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From Nice : Secret Riviera Boat Tour to Mala cave with Snorkeling

4.9 · 125 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Nice Operated by Nissa Croisières Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, French
Start & pickup
09:00, 11:30, 11:45, 12:15 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

From Nice port along the Cap Ferrat coast to the Mala cave below Èze, reachable only by boat, with a snorkelling stop and a look into Villefranche bay.

Masks and fins are provided; there is no toilet on board, latecomers are not boarded or refunded, and pregnant travellers cannot join. 4.86 from 125 reviews for 2h.

In our comparison: #6 of 7 in Boat Tours & Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €65 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Music on board
  • Life jacket
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • tips
  • Bottled water

Children from €65 (ages 5 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Reviews

4.9
125 ratings
Viator 64 · Tripadvisor 61

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 122 of 125

Star breakdown of all 125 ratings

5 stars
114 · 91%
4 stars
8 · 6%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the captains, coastal views and swimming; some trips do not include snorkeling at Mala Cave.

Praised

  • Entertaining captains share facts about coastal towns and landmarks
  • Coastal views of bays, waterfront homes and nearby towns
  • Clear water for swimming and watching fish
  • Fast boat rides with music and a lively atmosphere

Complaints

  • Some trips miss snorkeling at Mala Cave, disappointing guests who booked for that stop
  • Some want more swimming time, while others find the time in the water sufficient
  • Some describe the snorkeling as little more than a swim, while others enjoy watching fish

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2 April 2025 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meeting point in front of the tramway stop "Port Lympia" Passengers must arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will not be accepted, and no refunds will be issued in case of delay. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 11:30, 11:45, 12:15 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Nissa Croisières; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Prohibited for pregnant women

Children

  • Prohibited for children under 5 years old

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €65 ages 5 to 11

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Boat Tours & Cruises

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #6 of 7€652h4.86 (125)shared
Private Luxury Boat Tour on an Exclusive Day-Cruiser Nice/Monaco€4502h 30m5.0 (140)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 #6 of 7 in Boat Tours & Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €450, median €180; typical length 3h. 5 of 7 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 7 Boat Tours & Cruises

From €65 per adult