Set sail from Cannes for a private 5–6 hour excursion to Île Sainte-Marguerite. Enjoy a Provencal picnic, snorkeling in clear Mediterranean water, and the option to help with classic sailboat maneuvers.
Set sail from Cannes for a private 5–6 hour excursion to Île Sainte-Marguerite. Enjoy a Provencal picnic, snorkeling in clear Mediterranean water, and the option to help with classic sailboat maneuvers.
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Operated by Excursion à la voile & pique-nique provençal · Cannes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
The hull rocks beneath you as Cannes blurs into a strip of sunlit roofs and palms; a restored Jeanneau Sangria slips out of the Old Port, wind catching the vintage rig. Salt stings the air, rosé chills in a wicker basket, and the island’s dark tree line grows from horizon to destination—Île Sainte-Marguerite, part of the Lérins archipelago.
moderate.
5–6 hours.
Moderate fitness for short swims, boarding and some walking on unpaved island paths
The crossing typically takes 20–40 minutes each way depending on wind and sea conditions; plan on a 5–6 hour total excursion.
Yes—diving masks and basic snorkeling gear are included for guests to use during the stop at the island.
Yes—the skipper welcomes guests to help with maneuvers and basic sailing tasks, weather permitting.
A Provencal picnic with anchovy, tzatziki, crudités and a bottle of rosé (for guests over 18) is provided; special dietary requests can usually be accommodated if notified in advance.
Île Sainte‑Marguerite’s Fort Royal dates to the 17th century and is famous for its prison history, while the Lérins Islands have a long monastic and maritime heritage.
Parts of the archipelago are protected and anchoring is regulated in sensitive zones; visitors should avoid disturbing seabeds and follow skipper instructions to minimize impact.
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