior to embarkation. Following costs are balanced with the "on board cash": entrance fees for marina parks, isles, and gratuities for dock staff. Please refer to the current price list to know the amount of the "on board cash".

Even if your skin is used to the sun: note that on a boat the sun rays are more intense than on land. You will always have a nice breeze on when you are on the boat, therefore, the strong sun is often felt too late. Thus, it is even more important to be prepared, for it is very easy to get sunburnt or even get a sunstroke if you do not shield yourself from the sun. A sun hat which does not fall with the first gust of wind is very important. Do not forget your sunglasses either, which are best to be fixed with a string around your neck. A sweatshirt too is advisable, or a shirt with long sleeves combined with long trousers. For the first few days, sun cream with a high sun protection factor should be used.

If you take in medicine: remember to take enough of it with you from home. On the islands, it would be rather difficult to find pharmaceutical which is comparable.

No special vaccine required.

Seasickness: catamarans sail in a very stable way and are generally straight. Your skipper too will try his best to only pass through calm waters. In the Mediterranean sea, the water is usually calm. However, waves lie in the nature of sailing. If you are likely to get seasick, you can discuss with your pharmacist which medicines are the best to take with you in this case.

Water on board is not infinite. The water is enough for every member to take two quick showers per day. In any case, your skipper will remind you to be diligent with the freshwater on board.

Sailing maneuvers and life on board:

To attend one of our sailing cruises, no knowledge about sailing and the handling of a boat are expected. People who are not sportive too can take part and get to know the beautiful islands in this way. The skipper who as a matter of course, is a skilled steersman who is capable of handling the yacht completely on his own. However, you have the chance to learn something about sailing even though it is not a trip organized for this cause. The skipper will love to share his passion for traveling on the seas with you. He will thus enjoy helping you to gain first-hand knowledge about sailing. If you like, you will very soon handle the steering-wheel, execute maneuvers or help with the anchoring yourself. Depending on the meteorological rates during your cruise, you will drive a section under engines. That means that the anchoring place will be reached by the engines and that the sails cannot be hoisted.

Mobile and Wifi on board: 

Usually there is reception during the cruise, however this may not always be the case. You should contact your mobile provider prior to departure to inform yourself whether your sim-card is unlocked for the region and about any roaming charges that may apply. You can also purchase a Wifi- or Simcard on spot.

The cabins possess 220-volt connection. You can charge your mobile, photo camera, etc. in the receptacle in the saloon (Navigation).

Safety regulation:

It is strictly forbidden to carry weapons or drugs on board.

Please note that the yacht crosses various borders and that therefore the coastguard searches yachts in the fight against drugs, every now and again.  The skipper has the right at any time, to dismiss people from the boat who do not respect the instructions of visiting countries, carry weapons or drugs, disturb the life on board in any way, or put the crew, the guests or the yacht under any kind of danger. The skipper in such a case is obliged to inform the public authorities. In such a case, or if the guest wishes to leave the boat, nothing of the traveling expenses will be refunded.

Depending on the weather, it may happen that part of the distance has to be covered by the engine.

A mediterranean climate dominates in Corsica. Summers are hot. The temperature is maximum about 36°C. The average water temperature is 25 degree Celsius.

Price list of the cabin-cruise Cocktail Lavezzi in Corse:
You'll find here the prices of the Cabin-Cruise in Corse "Cocktail Lavezzi".

CORONA / Covid-19 info about houseboat charter in France

Although there are currently no compulsory registration or restrictions for travellers to France,
please note the current developments on the Website of your local Foreign Office before you travel. 

Edited: 15.05.2018 TK