Cannes catamaran cruise: Lérins Islands and Corniche d'Or
You can swim and snorkel between two boat changes on the same ticket.
A catamaran cruise in the Bay of Cannes with three options: a half-day morning cruise to Sainte-Marguerite Island with lunch included, a half-day afternoon cruise along La Corniche d'Or without food, or a full-day cruise combining both destinations. Ferry transfers between the catamaran and the island are included in the ticket price. Snorkeling equipment, kayaks and stand-up paddles are available on daytime cruises, weather permitting. Lunch cruises include a glass of wine, orange juice or mineral water.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Catamaran cruise around Cannes bay
- Depart from Cannes harbor
- Moored between Lérins Islands
- Visit Sainte-Marguerite Island
- Swim, kayak, or paddle in Esterel park
- Return to Cannes harbor
The experience
You've got a free afternoon or a morning to spare on the French Riviera, and you want to get out on the water without renting a boat or joining a crowded tour bus. The catamaran departs Cannes and heads into the Bay toward the Lérins Islands, where the boat moors between Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat. On the morning option with lunch, you swim and snorkel in the sheltered waters, then board a ferry back to the catamaran for the return to Cannes. The afternoon cruise skips the island and instead glides along La Corniche d'Or, the dramatic coastal road carved into the cliffs, so you see the red rocks and coves from the water instead of from land.
The full-day cruise strings both routes together: you start with the island stop in the morning, take lunch on board, then continue to Massif de l'Esterel in the afternoon. Snorkeling gear and shared kayaks are yours to use if the weather holds. The boat is a luxury catamaran, so there's deck space to recline between swims, and the on-board buffet includes a drink if you've chosen the lunch option. Cash is the only payment method for any extras on board, and outside food and drinks are not permitted, so plan accordingly.
Half-day cruises with lunch require a boat change on Sainte-Marguerite Island: the ferry between the island and the catamaran is included in your ticket price. The route can shift without notice depending on weather or sea conditions, and the operator reserves the right to adjust the schedule for safety reasons. If the cruise is cancelled due to insufficient passenger numbers after you've booked, you'll be offered an alternative departure or a full refund.
What’s included
- Ferry transfers to and from Sainte-Marguerite Island on half-day cruises.
- lunch and a drink on morning and full-day options.
- snorkeling equipment on daytime cruises.
- shared kayaks and stand-up paddles when weather allows.
Options for this experience
3 optionsYou pick the guide language when booking.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 15 days ago
Operated by Riviera Lines SARL
Is this one for you?Book the half-day morning cruise if you want a swim and snorkel stop with lunch included; choose the afternoon option if you prefer to see the coastal cliffs without the island stop and without food; pick the full-day cruise to combine both the island and the Esterel coastline in a single booking.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Can I bring my own snorkeling gear or do I have to use what's on the boat?
Snorkeling equipment is provided on daytime cruises at no extra charge. You're welcome to bring your own if you prefer, but the boat supplies it.
What happens if I choose the half-day morning cruise with lunch? Do I stay on the same boat the whole time?
The half-day morning cruise requires a boat change on Sainte-Marguerite Island. You'll take a ferry from the catamaran to the island, then board a ferry back to return to Cannes. Both ferry transfers are included in your ticket.
Is the lunch buffet suitable if I have dietary restrictions?
The operator cannot accommodate dietary restrictions on the lunch cruises. If you have specific dietary needs, choose the half-day afternoon option, which does not include food.
What's included in the lunch if I book a cruise with food?
Lunch is a gourmet buffet served on board. If you've selected a lunch option, a glass of wine, orange juice or mineral water is also included.
What's the difference between the half-day morning and half-day afternoon cruises?
The half-day morning cruise (4 hours 15 minutes) goes to Sainte-Marguerite Island in the Lérins Islands and includes lunch. The half-day afternoon cruise (3 hours 15 minutes) sails along La Corniche d'Or, the coastal cliffs, and does not include food.
Can I use the kayaks and paddleboards on any of the cruises?
Kayaks and stand-up paddles are available on daytime cruises only, weather permitting. They are shared equipment and included at no extra cost.
Cannes catamaran cruise: Lérins Islands and Corniche d'Or
3h–7h · EN · FR
from € 90.92 per person
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