Pickup in Mandelieu and Théoule · From May 11, 2027
Boat rental with skipper in Mandelieu-la-Napoule and Théoule-sur-Mer
In Mandelieu-la-Napoule and Théoule-sur-Mer, Navima Riviera rents its boat only with a professional skipper at the helm, for up to 8 guests: a morning at the Lérins Islands, a day along the red rocks or a one-way trip down the coast. The boat's home port is about 10 minutes away across the bay, and your quote covers its run to your harbor.
- Guests
- Up to 8
- Pickup
- Port La Napoule, La Rague or Théoule, for example
- To the Lérins Islands
- About 15 min by sea
- To Saint-Tropez
- About 50 min by sea
- Season
- May 11 to late October 2027
- Price
- On request — contact us
Where the boat picks you up: La Napoule, La Rague, Théoule
Mandelieu-la-Napoule and Théoule-sur-Mer share the western shore of the bay, facing the Lérins Islands. The harbors below are given as examples and your quote fixes the meeting point; for other towns, see where we pick you up on the French Riviera.
Port La Napoule
Built in 1969 on the Mandelieu-la-Napoule seafront, Port La Napoule looks out to the Lérins Islands. Nearby stands the Château de La Napoule, a 14th-century castle restored by the American artists Henry and Marie Clews, whose gardens are recognized as a Jardin remarquable (Remarkable Garden).
Port de la Rague
Port de la Rague, a municipal harbor, lies just south of Port La Napoule, on the way to Théoule.
Théoule-sur-Mer and La Figueirette
In Théoule, the boat can meet you at the village harbor on Quai Édouard-Blondy, or further south at La Figueirette, the harbor of the Miramar district.
How long by boat from Mandelieu and Théoule?
Times at 30 knots, approximate and depending on sea conditions; a swim stop adds time.
| Route | Time by sea |
|---|---|
| Port La Napoule to the Lérins Islands (Sainte-Marguerite) | About 15 min |
| Théoule to the Lérins Islands | About 15 min |
| Théoule to Cap Roux | About 10 min |
| Théoule to Agay | About 20 min |
| Théoule to Saint-Raphaël | About 25 min |
| Port La Napoule to Cap d'Antibes | About 20 min |
| Théoule or Port La Napoule to Saint-Tropez | About 50 min |
| Théoule to Monaco | About 1 h |
| The boat's home port (Old Port of Cannes) to Port La Napoule or Théoule | About 10 or 15 min |
Boat trips from Mandelieu-la-Napoule
Off Théoule, the 353-hectare (872-acre) Estérel-Théoule marine park protects posidonia meadows, coral-like reefs and sandbanks: your skipper anchors on sand, at a spot that suits the weather on the day.
The Lérins Islands, straight across the bay
Sainte-Marguerite is about 15 minutes from Port La Napoule. Swim at anchor, snorkel to the statues of the underwater museum if your skipper agrees, or walk ashore on request: a half day or full day at the Lérins Islands starts just as well from here.
Pointe de l'Aiguille and the red-rock coves
Between Théoule village and Miramar, the Pointe de l'Aiguille park has four small beaches in red-rock coves and an underwater trail open from mid-June to mid-September. Further on, Le Trayas, between Théoule and Agay, looks onto the Estérel coves that run on toward Saint-Raphaël: see the private boat tour from Saint-Raphaël.
Summer evenings on the bay
Mandelieu-la-Napoule holds a fireworks display on Place du Château in mid-July, and a fireworks festival lights up the bay on several evenings in July and August. A private sunset cruise of about 2 hours can start and end at your harbor. An evening trip during either display is available on request: mention it in your quote request.
Pick-up and drop-off along the coast: Antibes · Nice & Villefranche · Saint-Raphaël & Esterel · French Riviera
Questions
How far is Mandelieu from Cannes by boat?
About 3.5 nautical miles (6 km or 4 miles) from the Old Port of Cannes to Port La Napoule, roughly 10 minutes by sea; Théoule is about 15 minutes, depending on sea conditions.
Can we rent a boat with a skipper in Théoule-sur-Mer?
Yes. Board at the Théoule harbor or La Figueirette for a half day of about 4 hours or a full day of about 8 hours; the skipper stays at the helm, so you need no boating license. Name your harbor when you request a quote.
Can we go from Mandelieu or Théoule to St Tropez by boat?
Yes, in about 50 minutes by sea, depending on sea conditions, along the whole Estérel coast. One-way drops, a return at fixed times and a full day with the boat are all possible: see Saint-Tropez by sea.
Can we go from Théoule to Monaco by boat?
Yes, in about an hour by sea, depending on sea conditions, past Cap d'Antibes, the Bay of Angels and Cap Ferrat. Where you step ashore depends on the port's rules on the day: see the private boat to Monaco.
Can we get to Nice airport by boat from Mandelieu or Théoule?
Yes: the boat takes you to the Saint-Laurent-du-Var pontoon, next to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, and a partner can drive you to the terminal on request. See boat transfers to and from Nice airport.
Plan your boat trip from Mandelieu or Théoule
Send your date, the number of guests and your harbor. The quote is free, with a same-day reply in season; the price is per boat, including VAT, set by the date, the duration and the route.
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