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Boat trips in Marseille

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Marseille is the ideal destination in France for all those who want to enjoy a picture-postcard landscape under a beautiful sunny sky. The Mediterranean coast offers visitors some truly marvellous sights. Set off on an adventure on Marseille’s waters and discover places that will take your breath away! Hiring a boat in Marseille is a unique way to discover the most beautiful tourist sites accessible by sea. There are many boat hire companies offering different types of craft, such as sailboats, motorboats and yachts. Be sure to check the requirements in terms of boating licences and qualifications needed to hire a boat. There are plenty of activities to enjoy on your trip. These include swimming in the crystal clear waters, snorkelling to explore the marine life, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding or simply relaxing on the deck of the boat admiring the coastal scenery. Marseille and the surrounding area offer plenty of opportunities to explore by boat. You can sail along the coast and discover the magnificent calanques, rocky coves with turquoise waters. The Frioul islands and the Parc National des Calanques are popular destinations for yachtsmen. You can also sail to other nearby coastal towns and ports, such as Cassis or La Ciotat.

 

 

Explore the coast of Marseille by boat

Discover the most beautiful spots along Marseille’s coastline by boat.

The calanques of Marseille

Marseille’s calanques are numerous and each has its own beauty. The most popular calanques include Sugiton, Sormiou, Morgiou and En-Vau. Enjoy exploring Marseille’s calanques by boat and admire the spectacular scenery and crystal-clear waters of this beautiful Mediterranean region. You can also include stops to swim, snorkel or simply enjoy the scenery. Some of the calanques offer truly wild landscapes, far from the summer tourist wave. We recommend that you take the time to explore the coves during your stops. Note that some coves may be subject to restrictions or require special authorisation.

 

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      Cassis

      A boat trip to Cassis is a great way to explore the beauty of this coastal region. You can take a boat from Marseille’s Vieux-Port or other nearby ports to Cassis. There are shipping companies offering regular excursions to Cassis from Marseille. Boat trips from Marseille to Cassis can vary in length. Some trips can last half a day, while others can be full-day trips. Choose the one that best suits your schedule and preferences. You can discover the region’s magnificent creeks, including the famous En-Vau calanque. The calanques of Port-Miou and Port-Pin are also popular destinations. You can admire the steep cliffs, turquoise waters and breathtaking scenery of this unspoilt region. Once in Cassis, you can enjoy a variety of activities. You can take a boat trip around the calanques, swim or snorkel in the clear waters, or even hire a kayak to explore the calanques in a more active way. You can also stroll around the charming port of Cassis, relax on the local beaches and sample the region’s culinary specialities in the restaurants.

       

      The Frioul Islands

      Discover the sumptuous Frioul Islands from Marseille on a boat trip. Around 4 kilometres off the coast of Marseille, you can take a boat from Marseille’s Vieux-Port to the islands. There are a number of shipping companies offering regular excursions to the Frioul islands. The boat journey from Marseille to the Frioul Islands generally takes between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on sea conditions. You can enjoy the crossing while admiring the panoramic views of the coast and the Mediterranean Sea. Once you arrive at your destination, you can explore : Pomègues, Ratonneau and If. These islands offer beautiful natural scenery, tranquil coves and unspoilt flora and fauna. We highly recommend a visit to the famous Château d’If. Guided tours are organised several times a day, so you can learn all about the history of this iconic site from Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo. You can stroll along the paths, relax on the beaches, discover the historic forts and enjoy the natural beauty of the archipelago. During your excursion, you can enjoy a variety of activities. You can go hiking to explore the islands on foot, snorkelling to discover the seabed, hire a kayak to paddle around the islands or simply relax on the beaches and soak up the sun.

       

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