Details
Embark for a day of adventure on the island of Porquerolles, departing from Bormes-les-Mimosas. Take a seat aboard our hybrid boat, the O₂, for a comfortable and intimate narrated trip.
After passing Cap Bénat and the bay of Lavandou, you'll arrive at Porquerolles via Cap des Mèdes, the starting point for your narrated sea excursion along the island's northern coastline. Allow us to regale you with its history as we silently cruise in electric mode over the turquoise waters of Notre-Dame beach (voted Europe's most beautiful beach in 2015) and La Courtade. Head towards the island's port, where you'll disembark for a paradisiacal day-long stopover.
Once on the island, indulge in the village of Porquerolles, nestled at the end of a small bay, where you'll find shops and restaurants. Then, set off to discover the jewel of the Îles d’Or. Traverse its marked trails on foot or by bike. Finally, bask in the glory of its vast white sand beaches, which have earned Porquerolles its renown. Additionally, our crew will be delighted to answer all your questions and ensure you have a unique experience.
At the conclusion of this adventure, we'll return to Port de la Favière in Bormes-les-Mimosas, where you can extend your experience by exploring the charms of this charming coastal town.
Highlights
- Silent and eco- friendly boat
- Narrated ride along the north face of Porquerolles
- Free exploration of the beaches and nature of the island
Itinerary
- Departure from the port of Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Route to the Island of Porquerolles
- Cap Bénat
- Cap des Mèdes
- Notre-Dame Beach and La Courtade
- Disembarkation at the village of Porquerolles
- Free visit of Porquerolles island *
- Return to the port of Bormes-les-Mimosas
* The duration of the stopover on the island varies from 5 hours 25 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes depending on the seasons.
How to get there
We'll meet at our ticket office at the port of La Favière in Bormes-les-Mimosas, 15 minutes before departure. If you come by car, you will find car parks nearby (pay parking charges from mid-June to mid-September).). At the end of the trip, we will return to the starting point.
Characteristics of the boat
- Hybrid boat
- Number of passengers: 50
- Sun-protected area
- Restrooms
Included service
- Narrated comments in French and translated into English, German, Dutch, and Italian in writing
Requirements
If you are in a wheelchair, if you suffer from certain medical conditions, or if you are pregnant, please let us know so that we can organize your excursion safely.
Bring along
- Swimsuit & beach towel (if you wish to visit the beach)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat
- Picnic or money to purchase food and drinks (restaurants and grocery shops on site)
Good to know
- Unlike the rest of the island, Porquerolles beaches are not accessible to dogs
- Accessible to strollers and manual wheelchairs
- Not accessible to electric wheelchairs
- Pets allowed