Sailboat to Lérins Islands from Cannes: Swim and rosé

Rosé and swimming happen at the same time on this boat.

A four-hour sailboat outing from Cannes to the Lérins Islands where you swim, paddle and help sail, with unlimited rosé wine and an aperitif tray included. The guide speaks English or French. Pickup from the port of Cannes is included, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

The experience

Four hours on the water means you leave the port of Cannes and sail toward the Lérins Islands, a pair of protected islands off the coast where the boat stops for swimming and paddling. The route itself is part of the experience: you can co-sail with the guide, help trim the sails or simply sit back and watch the French Riviera recede. An aperitif tray arrives once you're underway, paired with unlimited rosé wine and soda, so the afternoon unfolds between the water and the deck.

When the boat reaches the islands, you get in the water to swim or paddle at a spot chosen for calm conditions. The islands themselves are a protected marine reserve, so the setting stays quiet and clear. You can spend as long as you want in the water or stay aboard: the guide adjusts the stop to the group's pace. The return to Cannes takes the same route back, so you have the sailing experience twice.

What’s included

• Unlimited rosé wine and soda.
• aperitif tray.
• pickup from the port of Cannes.
• English or French-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 16:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (4 to 80 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48h

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by balade et apéritif en voilier aux îles de lerins

Is this one for you?The four hours on the water is a steady pace with no rushing (you sail out, swim when you reach the islands, and sail back), so it suits anyone comfortable in a boat and in the water, whether you want to help sail or simply relax on deck.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

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.

How far are the Lérins Islands from Cannes?

The islands sit just offshore from Cannes, close enough that the sail out takes roughly the first half of the four-hour outing, leaving time to swim and relax at the islands before heading back.

Can I help sail the boat or do I just ride along?

Co-sailing is an option. You can help trim the sails and work with the guide if you want to, or you can sit back and relax. The guide adjusts based on what the group prefers.

What's included in the aperitif tray?

The tray comes with an aperitif selection, and you have unlimited rosé wine and soda throughout the sail. The exact contents of the tray are arranged by the operator.

Is the water at the islands safe for swimming?

The Lérins Islands are a protected marine reserve, and the guide chooses a calm spot for swimming. The water is suitable for all fitness levels, and you can stay in the water as long as you're comfortable.

Do I need any sailing experience?

No experience is necessary. The guide handles the sailing and welcomes you to help if you want to, but you can enjoy the full four hours without any knowledge of boats or wind.