Calanques and red rocks - Departure Saint Raphaël
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Fréjus Saint-Raphaël, France
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the Massif de l'Esterel mountain range from a perspective that most travelers never get to experience on this small-group boat tour. Sail between the bright red rocks, gazing up at craggy cliffs covered with lush green trees. Stop along the way to dive into the crystal clear Mediterranean waters and catch a glimpse beneath the waves using the onboard snorkel equipment.
- Enjoy a small-group experience with lots of time for questions
- Relax on board, sipping the included rosé wine
- Snap photos of the mountain range from a unique perspective
- Learn facts about the region you won’t find in most guidebooks
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages1 bottle of rose by ballad
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 49 Quai Albert 1er, 83700 Saint-Raphaël, France
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Massif de l'Esterel
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Forbidden to children under 5 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Our favorite excursion so far on our trip! We had a blast on this tour. There were lots of photos stops with information about the area from the guide, followed by swimming and snorkeling (with the opportunity to grab a beverage), and finally on our way back in our guide (Cedric) did a few tricks with the speedboat to make the ride so fun and exciting! Highly recommend this excursion.
Reviews
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Excellent trip. On the way out we got to view some of the smaller Calanques accessible because of the boat size. Very interesting and great to be able to get so close in. We then moored up for about 50 minutes and we were able to swim and snorkel in clear water sheltered by the rocks. Definitely a highlight. The captain was knowledgeable and really looked after us. We then had a fast trip back to the port. We really enjoyed the trip and meeting the other passengers. All in all a really fun experience. This was the second time we we have taken it and both times have been great. Definitely recommend
This was so much fun 🤩 Would recommend on a hot day to cool off and feel exhilarated! The French Riviera is so beautiful and this was worth the money! The captain was nice and we were able to get up close to the rock formations.
Wonderful experience, guide was super knowledgeable. The boat was super fun taking cool turns and bumps on the waves. Snokeriling is fun
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Bonjour
Un grand merci pour votre retour
Tres bonne fin de vacances à vous
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord de nos bateaux
Merci
Guide did not speak English (despite advertised on homepage and written on the ticket), and he was too lazy to actually drive closer to the caves (where competitor boats went into). Too bad, would have been a great activity. Kids loved the diving stop though. Would book again with another company that fulfill both requirements
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Mr Izakowicz
Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback on your trip last Monday. I have identified the pilot who was with you and have just spoken to him about your trip.
Alexis is not our best English speaking driver, I agree, but the general safety briefing and all the main information during the ride was translated into English.
He certainly makes mistakes in conjugation, but manages to make himself understood by everyone, as many Anglo-Saxon reviews attest...
As for the entrance to the grotte des contrebandiers at Cap Dramont, the Office national des forets and the office de protection du littoral have been asking us for the last 8 days to avoid it because a protected species of bat has just arrived there to nest and reproduce.
It is therefore normal that you do not enter completely. Our tour is primarily about discovering the calanques and the red rocks, and the cave is not the main focus of the outing. It's only 15m deep...
There are certainly some boats going in there at the moment, but in my opinion the preservation of protected species is more important ....
I think your children enjoyed the experience, that's something...
Have a good holiday!
I chose this tour because it said it was available in English. The tour guide was aware that I spoke English and did not translate anything the entire trip. Fortunately, I had taken the same tour earlier in the day with a different company which was extremely thorough in explaining each stop in both English and French. Additionally, it seemed that the tour guide was close friends with at least half of the people on the boat so he spent most of the time talking and joking with them. The very short stop he made to explain different locations were extremely minimal in comparison to the tour I did in the morning where the stops were long and thoroughly explained. The seats must be straddle the entire time. The bottle of wine that is described in the description must be split amongst everyone on board -you’re given a small half of a cup. I would recommend going for the same that’s much cheaper run by Sea You Sun. I have requested half of a refund.
Great time! Very nice experience. The water was crystal clear and our tour guide was very nice. We enjoyed it a lot.
Our favorite excursion so far on our trip! We had a blast on this tour. There were lots of photos stops with information about the area from the guide, followed by swimming and snorkeling (with the opportunity to grab a beverage), and finally on our way back in our guide (Cedric) did a few tricks with the speedboat to make the ride so fun and exciting! Highly recommend this excursion.
Very Nice trip. Only guide was not speaking English. It was sold as a trip with an english speaking guide..
Very Nice guy btw.. he did his best!
Betty nice boatrip around the coastline. Our kids loved it and liked snorkeling in the clear blue sea.
A beautiful day with detailed explanations from Romain, magnificent landscapes, and a swimming break in a small, preserved spot. We highly recommend it
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Super captain, top-notch, beautiful ride, beautiful scenery, the little glass of rosé at the swimming break was great
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Thanks to Alex for this great ride, tour of the calanques, drinks, and swimming. I had been waiting a long time to relive this speedboat moment and to have my partner discover it, with Corsican music as a bonus! So many emotions.
I recommend it 🥰😍
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A great time! We had an excellent afternoon and enjoyed a very beautiful walk. The boat allows for a small group to enjoy the experience.
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A very fun experience with the opportunity to see a very beautiful part of the French Riviera and enjoy some relaxation. The captain was very kind and friendly
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Very pleasant excursion with a discovery of the calanques of Esterel. Great skipper who provides interesting explanations, all in a good atmosphere. Idyllic swimming stop. I 100% recommend this company, Taksea.
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Response from Host, Jun 2026
Merci beaucoup de votre commentaire qui fait plaisir a toute l'equipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord de nos bateaux
Bel été à vous
It gets wet; the poncho is useful 😅😂
Very good walk, more information about the history of Saint Raphaël 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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Response from Host, May 2026
Bonjour,
Merci de nous avoir fait part de vos impressions sur cette excursion en mer dans les calanques.
En effet, le meteo ce week end etait tres venteuse... ce qui genere toujours des embruns à bord.
Ravi que nos ponchos aient pu vous etre utiles ;-)
Au plalsir de vous accueillir à bord de nos bateaux
Bel été à vous
Great experience, with a Thomas guide who described each place well.
A very well appreciated moment.
Thank you.
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It was great, we had a lot of fun. It's an adventure for the kids.
2.5 hours is also perfect.
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Response from Host, Sep 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
They should know:
- that they will be on a very powerful boat allowing to go at good speed, which produces thrills
-that the landscapes are beautiful
-that the captain is very attentive to her passengers
-that they will have an unforgettable time
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
Beautiful walk around the creeks, with a bonus swim away from the crowd than happiness! I recommend 100%
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
A superb morning, a very good atmosphere. Listening, very friendly, Recommend +++
Roman can buy Thomas and Lucas a beer;)
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Op en top fantastisch
adembenemende uitzichten, sn was fantastisch, gids was super, maakte het voor iedereen
verstaanbaar
The morning was great!
Thomas & Lucas are on top... nice, smiling, full of humor, the perfect combo for having a great time!
We really kiffed this moment and our companions also made the difference!
Between Normans, Savoyards and other horizons, the Mood was very cool!
Really an experiment to make and redo...
Go for a Holaaa by the skipper!
Severine and Olivier (monkey noise;)
PS: Roman owes you a beer and even several
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
A superb sea trip with excellent coves, and an extraordinary service to Diaris our guide to redone
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
Fun and well organized.
Captain Camille professional and nice.
Possibility of short swim in spectacular seabed.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
A magnificent walk in the Calanques with a carefully chosen swim, incredible boat sensations and a very professional and adorable guide.
I recommend 100%.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
The coves of the Esterel, beautiful landscape to discover.
Watch out for sick people in boats, the zodiac is shaking!
Small swimming in the sea in the middle of 30 minutes rocks.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
It was really great... With a captain at the top of Camille's name... I highly recommend!
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
Superb Experience Very Good Mood
Thanks to the captain for her professionalism
I recommend this excursion sensations guaranteed
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How great! We'll do it again! The anecdotes were very interesting and well told. Everything is designed to be well installed.
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Response from Host, Aug 2025
Bonjour,
Merci pour votre retour qui fait plaisir à toute l'équipe
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord
Bel été à vous
Very good experience pleasant walking and swimming
Thanks to Alex for his sympathy
I recommend +++
Family of 2 adults and teenagers aged 15 and 11
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Response from Host, Jul 2025
Un grand merci pour votre retour
Nous sommes plus que ravis si toute la famille a passé un super moment dans les calanques
Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau à bord de nos bateaux
Bel été à vous
TAKSEA
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