Snorkeling from Cannes to Lérins Islands at sunset

Snorkel at anchor between two islands while the sky turns pink and orange

A 4-hour sunset boat excursion from Cannes to the Lérins Islands with snorkeling gear included. You sail past the Croisette palaces, anchor in a sheltered spot between Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat, and swim or snorkel in clear Mediterranean water as the light fades. An aperitif and SUP paddleboards are on board. Groups stay under 12 people.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat trip and water activities

• Depart from Port Canto, Cannes
• Sail in Bay of Cannes, admire Croisette palaces
• Anchor near Lerins Islands
• Swim and snorkel in clear water
• Enjoy stand up paddle and aperitif on board
• Relax on the boat
• Sail back to Cannes port

The experience

The boat leaves Port Canto in Cannes and heads into the Bay of Cannes, where you see the famous Croisette waterfront from the water before turning toward the Lérins Islands. The anchor drops in a calm, secluded spot between the two islands (Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat), where the water is clear enough to see the seabed. Snorkeling gear is ready on board, and you can also stand up paddle or simply swim while the sun moves lower.

The Mediterranean underwater life here is what draws people back: small fish, rocky formations and the kind of clarity that makes the snorkel worthwhile. You are not rushed through a schedule of stops. The boat stays anchored long enough to explore at your own pace. Bottled water is on hand, and an aperitif comes on board so you can relax between the water and the deck as the light shifts from gold to pink to orange.

The return sail to Port Canto happens as the sky darkens, and you arrive back roughly four hours after departure. On six dates in July and August 2026 (July 4, 14, 22, August 4, 15, 24) the Cannes Fireworks Festival runs from 10 PM to 10:30 PM, so timing a sunset trip around those dates adds another layer to the evening.

What’s included

• Snorkeling gear.
• SUP paddleboards.
• bottled water.
• an aperitif on board.
• fuel and boat operation from Port Canto to the Lérins Islands and back.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

Paid on site€ 300

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Leo boat

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a shared boat experience where you can swim and snorkel at anchor rather than follow timed stops. The small group size means you're not jostling for space in the water.

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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.

What's the water like for snorkeling between the Lérins Islands?

The water is clear and calm when the boat anchors in the sheltered spot between Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat, with enough visibility to see the seabed and small Mediterranean fish. The snorkeling gear is included, and you can stay in the water as long as you want during the anchor time.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling equipment?

No. Snorkeling gear is provided on board, along with SUP paddleboards if you want to try those instead of swimming or snorkeling.

How many people go on this boat?

Groups are kept to a maximum of 11 guests, so it stays small and intimate rather than crowded.

What happens if I don't want to snorkel? Can I just swim or relax on deck?

Yes. You can swim in the water without snorkeling gear, stand up paddle, or stay on board with a drink and watch the sunset. The boat anchors for long enough that you set your own pace.

When does the boat leave and return to Cannes?

The excursion lasts 4 hours total from Port Canto. The exact departure time is set when you book. The return happens as the light fades, so you arrive back in Cannes in the early evening.