Give yourself a privileged interlude on a privatized day trip to the Iles de Lérins. Caroline, your skipper and guide to the sea, will reveal the secrets of the coastline and seabed on a snorkeling tour.
Highlights
Duration: 6h (10am to 4 pm)
Départure: Saint-Raphaël
Locations: Estérel coastline, Lérins Islands
Format: Comfortable private boat Included angle: guided snorkeling with fins, mask, and snorkel
Price: 1350€ (from 1 to 8 pers max)
A boat rental in Saint-Raphaël becomes especially attractive when it leads to the calm waters and island atmosphere of the Lérins archipelago. Here, the private format creates a serene day on the water, with time to enjoy the crossing, admire the Estérel coastline, and reach the islands without the pace of a crowded group excursion
The strength of this specific offer lies in its balance. 6 hours is long enough to feel like a true Riviera escape while still fitting easily into a holiday schedule. Because the boat is private and the route is focused on the Lérins Islands, the experience feels intimate, fluid, and well-suited to travelers who value scenic cruising and real time in the water.
Boating in Saint-Raphaël takes on a stronger experiential dimension here because the outing is paired with guided snorkeling rather than simple sightseeing. Plus, the presence on board of our skipper, sea guide, and diving instructor, gives the day a more reassuring and expert-led character from departure to each stop.
That guidance matters in practice because each stop becomes more than a swim break. Guests discover the coastline and seabed with support while still enjoying the calm rhythm expected from a private marine outing. The result combines comfort, discovery, and active moments in clear water around the Lérins Islands.
Leaving from Saint-Raphaël, embark for the day aboard a comfortable boat for a private excursion to discover the Esterel coastline and the Lérins Islands. At stopovers, take to the water and discover the wonders of the underwater world.
Caroline, your sea guide Skipper and diving instructor, will give you an unforgettable experience at sea!
"ILES DE LERINS" DAY TOUR 10am-4pm:
Go all the way along the Esterel coast towards the Iles de Lérins. First pass the Lion de mer island, the ile d'or, the Dramont and spectacular Esterel red rocks.Visit the Iles de Lérins on the sea side: Snorkeling at the Sainte Marguerite underwater museum, and at the Saint Honorat Monastery.
Between sailing, aquatic exploration and relaxation in the sun:
The Boat:You embark on a comfortable 8.50m "semi-rigid inflatable" vessel, powered by a 250hp engine. For your comfort, we prefer small outfits of 8 people maximum (10 if children)
COMFORTABLE EQUIPMENT:
| Included in the offer | - Full excursion (guide, fuel) from 10am to 4pm - loan of equipment (snorkel mask fins) . |
| Not included in the offer | Drink, food |
| To take with you | Swim suit, towel, sun protection (cream, t-shirt, hat, sunglasses), water, soft drink, picnic |
| Important information | Know how to swim in open water Don't get seasick Children over 6 |
| Spoken languages | English, Spanish, French |
Address
ESTEREL EVASION port de santa Lucia
663 Bd Raymond Poincaré, 83700 Saint-Raphaël, France
Meeting point
Meeting Point: Please arrive at the boat 5 minutes before departure. Location: Start of Pontoon 6, North Basin, Port Santa Lucia. ⚠️ Important: The port is very large—make sure you go to the correct side! At the pharmacy roundabout (Pharmacie des Îles), take the exit towards the sea, then turn left. You’ll pass under a barrier to enter a large free parking lot that runs alongside the port. The boat is moored right at the start of Pontoon 6, near the restrooms (small building with a blue roof). You’ll easily spot it from the parking lot.
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In France, a boat license is required to operate motorboats with an engine power above 6 horsepower (4.5 kW). A coastal license is needed for sea navigation, while an inland license applies to rivers and canals.
No license is required if you are a passenger on a boat operated by a professional skipper.
Boat license requirements are not something guests need to manage for this activity because the outing is operated as a private boat with a skipper. Caroline leads the day as skipper and guide, so travelers can focus on the experience rather than navigation rules
On a typical day out on a boat along the Côte d’Azur, activities often include swimming in clear waters, snorkeling, relaxing on deck, and enjoying scenic cruising along the coastline. Depending on the itinerary, stops may be made in secluded coves or near landmarks like the Estérel creeks or the Lérins Islands, offering a mix of leisure and exploration.
Boat day activities here include scenic sailing, stops to admire the Estérel coastline, and guided snorkeling with fins, mask, and snorkel. The excursion is both a relaxing sea day and a discovery of the underwater world around the Lérins Islands.
