Sailing trips · SAILING TRIPS WITH LUNCH IN FRANCE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 13 sailing trips with lunch in France worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before the lines come off.
Spend seven hours aboard the historic Le Don du Vent, sailing from Marseille toward Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, or La Côte Bleue. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat a fresh buffet, and sip organic wine while the crew, including Samir and Sam, keeps the day relaxed and friendly.
“Loved this boat day. The boat and staff are wonderful and everything is timed really well. Must do”
From Marseille’s Old Port, you’ll cruise aboard the traditional wooden schooner Goélette Alliance toward Château d’If, Frioul, Riou, and the Calanques. Expect two swim stops, snorkel gear, coffee, a fresh vegetarian buffet, dessert, and one glass of rosé. Sailing depends on the wind.
“Great cruise, wonderful views, nice people. The ship is comfortable, clean and luxurious!”
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.”
Join the Le Feng Shui catamaran at Mucem for a four-hour evening cruise toward the Frioul Archipelago. Enjoy sunset views, a seasonal bio-sourced buffet, live background music, one wine or beer, and open-air seating on deck, the rooftop, or nets.
“Sortie sympathique Repas correct Peut-être un peu trop de monde…”
Spend two hours aboard Bordeaux’s 1950s Yacht de Bordeaux, pairing a seasonal sweet and savory brunch with Garonne River views. You’ll have an air-conditioned indoor room for up to 150 people, an open bar throughout, and commentary on Bordeaux’s UNESCO-listed center, including explanations by guide Clément on selected departures.
“tres belle activité et instructif. le brunch au top et la gentillesse de nos matelots au top”
Join the small crew aboard Eleanor Mary for a seven-hour cruise from Marseille’s Old Port. Sail toward the Calanques National Park or Côte Bleue, stop to swim and snorkel, share a fresh vegetarian buffet, and enjoy organic white wine and rosé with up to 12 people.
“We had an amazing time on the sailboat cruise. We were able to visit the Calanques National Parc with time to stop for a swim and enjoy a delicious lunch! The sailboat crew was thoughtful and did a great job taking care of the passengers. Highly recommend taking this trip!”
Meet at pier 2 beside Marseille’s city hall for a 3.5-hour evening sail to the Frioul archipelago. Enjoy a vegetarian buffet from La Casa Consolat, organic Provençal rosé, music, swimming, snorkeling, and sunset views before returning under the Old Port lights.
“La croisière était très sympa ! L’équipage à bord a été super agréable et les différents plats / boissons proposés étaient délicieux ! À recommander !”
Spend 8.5 hours aboard a 30-person catamaran from Marseille’s Port de la Pointe Rouge. Your skippers guide you to Riou, Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, and a quiet swim stop, with lunch, rosé, snorkeling gear, wetsuits, and GoPro cameras included.
“Super activité qui a vite viré au cauchemar à cause de la météo… beaucoup de vent et de pluie, beaucoup de temps avant de nous donner des vêtements chauds alors qu’on était tous gelés sur le bateau, l’excursion était bien mais j’aurais pensé les guides plus fun… je recommande quand même car la météo ne se prévoit pas toujours malheureusement. Bon repas et bons équipements à bord, mais je cherche encore les paddles et trampoline annoncés dans la description.”
From the foot of Marseille’s Mucem, board the Feng Shui catamaran for a six-hour outing around the Frioul Archipelago. Expect open-deck views, a seasonal buffet, unlimited soft drinks, one beer or wine, music, and time to swim in a sheltered Mediterranean cove.
“Had a great day. We sailed for an hour to get to a quiet bay of crystal clear water. Once there we stopped for 4 hours to eat and swim, then set off back home. If you’re a fussy eater like myself, you should bring your own lunch. The buffet wasn’t to my taste but as I am more fussy than most. It contained beef, cheeses, salad and potatoes. The bar and drinks (especially unlimited soft drinks) were great. The staff were very friendly and chatty, the obviously love the job. The atmosphere was communal and positive. There was a range of families, couples and young adults.Read more”
Spend three hours aboard Catamaran Lucile, sailing from the Charles-de-Gaulle quay along the Grau du Roi and Port-Camargue coast. You’ll enjoy a sweet and savory brunch, three included drinks, lounge music from a live DJ, sunbathing, and a swim in the Mediterranean. French is the operating language.
“Superbe activité en famille. Le brunch est délicieux. L'ambiance sur le catamaran est top. Le petit plus avec la baignade. Je recommande !!!!”
Join skipper Ale and Ili for an eight-hour sailing trip from Santa Teresa toward Corsica. You will visit two or three weather-dependent stops, possibly Isola Piana and Lavezzi, then enjoy fresh local fish, wine, Sardinian sweets, and myrtle aboard a 15-meter Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49.
“viajem maravilhosa , lugar lindo, tudo perfeito, com certeza vale muito a pena.”
Sail aboard the French-built Maxi Catamaran Mayba from Marina Baie des Anges to the Lérins Islands and Cap d’Antibes. Captain François and his crew provide an aperitif, buffet lunch, drinks, paddleboards, and two relaxed anchorages during this eight-hour Côte d’Azur outing.
“Mi è piaciuto: la location dell’ancoraggio, suggestiva e bellissima; il cibo buono; l’equipaggio professionale e disponibile. Cosa potrebbe essere migliorato: fornire informazioni più chiare riguardo a un parcheggio nelle vicinanze per soste di lunga durata.”
Spend 3.5 hours aboard La Flaneuse with experienced English and French-speaking captains. Sail past Château d’If, Vallon des Auffes, and Pointe de Malmousque, then watch sunset near the Frioul Islands with wine, fresh fruit, mezzes, focaccia, and sandwiches.
“L’une des meilleures excursions que j’ai fait! Guides super accueillants, gentils, courtois. Voilier bien aménagé, très confortable et spacieux. Délicieux repas et boissons à volonté. Je recommande à 110%! Merci pour la belle soirée baignade, repas + coucher du soleil!”
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