Boat Trips with Swimming in France: 4 to Book

1.Iconic Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,017 reviews · 3 hours - 270 minutes · from $93Our pick

Review of Marseille’s Calanques boat tour with swimming, snorkeling, small groups, local guides, scenic stops, costs, and practical tips.

“It was a wonderful and enjoyable experience! Guide was great at giving good information and navigating the sometimes choppy waters while giving great advice on how to get the most out of the experience (recommending wetsuits for cold waters, giving tips on how and where to swim, etc). Lovely time overall”

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2.Côte Bleue Calanques Boat Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 663 reviews · 3h 30m · from $105

Review of Marseille’s Côte Bleue boat tour, with turquoise-water swims, sea caves, snorkeling, La Redonne, and practical booking advice.

“I don’t think it’s possible for us to have chosen a better way to spend our afternoon in Marseille than this boat tour with Jean-Philippe. We saw so many beautiful places, walked around some cute villages at golden hour, and watched sunset from the boat before cruising back to Marseille in the dark with all the beautiful lights on the coast. We did have the option to swim but chose not to (water felt great, the wind after would have been cold though). Jean-Philippe was a great guide, very friendly, and knowledgeable!”

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3.Fréjus : Esterel Calanques Cruise (Comfort Boat) + Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 522 reviews · 2h 30m · from $64Best value

Cruise Fréjus to Cap Dramont along the red Estérel coast, with caves, coves, a swim stop, drinks, and a friendly bilingual crew.

“Amazing experience and beautiful environment. Very friendly staff! They give a good explanation about the history and nature during the trip. The 45 minutes swimming in the sea is a nice break in between. You also have the opportunity to choose a drink. Some nice wine or lemonade. Tip: The 5:15 pm trip is recommended because you will experience the sunset! Fore sure value for your money, age doesn't matter! Thanks and enjoy this boottrip future sailors :-)”

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4.Frioul Islands Boat Tour with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 506 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Review of Marseille’s 2-hour Frioul Islands boat tour, with Château d’If, swimming, snorkeling, Vallon des Auffes, and a small-group format.

“Exactly as described! A nice boat ride to the archipelago with a swimming spot. The guide was very accommodating and nice to us. We were family of four with two young kids and they had a great time.”

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