FRANCE
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular sailing tours. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
A 2-hour sunset sailing cruise on a 16m catamaran in La Rochelle with real wind-powered sail time, great crew stories, and views for $40.
“Had an excellent sail. The captain and crew were very accommodating. Trolling into the city at night was amazing. Everyone onboard was dancing and having a fun time.”
Sail from La Rochelle to Fort Boyard on a 4-hour catamaran cruise with sea views, photo stops, crew stories, and time to relax.
“Sortie de bateau super agréable en famille avec enfants et petits enfants, un soleil c'est offert à nous tous le temps de notre balade de 4h, jusqu'au fort boyard superbe, je conseil cette balade en mer à tous et toute ,et merci au deux skippers.”
Seine River dinner cruise with live singer from Port de la Rapée. See Eiffel Tower sparkle, Notre-Dame, and more with optional dinner and drinks.
“Definitely worth the reservation! It was nice to travel the Seine at sunset — the dinner was excellent and the service was very attentive. The live entertainment ( a singer ) with a Smokey jazz sound was a plus + making the whole evening very memorable. ** order the Veal ! It was AWESOME…..”
Half-day catamaran from Bonifacio to the Lavezzi Islands for sailing lessons, snorkeling, and SUP, with a possible Cavallo stop.
“I loved the snorkeling and the other ocean activities, we went pretty far out in a short time”
Marseille sunset sailing on a wooden schooner: swim in the Frioul cove, enjoy a vegetarian buffet dinner and Provence rosé.
“Everything was perfect, crew were helpful and friendly, food was nice, perfect weather, wood recommend”
Half-day catamaran cruise from Cannes to Ste Marguerite with swimming, snorkel gear, and sea toys in the Bay of Cannes.
“A great afternoon on the catamaran! Would highly recommend, not crowded, comfortable and a good amount of time swimming!”
Sail from Marseille to the Frioul Calanques, learn basic sailing, swim and snorkel in a sheltered cove on this four-hour trip.
“Had a great time, we stopped at a beautiful Calanque and also got the opportunity to sail.”
Marseille Calanques catamaran with snorkeling, stand-up paddle and a roof-top jump. Visit Frioul and Château d'If in 3-4 hours.
“We had an amazing time on the afternoon tour around the Frioul archipelago. The catamaran was spacious and comfortable and the two stops to swim and paddle in the calanques were great fun. Our Captain Nico (Nicotine) was friendly, funny and informative, giving us a glimpse into the history of the area. There are some…”
Sail the Calanques from Marseille on Le Don du Vent for swimming, snorkeling, and a chef-made buffet lunch with organic wine.
“Excellent crew, very attentive and friendly especially with kids. Good food, plenty of coffee and wine. We get to swim lots in beautiful location. Our 3 1/2years old even get to swim too. The boat was beautiful and it was an amazing experience to be on it. We really recommend it.”
Sail the Côte d’Azur at sunset on a spacious catamaran with an aperitif, sea swim, Saint-Tropez views, and optional meal for $58.
“Great evening trip to see the sunset! Thanks, Caseneuve Maxi Catamaran for a help with reservation!”
Sail Marseille’s Calanques on a classic schooner with snorkel stops, a vegetarian lunch, and rosé—scenery first, value built in.
“Excellent! Couldn’t recommend this more - very relaxed, beautiful scenery and great lunch”
Half-day catamaran sailing on the Côte d’Azur with an aperitif, swimming break, and kayak or paddle time near St Tropez.
“We loved Vladimir and Elonna!! They were amazing and so helpful. The water was so beautiful and turquoise, perfect day!”
Cruise from La Grande Motte into the Camargue at sunset with a drink, tapenade, sunbeds, and glowing evening views for $51.
“The boat ride was awesome, the team was super friendly and welcoming, and everyone was smiling We had a great time, we recommend it”
La Rochelle catamaran cruise on a 16m maxi-catamaran past Richelieu Tower and Les Minimes. Bring your apéritif and listen to the crew.
“L’équipe était très accueillante. Ballade agréable et détendue, agrémentée de quelques anecdotes locales et historiques. Merci!”
Sail La Rochelle’s bay on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran in 2 hours, past the Richelieu Tower, Les Minimes, and Fort Boyard area.
“Un peu plus d'ambiance”
