We had initially booked a boat tour in the Calanques. This was canceled due to the weather. After that, we booked the same thing again two days later. The day before, the weather was good, but we could no longer book then. On that day, we were informed via WhatsApp that we would receive an upgrade to a catamaran. However, the upgrade was by no means an upgrade, but rather a downgrade because we simply did not take the same tour, but merely went to the island and back on the catamaran. Apart from that, the weather was again conceivably bad, so from our point of view, they should have canceled. All in all, not what we had booked, and we spent 3 hours in a bay where we did not want to swim due to the rather bad weather. The skippers were very nice, but you should really be careful that you actually get what you book. Without asking beforehand if you even want that, it just doesn't fit...
Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $90 / person
- Location
- Marseille, France
- Rating
- 3.8 / 5 · 14 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Marseille Boat Tours
- Meeting point
- See you behind the Mucem. A flag will indicate the rendezvous point.
Description
Explore the wild beauty of the Côte Bleue on a 31⁄2-hour boat tour from Marseille. Dive into the Madrague cave, swim in the turquoise waters of the Everine creek, and take a break at the charming port of La Redonne. This marine adventure allows you to discover secret coves, admire unspoilt landscapes and enjoy marine life. Masks and snorkels are provided to enrich your aquatic experience. Perfect for nature lovers and Marseille authenticity. - 3h30 Boat Tour Check-out from Marseille - Exploration of sea caves and breaks swimming in secret coves - 30 minutes stop at the port of La Redonne to relax and explore - Masks and snorkels included to observe marine life
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $90
- Child (ages 4–10)
- $57
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:39 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 168 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Calanque Des Eaux Salees
Guided tour, Photo break, Break, Swimming, Cruise, Sightseeing, Sightseeing tour
Photo Break, Sightseeing, Swimming, Sightseeing Tour, Sightseeing Tour (45min)
Free time, Sightseeing tour, Photo break, Tour, Cruise, Walking, Self-guided tour, Break (30min)
Pause, Sightseeing, Sightseeing Tour, Photo Break, Sightseeing, Swimming, Sightseeing (20min)
Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Self-guided tour, Photo break, Sightseeing, Swimming, Cruise, Marine life observation, Break (20min)
Calanque De L'erevine
Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Swimming (45min), Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Sightseeing, Free time, Sightseeing, Sightseeing Tour
What's included
Included
Coffee, tea, local biscuits
Local cookies (Shuttles)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.8
14 reviews
How it compares in Marseille
- Starting price $90 is 17% below the typical $109 for tours of similar length in Marseille
Excurgo comparison of 458 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams take?
Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams cost?
Prices start at $90 per person for this Marseille experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams cost for children?
Children aged 4–10 pay from $57, adults from $90. Infants go free.
Does Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams sell out?
It can: 168 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is See you behind the Mucem. A flag will indicate the rendezvous point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Boat Tour in the Blue Coast Streams offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(14)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Did not receive what was booked
S
Very beautiful walk
Very beautiful route, well-chosen swimming spot and our guide Dylan was excellent; he shared his knowledge with us and was very friendly. I recommend this little trip, ideal for recharging your batteries
U
Clean friendly and a great place to swim.
This was a great morning trip. Friendly and skilful crew. Clean boat. Lots of interesting sights on the islands and topped off with a long stop for swimming in the beautiful waters.
U
Beautiful scenic tour of the blue coast with swimming and rock jumping.
It was a wonderful tour with a small group on a small boat. We loved being close to the beautiful water on the blue coast, jumping off the rocks, and swimming into the cave. It was so nice to see that part of Italy from the sea. Our tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable.
R
Beautiful experience
Superb afternoon in the calanques, I recommend it.
S
Poor customer service
Very poor experience, trip was booked a month ago via Tripadvisor, payment taken 3 days before by Viator, then cancelled the day before by operator citing weather conditions. It was 37 degrees, sunny , no clouds and very light wind. Poor explanation and shocking service. Fortunately other local operators were much more helpful and accommodating.
J
Horrible. Felt very unsafe. Left early
We were not aware that the trip to the swimming area would be a 45 minute ride on very very rough sea. My kids were flying up in the air and it was very dangerous. We were so scared and felt like we injured ourselves because of the boat, slamming down up and down on the water. Once we got to the first swimming area, we told the driver that we wanted to get off and drive home in an uber. We were too scared to take the boat back. We were four adults and four children, and did not feel like the children were safe on the boat. They were holding on for their lives and didn’t have an appropriate seat for each of them. I would not recommend this at all and I’m very disappointed. We paid a lot of money for this and this is not what we were expecting. He also did not offer a life vest to the adults nor the children.
K
Good experience.
Small group, a large zodiac. Very pleasant crossings. 1st spot without much interest. A lot of waiting at anchor, people sick on board. 2nd spot, the Mejean cave. Exceptional. Again, too much waiting; we weighed anchor early by popular demand. Overall, a very nice excursion and good value for money. Contrary to the description, no drinks or snacks were served to us on board.
J
Fantastic experience
It was a very nice excursion. Our guide, Dylan, was always very attentive to us, explained a lot to us, and we made some incredible stops for snorkeling.
C
Nice walk
Very nice walk even for locals with beautiful discoveries by the sea. Good explanations about the different monuments.
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