Moby Corse ferry

MS Moby Corse is a Ro-Ro passenger ferry owned and operated by the Italian company MOBY LINES. The ship has a maximum capacity of 1,200 passengers and 450 cars. She was launched in 1978 and currently operates on the Mediterranean (Italy–Corsica, France) ferry route Genoa–Bastia with a crossing time of 6.5 hours.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Moby Corse offers a total of 400 air-conditioned cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms (WC, shower, hairdryer). The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. The ship also features wheelchair-accessible cabins adapted for disabled passengers.

Moby Corse staterooms are available in the following categories:

• Inside Twin (C2, C2G) – 2-berth, no windows
• Outside Twin (C2E, C2EN, C2EG) – 2-berth, with porthole
• Inside Quad (C4, C4G, C4N) – 4-berth, no windows
• Outside Quad (C4E, C4EG, C4EN) – 4-berth, with porthole
• Outside Twin (J4E) – 4-berth Junior Suite with one double bed and porthole
• Moby Lines staterooms in categories C2G, C2EG, C4G, and C4EG are designated “Pet Cabins” with linoleum flooring.
• Disabled cabins are not available for online booking (contact Moby Lines at +49 (0) 611 14020).

All cabins are located on decks 2, 3, 6, and 8.

The ship’s Seating Lounge features large TVs and comfortable Pullman reclining seats. Reserved seats can be booked online or onboard (at the Reception Desk, subject to availability).

All passengers must vacate their cabins one hour before arrival at the homeport.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

As a cruise ferry, Moby Corse offers the following onboard facilities:

• Accommodation – passenger cabins and Seating Lounge (standard and reserved recliners).
• Show Lounge (forward) – piano bar with stage for live entertainment such as comedy and music shows.
• All lounges are equipped with large satellite TVs.
• Dining venues – Self-Service Restaurant (buffet-style, kids’ menu), A La Carte Restaurant “La Brasserie” (deck 7, gourmet cuisine, fine wines, desserts), Acme Pizzeria (Looney Tunes-themed, self-service), Le Café (deck 7, cafeteria/snack bar/patisserie/coffee shop), Admiral Pub (deck 7 aft, two-level sports bar), Columbus Bar (deck 7), Lido Bar (serving the sundeck), and Gelateria (Ice Cream Shop/Sky Bar on deck 10).
• All meals are prepared using locally sourced ingredients. The buffet restaurant serves freshly cooked Mediterranean dishes.
• Video Games Room – teen lounge with arcade machines.
• Children’s World (deck 7) – playroom with toys, games, and a full-size play boat.
• Moby Shopping Center (deck 7) – boutique and general store offering gifts, souvenirs, alcohol, tobacco, perfumes, cosmetics, clothing, sportswear, toiletries, electronics, toys, and books.
• Sun Deck (Solarium, deck 10) – open-air top deck served by Lido Bar (drinks and snacks). The Sun Deck also houses the Navigation Bridge (forward, near officers’ quarters) and a helipad (midship, for emergency use).
• Wi-Fi and Internet access are available at an additional cost. Mobile phone chargers and iPad rentals are also offered.

The ship is equipped with kennels for domestic pets. Valid pet health certificates are required. During embarkation and disembarkation, dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Passengers traveling with pets disembark last.

All Moby Lines vessels are equipped with CCTV cameras for security. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas. Looney Tunes characters and branding are featured throughout the fleet under Moby’s partnership with Warner Bros.

Car decks

All vehicles transported must have proper documentation and valid insurance. Having the vehicle’s technical data sheet helps speed up boarding procedures. Passengers must specify their vehicle’s model, length, and height when booking. Car ferry passengers should arrive at the departure port 90 minutes before departure.

Car deck safety procedures include:

• Disabled passengers or those needing assistance should contact the Information Desk.
• Apply the handbrake, place the vehicle in park or first gear, and switch off the ignition, alarm, lights, and all electrical systems. Gas cylinders (if any) must be turned off. Lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand luggage from the vehicle.
• Note the vehicle’s location and garage deck number before leaving the car deck.
• Access to the car decks during the voyage is strictly prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, in cabins, or lounges is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• Do not start the engine until instructed to avoid air pollution.

The charterer Moby Lines (fleet), founded in 1959 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, operates ferry routes connecting mainland Italy and France with the Mediterranean islands of Corsica, Elba, and Sardinia.