There are five main types of trip to the Lavezzi Islands. The shuttle from Bonifacio is the cheapest (€37 per adult in 2026) and gives the most time on the island. Half-day boat trips (from €60 out of Bonifacio, from €90 out of Porto-Vecchio) add Cavallo and the coves. Full-day sailing or catamaran trips (€175 to €200) often include lunch. Private boats (from €699 per group) let you choose the route. The choice mostly depends on your departure port and how long you want ashore.
Key facts
- Most time on the island: the shuttle from Bonifacio.
- Most scenery: half-day trips that add Cavallo and the cliffs.
- No landing: SPMB circuit no. 3 (2 h, €40) sails round the archipelago.
- Always check whether a landing is included: some trips do not stop.
The comparison
| Trip | Departure | Duration | Landing | Price “from” |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPMB shuttle (circuit no. 4) | Bonifacio | 30 min each way, stay as long as you like | yes | €37 |
| Archipelago tour without landing (SPMB circuit no. 3) | Bonifacio | 2 h | no | €40 |
| Half-day boat trip | Bonifacio | 3 h | yes, with a swim | €60 |
| Half-day Lavezzi and Cavallo | Porto-Vecchio | 4 h | yes | €90 |
| Half-day Lavezzi and the cliffs | Porto-Vecchio | 4 h | yes | €110 |
| Day sailing trip with lunch | Bonifacio | 7 h | depends on the route | €175 |
| Day catamaran trip | Porto-Vecchio | 9 h | yes | €190 |
| Private boat with skipper | Bonifacio | 4 h | your choice | €699 per group |
Prices checked on 9 November 2026 on the SPMB website and on GetYourGuide. They vary with the season.
How to choose
You want to walk and swim for a long time: take the shuttle. It is the cheapest and you choose your return time. Bring what you need to cope without shade (see what to bring).
You want to see everything in one trip: a half-day trip that takes in the Bonifacio cliffs, Cavallo and a swim stop at Lavezzi. From Porto-Vecchio, this is the most common option (see Lavezzi from Porto-Vecchio).
You want peace and quiet: a full day on a sailing boat or catamaran, with fewer passengers and lunch on board.
You are a group or a large family: a private boat can work out cheaper per person than you might think, and lets you leave early, before the crowds. See also boat hire.
What all trips have in common
Landing is only allowed on the beaches and marked paths of Lavezzu, the Pyramid islet and Piana (1999 decree). Part of the archipelago is closed to boats to protect seabirds: boats keep clear of northern Lavezzu and three islets. And every trip depends on the sea: in heavy swell, the landing may be cancelled or replaced.
What about Cavallo?
Cavallo, the large neighbouring island, is private and inhabited. Boats sail past it; public trips do not land there. See Cavallo and the archipelago.
Book a trip
Compare Lavezzi trips
From Bonifacio: Lavezzi Islands Half-Day Boat Tour3 hours★ 4.8 (229 reviews)from €60Check 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
What is the cheapest boat trip to Lavezzi?
The SPMB shuttle from Bonifacio (circuit no. 4), at €37 per adult and €26 per child aged 4 to 12, checked on 9 November 2026.
Do all trips land on the island?
No. Some trips sail round the archipelago without stopping, such as SPMB circuit no. 3. Read the description: the landing and swim stop are stated.
Will I see Cavallo on the trip?
Yes, most half-day trips pass Cavallo, Lavezzu's neighbour. You do not land on the private part of the island.
Do trips run all year round?
No. Trips with a landing run mainly from April to October. In winter, SPMB only runs a non-stop circuit.
Sources
Information checked against the sources below. Timetables, prices and rules change: confirm before you go.
- SPMB, circuits no. 1, 3, 4 and winter circuit (in French), accessed 9 November 2026
- GetYourGuide widget, Lavezzi offers (prices, durations, ratings), accessed 9 November 2026
- Decree of 23 September 1999, Bouches de Bonifacio nature reserve: landing (in French), accessed 9 November 2026
- Corse Net Infos, closure of northern Lavezzi and three islets (30 April 2023, in French), accessed 9 November 2026
