The 14 Best Lérins Islands Boat Trips from Cannes

1.Ferry from Cannes to the island Ste Marguerite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Take a 15-minute ferry from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite for Fort Royal, forest trails, swimming, snorkeling, and coastal views.

“It was a great trip, but could have been done more cheaply. On line it was not possible to pay less for children. Going directly to the ticket window in the old port allows to pay less for children. We bought through Viator because we were worried we could not get a seat in August. There were seats available to those who walk up in the morning.”

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2.Cruise / navigation in the Lerins Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $157Top rated

Sail from Cannes to the Lerins Islands on an intimate 11-meter boat with swimming, snorkeling, paddle gear, rosé, and charcuterie.

“Excellent experience! Eric and Celia were very welcoming, kind, and provided a fun time. It was more of an intimate experience because there were fewer people and it was a nice ride out to the sea. They were very accommodating and informative. Look no further, book now!”

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3.Discover the Lérins Islands and the Bay of Cannes by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Explore Cannes and the Lérins Islands by private boat with Micka, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, snacks, wine, and coastal views.

“We had a lot of fun. Mika is great and the boat is very good! We did stand up paddle and also water scooter.”

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4.Private Boat Tour Cannes Lerins Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend six hours with Philippe among the Lerins Islands, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and exploring Cannes from a private boat.

“Philippe was the best! We were able to see so many different spots and he was very informational for each new place he took us. It was the perfect balance of exploring and relaxing and Philippe catered the day to exactly what we asked for!”

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5.Half-day sailboat trip to the Lerins Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 58 reviews · 3h 30m · from $176

Sail from Cannes to the Lérins Islands for turquoise water, snorkeling, paddle time, rosé, and a generous charcuterie spread in a six-person group.

“We had so much fun! so glad we booked this trip, it was the highlight of our trip! highly recommend! :)”

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6.Lérins Islands Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews

Cruise from Cannes to the Lérins Islands for snorkeling, paddleboarding, island stops, wine, and a private half-day on the sea.

“Micka was an excellent skipper!! We had a wonderful time on the boat. We went with our two kids (13 & 15) who had a blast swimming and paddle boarding. I highly recommend this experience to anyone!!”

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7.Lerins Islands Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 4 hours · from $123

Cruise from Nice to the Lérins Islands for snorkeling, Sainte-Marguerite, Antibes views, and a small-group Mediterranean boat ride.

“The whole trip/ experience was great. The boat leader, Leo was amazing and knew everything about the sights we passed. He always joined us on the guided snorkeling swim. 10 out of 10.”

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8.Cannes Private Boat Tour to the Lerins Islands – Relax & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Cruise from Cannes to the Lerins Islands for snorkeling, underwater statues, Fort Royal, wine, and a private four-hour boat escape.

“Amazing trip, we are very happy, many thanks to our captain Paulo, thank you again, unique experience 👍”

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9.Private escape to discover Cannes & Lerins islands from the sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Cruise from Cannes to the Lérins Islands for swimming, paddleboarding, wine, snorkeling, and sea views of the Croisette.

“Great time on water and the Captain was very attentive and enjoyable day. Highly recommend if you have the time to experience.”

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10.Private Boat Tour Cannes to Lérins Islands – No Extra Costs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Cannes boat tour to the Lérins Islands, with swimming, snorkeling, island time, free gear, and no added costs.

“Pleasant guide, and a really enjoyable relaxing day on the water. Snorkeling and pancake gear was provided free of charge.”

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11.Lerins Islands Boat Excursion with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $120

Swim with Mediterranean sea life, explore Sainte-Marguerite, and cruise Billionaires’ Bay on a small-group boat trip from Nice.

“This was one of the highlights of our trip to the French Riviera. The bay and islands are unbelievable and snorkeling in the clear blue ocean was a once in a lifetime experience. My wife was a little nervous about the speed of the boat pre-trip but it was very safe and comfortable. The captain did a great job of giving us the highlights of the coast and he was very entertaining throughout the trip.”

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12.Boat trip without a license to the Lerins Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 7 hours

Take a license-free boat from Cannes to the Lérins Islands, swim by an underwater museum, and enjoy seven hours at sea for up to seven people.

“Amazing boat ride to the Lerins, taking a swim at the underwater museum and near Port Royal was an great experience with layers of history. Cannot recommend enough.”

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13.Ile Sainte-Marguerite Ferry & Corniche d’Or Cruise Combo from Cannes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $61

Explore Île Sainte-Marguerite, Fort Royal, and the Esterel coast on a flexible Cannes ferry and Corniche d'Or cruise combo.

“Le capitaine du bateau pour la corniche d or était très très sympathique”

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14.Private cruise to Cap d’Antibes and the Lérins Islands by sailboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Spend 7.5 hours sailing from Antibes around Cap d’Antibes and the Lérins Islands, with swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and a welcome drink.

“Nicolas was a fantastic host and captain! He was very knowledgeable of the area, kind, engaging, but also gave us privacy to enjoy the boat with our friends. He brought us to some beautiful swim spots. The price is great for an all day excursion. We would absolutely book again next time we’re in the area, hopefully next time on a day with some wind!”

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