On the water · NICE BOAT TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend who asked: 8 nice boat tours worth the fare, each with its price, its passenger verdict and the one thing to check before you pay.
Set out from Nice Port on a one-hour sightseeing cruise to Villefranche-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. You will hear lively French and English commentary, see grand villas and the Promenade des Anglais from the water, and return without leaving the boat. Bring cash for drinks and arrive early for the best seats.
“Beautiful and clean boat. Helpful and informative crew. Stunning sights.”
Take Trans Côte D’Azur’s round-trip boat from Nice to Saint-Tropez. Depart at 9:00 AM, cruise past the Riviera, and arrive at 11:30 AM for about five hours in town. Visit Place des Lices, the harbor, Citadelle, La Ponche, and local shops before returning at 4:30 PM. Drinks and snacks are sold onboard.
“Wonderful, smooth ride. Great service of on-board staff... would definitely go again!”
Board Trans Côte d’Azur’s boat at Quai Lunel for a one-hour cruise from Nice. You’ll pass the Promenade des Anglais, Cap de Nice, the Citadelle of Villefranche-sur-Mer, Cap Ferrat, and the Baie des Anges while hearing commentary in English and French. Morning and afternoon departures make this an easy addition to a busy Côte d’Azur day.
“The audio was hard to hear. The bartender was very kind. The views beautiful. The ride exciting. Recommend!”
Leave Nice’s Port by speedboat with Chango Diving and reach Villefranche Bay in about 15 minutes. You get a mask, fins, snorkel, wetsuit when needed, and help from instructors such as Chris, Benoit, or Adrian. Expect one hour in the water, fish and sea life, and fine views of Cape Nice and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
“Over all we were very satisfied with the activity - super nice weather, boat, attractive instructor, super emotions. We really enjoyed! Highly recommended.”
This three-hour small-group boat trip takes you from Nice to Mala Cave for swimming and snorkeling, then to Villefranche-sur-Mer for 45 minutes on land. Expect a fast semi-rigid boat, coastal views, music, masks, snorkels, and an entertaining English or French-speaking guide such as Jean-Baptiste, Paul, or Leo.
“We really enjoyed our tour and snorkelling. It was so much fun and JB was a funny and entertaining guide, pointing out all the sights along the Riviera and providing some recommendations for our stay in Nice. Would recommend to those visiting the area!”
Leave Nice’s Port Lympia in a fast boat with a French or English-speaking guide such as Paul, Jean-Baptiste, or Leo. Cruise to Mala Cave near Èze for a 45-minute swim and snorkel stop, then return past Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche Bay. Gear and life jackets are included, but towels are not.
“Excellent boat trip, excellent staff, amazing views, couldn’t have asked for more!”
Leave Nice’s port on a semi-rigid Black Tender and follow the Riviera coast toward Monaco. English- and French-speaking captains such as Damien, Florian, and Julien share local details while you pass Villefranche-sur-Mer, Cap-Ferrat, Beaulieu, and La Mala. Expect brisk boat rides, grand villas, cliffs, and possibly a refreshing swim stop.
“Really a fun and informative boat ride! Best part of our trip so far.”
Leave from the Poseidon office in Nice for a wooden-boat cruise along the Côte d’Azur. After about 30 minutes, stop in Villefranche Bay near Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat for roughly 90 minutes of swimming, snorkeling, and marine-life viewing. Equipment and wetsuits are supplied, and English- and French-speaking crew provide a safety briefing.
“So cool to see Nice and Villefranche Sur Mer from the water, the views were amazing! Water was very clear, blue, and warm. A unique way to experience the Côte D’Azur.”
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