Cogolin Boat Charter: Snorkel & Paddleboard Fun
Steer your own route through the bay, then anchor to swim, snorkel and paddleboard
A private 6.5-meter boat tour in the Bay of Saint Tropez for up to six guests, departing from Marines de Cogolin or by arrangement from Saint Tropez, Saint Maxime or Port Grimaud. You choose the stops—the Port of Saint Tropez, Port Grimaud's canals, Baie de Canebiers, or Plage des Graniers—and the pace, with snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming and optional water sports included. Tours run three or four hours depending on your choice; bring your own food and drink to add to the boat's coolbox, or book lunch at a beachside restaurant. A fuel surcharge applies at checkout.
4h
Step-by-step itinerary
Private boat tour in St Tropez Bay
- Visit Port of St Tropez
- Anchor at Plage des Graniers for swim
- Visit Baie de Canebiers for water activities
- Explore Port Grimaud canals and village
The Experience
You arrive at Marines de Cogolin (or your chosen departure point) and board a 6.5-meter boat built for adventure, not formality—no shoes on deck, dogs welcome up to two, and the crew speaks English. The boat holds six comfortably, and the itinerary is entirely yours to shape. Some travelers head straight to the Port of Saint Tropez to watch the superyachts and soak in the quayside bars; others skip it and head for the water. The crew can plot the day or follow your lead.
Most of the tour happens at anchor. Plage des Graniers is a popular stop for snorkeling and swimming, with the option to book lunch at Les Graniers restaurant on the beach or wave down the tender for a drink. Baie de Canebiers—known as Millionaires Bay—offers calm water for paddleboarding and snorkeling around the boat. Port Grimaud's narrow canals, called the Little Venice of France, are narrow enough that you hop off the boat to explore the village on foot, grab an ice cream or a beer, and wander the waterfront. The crew knows the spots and can suggest timing based on crowds and weather, but the choice is yours.
Water sports equipment comes with the boat: stand-up paddleboards, snorkels, buoyancy aids, wakeboards, waterskis and inflatable towables are all included at no extra cost. If you want to paddleboard or snorkel, the boat anchors and you go in. If you want to try wakeboarding or water skiing, the crew sets it up on the spot. If you'd rather just tour the bay and swim, a three-hour option keeps the day shorter and the cost lower. Bring food and drink to add to the boat's coolbox—ice, water and glasses are provided—or plan lunch ashore at one of the stops.
What’s included
- Use of all water sports equipment—snorkels, buoyancy aids, stand-up paddleboards, wakeboards, waterskis and inflatable towables.
- ice, water and glasses in the coolbox.
- English-speaking crew.
- departure and return to Marines de Cogolin (or your chosen pickup point, subject to availability and extra charges).
Operated by Adventure Sports Limited
Is this one for you?Book the four-hour tour if you want time to anchor at multiple stops and try the water sports without rushing; the three-hour option works better if you're fitting the boat into a shorter afternoon or prefer a lighter pace with fewer stops.
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Top questions
Can I book the boat if I'm arriving in Saint Tropez instead of Cogolin?
Yes. The boat normally departs from Marines de Cogolin, but the crew can collect you from Saint Tropez, Saint Maxime or Port Grimaud for an extra €50 charge. Let them know your preferred departure point when you book.
What water sports are included, and do I have to do them?
Snorkeling, paddleboarding, wakeboards, waterskis and inflatable towables are all included at no extra cost. You don't have to use any of them—if you want to tour the bay and swim without sports, book the three-hour option and the crew will anchor at the stops you choose.
Can I bring my dog on the boat?
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome on board. Other pets can be arranged by request when you book, though the operator notes llamas and pot-bellied pigs are not permitted.
What is Port Grimaud, and how long do we spend there?
Port Grimaud is a village built around narrow canals and known as the Little Venice of France. You anchor the boat and hop off to explore on foot, with time to stop for lunch, ice cream or a drink. How long you stay is your choice—the crew can suggest timing based on what you want to see.
Is food and drink included, or do I need to bring my own?
You bring your own food and drink to add to the boat's coolbox; ice, water and glasses are provided. Alternatively, you can book lunch at Les Graniers restaurant at Plage des Graniers, or stop for a meal or drink in Port Grimaud.
How much does the fuel surcharge cost?
The fuel surcharge is €90 for a three-hour tour or €120 for a four-hour tour, paid before the trip begins.
Cogolin Boat Charter: Snorkel & Paddleboard Fun
4h · EN
from € 375 per group
★★★★★★★★★★5.00114 reviews
