Top 5 family activities in Corsica

Corsica, family vacation paradise! We are convinced of it, as it is possible to schedule diverse and varied activities depending on the age of the children and your interests.
Discover here our selection of outdoor activities to discover as a family, during your next vacation in Corsica.

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1 - Water hiking or family canyoning

Water hikes are perfect descents for the whole family and adapted to the little ones; they are open from age 6 provided they can swim.

  • Gravona water hike is located just 20 minutes from Ajaccio, it is the little sister of canyoning, perfect for taking the first steps. The course is dotted with jumps, swimming and floating but also a zip-line and a monkey bridge. the water temperature is exceptionally mild. This activity will delight the whole family.
  • In a completely different natural environment, Vecchio water hike is located just 20 minutes from Corte and just over an hour from Ajaccio. The descent is very fun and dotted with swimming, obstacle passages and jumps. Vecchio River offers magnificent and wild landscapes with beautiful gray granite blocks in emerald green water. No difficulty will hinder this discovery course. Very nice first approach to canyoning activity.

Our instructors will always be attentive, reassuring and educational with your children
You want to please your children who are a bit more daring and older, try canyoning. Different sites are accessible from age 7 such as:

  • Zoïcu Canyon, located above the village of Soccia is one of the most beautiful in Corsica and among the most wild. The family course is very fun. It is however complete and your children will enjoy it safely with our state-certified instructors. All the ingredients of canyoning are gathered in this descent: jumps, slides, rappel descent and zip-line, all in crystalline water in unforgettable colors. The sport version for even more adrenaline, is adapted to children from 12 years old.
  • Baracci Canyon, located in the Valinco region and near Propriano, is very close to the coast and yet very wild. Vegetation is lush and offers a singular setting through the red color of its rocks. The descent is fun, original and refreshing. The course is dotted with jumps (non-mandatory), natural slides, beautiful rappel descents and a zip-line ending in a true natural pool.

These 2 canyoning descents are adapted for children from 7 years old but even the oldest will find their account.

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2 - Adventure Park as a family (from age 3)

Tree climbing is an adventure course that takes place at height in the trees and on platforms. During the activity, you will follow an itinerary dotted with different modules, monkey bridges, catwalks, zip-lines, Tarzan jumps, cable nets... all secured and marked by different difficulty levels. You will progress at your own pace and always under the watchful eye of park operators.

  • Rêves de Cimes tree-climbing park is located in Véro, about 30 minutes from Ajaccio in the heart of a pine forest with an exceptional view of the Gulf of Ajaccio, Gravona Valley and the chain of mountains from Monte d'Oru to Monte Renosu. The park offers many workshops adapted for the little ones (from 3 years old) and for the most daring seeking strong sensations. Picnic areas are at your disposal to rest after exertion.
  • Corsica Natura tree-climbing park is located at Vizzavona Pass, in the heart of Corsican Regional Natural Park halfway between South and Upper Corsica. Many workshops are at your disposal for the little ones as well as for the older ones seeking adrenaline. Picnic areas are at your disposal so you can rest a bit and small plus, the river with its natural pools, being next door, you can refresh yourself after exertion.
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3 - A Cupulatta Tortoise Park

About thirty minutes from Ajaccio, A Cupulatta, which means "tortoise" in the Corsican language, is a unique tortoise park in Europe. On a natural site of 2.5 hectares, You will discover the hidden life of tortoises and will be in complete immersion. With nearly 170 species and more than 3000 animals, the park is dedicated to breeding, studying and protecting terrestrial and aquatic turtles. All continents are represented, from the Americas to the Mediterranean through Asia and Africa.

In addition to beautiful diversity in terms of flora and very beautiful spaces with watercourses, shaded spaces for relaxation are also planned. It is a peaceful place, ideal for children but also for the whole family.

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4 - Filitosa Prehistoric Site

Just one hour from Ajaccio and Porticcio, the archaeological site of Filitosa is found north of the Gulf of Valinco on the municipality of Sollacaro.
In the heart of preserved nature, in a landscape of ferns and ancient olive trees, 8000 years of history are offered to you, through menhirs, sculptures and buildings left by the first men who populated Corsica.
Listed as a Historic Monument, Filitosa is listed on the list of one hundred historic sites of common interest in Mediterranean countries.
You will need to plan 1 to 1.5 hours of visit to discover this exceptional and mysterious site. The course is fun and dotted with explanatory markers in several languages. You can then discover the attached Museum and refresh yourself at the bar at the entrance to the site.

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5 - Take a donkey trek

The donkey is one of the emblems of Corsican heritage.
It will seduce big and small. Sturdy and resistant but also soft and docile, the donkey will be your ideal companion for a family hike, for a day or even several days or just a simple walk to introduce the little ones.
Tourist offices in each micro-region will point you to the best addresses near your place of residence.
Just over an hour from Ajaccio, A Stalla, located in the village of Soccia, offers for example to introduce you to Creno Lake, with Scandinavian-looking air with a breathtaking view over the valley.
A donkey trek will allow you to reach bucolic and wild places under ideal conditions.
Unique and memorable experience to discover as a family.

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