Snorkeling in Antibes: Private Boat with Skipper

Billionaires' Bay sits in turquoise water you can reach only by boat.

Snorkel aboard a private Deckboat departing from Port Vauban in Antibes, with a skipper who navigates the coastline of Cap d'Antibes and anchors in Garoupe Bay and Billionaires' Bay. The boat holds up to nine guests and includes snorkels, masks, a paddle board, floats, wine and fresh water. A guide speaks English or French, and you choose a morning, afternoon or evening departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Port Vauban30m
2. Garoupe Beach1h

Private boat tour around Antibes

• Depart from Port Vauban
• Cruise to Garoupe Bay
• Swim, snorkel, and paddle in Garoupe Bay
• Cruise along Cap d’Antibes coastline
• Anchor at Billionaires’ Bay

The experience

The boat leaves Port Vauban in Antibes and heads out along Cap d'Antibes, passing the old town ramparts and the rocky coves that line the French Riviera's most exclusive stretch. You stop first in Garoupe Bay, where the water is clear enough to see the seabed, and you can snorkel, paddle, or float without moving. The second stop is Billionaires' Bay, a secluded anchorage surrounded by turquoise water and the villas that give it its name. Wine and fresh water are onboard, and the skipper stays with the boat while you're in the water.

The snorkels, masks, paddle board and floats are all included, so you don't need to bring or rent gear separately. You choose whether to go in the morning, afternoon or evening, and the whole outing runs four hours. The boat is a Deckboat that seats up to nine comfortably, so it's small enough to reach the coves and bays a larger tour boat can't access, but large enough that a family or group of friends doesn't feel cramped. The skipper speaks English or French.

What’s included

• Snorkels and masks.
• paddle board and floats.
• wine and fresh water.
• fuel for the standard itinerary along Cap d'Antibes.
• a skipper who speaks English or French (at additional cost).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 14:30 and 18:00

Book up toStart time

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 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for back problems

Operated by Leo boat

Is this one for you?The boat departs from Port Vauban in Antibes itself, so you don't need a car or a transfer to reach the water: walk to the harbor and board. This works well if you're staying in Antibes or nearby without transport, since the snorkeling happens right off the coast rather than requiring a drive to a beach or a different town.

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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 in Garoupe Bay and Billionaires' Bay for snorkeling?

Garoupe Bay has crystal-clear water where you can see the bottom, making it ideal for snorkeling. Billionaires' Bay is similarly turquoise and calm, anchored in a secluded spot on the French Riviera.

Do I need my own snorkeling gear or is it provided?

Snorkels and masks are included in the booking. A paddle board and floats are also onboard if you want to use them instead of or alongside snorkeling.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The Deckboat comfortably seats up to nine guests. If your group is larger, the operator can arrange a second boat on a different itinerary and time.

Can I choose what time of day to go snorkeling?

Yes, you pick a morning, afternoon or evening departure when you book. The skipper will work with your schedule within those windows.

What's included in the price besides the snorkeling gear?

Wine and fresh water are onboard, plus fuel for the standard Cap d'Antibes itinerary. The skipper is not included in the base price and costs €300 extra if you want one.