Saleccia Beach

Time stops and immersion in "the attic of Corsica"! As rich in history as in vegetation, we set off to discover an extraordinary site combining maquis and beaches worthy of the Caribbean... The Agriates desert is a micro-region that is desert only in name! Planted with Mediterranean vegetation that is traditionally found in the maquis, such as holm oaks, olive trees or even heather and myrtles. The 13km of 4x4 track will offer us the possibility of admiring extraordinary points of view, of discovering the history of the site with the many mullers (pagliaghji) - small stone constructions with roofs covered with earth - which mark out the territory and which are the witnesses of intense past agro-pastoral activities, but also to meet the wild fauna populating the desert (cows, warblers, grass snakes, peregrine falcons etc…) At the arrival of the track, stop on the beaches of Lotu and Saleccia (protected natural areas), land of the Conservatoire de l'espace littoral, real paradises on earth... or rather maritime! Fine white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, sea bream, cuttlefish and other “inhabitants”… get your masks and snorkels on!! For those who wish, it is possible to go for a "short" hike on part of the customs path between the beaches of Lotu and Saleccia. (1h15 on average).

Start your day bright and early and head to one of the most visited panoramic sights of Corsica. Marvel at the stunning sea views and take in the fresh ocean air as you listen to your local guide tell the tales of the land and reveal its secrets. Next, drive to an altitude of 1200 m to enjoy a breathtaking 360 degree view out over the north of the island. Admire the view of Cap Corse, the Revellata Peninsula that stretches beyond Calvi, as well as the highest summit in the Balagne area, the Monte Padru which sits at 2392 m. Continue on through the centenarian rows of olive-trees in the Reginu Valley as you head to the next spot to enjoy a local lunch made with fresh regional produce. Journey on to Saleccia Beach one of the most beautiful in Corsica and hidden in the heart of the Agriates desert. Enjoy a 2-hour stop here to swim, and take a dip in the refreshing waters or relax in the shade underneath a parasol before heading back to Calvi.

Start your day bright and early to discover Bastia's neighboring region, the desert of Agriates. Enjoy the excitement of riding along the mountain tracks in the 4x4 to reach a nearby summit and marvel at one of the most visited panoramic sights of Corsica. Gaze out at the stunning sea views and take in the fresh ocean air as you listen to your local guide tell the tales of the land and reveal its secrets. Next, journey through the beautiful perched villages such as Nonza and through the heart of the only European desert, hear about your guide’s passion and love for this little island as you travel around some of its most stunning scenes. Journey on to Saleccia Beach one of the most beautiful in Corsica and hidden in the heart of the Agriates desert. Enjoy a 2-hour stop here to swim, and take a dip in the refreshing waters or relax in the shade underneath a parasol on the white sand of the coast before heading back to Bastia.

Les plus belles plages de Corse sont à moins d’une demie heure de bateau d’Ile Rousse ! Au bord du Désert des Agriates se trouve un secret, deux des plus belles plages de Corse, entouré de bleus infinis, d’eaux translucides, de sable blanc et de rivages incroyablement parfaits. Les plages du Lotu et de Saleccia, bordées par le désert, sont un paradis qu’il faut rejoindre par bateau. Leur éloignement et leur relative inaccessibilité signifient qu’elles restent heureusement intactes, ce qui leur confère un charme rare et difficile à trouver ailleurs en Méditerranée. Vous ne devez pas manquer ces joyaux intacts de notre île. La plage Saleccia faite de sable blanc s’étend sur plus de 1 km. C’est un mélange de couleurs et de formes fascinantes : dunes de sable, roches du désert, eau turquoise, montagnes du Cap Corse. Vous y verrez de temps en temps des vaches qui se promènent ou font la sieste. La plage du Lotu est l’une des plages les plus protégées du désert, l’eau qui coule doucement sur le sable ensoleillé est l’une des plus pures de Corse. Des collines basses recouvertes de maquis très parfumés entourent la plage. Vous pourrez y avoir une vue fantastique sur les montagnes du Cap Corse tout en vous relaxant sur le sable. Plus sauvage que la plage de Saleccia, vous y verrez surement des vaches sauvages qui errent dans la région.