5 Tours in Cannes to Build a Day Around

1.Round-Trip Ferry to Ste. Marguerite Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,747 reviews · from $24Our pick

Take a 15-minute ferry from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite Island, then explore at your own pace. Walk pine and eucalyptus trails, spot birds at Batéguier Pond, visit Fort Royal and its Maritime Museum, or swim near the underwater eco museum. Your ticket covers transport only, so bring water, food, and walking shoes.

“I recommend this boat trip to this beautiful island! We loved it! On the island they have both a nice restaurant and a café with ice cream. Go to the other side of the island to enjoy a small private beach away from all the people.”

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2.2.5-Hour Esterel Calanques Boat Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 808 reviews · from $88

Join a small-group Black Tenders trip from Cannes for 2.5 hours along the Esterel coast. Your local captain, such as Stephane, Damian, or Julian, guides the boat past red volcanic cliffs, sea caves, Maison Lacoste, and the Bubble Palace, with swimming or snorkeling stops when conditions allow. Expect jockey-style seats, bottled water, and a lively ride.

“Fantastic experience, really informative and great fun. Loved the fact we had the opportunity to swim as well. The guide was brilliant, really friendly”

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3.Departure from Saint-Raphaël – The creeks of Estérel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 570 reviews · from $63Top rated

From Saint-Raphaël’s Santa Lucia port, you’ll cruise the red cliffs of Cap Dramont, Île d’Or, and the Anthéor coves aboard a boat limited to 12 people. Guides including Nico, Benoit, and Emilien explain the coast in French and English, with time to swim and snorkel before a fast, scenic return.

“Un moment au top avec des belle découverte et un super guide . Un retour au port incroyablement bien”

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4.Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 445 reviews · 3 hours · from $98

Spend an afternoon sailing from Cannes aboard a modern catamaran with French and English crew. After a short ferry ride to Île Sainte-Marguerite, swim, snorkel, kayak, or paddleboard from the boat, weather permitting. Water and masks are included, while food, towels, and cash for drinks are your responsibility.

“This was absolutely perfect! The scenery was amazing, there was plenty of equipment for everyone, and they even had snacks at the end. I would do this again and again.”

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5.Ferry from Cannes to St Tropez

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $104

Take a round-trip ferry from Quai Laubeuf in Cannes to St Tropez, with about a day to explore independently. Enjoy Riviera views, indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and a small cash-only bar. There is no guide, hotel transfer, or meal included, so plan your own visit around the port, citadel, museums, shops, and beaches.

“Pretty new, very clean and comfortable boat. Would be great that smoking would be prohibited on the top deck, now all non-smokers have to breath that smoke...”

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