In the height of summer, driving to Saint-Tropez can quickly turn into a marathon. With the Cannes/Saint-Tropez boat trip, embark on a full day at sea: cross the sea aboard a RIB and enjoy a day spent between the legendary village, the canals of Port Grimaud, and the red rocks of the Estérel.
What you will experience in one day (round trip):
Boarding and morning crossing from Cannes (Port du Béal) to Saint-Tropez (approximately 1 hour depending on weather conditions).
Free morning in Saint-Tropez: port, narrow streets, Place des Lices market, citadel... at your own pace.
Lunch on your own in the village (the skipper can recommend places)
Afternoon at sea guided by your captain: passage and visit to Port Grimaud (“Venice of Provence”), then discovery of the coastline and coves, with a spectacular return trip via the red rocks of Saint Raphaël and the famous Corniche d'Or.
What you can see from the sea between Cannes and the legendary Saint-Tropez
As soon as you leave the Béal in Cannes la Bocca, the coastline unfolds before you: the bay of Cannes recedes, then the landscape changes and the red rocks of the Corniche d'Or between Théoule and Saint Raphaël appear with deeper reflections, heading towards the Mediterranean with the coastline of Saint Raphaël, Fréjus and Sainte Maxime before arriving at your destination.
The route may change depending on the weather, but the proposed itinerary offers a series of capes, small coves, and creeks typical of the French Riviera coastline. On the way back, the RIB gets as close as possible to the Estérel nature reserve: a visually stunning moment where red rocks plunge into the blue sea, creating striking contrasts and picture-postcard views from the boat.
The must-sees in Saint-Tropez when you only have one morning
In one morning, the ideal is to stay in the heart of the village to enjoy the Saint-Tropez atmosphere without rushing. Start at the Old Port (photos, terraces, boats), then walk up the narrow streets of the historic center to soak up the Provençal atmosphere. On Saturday mornings, enjoy the famous market at Place des Lices (a classic for getting a feel for Saint-Tropez). Finish with a view: visit the Citadel, which offers a beautiful panorama of the bay (perfect for wrapping up before returning to the boat for the rest of the tour).
Duration & atmosphere on board
Duration of the excursion: approximately 7 hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Comfortable and fast boat with a small capacity (up to 12 passengers), ideal for enjoying the scenery and sailing.
Meeting point:
Board at the Black Tenders Events nautical base – at Béal, 1st container on the beach side (next to the jet ski/parasailing).
Parking: Free on Boulevard du Midi, but spaces are limited in high season.
Important tip: arrive 30 minutes early (traffic + parking). If you miss the departure, the reservation is neither exchangeable nor refundable.
Bus: from Cannes, line 22 (Boulevard du Midi stop).
Who is this sea trip suitable for?
Not allowed: children under 4 years old, animals.
Not recommended: people with reduced mobility, pregnant women, people with back problems.
Minors: not accepted without a legal guardian.
What to do in case of bad weather?
The activity may be postponed or canceled if the weather does not allow for a safe outing; the captain may also modify/shorten the excursion in case of bad weather or inappropriate behavior.
Price on our website experiencecotedazur.com: Adult day rate is €140.
Why book with Expérience Côte d’Azur (official, local, reliable)
Expérience Côte d’Azur is an official brand: the platform was launched in 2016 by Estérel Côte d’Azur. Simple and reliable website: no fees or extra charges, activities tested by our advisors, 100% secure payment (3DS2), and e-tickets as soon as you pay for the activity.
Cancellation & refunds
Cancellations are handled directly by the service provider: check the terms and conditions in your basket (link when you accept the booking conditions). If necessary, you can contact them by email or phone (contact details are indicated on your ticket, at the bottom of the page).
No fees are charged in the event of cancellation by the service provider (due to weather conditions, for example).
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| Other info | Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of your trip due to traffic and parking difficulties by the sea. If the boats departure is missed, the ticket is neither exchangeable nor refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the activity in case of bad weather conditions. The captain reserves the right to modify or shorten the excursion in case of unfavorable weather or inappropriate behavior of a passenger for the safety on board, this not being able to be the subject of a request for compensation, reimbursement or postponement.
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Address
Black Tenders / Emilie Gilardo
Port du Beal, Boulevard du Midi Louise Moreau, Cannes, France
Meeting point
Black Tenders Events nautical base, at the Béal harbour, next to the Jet Ski and parasailing.
Parking
Free parking on Boulevard du Midi. Free parking by the sea, low availability in high season.
Public transport
From Cannes, bus n°22. The bus stop is "Boulevard du Midi", few hundred meters away. Mimo shuttle from Mandelieu.
Based on 5 Reviews
Belle journée entre Cannes et St Tropez
Je recommande vivement cette activité qui permet de découvrir en petit comité, la côte par la mer avec temps libre à St Tropez, baignade dans le golfe, ballade dans les canaux de Port Grimaud et au bord de l’Esterel… parfait! Un grand merci à l’équipe Blacktenders qui a réussi à reporter notre sortie pendant nos vacances suite 2 annulations à cause du vent! Bel été à tous !!
Madame Emilie Gilardo
A répondu à Stéphanie le 15/09/2023
Bonjour Stéphanie, Nous vous remercions pour vote commentaire et nous sommes ravis d'avoir répondu à vos attentes, à bientôt chez Black Tenders.
Excursion to Cannes
As a family of five - mum, dad and three teenage girls, we thoroughly enjoyed this trip. A perfect balance of activities. The boat itself was driven at speed, with great skill and care. Of course, you’re going to feel a few bumps and jolts on this type of boat. The views and adrenalin rushes more than make up for it! The driver was also good humoured and very friendly. The visit to St Tropez, and the opportunity to mooch around freely for a few hours, suited us perfectly. The afternoon’s leisurely cruise to, and around, Port Grimaud (Little Venice) - and a number of coves (including chance for a refreshing swim) rounded the day off nicely. Some great photo opportunities! In short, a memorable trip for all of the right reasons - that will live long in the memory.
Madame Emilie Gilardo
A répondu à Jeremy le 15/09/2023
Hi Jeremy, We are delighted that your stay in France was pleasant and we are delighted that your stay was pleasant and we are delighted to have made you live a beautiful experience and beautiful memorable moments on board. See you soon.
Super excursion !
Nous étions un groupe de 9 amis et avons privatisé un bateau pour 2:30. Nous avons eu un super Skipper (Sylvain) qui a été très à l’écoute et qui nous a permis de découvrir de supers endroits, à la fois de beaux points de vue, et aussi de beaux spots pour plonger. Je recommande vivement !
Emilie Gilardo
A répondu à Tessa le 05/10/2020
Un grand merci pour votre gentil commentaire et toutes ces étoiles. Sylvain se joint à moi pour vous souhaiter une belle continuation, prenez soin de vous et peut être à bientôt.
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The crossing takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour.
Morning excursion, free time to visit Saint-Tropez (market, citadel, narrow streets), then a guided trip in the afternoon to Port Grimaud and return via the Estérel.
7 hours (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Fresh water + loan of a life jacket and flotation aids.
Yes, but lunch is not included in the village, so you can eat there.
Black Tenders Events nautical base: 1st container on the beach side, near the jet skis/parasailing.
Children under 4 years old are not accepted.
Yes, 30 minutes early (traffic + parking). If you miss your departure, the ticket is non-exchangeable and non-refundable.
Cancellations must be made directly with the service provider (contact details on the ticket), quoting your order number. Fees may apply according to their terms and conditions.
Saturdays, market day between June and September.
