Aboard · BOAT TRIPS WITH SWIMMING IN FRANCE
The 4 best boat trips with swimming in France you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cruise from Marseille into the Calanques National Park with up to 12 people. Swim and snorkel at Riou Island, Morgiou, Port Pin, or the Blue Cave, depending on the departure and conditions. Skippers such as Marie, Julia, Stefan, and Clémentine add local stories, drinks, wetsuits, and GoPro photos.
“Great way of seeing the national park and just the right amount of time Would recommend”
Leave Marseille’s Old Port on a small semi-rigid boat with up to 10 other people. Swim at Eaux Salées and Éverine, enter the Madrague cave, snorkel near Méjean, and stop at La Redonne. French-speaking guides such as Thomas, Laurent, and Cédric add local stories and flexible stops.
“Beautiful tour. The guide went above and beyond. My teenager loved the cliff jumping and caves. I loved the history and locals only secret spots along the tour.”
From Port Fréjus, you’ll cruise for 2.5 hours toward Cap Dramont, the Golden Island, and the Corniche d’Or aboard a comfortable motorboat. Your French and English-speaking crew will point out caves and coves, serve a drink, and stop for about 45 minutes to swim in a sheltered spot.
“It was a fantastic trip that fulfilled our expectations completely: a very friendly atmosphere, a guide that really took care of us who were the only non-French speaking guests, a high-standard big boat, a lot of nice views, and enough time for snorkeling/swimming/Stand-Up-Paddling. Recommendable!”
Join a small-group RIB boat tour from the Mucem with an English or French-speaking skipper. Cruise past Vallon des Auffes and Château d’If, swim with provided masks and snorkels, and stop 20 minutes at Port de Frioul. Guides such as Gilles and Tomas add local history and practical help.
“It has been my favorite experience in marseille!! Thank you so much! Our captain was amazing!”
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