France · BOAT TOURS IN NICE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat tours in Nice worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Nice’s one-hour cruise to Villefranche Bay, with Riviera views, bilingual commentary, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Great day, great views, nice yacht - friendly crew”
Cruise from Nice through Villefranche Bay and past Cap Ferrat for coastal views, bilingual commentary, and an easy one-hour Riviera outing.
“Loved exploring the waters of Nice and the history behind the places on shore. Our guides were very informative. Not only was the guide in French but also in English. I would do this again.”
Review of Cannes’ 2.5-hour Esterel boat trip, with red cliffs, sea caves, swim stops, local guides, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Excellent trip. It was fun for all family members.”
Cruise from Nice to Monaco on a fast semi-rigid boat, passing Villefranche, Cap-Ferrat, Beaulieu, and La Mala with coastal views.
“This activity was so so much fun, we were welcomed warmly and left promptly. The trip was 2.5 hours, an amazing tour with sightseeing and fast on the big waves. We sat at the front so it was extra bumpy and fun! We stopped for snorkelling by the cave near Monaco, everything was just perfect! Cant recommend Florian enough!”
Review of Cannes’ 3-hour catamaran cruise with swimming, snorkeling, paddleboards, island views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“This was absolutely perfect! The scenery was amazing, there was plenty of equipment for everyone, and they even had snacks at the end. I would do this again and again.”
Review of Nice’s 90-minute sunset boat tour with wine, Niçois snacks, swimming, snorkeling, and Cap de Nice views.
“What a wonderful way to end our holiday in Nice! Our guides were brilliant- engaging with everyone on the boat trip, sharing interesting information about the places we visited, and creating a great atmosphere with music, singing, wine, and snacks. The views were stunning, the sea was delightful, and the whole experience was so much fun! We’d definitely recommend this trip if you’re in Nice.”
Review of Nice’s 2-hour snorkeling cruise to Villefranche Bay, with clear water, coastal views, gear, safety tips, price value, and practical advice.
“So cool to see Nice and Villefranche Sur Mer from the water, the views were amazing! Water was very clear, blue, and warm. A unique way to experience the Côte D’Azur.”
Review of the Côte d’Azur sunset catamaran cruise near Saint-Tropez, with swimming, aperitif, meal options, practical tips, and value advice.
“We had an amazing evening sunset cruise with Ryan, Clement and Elenor as our guides! They were very informative, friendly and accommodating, taking photos for us and providing refreshments and tapas of olive tapenade, hummus and tomato spread with a fantastic alcoholic punch, water, coke and tea! We got great photos of St Tropez at sunset, many fancy yachts, Bridget Bardot’s home and a house that Elvis bought, but never visited. We stopped and anchored for about 20 mins and swam in the Mediterranean to cool off, then headed back. It was a very relaxing evening and the perfect way to end a long day of exploring!”
Cruise the French Riviera from Beaulieu-sur-Mer on a quiet solar boat, with villa views, swimming stops, and a private guide.
“It was a great trip. Beautiful views. I highly recommend the guide Marc”
Cruise the Estérel coast from Fréjus, see volcanic coves, snorkel in the Mediterranean, and enjoy drinks with a friendly crew.
“Had a great time - the staff was very friendly and took us to see caves. Wish the swimming stop would’ve been closer to the caves so we could explore as the water was gorgeous there. However, we had a great time regardless and would definitely recommend!”
Cruise from Saint-Raphaël to the Estérel coast, with red rocks, paddleboards, an aperitif, drinks, and a swim stop at sea.
Cruise Cannes to the Lérins Islands for swimming, paddleboarding, a cold buffet lunch, rosé, and a ferry return to the old port.
“Such a great trip! Was the best thing we did all weekend! Would recommend getting there early to get a good spot on the boat.”
Review of Cannes catamaran cruises to the Lérins Islands and Esterel, with swimming, kayaks, lunch options, pricing, tips, and drawbacks.
“We recently took a 3-hour catamaran tour of Cannes, and it was a lovely experience overall. The boat provided fantastic views of the coastline, and having the opportunity to swim off the boat was truly a highlight—such a refreshing and unique way to enjoy the beautiful Mediterranean waters! However, the experience fell short in a few ways. The crew seemed disengaged and did not provide any commentary or insights about the sights we were passing. It felt like a missed opportunity to learn more about the area and make the trip more engaging. While the scenery and swimming were wonderful, the lack of interaction from the crew detracted from the…”
Review of Saint-Raphaël’s sunset catamaran cruise to Île d’Or and Cap Dramont, with aperitif, paddles, views, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Moment privilégié, chill entre apéritif, musique, panorama, et explications touristiques. Bonne dose d'humour et petite baignade. Un équipage au top et un retour en mode discothèque spécial années 80, on adore ♥️😎🌅”
Sail Cannes privately on a Dufour 382 with swimming, snorkeling, SeaBob, island views, snacks, drinks, and optional fireworks cruises.
“Captain Brice and Hansel were amazing hosts and made us feel very comfortable! Lovely snacks on board and an excellent swimming stop. Highly rexommend”
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