GR20 South 5-day exclusive guided hiking tour

Explore the popular and exciting GR20 route, located in Corsica, on this incredible 5-day hike with local mountain leader Julie.

5 Days

May - Nov

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Description

Get ready to hike Europe’s most difficult trail with the most impressive landscapes on the island of Corsica. During 5 days, we’ll endure the incredible GR20 route from Canaglia to Conca. Join me on this exhilarating one-of-a-kind adventure.

First, we’ll meet at Canaglia which will be the starting point of our trip. Then, we will begin this exciting but strenuous adventure. We’ll be hiking for 7 and a half to 12 hours a day with an elevation change of 1,500-3,000 meters. But this hard work will be rewarded: we’ll get to see breathtaking views of the island from high above, including sea views and peaks of over 2,000 meters.

Some of the highlights of the trip include crossing Bavella’s needles, ascending Monte Alcudina and the plateau of U Rinosu, visiting the basins of Manganellu and the granite gargoyles, among many others. You can check the itinerary below for more information.

For this trip you will need to bring a backpack, picnics, 2 liters of water, personal hygiene elements, and clothes that will protect you from the heat, wind, cold and rain. Additionally, it goes without saying that you will need to be physically fit for the challenge. Of course, I will be there to assist you every step of the way.

So, if you are ready for a exciting and rewarding trip to the famous GR20, book your trip now! I would love to guide you on this unique adventure.

And, if you’re looking for more adventures in the area, you can join me on a 3-day hike to Alta Rocca, Corsica.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner

Price details

Price incldues transfer from Canaglia to Porto Vecchio.
Price does not include transport from the continent to Corsica, transport to the start of the trip, luggage transfer, beverages or personal expenses, insurance cancellation or hiking equipment.

Itinerary

Day 1: Conca - Bavella

First we’ll meet in Conca at 7am. Then we will set off on our adventure. The highlight of the day will be crossing the incredible Bavella’s needles through the Paliri refuge.

Day 2: Bavella - Jallicu

This 10-11-hour day-hike includes ascending Monte Alcudina, the highest peak of South Corsica. There, we’ll have stunning views from the north of the island to Sardinia. Finally, we’ll descend through the plateau of Cuscionu.

Day 3: Jallicu - village of Cozzano

On day 3, we’ll hike for 8-13 hours. Some of the activities include ascending Punta Della Cappella. Then, we can choose to go to Col de Verde or Usciolu. Finally, we’ll end the day at the village of Cozzano.

Day 4: Col de Verde - Col de Vizzavona

We’ll hike for 8-9 hours going through the forest of Marmanu, Upper Pozzi Valley, U Rinosu and the crossing of the Pinzi Curbini di Uriente.

Day 5: Vizzavona - Canaglia

We’ll hike for 8 hours going through the forest of Vizzavona and the cascade of English ridge. Then, we will cross the massif of Monte d’Oru with a long descent to the sheepfolds of the Onda and limpid pools of Manganellu.

Finally, we will transfer from Canaglia to Porto Vecchio.

About the guide

Julie

Mountain Guide

I am a mountain leader based in Quenza, Corsica. I am state-certified and offer hiking and snowshoeing tours around this beautiful island. And for your added safety, I'm also a firefighter and lifeguard. I enjoy the feeling of freedom I get when in the mountains and also the humbleness that they require. The mountain is wonderful when shared!

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