What to expect from a snorkelling boat trip in the Calanques with children
Is a snorkelling trip right for your family?
Planning a boat trip with children always comes with questions. Is it safe? Will they enjoy it? What if they have never snorkelled before? If you are considering a snorkelling excursion in the Calanques National Park, here is exactly what to expect when you book with L'Eden Boat.
Safety first: a certified professional skipper
L'Eden Boat operates fully certified commercial vessels — NUC rated, insured, and skippered by a professional captain with a Capitaine 200 licence. Your skipper is a local, born and raised near the Calanques, and knows the coastline between Marseille, Cassis and La Ciotat better than most people know their own neighbourhood.
Beginners are always welcome
All snorkelling equipment is provided on board. Your skipper will give a quick briefing before each swimming stop, pointing out what to look for and where to swim safely. First-timers are always welcome — watching a child discover snorkelling for the very first time is one of the quiet joys of every trip.
Choosing the right snorkelling spots
The Calanques offer dozens of possible spots — from the wide sheltered bay of Port-Pin to the dramatic inlet of En-Vau, from the hidden depths near Sormiou to the secret corners of Morgiou. Your skipper selects spots based on conditions and group profile, always prioritising safety without sacrificing the sense of discovery.
Between swimming stops
After each snorkelling stop, a freshwater shower on deck rinses off the salt. Cool drinks are on board. The sun canopy provides shade for those who need a rest between swims. Children between 6 and 12 tend to be particularly enchanted — but honestly, the adults are just as captivated.
Book your family snorkelling boat trip with L'Eden Boat, departing from Marseille, Cassis or La Ciotat.
