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Catamaran Cruises in France: Our Top 15

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Good catamaran cruises in France fill up weeks ahead and the small boats go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Bonifacio: Catamaran trip with snorkeling at the Lavezzi Islands - The first 45 minutes: sailing toward the islands
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Bonifacio: Catamaran trip with snorkeling at the Lavezzi Islands

1.Bonifacio: Catamaran trip with snorkeling at the Lavezzi Islands

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

From Piantarella Beach, sail by comfortable catamaran toward the Lavezzi Archipelago and Cavallo Island. Your skipper may invite you to help sail, then anchors twice for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding. The route changes with wind and crowds, and the exact departure time arrives by text the evening before.

“Lovely catamaran ride to the islands! Very beautiful. Plenty of time to swim, snorkel or SUP at 2 locations! The time of arrival was slightly confusing and we ended up arriving at the wrong time, but they were able to get us to the catamaran and it all worked out fine. Thank you Francois for a wonderful morning!”

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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise - Sailing the Bay of Cannes in the Afternoon
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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

2.Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

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

Meet at Cannes Old Port, take a short ferry to Sainte-Marguerite Island, then board a modern catamaran for a three-hour afternoon cruise. Swim, snorkel, kayak, or use a paddleboard when weather allows. French and English commentary is available, and water is included. Bring a towel, swimwear, and cash for onboard extras.

“Great boat, friendly crew, perfect short cruise. We enjoyed drinking beers on the back of the boat and a relaxing swim in a cute bay.”

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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle - Château d’If and the Frioul archipelago
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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

3.Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

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

Meet Bleu Evasion at Marseille’s Vieux-Port for a three to four-hour catamaran trip with stops near Vallon des Auffes, Château d’If, and the Frioul Islands. Captain Nico, Julie, Marie, or another bilingual crew member may guide the outing. Swim, snorkel, paddle, and use the roof jump board, with soft drinks and wetsuits available.

“Superb experience. Both our guides were lovely and involved with all the guests. Thoroughly enjoyed and recommended”

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Côte d'Azur: Evening Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif - Sunset views from Saint-Tropez to Cavalaire
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Côte d’Azur: Evening Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif

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

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

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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Côte d'Azur: Half-Day Coastline Catamaran Sailing Tour - The aperitif sets the tone
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Côte d’Azur: Half-Day Coastline Catamaran Sailing Tour

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

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

Spend three hours aboard a Côte d’Azur catamaran with French and English-speaking crew. Expect an aperitif after boarding, a swim stop near Saint-Tropez, kayaks and paddles, and time to relax on deck. Captains and crew members such as Alex, Clément, Ryan, Gael, and Leia have earned warm praise for their friendly help.

“Really fun trip with opportunities to swim and use the kayaks, conditions were a little choppy but the crew made the best of it and adjusted. Super friendly crew and a wonderful experience.”

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La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink - A catamaran built for a relaxed evening
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La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

6.La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

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

Board an eco-friendly catamaran at Charles-de-Gaulle quay in La Grande Motte for a two-hour sunset sail toward the Camargue. You get one cocktail or soft drink, tapenade, time on the sunbeds, and evening views of the town on the return. The French-speaking crew handles the sailing, fuel, and insurance.

“We did this activity twice, both times very different and both great! The second time it was a bit stormy and this was also a great experience! Cozy atmosphere!”

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Nice : Sunset at sea on a Maxi Catamaran - Villefranche Bay - Anchoring in Villefranche Bay around 8 pm
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Nice : Sunset at sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche Bay

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

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

Set out from Nice at about 7:30 pm aboard a large French-made catamaran with a friendly French and English-speaking crew. Sail to Villefranche Bay, anchor for swimming or paddleboarding, and enjoy Punch Planteur plus soft drinks. The sunset mood is lovely, but hills around the bay can hide the actual setting sun.

“Really enjoyed the sunset cruise. Although the sea was abit choppy on the evening we went, the captain did a great job at managing the trip out and back. We loved the views and the swim off the boat was great for us and the kids!”

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La Grande Motte: Le Grau-du-Roi Bay Catamaran Cruise - The view toward Le Grau-du-Roi and the Camargue
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La Grande Motte: Le Grau-du-Roi Bay Catamaran Cruise

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

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

Set out from La Grande Motte with a French-speaking skipper and crew for a 90-minute to 2-hour catamaran cruise across the Bay of Aigues-Mortes. Stretch out on the roof, deck, or nets, breathe in the sea air, and look toward the Camargue and Le Grau-du-Roi. Swimming is offered only on the 2.5-hour July and August sailing.

“super activité. superbe ballade avec super personnel. De grands moments”

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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch - Getting from Quai Saint Pierre to the catamaran
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Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

9.Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

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

Sail from Cannes’ Old Port to the Lérins Islands aboard a spacious catamaran. You’ll have time to swim, snorkel, kayak, or paddleboard before a cold buffet lunch and glass of rosé. The half-day trip ends on St. Marguerite Island, where you take the included ferry back to Cannes.

“Such a great trip! Was the best thing we did all weekend! Would recommend getting there early to get a good spot on the boat.”

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Catamaran from Cannes - Lunch, snacks, and the difference between the options
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Catamaran from Cannes

10.Catamaran from Cannes

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

Meet at 20 Quai Saint-Pierre in Cannes for a relaxed catamaran cruise toward the Lérins Islands. Depending on your booking, you can swim, snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, and eat an onboard buffet lunch. Half-day guests may board a ferry to Sainte-Marguerite Island, so arrive early and read the meeting instructions carefully.

“None .very disappointing 😞 captain and 1st mate very rude.no sailing time.never again.dont waste your time or money.”

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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Cruise, Picnic, & Swimming - Leaving from Port de la Pointe Rouge
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Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Cruise, Picnic, & Swimming

11.Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Cruise, Picnic, & Swimming

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

Set out from Port de la Pointe Rouge aboard Grenadine, a comfortable catamaran limited to 24 people. With skippers such as Mary, Julie, and Clémence, you’ll visit Riou, Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, and possibly En-Vau, with swim stops, snorkeling gear, wetsuits, lunch, rosé, and GoPro cameras included.

“there was lots of swimming and great interaction with our host”

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Marseille: A day on a catamaran in the Calanques - All inclusive - Cap Croisette and the first Calanque stop
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Marseille: A day on a catamaran in the Calanques – All inclusive

12.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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Catamaran trip to the Lavezzi Islands at sunset with snorkeling - A catamaran ride with a little sailing lesson
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Catamaran trip to the Lavezzi Islands at sunset with snorkeling

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

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

Spend 150 minutes on a small-group catamaran from Piantarella Beach, or Bonifacio in low season, sailing toward the Lavezzi Islands. You’ll stop to swim and snorkel near islands such as Cavallo or Ratino, with paddleboards provided. The crew, including François on some departures, explains sailing and adapts the route to the weather.

“Très belle sortie en Catamaran avec le plaisir de se baigner autour des îles lavezzi et d'admirer le coucher de soleil. Je recommande !”

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Hyères : Sunset Catamaran Cruise to Giens Peninsula - Boarding at Hyères Saint-Pierre Port
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Hyères : Sunset Catamaran Cruise to Giens Peninsula

14.Hyères : Sunset Catamaran Cruise to Giens Peninsula

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

From Hyères Saint-Pierre Port, you’ll sail by maxi-catamaran toward La Badine Beach as the sun drops over the Mediterranean. The two-hour trip includes a calm anchorage, paddleboards, water toys, salty snacks, soft drinks, and planter punch. French and English are spoken, and the route may change with weather or site rules.

“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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Marseille: Sunset catamaran cruise, buffet & drinks - A Seasonal Buffet Instead of a Separate Dinner
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Marseille: Sunset catamaran cruise, buffet & drinks

15.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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★ 4.8Marseille : Calanques Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & WineFrom $19954 reviews
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★ 4.6Marina Baie des Anges: Sunset at sea on a Maxi CatamaranFrom $8133 reviews
★ 4.8L’Île-Rousse, Corsica Catamaran Excursion: Agriates Sunset AperitifFrom $15936 reviews
★ 4.9Hyères: Morning Discovery – Guided Tour of the Coast by CatamaranFrom $7634 reviews
★ 4.7Côte d’Azur: Cap Taillat Catamaran Day TourFrom $12960 reviews
★ 4.6Departure from BRUSC: Half-day catamaran cruiseFrom $7655 reviews
★ 4.9Departure from BRUSC sunset on sailing catamaranFrom $8241 reviews
★ 4.5Catamaran Lucile | Sunday brunchFrom $7646 reviews
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