Catamaran day cruise - Calanques & Riou from Marseille

Sail from Marseille's Vieux-Port for a day of escapism to discover the wonders of the Parc National des Calanques.
Cape the turquoise waters of the calanque de Sormiou, before exploring the unspoilt coves of Morgiou and Sugiton.
Enjoy an idyllic anchorage in the Riou archipelago, a wilderness setting accessible only by sea.
Lounging on deck, swimming, exploring by paddle or contemplating the spectacular scenery: this cruise has it all.
Aperitif, buffet lunch and drinks included on board for a moment of total pleasure.

The program for your Day at Sea:

Boarding and sailing along the coast

• 9:20 am - Boarding at Marseille's Old Port
  The crew welcomes you aboard the catamaran Samba. Presentation of the team, the program and safety briefing before departure.

• 9:30 - Departure
  Navigation along the coast, between Fort Saint-Jean, Fort Saint-Nicolas, Cap Croisette and Île Maïre. The scenery unfolds: sculpted relief, deep blue sea, unique Mediterranean light.

First anchorage in Calanque de Sormiou

• 11:00 am - Calanque de Sormiou
  Stop at one of the park's jewels. Clear waters, steep cliffs, unspoilt cove... Enjoy the calm, explore the bay by paddle or relax on deck.
  Aperitif served on board, followed by a buffet lunch prepared by our caterer.

Exploration of two mythical calanques

• 13:30 - Sailing to Morgiou and Sugiton
  Morgiou and its little hidden port, its mythical underwater grotto. Then Sugiton, and its coves lined with vertiginous cliffs. A wild and spectacular setting.

Anchoring in the Riou Archipelago nature reserve

• 3:00 pm - Set course for the Riou Archipelago
  Protected nature reserve, accessible only by sea. An unspoilt haven for seabirds and aquatic species.

• 3:30 pm - Second anchorage: Calanque de Monastério
  A moment of relaxation in an unspoilt environment. Farniente, paddle, explore, swim or simply contemplate.

Return to Marseille

• 16:15 - Return sailing
  Return to the Old Port along the islands of Jarre and Maïre.

• 17:30 - Disembarkation
  End your marine escapade, eyes full of images and mind soothed.

Buffet lunch on board:

A fresh, tasty meal served on deck, prepared with care by our caterer:

• Pure butter tart base & Gassin black olive tapenade

• Various salads: Italian, Greek, crunchy (cabbage and carrots)

• Gambas flambéed with Pastis à la plancha

• Chicken aiguillettes with herbes de Provence

• Grenaille potatoes with garlic and herbes de Provence

• Cheese selection: comté and brie

• Fresh fruit salad and red fruit crumble muffin

• Handcrafted bread

Drinks included:

• Softs : still water, sparkling water, orange juice, multifruit, cola, lemonade, coffee, tea

• Aperitif: punch planteur

• Wines (AOP Côtes de Provence): white, red, rosé

Drinks are offered via plastic-free ecological fountains - local brand Ôchwette.

What's included in your cruise:

• 8-hour maxi-catamaran excursion

• 2 anchorages in exceptional sites

• Access to paddles

• Aperitif and full buffet lunch

• Drinks (soft drinks, wine, coffee, tea)

Practical information:

• Boarding 10 minutes before departure with your electronic ticket (QR code to be presented).

• No delay will be taken into account. In the event of absence, no reimbursement will be made.

• Itinerary subject to adjustment according to weather or attendance.

• Respect for the regulations of the Parc National des Calanques guaranteed.

To bring in your bag:

• Sun cream, hat/cap, sunglasses

• Swimming suit, beach towel

• Shorts/vests for children

Consult the National Park's rules at sea here:
calanques-parcnational.fr/reglementations-en-mer