Boat Trips with Drinks in France: Our Top 11

1.From Ajaccio: Sanguinaires Islands Boat Trip With Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 767 reviews · 2h 30m · from $68Our pick

Join JPS Aventure for a 150-minute sunset trip from Ajaccio or Porticcio aboard a small RIB limited to 12 people. A French-speaking captain takes you to Mezzu Mare, the largest Sanguinaire Island, for a lighthouse walk, swimming stop, Corsican charcuterie, rosé wine, and polyphonic music. Expect a scenic outing with a real speedboat feel.

“Activité qui change des circuits ou excursions habituelles Explications pleines d'humour et rafarichissantes”

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2.Côte d’Azur: Evening Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 393 reviews · 2 hours · from $58Best value

Spend two hours on a spacious evening catamaran near Saint-Tropez and Cavalaire. Captain Vianney, Ryan, Clement, and other crew members have been praised for friendly service and clear French-English guidance. Expect sunset views, a 20-minute swim stop, music, cushions, and an aperitif. Bring snacks or order the optional €18 lunchbox from Cogolin 48 hours ahead.

“We absolutely enjoyed this experience! Despite if so-so weather (string wind, some clouds and risk of rain) and the maximum capacity in terms of passengers; we had most warm welcome on this beautiful, spacious and very clean boat. It did not feel overcrowded at all, the drinks and apéro was very decent. We followed the advice and got some more snacks with us, along with warmer change clothes and we did not regret. The scenery was outstanding : we passed through mega yacht a and stoped at the most charming little corner of Saint Tropez for an evening dip. Very much recommended”

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3.Saint-Raphaël: Golden Island Afternoon Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 315 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Spend four hours aboard a catamaran from Saint-Raphaël’s Old Port, sailing past Île d’Or, Cap Dramont, Agay Bay, and the Estérel coves. Stop between Cap Roux and the Anthéor Viaduct for paddleboarding, swimming, drinks, and snacks, then return by way of the Calanque des Contrebandiers.

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4.Marseille: Frioul Islands Sunset Cruise with Cocktail Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 300 reviews · 3h 30m · from $112

Join the historic Le Don Du Vent at Marseille’s Pier 2 for a 3.5-hour sunset sail with hosts including Olivier and Samir. Cruise to the Frioul Islands, anchor in a cove, enjoy a fresh buffet with organic white wine and rosé, then swim or snorkel before returning beneath the lights of La Bonne-Mère.

“Great value for money. The atmosphere on the boat was wonderful with great company and a fantastic crew! Free flowing wine, funny but professional crew - always making sure you were comfortable and ensured your glass was full and had enough food. Location for a swim during sunset was perfect. Dinner was light but very tasty and you could fill up on all the breads and dips”

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

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

Set out from Marseille’s Old Port on the maxi-catamaran Samba for an eight-hour day in the Calanques National Park. You’ll sail past Cap Croisette and Île Maïre, stop to swim and paddle, and enjoy a buffet with wine, soft drinks, and an aperitif. The route and moorings depend on weather.

“The tour itself was very enjoyable, and we had a lovely time on board. However, we weren’t informed (at least not in English) that there would only be one stop during the trip. We assume this may have been due to the windy weather, but we can only guess. It also seemed that this might be the reason the sails weren’t raised—although we suspect that may not have been planned from the beginning, as there were only three crew members on board who likely wouldn’t have been able to manage that alongside serving guests. It was a bit unfortunate that only the swimming announcement was made in English. All other…”

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6.Marseille: Sunset catamaran cruise, buffet & drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews · from $72

Spend four hours aboard Le Feng Shui, sailing from the Mucem toward the Frioul Archipelago and calanques. You will relax on the rooftop, nets, or deck, enjoy a seasonal bio-sourced buffet, and receive one glass of wine or beer. English and French service is available, with the route adjusted for sea conditions.

“The activity was very expensive compared to what we did. We went from point A to point B, stayed in the same place for about an hour, and returned to the meeting point. We didn't get to see the sunset. The crew on the boat was very friendly, which was the only highlight.”

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7.Golf Juan: Sunset Sailing Cruise with aperitif at the Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 101 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Join captain and guide Valentin for a three-hour sunset sail from Juan-les-Pins, limited to nine people. Cruise past Antibes and the Lérins Islands, hear local stories, swim or snorkel near Sainte-Marguerite Island or Cap d’Antibes, and enjoy wine with local snacks as the sun sets.

“Great fun but the paddle board was not great as it was only an inflatable one.”

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8.Bonifacio: sunset catamaran trip and aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Spend three hours on a comfortable catamaran in the Strait of Bonifacio, with a maximum of 12 people. You will enjoy Corsican cheese, charcuterie, drinks, swimming, paddles, masks, snorkels, and water scooters. The route leaves from Paragan Bay or Santa Manza Bay, depending on the weather.

“Sehr schöne Fahrt mit leckerem Essen und genug Zeit, um zu schnorcheln oder zu schwimmen. Der Katamaran war nicht so überfüllt wie andere Boote. Man hatte genug Platz, um sich zu entspannen.”

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9.Bonifacio: Sunset Aperitif Dining Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 45 reviews · 2h 30m · from $117

Leave Bonifacio Port with guide Jean for a 150-minute sunset cruise along the cliffs and calanques. Swim at Fazzio, use the provided paddleboards and snorkeling gear, then enjoy AOP charcuterie, farmhouse cheese, baguette, wine, and water as the sky turns orange. The French-language tour returns to Ponton D.

“moment magnifique avec Jean , il nous a reçu avec beaucoup d'humour et beaucoup d'histoires sur Bonifacio. la chaleur, la mer , le vin , le plateau charcuterie et le coucher de soleil étaient parfaits”

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10.Marseille: Sunset Cruise Cocktail-Dinner in Frioul Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · from $94

Join the crew aboard Eleanor Mary for a 3.5-hour sunset sailing trip from Marseille’s Old Port to the Frioul Islands. You’ll enjoy prosecco, a fresh vegetarian buffet, organic wine, swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding in a sheltered cove. The small group, capped at 12 people, keeps the evening relaxed and personal.

“The trip was amazing, fabulous wine and food, sunset was unbelievable. A fantastic way to see Marseille from a different angle. We sat on bean bags which we enjoyed but maybe difficult for others.”

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11.L’Île-Rousse, Corsica Catamaran Excursion: Agriates Sunset Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 4h 30m · from $159

Join Éric and Franck of family-run CORSICA NAVIGATION for a small-group catamaran trip from L'Île-Rousse to L'Acciolu Beach. Swim, snorkel, paddle, and share a generous aperitif before sailing back past the Pietra islands at sunset. The boat carries up to 18 people, with French and English guidance.

“Un moment extra hors du temps avec une équipe au petit soin ! Tout est parfait, les cocktails sont à tomber par terre, la planche apéritive copieuse, en petit nombre sur le bateau et le spectacle du couché de soleil incroyable ! Je recommande les yeux fermés ! À faire absolument !”

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