Catamaran Cruises in France: Our Top 5

1.Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

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

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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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.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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4.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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5.Baden: Gulf of Morbihan Exploration by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 114 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

From Port-Blanc in Baden, you spend three hours aboard a spacious Caseneuve Maxi Catamaran, sailing past Berder, Jument, Moines, Arradon, or Arz depending on the route. The French and English-speaking crew serves an aperitif, and the wide deck and stable nets make this a comfortable choice for families and first-time sailors.

“C'était un aprem au top du top . Le skipper et le matelot d'une gentillesse incroyable. Très a l'écoute, et la cerise sur le gâteau , un ti punch fait sur place et des p'tits toasts en accompagnement. De belles rencontres sur le catamaran. On a ADORÉ.”

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