10 Snorkelling Trips in France Worth Booking

1.Snorkeling Speedboat Tour in Villefranche Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 448 reviews · from $68Our pick

Snorkel Villefranche Bay from Nice by speedboat, with gear, a certified instructor, clear water, coastal views, and time to spot fish.

“This was such a fun time out on the water. The speedboat is the best way to get to our snorkeling destination! The water was so clear and the gear was all included and easy to use. Highly recommend this as a snorkeling tour. There were lots of fish and it was a fun time out just jumping from the boat into the water too.”

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2.French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 424 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Swim and snorkel in clear Villefranche Bay on a two-hour cruise from Nice, with coastal views, gear, crew support, and time to sunbathe.

“My family truly enjoyed the trip, the boat crew looked after us really well. They were very professional, made sure a swimming kit was the correct size for me and the kids, They stopped the boat when we spotted the dolphins. They spoke English and Spanish and I think it’s a really good sign of customer service.”

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3.Calvi: Pointe de la Revellata Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 362 reviews · 2h 30m · from $41Best value

Snorkel the Gulf of Calvi at Pointe de la Revellata on a 150-minute boat trip with gear, crew, rocky views, and family-friendly sea time.

“Activité conforme à nos attentes. Les fonds explorés regorgent de poissons. C'est top. Je recommande”

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4.Sea and Creeks Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 315 reviews · from $63

Cruise the Estérel coast from Fréjus, visit sea caves, snorkel in a secluded cove, and enjoy drinks with music on the return.

“Had a great time - the staff was very friendly and took us to see caves. Wish the swimming stop would’ve been closer to the caves so we could explore as the water was gorgeous there. However, we had a great time regardless and would definitely recommend!”

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5.French Riviera Villefranche Bay Snorkeling Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 211 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Snorkel Villefranche Bay from Nice, with a scenic boat ride, fitted gear, clear Mediterranean water, and up to an hour to swim.

“It was so refreshing to get in the water. The jellyfish were a new type I hadn't seen before. The guides should probably warn their guests about them. 3 people were stung. We had a great time. I would suggest they offer a drink for the guests once they get out of the water be it alcoholic or not. That would have made it excellent.”

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6.Villefranche Bay Swimming & Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 130 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Swim and snorkel in Villefranche Bay on a two-hour boat trip from Nice, with coastal views, gear included, and time in calm Mediterranean water.

“it was great! loved every second of it. Super relaxing and educational. Our guide was very helpful and organized.”

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7.From Sagone/Cargèse: Scandola Girolata Calanques Piana Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96Top rated

Review of Corsica’s 4.5-hour boat tour to Scandola, Girolata, Piana, Capo Rosso, and a clear-water snorkel stop.

“Tour would never contact me. I started 8 days prior. I heard from them AFTER they charged my Credit Card. I could not take the tour because our cruise port was 45 minutes from the tour and IMPOSSIBLE to be on time. Asking for a refund. Still no response.”

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8.Boat trip and snorkeling in Villefranche – sur – Mer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Snorkel from Nice to Cape Ferrat with Chango Diving, using provided gear, calm Mediterranean water, and a small-group boat ride.

“Very enjoyable experience, friendly and helpful staff. It was our first snorkeling experience and they provide us with all the information and equipment to make us feel safe. I highly recommend trying this experience.”

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9.half-day excursion / snorkeling calanques de piana-capo rosso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · from $121

Cruise Corsica’s red Piana cliffs and Capo Rosso on a four-hour small-boat trip with swim stops, morning or afternoon departures, and free cancellation.

“We were so disappointed. We booked a private tour when our ship was in port for one day. Unfortunately for us the one day we were in Ajaccio there were rough seas and the tour had to be cancelled .”

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10.Secret Riviera Boat Tour to Mala cave with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $78

Cruise from Nice to Mala Cave, swim and snorkel in clear Mediterranean water, then see Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche Bay by speedboat.

“We loved the boat tour! We explored Nice and the surrounding areas of the French Riviera. The views were breathtaking and we stopped to swim and snorkel in the sea which was refreshing. Our guide Leo was very fun and knowledgeable and gave a us a great experience! The boat was very fast so hold on to your hat”

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