{"id":691,"date":"2025-12-12T16:22:53","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T16:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runtoswim.com\/?page_id=691"},"modified":"2026-08-02T09:12:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T09:12:05","slug":"c2s","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.runtoswim.com\/tr\/c2s\/","title":{"rendered":"Bonifacio Crossing Expedition 2027 | Corsica to Sardinia Open Water Swim"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BONIFACIO
CROSSING
EXPEDITION<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n\n

Strait of Bonifacio<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Late June \/ Early July 2027<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Cross one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic sea passages with expert coaching, dedicated support boats and meticulous expedition planning.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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APPLY FOR WAITLIST<\/code><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
WATCH THE CROSSING<\/code><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83e\udded Coach-Led Expedition<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><\/div>

Professional guidance from preparation to finish. Every swimmer is supported before, during and after the crossing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udccd GPS Verified Crossing<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><\/div>

Every successful crossing is documented with GPS tracking and recognized with an GPS Verified Finish.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udce1 Live Family Updates<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><\/div>

Designated family members receive live location and key expedition updates throughout the crossing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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THE CROSSING<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The Strait of Bonifacio is one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic open water crossings. Each expedition is carefully planned around weather, sea state and maritime safety to provide the best possible crossing conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Expedition Overview<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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  • \ud83c\udfc1 Route:<\/strong> Punta Sperone (Corsica) \u2192 Northern Sardinia<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \ud83c\udf0a Distance:<\/strong> Approximately 13 km<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \ud83c\udf21 Water Temperature:<\/strong> 22\u201325\u00b0C (Optimal for long-distance endurance).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u23f1 Typical Crossing Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 4\u20136 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \ud83d\udcc5 Crossing Window:<\/strong> Late June \/ Early July<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    \"Illustrated<\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    SAFETY & EXPEDITION SUPPORT<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Every Bonifacio Crossing is built around one principle: safety comes first.<\/strong> From the first briefing to the final stroke, experienced local skippers, structured feed protocols, and continuous communication ensure that every participant is supported throughout the expedition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Professional Support Boat<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Every swim is supported by a dedicated escort boat carrying safety equipment, hydration, nutrition, and maintaining direct communication throughout the crossing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Professional Briefing<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Before departure, participants receive a structured briefing covering sea conditions, route planning, communication procedures, feeding strategy, and pod coordination, ensuring every swimmer starts with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Feeding & Hydration<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Planned feeding stops are coordinated from the escort boat, allowing swimmers to hydrate and refuel without leaving the water or disrupting their rhythm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Local Maritime Expertise<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Experienced local skippers provide valuable knowledge of the Strait of Bonifacio, supporting route planning, weather assessment, and operational decisions throughout the expedition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Live Family Updates<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Families receive live location updates, photos, and progress reports through a private WhatsApp group, providing reassurance from start to finish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Emergency Response Planning<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Every expedition follows predefined emergency procedures, clear communication protocols, and coordinated support boat operations, ensuring participant safety at every stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    EXPERIENCE THE CROSSING<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Discover the expedition through real moments captured on the water\u2014from pre-departure preparations to the crossing itself and the teamwork that supports every swimmer from start to finish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    \"Escort
    Escort boats and swimmers move together across the Strait of Bonifacio.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    \"Participants
    Every expedition begins with a structured safety and route briefing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    \"Swimmers
    Scheduled feeding keeps swimmers hydrated and energized.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    LIMITED EXPEDITION<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A small group.
    A bigger experience.<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Every Bonifacio expedition is intentionally limited to a carefully selected group of swimmers. Smaller groups allow closer coaching, better coordination and a more personal expedition experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    \"Swimmers
    A small team sharing one unforgettable crossing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    OFFICIAL FINISHERS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Every name represents
    a completed crossing.<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Each finisher has successfully completed the Bonifacio Crossing and received an official RunToSwim Completion Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n