Swim across the Bonifacio channel in this 16K lifetime achievement crossing from Sardinia (Italy) to the French coast of the island of Corsica! You'll start on the beach of Rena Bianca, Sardinia (Italy) and cross to the beach of Punta Sperone, Corsica (France) across a stretch of blue Mediterranean Sea linking the two. We have helped the first American, Mexican, and Brazilian make this crossing, as well as the world record holder. Join the ranks!

Your crossing will be overseen by Italian captain Tommaso Munatoni. In order to consider booking the swim crossing the Bocche di Bonifacio, please plan accordingly to allow 5 days, during which you will stay in the beautiful town of Santa Teresa di Gallura on Sardinia. Be aware weather and sea conditions may vary suddenly, requiring adjustment of the date of the swim.

While there, practice swims are encouraged and we will provide you with training guidance and places to swim.

• Crossings can be scheduled year round but are best in summer
• $1850 per swimmer (including 50% non-refundable deposit)
• You'll get a finisher's tee, medal, and certificate
• We require the following in advance of your swim: copy of photo ID and passport, letter from your doctor approving you for the swim, EKG/stress test, international application, payment

• Permits, vessels, staff/crew, safety & support
• Practice swims in Santa Teresa di Gallura with a coach
• T-shirt, medal, and certificate
• Water World Swim International Membership for life
• For those wanting to qualify for the English Channel Swim crossing, (6 hrs swim in 60 degrees waters), special arrangements can be made to comply with CSA rules
• Bring your friends and family! For $150 per person, we'll bring them on some tours during your swim window

• We recommend staying in either Hotel da Cecco, close to the beach and main square
• Call the hotel directly about discounts for swimming Bonifacio with Water World Swim
• Fly into Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
• You can book a rental and drive to Santa Teresa di Gallura (about 1hr drive)
• Or take the bus available from the airport to Santa Teresa de Gallura (trip of 1 hr.).
• The town is small and everything is reachable by walking, including beaches

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Tommaso Munatoni will pilot the crossing. He'll be looking out for you as you swim, and probably make you laugh along the way!

Your swim will be fully supported by an awesome team. Your safety is paramount and the crew will work to keep you on track for success.

USA · SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
04:31:58
Robin enjoyed great warm waters, finishing the 2019 season.

USA · JUL 26, 2019
04:45:00

From Danville, Pennsylvania, April became the first American woman to cross the Bonifacio Channel solo.

USA · JUN 27, 2019
04:23:00
These swimmers (ages 13 - 17) are the youngest individuals to ever make the Bonifacio crossing.

USA · JUN 19, 2019
04:16:00
Angela and Liz are the first to complete this as a tandem swim.

CANADA · SEP 3, 2018
05:00:00
Robert was the first swimmer to make it across Bonifacio in 2018.

BRAZIL · JUL 4, 2017
05:24:58
Alessandra Cima Rossi, from Dubai, became the first Brazilian to complete this swim.

MEXICO · JUN 23, 2017
05:54:12
Gonzalo Nadal became the first Mexican to complete this endurance feat.

SWITZERLAND · NOV 7, 2015
03:38:54
Romano Mombelli made this crossing in world record time.

USA · JUL 8, 2015
04:56:37
He became the first American to make the Bonifacio crossing in 2015.