Departure from Saint-Raphaël - The creeks of Estérel
Fréjus Saint-Raphaël, France
Departure from Saint-Raphaël - The creeks of Estérel
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Fréjus Saint-Raphaël, France
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Visit the red rocks of Estérel on a small-group boat ride from Saint-Raphaël, and access the caves and coves that the bigger boats can’t get near. You’ll explore with a guide to get the lowdown on the nature and volcanic geology of the creeks, and have time to swim and snorkel. Complimentary cool-down refreshments are also provided.
- Board a vessel that’s limited to just 12 people, and skip the crowds
- Enjoy close-up views of the cliffs and caves aboard your small boat
- Use provided snorkel equipment for some underwater exploration
- Enjoy drinks of rosé wine, water, or fruit juice after your swim
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 593 reviews
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Evelina_A, Sep 2025
It had amazing views and the driver of the boat, Nichola, was great. It was a beautiful ride and the ocean was calm.
RussellStart, Jun 2025
Fabulous trip. Very knowledgeable, friendly skipper. Learnt lots about the coastal area and topped off with a lovely swim. What a great way to spend a morning
Jeremy_M, Jun 2025
It was a relaxed, enjoyable experience with an excellent captain. The seats were comfortable and they provided masks and snorkels. I would bring your own snorkel cleaning supplies if you want.
Anna_R, Jul 2024
This was a well planned out and thoroughly executed excursion. The tour guide was able to translate both French and English with precision. Each stop was given an appropriate amount of time in order to explain the historical or social significance for the area. Nikolai was attentive to everyone on board. I later did the same excursion with a more expensive company, and it was awful compared to my experience with this one. Go with this company!
Sandrine_s, Jul 2024
Nico was very good. Very friendly and knowledgable. The kids had a wonderful time. Will do it again if we come back.
Katrina_L, Jun 2024
Super fun. I went with my 9 year old daughter and we both loved it. The boat goes fast over the ocean aves and the coastline is beautiful. We enjoyed the swim even though it was a bit rainy. A fun afternoon trip.
Jeremy_D, Apr 2024
Annecdotes, small group. Friendly guy 100 characters is too long!! Are you crazy wtf seriously!!!!!!!!!
Andrew_P, Aug 2022
The boat ride going was good and visiting the caves. The snorkelling was also enjoyable but the boat ride back was far too fast to the point that a number of people asked to slow down.
Barb_C, Jun 2022
The boat was not what we expected and not what was shown in the photos. It was not comfortable seating. We went for two hours before a break to cool off.
We had 7 English speaking people and 5 French speaking people on the tour. 80% of then dialogue was in French.
The coves were very pretty and the views made up for the boat experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Hello
We are sorry that you did not appreciate the comfort of our boat.
They are however in photos on our website at the time of the choice of the excursion.
When booking (on our website www.sea-u-sun.fr), you can choose the boat: traditional or speed boat.
You should have chosen the traditional boat, equipped with a large bench seat at the front and the back of the boat.
You had to choose a speed boat that ensures safety, comfort in case of speed because you are on jockey seats (which must have surprised you), the possibility of approaching the cliffs as closely as possible.
These are not yachts equipped with lounges.
They are 9 meters long, equipped with a 300 HP engine, a side ladder for swimming to combine safety, pleasure, proximity to the sea.
We hope that we will be able to meet you on a future excursion on our traditional boat for example.
Best regards.
Rozami_P, Sep 2021
It was a great tour, not short not too long was perfect. We would do it again!
The captain did amazing !
Sabine_D, Aug 2021
Wonderfull ! The captain is top. The panoramic is beautiful. You can swin and drink rose. You must do it.
Christopher_S, Jul 2021
It was a beautiful trip along the coast to see a few beautiful offshore islands and take a swim. Our hostess and captain of the 12-person boat was friendly and helpful throughout the reservation process and the cruise. If it's windy the water can be a bit rough, so if your back isn't great, think twice. The atmosphere among the guests was great, and the sights were beautiful.
Samy_N, Jul 2025
We booked at noon for the late afternoon outing (17:30), a duet was expected but never arrived so we had to wait until 17:50 (but is not a problem at all because I would like to be waited for me if I was late). The walk is therefore made for our greatest pleasure alone with family! A big thank you to Leo who took care of us throughout the ride. I think that even if the boat is full you have something to enjoy as much as possible because the coves are wonderful.
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Valerie_B, Jul 2025
Excellent outing with a very friendly captain and teammate. I recommend to all this beautiful experience
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Cecile_C, Sep 2024
Très belle balade avec un guide Nico très sympa et qui donne de bonnes explications. Ambiance sur le bateau au top
Laily_S, Sep 2024
Excellente balade en mer avec baignade inclus ! Merci tout particulièrement à Nicolas pour ses explications et sa bonne humeur ! Nous recommandons fortement l’expérience
Viviane_G, Aug 2024
Une balade exceptionnelle avec Nicolas aux commandes : merci pour tes explications, ton humour, ta bonne humeur et pour le cadeau sur le trajet du retour ! Sensations fortes assurées ☺️. Paysages magnifiques et la baignade était au top !
Nous recommandons cette excursion à 100 % et la referons avec grand plaisir !!
Steven_K, Aug 2024
Tolles Erlebnis, schöne Buchten, viele Informationen und eine unglaublich schöne Stelle zum Schnorcheln mit vielen Fischen. Unser Kapitän (Benoit) war unglaublich freundlich, auch auf Englisch hat er uns alles gut erklärt. Am Ende gab es noch eine extra Runde mit dem Speedboot. Wir als Familie können diesen Ausflug sehr empfehlen.
Leo_H, Aug 2024
Un moment au top avec des belle découverte et un super guide .
Un retour au port incroyablement bien
Elodie_D, Aug 2024
Superbe balade, Nico est un super accompagnateur, très intéressant et sympa. Les paysages étaient splendide, l'arrêt où on c'est baigné était merveilleux. On a tout aimé!!!
Franois_B, Aug 2024
Nous avons passé une agréable matinée en bateau dans une partie des calanques de la corniche d'or avec des spots à couper le souffle, notre pilote et guide Emilien nous a bien accompagné avec un retour de fin de ballade un peu plus sport ,juste après une baignade dans une crique,le tout en musique. Belle expérience de dépaysement rafraîchissant !
christine_f, Aug 2024
La beauté du paysage et la gentillesse de l accompagnateur ainsi que ses commentaires sur la visite.
Cet accompagnateur aime ce qu il fait.
Du moins c est mon ressenti.
Christelle_V, Aug 2024
Un superbe souvenir en famille avec nos deux garçons de 4,5 et 6 ans. Quelques appréhensions au début mais finalement nous recommandons cette excursion les yeux fermés. Notre capitaine Benoît était au top! De belles explications concises, un arrêt baignade en sécurité, et un retour en musique un peu plus rapide, que les garçons ont adoré, avec quelques virages. Nous reviendrons refaire d'autres excursions avec l'équipe! Belle continuation !
Giuseppe_D, Aug 2024
Merci à Emilien pour sa gentillesse, ses explications, sa bonne humeur
Uu très beau moment passé avec un groupe anglais…
Anne_H, Aug 2024
Fuld skrald på musikken og fuld fart hen over vandet på tilbagevejen. Whats not to like 😊 Dejlig kølende dukkert midtvejs. Flotte bjerge, god kaptajn. Talte både engelsk og fransk. Kan varmt anbefales 👍
Claudie_D, Jul 2024
Très belle expérience à faire avec de très beaux paysages. Emilien est un très bon guide qui a su nous captiver. Baignade de rêve dans les calanques et retour au port en musique.
Josphine_C, Jul 2024
Belle balade à la découverte de lieux magnifiques. Mention spéciale pour Émilien qui a su agrémenter l'excursion par des commentaires enrichissants et proposer un retour fun et vraiment sympa. Nous recommandons et revivrons l'expérience l'an prochain.
Ophelie_R, Jul 2024
Super balade dans les calanques de l'esterel! Merci à Emilien, le skipper, pour ce bel après midi à bord du semi rigide!
Franoise_B, Jul 2024
Guide extra, de qualité, je conseille vivement.
Le rafraichissement est bienvenue.
Merci Nicolas.
A refaire
Consuelo_R, Jun 2024
Très agréable après midi. Je recommande cette ballade très instructive, bien commentée. Et en plus , petite baignade dans une calanque magnifique.
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