WHERE TO PADDLE · FRANCE KAYAKING TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 france kayaking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing.
Paddle Marseille’s Côte Bleue calanques to quiet coves, swim from a pebble beach, and enjoy expert guidance for $64.
“it was amazing and I'd do it again! the only thing I think I would have liked to know is that there are no bathrooms nearby the launch site so make sure you go before you get dropped off 😄 the parking lot is pretty desolate except for people getting on boats and into kayaks!”
Review of Marseille’s catamaran tour to Frioul and Château d’If, with swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, drinks, and a rooftop jump.
“It was very good experience and the tour guide was very friendly. The swimming stop was beautiful and the sunset was very good as well.”
Paddle the Baudinard Canyon in the Verdon Gorges with Aquattitude, enjoying turquoise water, caves, cliffs, and flexible 3 or 6 hour rentals.
“My husband and I were greeted in arrival and the guide was very helpful. The gorge is beautiful and we had a great time kayaking. Would recommend this company.”
Paddle the Dordogne from Vitrac past castles, cliffs, villages, and caves, with flexible routes, swimming stops, and easy shuttle transport.
“Excellent day out watching King fishers, buzzards, kites, dragon flies and much more.while paddling on lovely river.”
Kayak along Pampelonne Beach, snorkel in clear Mediterranean water, and try a 3-metre cliff jump on this Saint-Tropez tour.
“Julian was an excellent guide. He created a relaxed atmosphere and included games with a sense of adventure.”
Paddle Sète’s Mediterranean coast, canals, cliffs, and sea caves on a family-friendly three-hour kayak trip with local guides.
“Really enjoyable morning despite a little rough sea just added to the enjoyment of the trip. Definitely on the list for a return”
Paddle from Vitrac to Beynac past Dordogne castles, villages, swimming spots, and picnic banks on an easy, flexible canoe trip.
“An excellent way to spend a morning or afternoon as a family activity, and especially to see three cliff-side medieval towns on the way. Spectacular views. It takes no less than three hours to paddle down the river.”
Sail from Antibes to the Lérins Islands for Fort Royal views, snorkeling, paddleboarding, island history, and relaxed Mediterranean scenery.
“Sailing and snorkeling with Valentin was amazing! My family of five had a fabulous time. The boat was comfortable. Valentin was a gracious, low-key host and very able sailor. Highly recommended!”
Review of KayakMed’s Sète sea kayak tour, with coastal caves, local history, practical tips, pricing, parking, and honest advice.
“Wonderful outing with Olivier, he gave good instructions, fun kayak along the coast and through caves. Some history information about the local area. So good to see Sete from the water.”
Review of Cap d’Agde’s guided sea kayak trip, with volcanic cliffs, black sand, snorkeling, practical tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“A small hourly error faced by a professional who confused himself in excuses and proposed various solutions then a canoe ride with this same passionate and very invested person, sharing a moment under his accompaniment is more than desirable go there with your eyes closedAuto-translated”
Review of a family-friendly 12 km Ardèche canoe trip with slides, Pont d’Arc views, flexible timing, parking, and practical tips.
“Superbe activité familiale L’équipe d’Alain Bato, super sympa, dynamique et a bien pris le temps d’expliquer toutes les consignes de sécurité”
Review of Ramatuelle sea kayaking near Saint-Tropez, with clear water, snorkeling, rock jumping, guide tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“Activité très sympa à faire entre amis. Le moniteur était au top et le cadre était magnifique. Nous avons pu rigoler, découvrir de nouveaux espaces et apercevoir avec un nouvel angle de vu la côte. Il s’agit d’une activité très conviviale que je recommande à tous et à toute!”
Ride an e-bike from Nice to Villefranche, paddleboard in clear Mediterranean water, and enjoy a four-hour small-group coastal tour.
“The activities were really fun! Led by our super guide in super Kent! We cycled through Nice into Villefranche whilst taking in great views and some history lessons. Paddleboard was also great fun as we went on a mini tour around the bay which boasted some wonderful houses to view and boats on the water. Overall it was a 10/10 experience and will highly recommend for anyone visiting Nice!”
Paddle from Les Goudes toward Marseille’s Calanques with a friendly guide, snorkeling, photos, sunset views, and flexible booking for all skill levels.
“Stand-up paddling in Marseille is absolutely worth it. Just being out on the water with those stunning views is an incredible experience. I’d highly recommend booking the sunset option as it was the highlight of the whole activity. Julien was a fantastic guide and super friendly. The photos and videos he took turned out amazing as well. All in all, a top experience.”
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