Snorkeling in Cannes: Lerins Islands sailboat with guide

Sailboat, snorkeling, paddle boarding and an aperitif board anchored between two islands

A 3.5-hour private sailboat excursion from Cannes to the Lerins Islands for up to six people, with snorkeling and paddle boarding in turquoise waters, stops at natural swimming pools and the eco-museum, and a prepared snack board with fresh fruit, cheese and cold cuts. A live guide in English or French leads the day. No experience is required.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bay of Cannes and Lerins Islands cruise

• Depart from Cannes port
• Cruise between Saint Honorat and Sainte Marguerite
• Stop for swimming in turquoise waters
• Snorkeling and paddle boarding
• Visit aquatic eco-museum
• Walk on Sainte Marguerite Island (optional)
• Anchor near natural swimming pools of Saint Honorat
• Enjoy aperitif with fresh fruit, cheese, and cold cuts
• Return to Cannes port

The experience

The boat leaves Cannes and sails into the Bay of Cannes toward Sainte-Marguerite and Saint Honorat, two islands in the Lerins archipelago. You get snorkeling gear and a paddle board, and the guide chooses where to anchor based on conditions and what appeals to you: turquoise swimming holes, the natural pools near Saint Honorat where you can hear cicadas, or a floating platform to simply drift. The eco-museum on the islands is there if you want to walk ashore. Otherwise the day stays on the water.

Snacks arrive mid-morning: fresh fruit, cheese and cold cuts, plus cold drinks. The guide speaks English or French and can adjust the itinerary on the day: more time in the water, a longer island walk, or just anchoring in one spot. Groups stay under six people, so the boat never feels crowded. The return to Cannes port happens at your pace, with the rhythm of the sea.

Bring a towel, swimwear and sunscreen. The operator asks that you let them know ahead of time if any foods won't work for you. Infants sit on an adult's lap. No diving experience or swimming skill is required. The snorkeling happens in shallow, calm water between the islands.

What’s included

• Snorkeling accessories and paddle board.
• fresh fruit, cheese, cold cuts and cold drinks.
• live guide in English or French.
• small-group sailboat excursion for up to six people.

Options for this experience

3 options

Sunset in Cannes bay, perfectGuide in English or French · Available from 5 Oct 2027Sunset between the Lérins Islands: Experience a one-of-a-kind sunset in the Bay of Cannes, between the Lérins Islands, with an aperitif dinner, champagne and rosé. Duration: 2 hours. Snacks, drinks and champagne included. Sailing boat.

Cruise: Half-day in CannesGuide in English or French · 10:00 and 14:30Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes. Drinks, fruit and cold cuts included. A tour of the Bay of Cannes, with a swimming stop between the Lérins Islands.

Perfect Day for You Cannes BayGuide in English or French · 10:30Duration: 5 hours. Spend a day at sea with cold drinks, cold cuts and fruit, sailing in the Bay of Cannes and around the Lérins Islands.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

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

Book up to1h before

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.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Croisière Magique de Cannes aux Îles de Lerins Fun & Snorkeling

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day option if you want snorkeling and the islands without a full afternoon commitment; pick the full-day cruise if you have time to linger in the water and explore both islands; book the sunset departure if you want the return to Cannes timed to golden hour.

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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 difference between the three booking options for this sailboat?

The Cruise 1/2 Day Cannes is a half-day option; Perfect Day For U Cannes Bay is the full 3.5-hour version with the full itinerary; Perfect Sunset in Cannes Bay departs in the late afternoon and returns as the sun sets over the bay. All three include snorkeling, paddle boarding and snacks.

Can I walk on the Lerins Islands, or do we stay on the boat the whole time?

Sainte-Marguerite Island is accessible if you want to go ashore and explore, and the eco-museum is there to visit. The guide can anchor near the islands so you have the option, but the day doesn't require it: many groups prefer to stay on the water and snorkel.

What snorkeling and water equipment is included?

Snorkeling accessories and a paddle board are provided. You bring your own swimwear and towel. The guide supplies the mask, snorkel and fins, and can set you up with the paddle board if you want to try it.

How do I get to the boat, and where does it leave from?

The boat departs from the port of Cannes. Public transportation options are available nearby to reach the port. The operator can provide specific pickup details when you book.

Is this snorkeling trip suitable if I've never snorkeled before?

Yes. The snorkeling happens in shallow, calm turquoise water between the islands, and no experience is required. The guide prepares you and stays with the group. All fitness levels are welcome.