The 15 Best Catamaran Cruises in France

Bonifacio: Catamaran trip with snorkeling at the Lavezzi Islands

1.Catamaran trip with snorkeling at the Lavezzi Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 471 reviews · 4 hours · from $88Our pick

Spend four hours sailing from Piantarella with a skipper such as Patrick, François, or Silva. Visit the Lavezzi and Cavallo areas, stop twice to swim, snorkel, or paddleboard, and adjust the balance of sailing and water time to the day’s weather.

“It was a great experience. Our skipper was very friendly and passionate about teaching the basics of sailing to anyone interested. The lavezzi islands are amazing..”

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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

2.Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 445 reviews · 3 hours · from $98

Spend an afternoon sailing from Cannes toward the Lérins Islands or the Esterel coast. You will transfer by ferry, settle onto a modern catamaran, swim and snorkel from the boat, and use kayaks or paddleboards when weather allows. French and English support is available.

“Fun tour in Cannes. Enjoyed swimming in the French Riviera.”

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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

3.Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 411 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $93

Cruise from Marseille’s Vieux-Port toward Vallon des Auffes, Château d’If, and the Frioul Islands. Your English or French speaking crew provides snorkels, paddleboards, soft drinks, snacks, and wetsuits when needed. Expect two swimming stops, local stories, and time to jump from the catamaran roof.

“beautiful view, everything was on time. we had 2 stops with the boat, got shnorkels and sap to enjoy the sea.”

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Côte d’Azur: Evening Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif

4.Evening Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 393 reviews · 2 hours · from $58Top rated

Spend two relaxed hours sailing near Saint-Tropez and Cavalaire on a spacious catamaran. Swim from the boat, watch the sun sink behind the coast, and enjoy an aperitif served by the crew. You can bring your own meal or order a €18 lunchbox from Cogolin 48 hours ahead.

“Totally worth it! Limited options of complimentary drinks but they offered a small bite which was surprising and very pleasant. There was time to take a dive. Overall would recommend”

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Côte d’Azur: Half-Day Coastline Catamaran Sailing Tour

5.Half-Day Coastline Catamaran Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 266 reviews · 3 hours · from $76

Spend three easygoing hours on a Côte d’Azur catamaran, sailing near St. Tropez before anchoring for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Crews such as Alex, Clement, Ryan, and Gael are known for friendly help. Bring a towel, sun protection, and cash; lunch is optional.

“Fun activity to combine relaxed sailing in front of St Tropez with swimming and SUP boarding”

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La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

6.Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 259 reviews · from $51

Set sail from Charles-de-Gaulle quay in La Grande Motte for a two-hour Camargue sunset cruise. Relax on sunbeds, enjoy a welcome cocktail and tapenade, and watch the town glow after dark. The host speaks French, and an optional cheese or vegetarian box costs €15 for two.

“The boat ride was awesome, the team was super friendly and welcoming, and everyone was smiling We had a great time, we recommend it”

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La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

7.Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 252 reviews · 2h 30m · from $40

Meet across from La Rochelle’s historic towers for a 150-minute cruise aboard a 16-meter maxi-catamaran. You’ll pass the Richelieu Tower and Les Minimes, then sail under open canvas while Marielle, Nathan, or another French-speaking crew member shares local stories. Bring your own food and drinks.

“Sortie au top ! Équipage très sympathique 😉! À faire et à refaire 😉!”

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Nice : Sunset at sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche Bay

8.Sunset at sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 235 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Sail from Nice to Villefranche Bay aboard a French-built Maxi Catamaran with a friendly French and English-speaking crew. After a short safety briefing, you anchor for swimming, paddleboarding, photos, and an included Punch Planteur or soft drink before returning to Nice with music.

“Had a wonderful time doing another boat ride with this company! Did an afternoon trip earlier in the week and decided to try the evening one. It was more packed, but still had time to swim and enjoy the sunset. Highly recommend.”

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La Grande Motte: Le Grau-du-Roi Bay Catamaran Cruise

9.Le Grau-du-Roi Bay Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 232 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $34Best value

Set out from La Grande Motte on a French-language catamaran cruise across the Bay of Aigues-Mortes. You can stretch out on the roof, deck, or nets, enjoy music and Camargue views, and swim during the longer 2.5-hour summer sailing in July and August.

“La découverte du port de Camargue et l’ambiance musicale”

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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

10.Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 214 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Board a large catamaran in Cannes’ Old Port for a four-hour sail toward the Lérins Islands. Swim, snorkel, kayak, or paddleboard when conditions allow, then enjoy a cold buffet and rosé before taking the included ferry from Saint-Marguerite Island back to Cannes.

“Great experience! Much larger boat then we were expecting and it felt very high end. The lunch buffet was also very nice. The whole staff was extremely helpful and polite.”

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Catamaran from Cannes

11.Catamaran from Cannes

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $109

Meet at Cannes’ Port Canto area for a relaxed catamaran cruise toward the Lérins Islands. Swim from the boat, use shared kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear, and add a lunch buffet if you wish. Half-day and full-day options are available, with some half-day trips requiring a ferry transfer.

“The whole experience was very good and worth the money… However the staff where you go to check in not very helpful when asked which boat and where we needed to go… Was just told to go over to where the boats where All 50 of them So not very good customer service”

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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Cruise, Picnic, & Swimming

12.Calanques Catamaran Cruise, Picnic, & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 192 reviews · 5 hours - 450 minutes · from $104

Spend a day on Grenadine, a comfortable 24-person catamaran, with two skippers, stops at Riou Island, Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, and the Blue Cave. Mary, Julie, or Clemence may be among the skippers. Your fare includes lunch, rosé, soft drinks, snorkeling gear, wetsuits, and GoPro cameras.

“We had such a spectacular day on this cruise! We're not big water enthusiasts, so we were nervous ahead of the tour, but it was stunning and worth going. The guide shared many facts about the area while we rode through the calanques, and the swimming places were beautiful. They also made sure we never went hungry or thirsty. We absolutely loved this!”

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Marseille: A day on a catamaran in the Calanques – All inclusive

13.A day on a catamaran in the Calanques – All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 174 reviews · 8 hours · from $152

Board the maxi-catamaran Samba in Marseille’s Old Port for an eight-hour day through the Calanques. Sail or cruise by electric and thermal power, stop to swim and paddle, and enjoy a buffet, wine, soft drinks, and an aperitif. The route changes with the weather.

“Beautiful trip! The boat was gorgeous, gave enough time to swim, tan, enjoy the boar, eat lunch, and relax. The lunch was good and there was plenty of food. There was a lot of space for many people. Would absolutely recommend and do again!”

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Catamaran trip to the Lavezzi Islands at sunset with snorkeling

14.Catamaran trip to the Lavezzi Islands at sunset with snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 138 reviews · 2h 30m · from $76

You’ll sail from Piantarella Beach, or Bonifacio in low season, to the Lavezzi Islands aboard a comfortable catamaran. The crew may visit Cavallo or Ratino, explain basic sailing, and stop for swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding as the sun sets. François has been praised for his humor and clear explanations.

“Bonjour, la balade a été annulé par l’organisateur, en raison des conditions météorologiques nous proposant de décaler, étant notre dernier jour en corse je demande un remboursement. Et depuis samedi plus de nouvelles… pas très professionnel.”

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Hyères : Sunset Catamaran Cruise to Giens Peninsula

15.Sunset Catamaran Cruise to Giens Peninsula

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 138 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Set sail from Hyères Saint-Pierre Port for a two-hour sunset cruise toward La Badine Beach. You’ll enjoy a calm catamaran ride, an anchorage stop, paddleboards and water toys, plus planter punch, soft drinks, and salty snacks. French and English service is available.

“J’ai été très déçu car la croisière a été annulée à cause les mauvaises conditions météorologiques. Par contre en août je l’ai faite avec des amis et c’est magique, nous avons tous adoré, je recommencerai sûrement…”

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