France · SNORKELING TRIPS IN THE FRENCH RIVIERA
The good snorkeling trips in the French Riviera go weeks ahead and the best go first. Here are 4 to reserve early, what each includes and where they part company.
From Chango Diving in Nice, you’ll take a fast 10 to 15 minute boat ride to Villefranche Bay for about an hour of guided snorkeling. Chris, Adrian, Aurelie, or another certified instructor may lead your group, with masks, fins, snorkels, wetsuits, and flotation aids supplied.
“So much fun, lovely instructors and an amazing opportunity highly highly reccommend 😁😁”
Set out from Poseidon’s Nice office on a wooden boat, cruise along the Côte d’Azur, and stop for about 1.5 hours in Villefranche Bay near Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. You can snorkel, swim, or stay aboard and sunbathe. Equipment and wetsuits are provided when needed, but you must swim unassisted.
“The guides were excellent and very friendly. Was shocked at how much time we got to spend in the water (about an hour). Amazing view of the coastline. The safety briefing was very informative but relaxed so we had a very enjoyable time.”
Join a French and English-speaking crew at Fréjus port for a 2.5-hour cruise along the Estérel coast. You’ll see sea caves, volcanic cliffs, Agay Bay, and secluded coves, then stop for swimming and snorkeling. Guides including Lauren and Jacques have been praised for friendly service and clear English.
“It was a fantastic trip that fulfilled our expectations completely: a very friendly atmosphere, a guide that really took care of us who were the only non-French speaking guests, a high-standard big boat, a lot of nice views, and enough time for snorkeling/swimming/Stand-Up-Paddling. Recommendable!”
From POSEIDON Dive Center in Nice, you take a roughly 20-minute boat ride toward Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, then spend up to an hour snorkeling near the boat. Staff fit your mask, fins, snorkel, and wetsuit when needed, give instructions in English, and supervise the outing. You must be at least 12, swim confidently, and bring your own towel.
“A must-do activity in Nice! The snorkeling experience was wonderful. There was plenty of time to explore, and the staff were very friendly.”
Pick a monument, a coastline or a cellar.
