The 5 Best Bay and Coastal Catamaran Cruises in France

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 266 reviews · 3 hours · from $76 per person Our pick

Spend three hours cruising near Saint-Tropez with a French and English-speaking crew. Expect an aperitif, clear water for swimming, kayaks and paddles, plus fruit or punch on some departures. The €18 lunch box is optional and must be ordered 48 hours ahead from Marines de Cogolin.

“It was a nice boat trip and fun to swim and paddle on the stop in the middle of the trip. Free drinks and a fresh snack. And lots of space to relax.”

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2.Sunset at sea on a Maxi Catamaran – Villefranche Bay

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

Join the crew of AMC Cape Grace at Nice’s Port for a two-hour evening sail to Villefranche Bay. Expect sunset views, a swim or paddleboard stop, Punch Planteur, soft drinks, music, and a friendly French and English-speaking crew. Bring beachwear, a towel, sunglasses, and biodegradable sunscreen.

“vibe was amazing, free drinks and snacks, great music”

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

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

You will cruise from La Grande Motte across the Bay of Aigues-Mortes aboard a spacious catamaran with a French-speaking crew. Choose the roof, deck, or front nets for your seat, breathe in the sea air, and enjoy a 90-minute to 2-hour outing. Swimming is offered only on the 2.5-hour July and August sailing.

“voglio lodare il capitano super professionale, bella esperienza da fare.”

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4.Hyères: Morning Discovery – Guided Tour of the Coast by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 3 hours · from $76 per person Top rated

Spend three hours aboard the 22.85-meter Iladora, sailing from Hyères past Giens, Porquerolles, Port-Cros, and Pointe des Mèdes. A French- and English-speaking crew provides stories about the coast and marine life, then anchors near Fort de Brégançon for swimming, paddleboarding, snorkeling, drinks, and planteur punch.

“Le confort sur le catamaran était top, les guides étaient très sympas, bonne ambiance, bonne musique Même s’il y a beaucoup de monde au port, on ne se marche pas dessus sur le bateau ! Un temps de baignade supplémentaire serait aussi un plus !”

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5.3H30 Explore the south shore of the bay of Ajaccio Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4 reviews · 3h 30m · from $94 per person

Spend 210 minutes sailing from Ajaccio along Corsica’s south shore with a French-speaking guide. Stop at one or two quiet coves for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding, then enjoy a picnic with views of the Sanguinaires Islands. Masks, snorkels, and floating equipment are provided.

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