Boat Tour in the Calanques departing from Marseille

Set sail from Marseille for an unforgettable day's cruising on board an old sailing ship that have been awarded the Bateau d'Intérêt Patrimonial label!

Sailboat Eleanor Mary | 18th century

2 options available from €130

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From€150
7 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 1 years-old and up

Practical information

Aboard Eleanor Mary, a historic pilot cutter, set off from Marseille for a 7-hour sailing cruise in the Calanques.

The perfect opportunity to combine a relaxing moment with a discovery cruise, under sail, in Marseille's Calanques park. During your trip on board Eleanor Mary, you'll enjoy a privileged view of the Palais du Pharo, Fort Saint-Jean and the Bonne Mère... from a traditional sailing boat, which has been awarded the Bateau d'Interêt Patrimonial label.

This pilot cutter and its crew are renowned in Marseilles for their professionalism, good humour and above all... the passion with which they pass on their love of traditional sailing in the Mediterranean during each sailing cruise in the creeks of Marseille.

Course of events

Participants welcome at pontoon number 2.

Boarding begins at 10 a.m. on the Quai d'Honneur in the Vieux Port, in front of the Hôtel de Ville.

Once on board:

Presentation of the crew with coffee, biscuits and safety briefing.

Sailing until around midday towards the Parc des Calanques.

Stop at anchor for a drink, a swim, lunch, sunbathing...

Return sailing starts at 3 p.m.

Return to the Old Port and disembark at 5 p.m.

Activity requirements

Please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time.

If you are more than 6 months pregnant, you may be refused boarding in case of swell. The agreement of your doctor is required for any sea trip during pregnancy.

Passengers in wheelchairs are asked to telephone to the Don du Vent team before the day of departure so that the best possible arrangements can be made by the crew to accommodate them.

Special terms

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Please note that the itinerary of the activity is weather-dependent.

Meeting point:
Le don du vent, quai de port, ponton n°2 devant l'hôtel de ville, 13002 Marseille
Spoken languages:French, English
Included
  • Hot drinks (tea & coffee)
  • Lunch (fresh buffet prepared by the chef on board)
  • Alcoholic drinks (organic rosé and white wine)
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear (depending on the season)
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Comfy clothes