Agriates Day Trip — Saleccia & Lotu
Tower of Mortella, Pigeon Caves, Lotu beach and the Fiume Santu cove. Lunch on board with Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine.
Day sailing trips from the port of Saint-Florent, Northern Corsica. Small groups, lunch on board, local crew.
Croisière Agriates offers day sailing trips from the marina of Saint-Florent, Northern Corsica (2B). Stan and Emiliano, our local crew, take you to the most beautiful sites of the Agriates desert (iconic beaches of Saleccia and Lotu), the Pigeon Caves and the spectacular cliffs of the Cap Corse as far as the perched village of Nonza, in the Gulf of Saint-Florent.
On board Eridu, our 12-metre Bénéteau Oceanis 400, groups are capped at 10 guests maximum to preserve the intimacy of every sailing. Lunch is served on board at anchor, built exclusively around small Corsican producers in short supply chains. Drinks included: Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine (rosé and white), sodas and water. We sail within the Cap Corse and Agriate Marine Nature Park, choosing sandy-bottom anchorages to protect the posidonia meadows.
Two signature day cruises: the Agriates day (Cap Corse, Pigeon Caves, Lotu beach) or the Cap Corse — Nonza day. For private groups (hen/stag, birthday, retreat, wedding), private charter remains available on a bespoke basis.
The full Agriates day (Cap Corse, Pigeon Caves, Lotu beach) or the Cap Corse — Nonza day: two complementary ways into maritime Northern Corsica. Same pricing: €100 adult, €70 child, lunch on board included. Our private charter option rounds out the offer for groups (hen/stag, birthday, retreat, wedding).
Tower of Mortella, Pigeon Caves, Lotu beach and the Fiume Santu cove. Lunch on board with Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine.
Full day to Nonza and the Cap Corse west coast. Anchorage in front of the black pebble beach, Lunch on board with Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine.
Private yacht charter for groups, hen and stag parties, birthdays, retreats and weddings. Bespoke full day, Corsican or fine-dining catering.
Four commitments that set our sailing cruises apart from the standard group shuttles or motor boats out of the Saint-Florent marina.
An intimate experience, far from the crowded group shuttles.
Stan and Emiliano, based in Saint-Florent, know every Agriates cove.
Small Corsican producers, Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine, meal adapted to dietary requirements.
Mooring on sandy seabeds, well away from posidonia meadows.
Four iconic sites we reach on our cruises from Saint-Florent, all inaccessible or poorly served by road. Hover over each card for more detail.
Iconic beach
1.1 km of fine white sand, pine forest behind, legendary turquoise water.
Our final stop of the Agriates day. Swim, shaded pine forest and sand so fine it squeaks underfoot. Scenes shot in 1962 for The Longest Day.
See the Saleccia guide
Ideal for families
350 m of sandy arc, very gentle seabed, 20 min under sail from Saint-Florent.
The family beach par excellence, reached in 20 minutes of sailing. Very shallow seabed, perfect for children. Seasonal beach bar on site.
See the Lotu guide
Perched village
Village 100 m above the sea, 18th-century Paolian tower.
Iconic Cap Corse silhouette, crowned by a Paolian tower. The beach is made of black pebbles, legacy of an old asbestos mine. Swim in front of the cliffs.
See the Nonza guide
Heritage
1563 Genoese sentinel that inspired the 103 British Martello towers.
At the southern tip of the Gulf of Saint-Florent. Famous for the 1794 British siege led by Nelson and for giving its name to the Empire's Martello towers.
See the historyAverage rating 5/5 over 76 verified reviews — see all guest reviews.
Frederic L.
· Juillet 2026
« Une journée parfaite 😍 comme une balade en famille. »
Laetitia B.
· Juillet 2026
« A truly exceptional sea trip! Everything was perfect: the beautiful scenery, the swimming, and an incredibly friendly crew who delighted our taste buds. A real treat! »
Tudi M.
· Juillet 2026
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Bruno G.
· Juillet 2026
« Fantastic day and fantastic meal with a very friendly and excellent crew!! A little tip though: a maximum of 8 people is recommended...we were 8 and I think with 10 we would have been a bit cramped...In any case, thank you both for this wonderful day!! »
Sandra S.
· Juillet 2026
« A very pleasant experience. Stan and Emiliano are very attentive. The meal was excellent and truly had everything you could need. It was a wonderful, convivial time surrounded by idyllic scenery. Thank you for this day. See you again soon, for sure. »
Florian S.
· Juillet 2026
« Journée juste magnifique une cuisine parfaite rien à envier au grosse compagnie!! Bravo »
Laurent Z.
· Juillet 2026
« A superb day aboard the sailboat. Stann, his wife, and Emiliano are incredibly kind. We were able to dive several times and the food was excellent. »
franck D.
· Juillet 2026
« We had a great time despite the weather not allowing us to see the beaches. The group was friendly, we had a good laugh and ate well. »
Tatiana E.
· Juillet 2026
« A huge thank you to Stan & Emiliano for this absolutely incredible day. Words can't even begin to describe this experience. Book now and enjoy a truly unique day in a picture-perfect setting with a meal worthy of the finest restaurants 🩷 Thank you both, you're wonderful. See you soon, I hope 🌊🐚⛵️☀️ »
Justin
· Juillet 2026
« Superb 10am to 5pm day on the Croisiere boat with a great crew. Highly recommended as a relaxing experience of the sea and coastline, both under motor and sail, with unrushed long anchoring at great locations to enjoy swimming, snorkelling and the boat. »
gaelle A.
· Juillet 2026
« A wonderful day spent with great people. Lots of laughter and fun. Stan is lovely, and a big thank you to Emiliano for his delicious pasta and good humor, and to Amandine for her smile and the music. I highly recommend it if you want to have a great day. »
Melanie
· Juillet 2026
« Wow, what a day we spent aboard the sailboat with Stan, Emiliano, and Amandine, who took such good care of us all day. The program was a bit disrupted due to some unpredictable weather, but Stan managed to bring back the sunshine, and the day was perfect. The meal prepared by Emiliano was wonderful. The swimming spots were magnificent. I highly recommend it. Go without hesitation. And the group we spent the day with was perfect; we made some wonderful new friends. Melanie from Lyon »
We are two living this adventure year-round in Saint-Florent (Northern Corsica). Stan, skipper of Eridu, knows the Gulf of Saint-Florent and the Agriates coast like the back of his hand. Emiliano, second, cook and trolling-fishing specialist, takes care of the table, service and the small details that make the difference. Both passionate about sailing, Corsican products in short supply chains and the AOP Patrimonio terroir.
Meet the crewThe Agriates day trip remains our signature cruise — Cap Corse cliffs, the Pigeon Caves, Lotu beach in the Agriates, lunch on board with Giacometi cuvée des Agriates wine. It is the most complete way to discover the region in a single day.
In July and August, book 3 to 6 weeks ahead if possible — our 10-guest limit fills quickly. In May, June, September and October, 1 to 2 weeks usually suffices. Last-minute spots can still open up due to cancellations.
Yes, children are welcome on board. We provide life jackets in all sizes. The daily pace suits families perfectly. Child fare €70 up to age 12 inclusive.
If sea conditions do not allow a safe and comfortable sailing, the skipper postpones to a later date or refunds in full. We always decide no later than the evening before.
None whatsoever. These are relaxed cruises, not sailing lessons. Our crew handles all manoeuvres. If you want to try your hand at the helm, Stan will happily let you take a turn under supervision.
Sailing season runs from April to end of October. Check our availability and book yours.