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Spend four hours on a private Grand Banks 36 from Cannes, exploring the Lérins Islands, Cap d'Antibes and the Esterel coastline. Expect snorkeling, paddleboarding and calm coastal cruising with a local French captain.
Spend four hours on a private Grand Banks 36 from Cannes, exploring the Lérins Islands, Cap d'Antibes and the Esterel coastline. Expect snorkeling, paddleboarding and calm coastal cruising with a local French captain.
You step off the quay at the entrance to Cannes' Old Port and the Grand Banks 36, ARGO, rocks gently against the pier. The engine notes a steady, comforting hum; captain Gérard runs a quick check while sunlight skitters off turquoise water. In four hours you can move from the sheltered coves of the Lérins Islands to the sculpted headlands of Cap d'Antibes and the rose-red cliffs of the Massif de l'Esterel.
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Operated by ARGO · Cannes, Alpes-Maritimes
You step off the quay at the entrance to Cannes' Old Port and the Grand Banks 36, ARGO, rocks gently against the pier. The engine notes a steady, comforting hum; captain Gérard runs a quick check while sunlight skitters off turquoise water. In four hours you can move from the sheltered coves of the Lérins Islands to the sculpted headlands of Cap d'Antibes and the rose-red cliffs of the Massif de l'Esterel.
The islands hold history in stone: Sainte-Marguerite’s Fort Royal once housed prisoners—famously tied to the Man in the Iron Mask—and nearby Saint-Honorat still harbors a centuries-old monastery. Geology shifts south: Esterel’s volcanic rhyolite gives the coastline its warm, rust-colored face. Along Cap d'Antibes, discreet villas and small private beaches puncture the shoreline.
Practical rhythm is simple. The charter is private and departs from Cannes' Old Port; the typical outing is four hours with masks, snorkels and a paddleboard provided, plus light refreshments. Fuel is included for the first hour of navigation; additional time is charged per hour. The trip suits most physical levels but is not recommended for people with serious heart conditions, and infants must sit on laps.
Timing matters—mornings usually mean calmer seas and clearer snorkeling. Respect the sea grass beds and use mooring buoys where provided. Bring sunscreen, boat shoes and a lightweight jacket; watch for local mooring rules around the Lérins and avoid anchoring in protected seagrass meadows. This charter is as much about comfortable observation as it is about short swims and coastal exploration.
easy.
4 hours.
Low to moderate — must be able to step on/off a low boarding ladder and move on deck unaided
The charter embarks at Cannes’ Old Port—meet at the entrance to the port in front of the portal and contact the captain as instructed on booking.
Yes — masks, snorkels and a paddleboard are included with the charter for short swims and exploration.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; weather cancellations are also possible.
Children are welcome but infants must sit on an adult’s lap; confirm any special requirements with the operator when booking.
The Lérins Islands host monastic settlements dating to the 5th century and Fort Royal on Sainte-Marguerite—linked to the story of the Man in the Iron Mask.
Posidonia seagrass meadows are protected in this region—avoid anchoring in shallow beds and use marked moorings to prevent damage.
ARGO operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the quay at the entrance to Cannes' Old Port and the Grand Banks 36, ARGO, rocks gently against the pier. The engine notes a steady, comforting hum; captain Gérard runs a quick check while sunlight skitters off turquoise water. In four hours you can move from the sheltered coves of the Lérins Islands to the sculpted headlands of Cap d'Antibes and the rose-red cliffs of the Massif de l'Esterel.
You step off the quay at the entrance to Cannes' Old Port and the Grand Banks 36, ARGO, rocks gently against the pier. The engine notes a steady, comforting hum; captain Gérard runs a quick check while sunlight skitters off turquoise water. In four hours you can move from the sheltered coves of the Lérins Islands to the sculpted headlands of Cap d'Antibes and the rose-red cliffs of the Massif de l'Esterel.
The islands hold history in stone: Sainte-Marguerite’s Fort Royal once housed prisoners—famously tied to the Man in the Iron Mask—and nearby Saint-Honorat still harbors a centuries-old monastery. Geology shifts south: Esterel’s volcanic rhyolite gives the coastline its warm, rust-colored face. Along Cap d'Antibes, discreet villas and small private beaches puncture the shoreline.
Practical rhythm is simple. The charter is private and departs from Cannes' Old Port; the typical outing is four hours with masks, snorkels and a paddleboard provided, plus light refreshments. Fuel is included for the first hour of navigation; additional time is charged per hour. The trip suits most physical levels but is not recommended for people with serious heart conditions, and infants must sit on laps.
Timing matters—mornings usually mean calmer seas and clearer snorkeling. Respect the sea grass beds and use mooring buoys where provided. Bring sunscreen, boat shoes and a lightweight jacket; watch for local mooring rules around the Lérins and avoid anchoring in protected seagrass meadows. This charter is as much about comfortable observation as it is about short swims and coastal exploration.