From Porto-Vecchio, you reach Lavezzi on an organised trip: there is no scheduled shuttle as in Bonifacio. Half-day trips (about 4 hours, from €90 on GetYourGuide in 2026) pass Cavallo and stop at Lavezzi for a swim; full-day trips (about 9 hours, €70 to €190) often add the Cerbicale islands and the Bonifacio cliffs. The alternative is to drive to Bonifacio (28 km, 34 minutes) and take the shuttle.
Key facts
- No direct shuttle: organised trips only.
- Half-day: about 4 h, from €90 (GetYourGuide, checked 9 November 2026).
- Full day: about 9 h, with Cavallo, the Cerbicale islands or the Bonifacio cliffs depending on the trip.
- By car, Bonifacio is 28 km away (34 min) for the shuttle.
Trips checked
| Trip | Duration | What it includes | Price “from” |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon Lavezzi and Cavallo | 4 h | stop at Lavezzi, sailing past Cavallo | €90 |
| Half-day Lavezzi and cliffs | 4 h | Lavezzi and the Bonifacio cliffs | €110 |
| Full day cliffs and Lavezzi | 9 h | Bonifacio from the sea and a stop at Lavezzi | €70 |
| Maxi sailing catamaran | 9 h | a day under sail, swim stops | €175 |
| Catamaran to Lavezzi | 9 h | full day with a stop at Lavezzi | €190 |
Checked on GetYourGuide on 9 November 2026. Ratings range from 4.4 to 4.9 out of 5.
What you see on the way
Leaving the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio, boats follow the south coast: the beaches of Palombaggia and Santa Giulia, the Cerbicale islands (another part of the nature reserve), then Cavallo and the Lavezzi archipelago. Full-day trips often carry on to the Bonifacio cliffs and the mouth of its harbour.
Porto-Vecchio or Bonifacio?
| Criterion | From Porto-Vecchio | From Bonifacio |
|---|---|---|
| Type of trip | organised trip | shuttle or trip |
| Lowest price checked | €70 (full day) | €37 (shuttle) |
| Time on the island | short stop | as long as you like |
| Scenery on the way | east coast, Cerbicale, Cavallo | cliffs, harbour inlet, Cavallo |
If you are staying in Porto-Vecchio and want time on the island, the Bonifacio shuttle is often the best value for time ashore: 28 km by road, about 34 minutes (OpenStreetMap). See Lavezzi from Bonifacio.
Book a trip
Lavezzi trips from Porto-Vecchio
Half-day: relaxing afternoon to the Lavezzi and Cavallo Islands4 hours★ 4.7 (103 reviews)from €90Check availability
Half-day: discover the Lavezzi Islands and the cliffs of Bonifacio4 hours★ 4.8 (72 reviews)from €110Check availability
Catamaran cruise to the Lavezzi Islands9 hours★ 4.9 (93 reviews)from €190Check availability
"From" prices checked on 9 November 2026 and may have changed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Porto-Vecchio to Lavezzi by boat?
Trips from Porto-Vecchio last about 4 hours for a half day and 9 hours for a full day, stops included. The exact crossing time depends on the boat and the route.
Is it better to leave from Porto-Vecchio or Bonifacio?
From Bonifacio, the crossing is short and cheaper, and you get more time on the island. From Porto-Vecchio, you avoid the drive and see more coastline, but the stop at Lavezzi is shorter.
Do trips from Porto-Vecchio land on Lavezzu?
Most include a swim stop at Lavezzi. Check the description: some stay at anchor and you swim from the boat.
Sources
Information checked against the sources below. Timetables, prices and rules change: confirm before you go.
- GetYourGuide widget, trips from Porto-Vecchio (prices, durations, ratings), accessed 9 November 2026
- Manawa, half-day boat trip from Porto-Vecchio (in French), accessed 9 November 2026
- OSRM on OpenStreetMap, Porto-Vecchio to Bonifacio by road, accessed 9 November 2026
