Are you planning a family beach getaway? Look no further than the charming shores of Corsica.
The breathtaking island of Corsica boasts a mix of spectacular scenery, delightful weather, and a selection of family-friendly accommodation. Our exclusive charter flight to Calvi is just over a two-hour trip from London Stansted airport, making it a hassle-free destination to enjoy – even with little ones in tow. From Calvi there are numerous fantastic beaches to explore, ideal for families to spend the day soaking up the sun. Pack your swimwear and goggles and dive into the region’s most beautiful shorelines.
Santa Giulia Beach
Corsica’s Beaches
From lively tourist hotspots to idyllic hidden coves, Corsica has something for everyone, with over 1000km of stunning coastline. Discover sun-soaked sandy beaches with clear shallow waters, perfect for children to splash around in. Don’t forget your bucket and spade; there’s plenty of golden sand for making sandcastles!
Corsica offers beaches of every shape and size – from long stretches of soft sand to charming pebbly coves, and lively seaside spots to peaceful hidden bays. In the north of the island, you’ll find some great family-friendly options, such as Calvi beach. Whereas in the south, beaches like Palombiggia and Santa Giulia offer postcard perfect white sand, with a Caribbean feel. While some are effortlessly accessible, others reward a short stroll or drive. Browse our top beaches across the island here.
Palombaggia Beach
Beach Bars
When the family starts to get hungry, you’ll typically find a beach bar or café nearby, offering refreshments at ease. Corsica boasts some outstanding eateries, and you can find delicious lunches, snacks, cocktails and soft drinks to suit everyone. In the north, L’Île Rousse beach and Santa Giulia both have ample beach bars and cafes to choose from. For families, most bars offer a pre-bookable service for their sun loungers online, therefore if you have a specific location in mind, we recommend booking in advance.
Hotel la Caravelle Beach Bar
Water sports
For a fun family activity, don’t forget to pack your snorkel! Corsica’s crystal-clear waters attract plenty of marine life, making for the ultimate snorkelling hotspot. The shallow water around Calvi beach makes it the perfect place for kids to try out snorkelling for the first time. Punta Spano beach is another superb snorkelling spot, despite its lack of beach facilities. For families who don’t mind bringing their own picnic and umbrellas, it’s a must visit!
Snorkelling in Corsica
There are plenty of other water sport activities available at Calvi Marina, including scuba diving and organised snorkelling trips. For a more relaxing day out on the water why not hire a boat and explore the Scandola Nature Reserve? There is even a sunset boat excursion available in the Gulf of Calvi. If you’re staying in the south of the island, visit Rondinara, an infamous horseshoe bay. Sheltered from the wind, this calm cove is ideal for relaxing water activities for all the family.
Rondinara Beach