Cruising in Camargue

A perfect destination for Beginners to enjoy a wonderful boating holiday. The Camargue has something for everyone, swim in the clear waters of the Mediterranean at nearby seaside resorts, enjoy the amazing wildlife including over 400 species of birds that the Camargue provides habitats for, or enjoy the ancient fishing ports of Aigues Mortes and Sète.

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  • The Crusader Cruise

    Port Cassafieres - Aigues Mortes - Port Cassafieres

    Cruise in the Camargue at leisure relaxing at small harbour-front restaurants and visiting the Noilly Prat vermouth cellars at Marseillan before reaching the beautiful medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes. This 13th century fortified town remains largely intact and is a joy to explore.

  • The Seaside Cruise

    Port Cassafieres - Beaucaire (or vice versa)

    Enjoy the Camargue’s rich diversity of culture and wildlife and beautiful open landscapes as you cruise in the sunshine along the Canal du Rhône à Sète, alongside the oyster beds of the Etang de Thau to the seaside town of Port Cassafières.

  • The Sunshine Cruise

    Beaucaire - Etang du Thau - Beaucaire

    With only two locks, this cruise is perfect for beginners and sunshine cruisers! Go swimming, hire windsurfers or go scuba diving at the beach resort of Palavas les Flots. Make sure you have binoculars to spot the wildlife on the Etang de Thau.

  • The Wine Lover's Cruise

    Homps - Marseillan - Homps

    Combine a classic Canal du Midi cruise with the delights of the Camargue. Enjoy delightful villages, waterside restaurants and the crystal clear waters of the Etang de Thau in the heart of the Camargue. Enjoy a fabulous meal at the Port of Marseillan, home of French Noilly Prat Vermouth.

  • The Flamingo Cruise

    St Gilles - Port Cassafieres (or vice versa)

    Explore the ramparts of the medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes and swim in the sunshine at Carnon. You’ll need your binoculars for the panoramic views and birdlife as you cross the lock-free Etang de Thau. Spend time exploring Agde, one of France’s oldest towns and go horse-riding alongside the canal at Port Cassafières.

  • The Guardians' Cruise

    St-Gilles - Etang de Thau - St-Gilles

    Explore the delightful 13th century fortified town of Aigues Mortes and enjoy superb views from its ramparts. Head towards La Grande Motte to see pink flamingos gather in their thousands. Sip some cool Muscat in the shaded alleys of Frontignan and enjoy an evening promenade at Sète.

  • Gems of the Camargue Cruise

    Beaucaire - Beziers - Beaucaire

    From the heart of the Camargue to Béziers, the birthplace of Pierre-Paul Riquet, the founder of the Canal du Midi, this wonderful cruise allows you to spend time discovering the gems of the South of France - ancient walled towns, delightful fishing villages, bustling ports and chic cities.

  • The Camargue Short Break

    Discover the charms of both the Mediterranean and the Camargue on this short break. Visit the Costieres de Nimes AOC wine cellars at Gallician, do a guided tour of medieval Aigues Mortes and relax on sandy beaches in the sunshine at Palavas-les-Flots.

    Locations on this cruise

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