Best of · CANNES ISLAND HOPPING TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 6 cannes island hopping tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing a dry bag.
Take a 15-minute Trans Côte d’Azur ferry from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite Island. Walk marked forest trails, visit Fort Royal and its Maritime Museum, watch migratory birds, or swim near the underwater eco museum. You choose how long to stay, with several departures and returns each day.
“Always friendly staff on the quick ferry to the island”
Ride a comfortable ferry from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite in about 15 minutes, then explore at your own pace. Walk marked trails, visit Fort Royal, watch birds at Batéguier lake, or swim and snorkel before returning on a seasonal ferry.
“The app was easy to use, with good deals on offer. When I needed to change the date for my trip, I could do it without any fuss.”
Join Eric and Celia aboard their 11-meter sailboat, Ulysse, for a 3.5-hour cruise from Cannes to the Lerins Islands. You’ll anchor in clear water for swimming, paddleboarding, and snorkeling, with masks, paddles, refreshments, and a relaxed family-boat atmosphere included.
“My friends and I had a great time on Celia and Eric’s boat. We had perfect weather and thoroughly enjoyed every second in the water. We learned a little history of the islands and the charcuterie was great snack to end the trip. Would highly recommended this to anyone!”
Spend four hours with Micka cruising from Port Pierre Canto to the Lérins Islands. Swim, snorkel, use an underwater scooter, paddleboard, enjoy snacks and drinks, and see Cannes from the sea. The private boat carries up to six people, with a €300 skipper fee paid onboard.
“Had such an amazing time! You can do as much or as little as you like which we loved. Highly recommend.”
Join Philippe for a private six-hour boat trip from Vallauris to the Lerins Islands and Cannes coast. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, explore Saint-Honorat, hear local stories, and adjust the route for weather, with Cap d'Antibes as an alternative.
“This was such a great experience! Phillipe was so kind and knowledgeable and made sure we had fun. We would definitely do this again, and you should book because it will be the highlight of your trip.”
Leave Cannes with skipper Clara or Valerie for a four-hour private boat trip around the Lérins Islands. You’ll see the Croisette from the water, anchor for swimming and snorkeling, and use the included underwater scooter. Bring snacks, and check the extra €200 skipper charge before booking.
“Absolutely could not find the captain nor could or would the company after I contacted them twice and spoke ad nauseum with two different agents. Where is our refund ???”
By hull, by landing, by how long you want to be out.
