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Sardinia & Corsica
Spend a week in the magnificent waters of Italy's prized island of Sardinia with the Sailing Collective. This seven-day sailing vacation explores the exotic Mediterranean wonders of the most spectacular water in Southern Europe. Experience local Mediterranean culture like never experienced before paired with phenomenal sailing and exploring. They blend the boutique shopping, fine dining, and lively nightlife of chic ports such as Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo with the quiet and scenic beauty of the largely uninhabited Maddalena Islands. Most of all the sailing in these waters is splendid, with good winds an almost everyday occurrence.
Dates
Jun 29th — Jul 5th 2025
7 days, 6 nights
Location
Sardinia & Corsica
Italy
Availability
0 Double Cabin
0 Single Cabin
Price
$4900 Single Cabin price per cabin
$7400 Double Cabin price per cabin
Itinerary
Our Sardinia & Corsica voyage begins on the Italian island of Sardinia, approximately 30 minutes from Olbia airport. Itinerary example*:
Bonifacio
Sailing along the cliffs of Southern Corsica, Bonifacio is an improbable appearance. A harbor entrance so narrow among such steep shoreline that until you are under the overhanging cliffs of the old city it remains difficult to believe it is there. Buildings within the fortified wall sit right up along the edge of the cliff and appear more pronouncedly precarious as you make your approach. Inside the Port of Bonifacio, You have the option to either dock at the marina-- a harrowing affair with slime-lines and push boats and people attempting to communicate with you through loud whistles. Going ashore leads you to as quaint of a town as you’ll find anywhere in the world. Walk up the steps from the harbor and cross a drawbridge to enter the old fortified city
Lavezzi
A number of flat lying islands are located in the Strait of Bonifacio are notable for their orange granite boulders that litter the island edges. Lavezzi is an eerily beautiful island. A marine reserve surrounding the islands forbids fishing of all kinds and on shore the preserve protects nesting birds which find refuge in the stacked rock formations. The boulders cascade from piles on land into the sea. A boulder-strewn seafloor makes for fantastic snorkeling in the anchorages but also adds to the very tricky navigation as you make the approach.
Isola Tavolara
Isola Tavolara is located just south of the Bay of Olbia and is conspicuously recognizable by its steep limestone cliffs that tower 565 meters above the sea and stretch about 5 nautical miles long. In the west, the cliff dips to a cove and a sun-soaked white sand beach. The eastern side of the island is used as a NATO radio communication station and is off-limits, but sailing past the towering antenna infrastructure that spans mountain peaks is impressive from a distance.
Caprera
Sailing north from Olbia or Tavolara you will enter the La Maddalena archipelago arriving first at Isla Caprera--a largely uninhabited island that has some significant old military infrastructure scattered throughout. The tale of Giuseppe Garibaldi and the unification of the kingdom of italy looms large over the island and his retirement home is a museum worth venturing to. Caprera is connected to La Maddalena island by a causeway with roads that twist through the mountainous landscape ashore.
La Maddalena
La Maddalena is the name of the island group that sits north of mainland Sardinia and is also the name of the largest and most populous island in the archipelago and is also the name of the only town on the island. Going ashore affords you a wander through narrow walking streets lined with fragrant and colorful flowers that overflow from the window boxes of homes that have their shutters flung open to the warm summer air.
*Itinerary is always subject to change based on guest preferences, weather, and captain recommendations.
Crew
Frances "Franky" McCarthy
Captain
Franky is a South African captain, dive instructor, yoga teacher, and water sports enthusiast. She grew up on a farm but was always drawn to the sea. After graduating from university, she began working in the yachting industry and has held a variety of positions, from captain to chef to deckhand. She is passionate about the marine environment and is committed to sustainability. She is also a strong advocate for women in the yachting industry. Franky has sailed yachts of all sizes in both coastal and offshore waters. She is familiar with the rules and regulations of the maritime industry and has a deep understanding of seamanship.Franky is a certified PADI dive instructor and is passionate about the underwater world. Franky is an experienced water sports enthusiast and enjoys surfing, sailing, and scuba diving. She is always up for an adventure and is always looking for new ways to explore the marine environment.
Flavia Lauri Chef
Chef
Flavia was born and raised in Rome. Food has always been an important part of her days growing up, from spending her weekends choosing ingredients at the local market to sharing the table with and feeding the ones she loves. After an Economics degree, she realized that a life of mathematical models was not for her, and she spent the last 7 years cooking at Ducksoup in London and then at Lille Bakery in Copenaghen. She learned the beauty of cooking seasonal food, with small passionate teams, in casual familiar settings. And that food is never just food. It’s a way of building a community and creating connections, all around a table. She has just moved back to Rome, to explore her hometown and the wonderful agricultural biodiversity that her motherland can offer.
About the Food
A culinary program with a focus on locally sourced sustainable foods
The Sailing Collective Travel Co. takes food to a new level. We believe by sourcing local ingredients from local friends we have made throughout our travels pushes us to experience where we are by being engulfed by the regional flavors.
Private chef creating customized menus to your taste and requirements
Each voyage, both group & private, has a private culinary artist aboard preparing some of the most unique, interesting, and thoughtful food you may ever enjoy in your life! From breakfast to dinner each day of the journey, we are blessed by beautiful meals by one of the most talented culinary teams in travel anywhere in the world.
General Information
Provisioning Sailing Collective will provision your journey with local foods and produce. Cooking Aboard: Your Sailing Collective chef/crew is incredibly talented and can handle the group's needs with ease. We are all about participation and learning, so if you'd like to help, just ask and we'll get you involved! Collective groups may choose to dine out more times than scheduled if the group or individuals choose.
Included in provisioning package*:
7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners (or similar), Light Snacks, Water, Coffee & Tea
* Subjected to change
Dietary Restrictions We can accommodate as long as we know in advance! It is important to notify us of any dietary restrictions ahead of time and include full details in the Guest Form that you will fill out prior to the start of the trip.
Sailing a group journey is a collective experience calling us to ebb and flow with the tides of the group. While alcohol and soft beverages are not included, we find a well curated bar shared across the group works out best. We offer two beverage during group journeys packages during the course of the week*:
• $150 for wine, beer, spirits and soft beverages • $75 for soft beverages and under 5 alcoholic drinks. *Private charters, beverages are billed to the charter
You can also choose to bring your own beverages on board at no cost. Beverages through our package options will be provisioned for by your crew based on the preferences shared in your guest forms. Alternatively, if you plan to purchase your beverages separately, it is best to stock up before we depart the marina! Morning beverages and water are included for all guests.
Please confirm your package choice within your guest form so your crew can plan accordingly!
ADDITIONAL COSTS We recommend planning on having at least $300 – $600 in spending money depending on spending habits. You will be responsible for paying for:
All expenses on shore including meals and drinks
Flights and transportation to and from the marina location
Onboard beverages
Gratuity (a 10% to 20% offering)
GRATUITY Tipping your captain and crew is welcomed. If you are satisfied with your service, the industry standard for yacht charters ranges from 10-20% of the cost of the charter. Gratuity is split evenly between the crew and can be paid via cash, check, Venmo, or PayPal. Please contact your Sailing Collective Journey Coordinator if you have any questions.
10% - Standard good time on holiday with good service.
15% - Exceptional service on your holiday with exceptional service!
20% - Extraordinary experience and your crew sent the voyage to the moon and back!!
PACKING LIST Collapsible bags in place of large rigid suitcases are advised for ease of transport on and off the boat. Loading and unloading from the dingy can be a wet activity, a pair of shoes such as flip-flops that you can get wet if we are landing on a beach is recommended.
As the vast majority of your time will be spent outside, prepare for elements - bring a light raincoat just in case, a hat to shield yourself from the sun, and a warm layer. Throughout the week we may dine out at a nice restaurant, so bring an outfit looks nice and suits your style.
We also encourage that people bring ecologically appropriate products into ocean environments. You can read more about those recommendations on the Sailing Collective Journal here: Packing for a Healthy Ocean
The Journey Schedule Meeting time is at 9:00am on Day 1 of the charter. We return back to port on the final evening by 5:00pm and disembark between 8-9:00am on the final day.
Terms & Conditions By booking this journey, you agree to comply with the stated Terms & Conditions and Covid Considerations, available on our website. Please contact info@thesailingcollective.com with any questions.
Travel Insurance We recommend purchasing a travel insurance policy that protects you in case of general and covid-related trip interruptions. If you choose not to purchase travel insurance, you forfeit the right to a refund or credit in the event you have to cancel your trip with Sailing Collective.
PASSPORTS AND VISAS Please ensure your passport is valid for the period of travel and for six months after you return. The Sailing Collective cannot be held responsible for refusal of entry or travel due to lack of visas. If you are in any doubt please contact your Embassy for full details.
REALISTIC DISCLAIMER ABOUT BOATS Boats can break. Charter boats are like a rental car, they are checked before and after each charter. The engineer team is required to check the vessel for maintenance issues and make repairs during the half-day turnaround. Vessels require constant attention like any other complex mechanical system. If you are particular about your exact vacation requirements, we recommend booking a yacht charter with a higher price point allowing for an onboard engineer and we are happy to assist brokering a luxury yacht charter for you and your group.
MARINA AND STARTING LOCATION
Marina:
Marina di Olbia, Viale Isola Bianca, 7, 07026 Olbia SS, Italy
Charter Company:
Marina Yacht Charter
Your Captain and Crew will be in touch via email prior to the start of the charter with the specific slip where the boat will be docked in the marina.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Embarking: Meeting time is after 10 a.m. on the first day of your voyage. Your crew will be awaiting your arrival onboard, which will be flying a Sailing Collective flag. If you arrive earlier in the day, you can store your luggage at the marina and explore the area. If you plan on arriving after 10 a.m., please let us know as soon as possible and we so we can make accommodations!
Disembarking: You will arrive back to the marina by sunset on Friday. You will dine in town and spend the last night on the boat at the marina. Disembarking is by 9 a.m. the next morning. Your crew can help arrange a taxi for you if needed.
AIR TRAVEL
Olbia, Sardinia - Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
The airport is very close to the starting marina and taxi service is available.
HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Head here for some of our favorite spots.
WEATHER
During summer Sardinia has a virtual sunshine guarantee. The southern coast counts on average no more than three rainy days between June and August. The water temperature at Sardinia's beaches is warm all year. With highs in the mid-80s (F) with nearly tropical water temperature, expect to experience summer temperatures when vacationing in Sardinia.
CURRENCIES / MONEY EXCHANGE
Euro is available from ATMs at the airport using a chip and pin debit card. Make sure to call your bank with a travel notification.
Sardinia & Corsica
Italy
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