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14 Best Calanques Boat Tours

The Calanques by sea: boat runs into the white-cliff inlets with swim stops, sailing days with lunch and the Cote Bleue’s quieter coves on the west routes. The fjord-like calanques have no road access worth the name; the boats own the view.

1.From Marseille: Iconic Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming

Discover the stunning Calanques of France on this boat tour from Marseille, including swimming, snorkeling, and breathtaking coastal views for $92.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“We saw breathtaking views that can only be seen by boat. Stefan was an excellent guide and provided lots of good information and stories related to the Calanques. He made several stops allowing for swimming and snorkeling. On the way back, when the wind picked…”

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

Experience the stunning Calanques from Marseille on a private, all-inclusive catamaran cruise with swimming, snorkeling, picnic, and wine for a memorable day.

★ 4.8

“We had such a spectacular day on this cruise! We're not big water enthusiasts, so we were nervous ahead of the tour, but it was stunning and worth going. The guide shared many facts about the area while we rode through the calanques, and the…”

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7.Cruise, Coffee and Swimming in the Calanques of Frioul

Experience a tranquil morning cruise from Marseille to the Frioul Islands, with swimming, snacks, and stunning views in a quiet, eco-friendly boat.

★ 4.7

“We lived the relaxed morning, being on the water in a reasonable sized boat, ambling along at a moderate pace. We had the opportunity for two swims, water was crystal clear. Throw in a few more noodles along with the snorkel equipment and it’s perfect”

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8.Marseille: Calanques National Park Boat Trip with Swimming

Explore the stunning Calanques on a 4.5-hour eco-friendly boat trip from Marseille, including snorkeling, swimming, and breathtaking scenery for $111.

★ 4.7

“A fabulous afternoon swimming and cruising in the beautiful Calanques region. Fantastic host, knowledgeable and friendly. The boat was clan and comfortable. I highly recommend this activity with Eco Calanques, truly memorable.”

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9.Marseille: Evening sailboat trip to the Calanques du Frioul with buffet and organic wine

Experience a sunset sailboat trip from Marseille to the Calanques du Frioul with organic wine, a vegetarian buffet, and unforgettable views.

★ 4.8

“La croisière était très sympa ! L’équipage à bord a été super agréable et les différents plats / boissons proposés étaient délicieux ! À recommander !”

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11.Marseille : Calanques Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Wine

Discover Marseille’s stunning Calanques on a 8.5-hour catamaran cruise with lunch, wine, snorkeling gear, and exclusive scenic stops. Perfect for nature lovers and relaxation seekers.

★ 4.8

“Está muy bien xq hay muchos espacio para todos! Eso si el precio muy alto por 159€ por persona nos costó. Y justo al día siguiente lo bajaron más de 40€ …. Es un precio muy alto Eso sí nos lo pasamos genial y es…”

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12.Marseille: Day sailing in the heart of the Calanques with organic lunch and wine

Experience a full day sailing in Marseille's Calanques with organic lunch, wine, swimming, and scenic stops—perfect for lovers of authentic water adventures.

★ 4.5

“The day was absolutely fantastic! Food was excellent and refreshing. The locations the guide took us to were perfect and quiet. Top notch for a day. My only suggestion is that I wish customers could have a little more exposure with helping with the sailing.…”

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13.Marseille: Sailing cruise in the calanques, lunch and wine

Discover Marseille’s stunning calanques aboard a vintage sailing boat. Enjoy swimming, local cuisine, and organic wines on a 7-hour maritime adventure.

★ 5.0

“We had an excellent day aboard La Flaneuse. From the moment we stepped on board Mathieu made us feel welcome and introduced us to the boat and her history. The sailing was great with all 5 sails raised on the trip. The lunch stop in…”

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