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Boat trip and snorkeling in Villefranche - sur - Mer

4.7 Great 112 reviews
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2h
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English, French
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.7
112 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Snorkelling, showers ashore in our Boat Tours & Cruises comparison.

Trade-off: Not for pregnant travellers or back injuries.

Last checked: September 22, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A boat ride from Nice port into the harbour of Villefranche-sur-Mer for snorkelling, with changing cabins, showers and a briefing on the gear and the species you may spot before you board. Snorkel equipment is included; it needs moderate fitness and is not for pregnant travellers or people with back injuries. 4.65 from 112 reviews at €55 per person.

From the guide

Go for a boat trip and snorkeling in the harbor of Villefranche - sur - Mer departing from the port of Nice.

We will first welcome you in our premises equipped with changing and shower cabins in order to distribute your snorkeling equipment.

Once your group is equipped, we will explain the progress of your excursion, how to use and adjust your snorkeling equipment and what underwater species you will likely encounter.

When this first part is completed, you will board one of our boats for around ten minutes of navigation towards the harbor of Villefranche - sur - Mer. After listening to the advice of your instructor describing the most attractive areas, you You will then be able to get into the water under the direct supervision of your eco-sea guide, who is also state-certified in diving or freediving. Then take advantage of the sea bream, sea bream, sea urchins and other inhabitants of the Riviera underwater depths!

Compared with other Boat Tours & Cruises

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #9 of 9€552h4.65 (112)shared
Private Luxury Boat Tour on an Exclusive Day-Cruiser Nice/Monaco€4002h 30m5.0 (139)private
Private Boat Tour from Nice to Monaco, Cannes, Eze or Menton€859 per group4h5.0 (43)private
Private Boat Tour Nice, Villefranche, St Jean Cap Ferrat€850 per group4h4.95 (42)private

Ranked #9 of 9 in Boat Tours & Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €400, median €70; typical length 3h. 5 of 9 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 9 Boat Tours & Cruises

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 13:30, 14:30, 16:00
Scheduled through October 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 13:30, 14:30, 16:00. Scheduled through October 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 22, 2026.

What's Included

Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment

What's Not Included

Swimsuits for men

Departure & Return

Start point

We are located on the Port of Nice, at 14 quai des Docks, next to the cyclist's café. Front CHANGO.

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End point

We are located on the Port of Nice, at 14 quai des Docks, next to the cyclist's café. Front CHANGO.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 55 / person