Boat Trips with Drinks in France: Our Top 4

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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