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French Riviera Swimming & Snorkeling boat tour from Nice

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About this experience

Come on board from the port of Nice to discover the Mediterranean's marine life & seaside of Villefranche bay, one of the most beautiful bay of the world. After an amazing 25 minutes boat ride, we stop near Saint Jean Cap Ferrat coast in a safe place for more than 1 hour. Briefing about the safety rules and let's go swimming or snorkeling around the boat. Put your face in the water and just open yours eyes ! Of course it's not the Red Sea or the Australian Reef Barrier but it's fun too. Enjoy & relax. If you don't know how to swim or if you are afraid of being in the sea you should stay ashore. 12 years old minimum is required . To know how to swim without buoyancy aid is MANDATORY Full equipment ( mask, fins, snorkel & wetsuit depending of the water temperature ) is provided except of course swimsuit & towel.

What to expect

Come on board from the port of Nice to discover the Mediterranean's marine life & seaside of Villefranche bay, one of the most beautiful bay of the world. After an amazing 25 minutes boat ride, we stop near Saint Jean Cap Ferrat coast in a safe place for more than 1 hour. Briefing about the safety rules and let's go swimming and snorkeling without guide around the boat. Put your face in the water and just open yours eyes ! Of course it's not the Red Sea or the Australian Reef Barrier but it's fun too. Full equipment ( mask, fins, snorkel & wet suit depending of the water temperature ) is provided except of course swimsuit & towel. 12 years old minimum to be accepted on board. To know how to swim without assistance is MANDATORY. No buoyancy aid provided. If you are afraid of being in the sea you should stay ashore.

    What’s included

    • Boat trip
    • Supervised guide
    • Full rental equipment (mask, snorkel, fins) & wetsuit depending of the water temperature .

    Not included

    • 12 years minimum to be accepted on board
    • No buyoncy aid provided.
    • To know how to swim is MANDATORY

    Tour & ticket options

    Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

    2026 trips

    Duration: 2 hours

    Meeting & pickup

    • Meeting at the office of POSEIDON Diving Center on the dock at least 20 minutes before the departure .

    End point

    • Meeting at the office of POSEIDON Diving Center on the dock at least 20 minutes before the departure .

    Before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Age minimum 12 years old
    • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to no safe sea conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
    • Because it is an underwater activity the rain doesn’t affect it.
    • To know how to swim without buyoncy aid (not available) is required.

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.