Nice & the French Riviera

15 Best Nice Boat Tours

The boat trips from Nice: Villefranche’s amphitheater bay, snorkeling at the Mala caves and Saint-Tropez approached the correct way, by water. The coast was designed to be reviewed from a deck.

2.Mediterranean Coastal Sightseeing Cruise from Nice

Discover the stunning coastline of Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer on this 1-hour Mediterranean sightseeing cruise, with expert commentary and breathtaking views.

★ 4.5

“Very enjoyable trip, clean and tidy boat. Polite crew that worked very hard to attend to all the passengers, serve drinks and give a commentary on the scenery. Their customers service was just as great on the 5pm ferry as it was on the 9am…”

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3.Cannes: 2.5-Hour Esterel Calanques Boat Excursion

Discover the stunning Esterel coastline on a 2.5-hour boat tour from Cannes. Explore coves, natural pools, and architectural landmarks with expert guides.

★ 4.8

“Absolutely amazing experience, one of the best mornings of my life. Swimming near the caves with all the beautiful blue water and fish was a dream. Damien our guide was so charming and fun! I’ll remember this forever.”

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6.Nice: Coastline Boat Cruise to Monaco

Experience the stunning French Riviera coastline on a 2.5-hour boat cruise from Nice to Monaco, with stops at picturesque villages and expert guides.

★ 4.6

“It was amazing to see all of the other places along the coast and hear about all of the different houses and architecture. The swimming was also a great time in a nice locations with goggles provided. Would definitely recommend.”

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7.Nice: Secret Riviera Boat Tour to Mala cave with Snorkeling

Discover the stunning French Riviera coastline on a 2-hour boat tour from Nice, featuring caves, snorkeling, and scenic stops with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“Amazing experience! Thanks to our caption Leo who is great and friendly, he explained the sights to us and he had many excellent recommendations about the places we saw. He was also helpful and knowledgeable when we went to the swimming spot. I highly recommend…”

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9.From Nice: French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise

Experience the stunning French Riviera with a 2-hour snorkeling cruise from Nice, offering beautiful coastline views and lively marine life.

★ 4.5

“Very nice trip. We had a lovely view from the boat of the coast, and the snorkelling was safe and fun. There are a few jelly fish (as expected for this coast and this time of year), but these are easy to spot from the…”

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10.Nice to St Tropez Ferry Ticket and Cruise

Enjoy a scenic day trip from Nice to St Tropez with a ferry ride, exploring beaches, boutiques, and historic sites—perfect for luxury seekers and ocean lovers.

★ 4.0

“Beautiful boat and gorgeous views! You can view the towns along the French Riviera as you sail by. The boat also stops at Cannes and St Marguerite.”

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11.Nice: Parasailing Adventure with French Riviera Views

Experience the thrill of flying 50-100 meters above the French Riviera with this parasailing tour from Nice. Stunning views, professional guides, and good value await.

★ 4.9

“Guide was excellent and the speed boat was fun but the parasailing was the best - my kids had a lovely time and the views in the air were amazing !!! A must do experience !!”

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12.Yacht Me Up Cannes-Lerins Sun & Pure all inclusive Freedom J4U

Experience a private, all-inclusive sailing trip from Cannes to the Lérins Islands with stunning views, snorkeling, and personalized menus. Perfect for relaxing with family or friends.

★ 5.0

“5 Star experience, would highly recommend. Had the best time onboard with Captain Brice and his help. We were provided with food, alcohol and even surprised with a birthday cake for my friend! We cruised the ocean in style with a clean and fully equipped…”

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13.Half-day cruise / navigation to the Lerins Islands

Discover the Lerins Islands from Cannes on a relaxed half-day sailing cruise. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and authentic family hospitality aboard Ulysse.

★ 5.0

“What a great excursion! I booked this last minute the night before, and even though no one else signed up for my tour, Celia and Eric were still kind enough to take the boat out just for me! Most tours would have canceled without a…”

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15.Exclusive Private Boat Tour on a Luxury Day Cruiser – Nice/Monaco

Experience the French Riviera by private luxury boat, swimming, sightseeing, and enjoying complimentary drinks—perfect for a personalized, memorable day.

★ 5.0

“My fiancé and I have nothing but great things to say about this private boat tour hosted by Nicola. We can say firsthand he really knows how to take care of his guests giving them the best experience possible by showing them some of the…”

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More Nice Boat Tours

4.6Monaco: Sightseeing Boat Cruise$40 4.7Cannes: Scenic Coves RIB Boat Tour$64 5.0Discover the Lérins Islands and the Bay of Cannes by Private Boat4 hours (approx.)$120.94 4.5Boat trip and snorkeling in Villefranche – sur – Mer2 hours (approx.)$72.41 4.9Nice: Monaco & Mala Caves Boat Trip with Snorkeling3 hours$100 5.0Private Boat Tour Cannes Lerins Islands6 hours (approx.)$349.97 5.0From Nice : Secret Riviera Boat Tour to Mala cave with Snorkeling2 hours (approx.)$78.44 4.8From Cannes: Half-day sailboat trip to the Lerins Islands3.5 hours$176 5.0Private Tour of Nice by Bike and Boat$372.12 5.0Classic Yacht Sailing in Cannes4 hours (approx.)$1,481.26 4.5Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion with Aperitif on French Riviera2 hours (approx.)$66.08 5.0Private sailing excursion & Provencal picnic5 to 6 hours (approx.)$138.17 5.0Nice: Private Sunset Tour on Solar Powered Boat1.3 hours$172 5.0Private Boat Tour from Nice to Monaco, boat tour Nice4 hours (approx.)$958.61 4.0Snorkeling – By boat on site in the Bay of Cannes or Estérel4 hours (approx.)$52.98 5.0Private Boat Tour on the Côte d’Azur ( Nice – Monaco or Nice – Cannes )4 hours (approx.)$1,200.20 4.0PRIVATE TOUR: departure of cruises: Eze, Monaco, Monte Carlo5 to 7 hours (approx.)$937.19 5.0Boat tour guided from Nice to Monaco with snorkeling3 hours (approx.)$102.41 4.0Saint-Tropez & Port Grimaud Day Trip with Optional Boat Cruise from Nice$198.21 4.5Cannes Private Boat Tour to the Lerins Islands Relax & Cruise4 hours (approx.)$468.09 4.5Boat excursion – Cannes Esterel Coves Insight 1H30$65.22 5.0Private Boat Tour Nice, Villefranche, St Jean Cap Ferrat4 hours (approx.)$828.17 5.0Nice Arrival Transfer: Airport to Monaco Cruise Port1 hour (approx.)$92.52 4.0Cruise to Corniche d’Or from Cannes$50.24