Cruise stop in Cannes · From May 11, 2027
A private Cannes shore excursion by boat, from the tender landing
Navima Riviera runs private shore excursions by boat for cruise passengers on a stop in Cannes: up to 8 guests, your group only, with a professional skipper. The boat waits for you at Quai Laubeuf, in the Old Port of Cannes, as the tenders come in, and brings you back there at least 90 minutes before your ship's all-aboard time.
- Guests
- Up to 8, your group only
- Meeting point
- Quai Laubeuf, Old Port of Cannes (tender landing)
- Return
- At least 90 min before all aboard
- Season
- May 11 to late October 2027
- Price
- On request — contact us
How does a private shore excursion from the Cannes cruise port work?
Cruise ships anchor in the Bay of Cannes, and their tenders land passengers at Quai Laubeuf, in the Old Port, where the boat is also based.
Your skipper meets the tenders at Quai Laubeuf
You step off the tender and your skipper is waiting for you at Quai Laubeuf: no transfer to arrange on land, just your group and the boat.
Back at Quai Laubeuf 90 minutes before all aboard
Your skipper brings you back to Quai Laubeuf at least 90 minutes before your ship's all-aboard time. This margin is set by the skipper and is not negotiable: it leaves time for the tender back to your ship. Within that limit, the program follows the real length of your stop and the weather on the day.
What to do on a cruise stop in Cannes by private boat
Times by sea are approximate and depend on sea conditions.
The Lérins Islands: a swim and the underwater museum
Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat are a few minutes from the Old Port: a swim at anchor, a slow tour of the monks' island and lunch aboard, on request. Strong swimmers can reach the underwater museum statues with a mask and snorkel, once the skipper gives the go-ahead. See the Lérins Islands private boat tour.
The red rocks and coves of the Estérel
Southwest of Cannes, the red volcanic cliffs of the Estérel drop into the sea, with coves where your skipper may anchor for a swim. The time by sea depends on the cove: see the Estérel coast.
Antibes and Cap d'Antibes
Cap d'Antibes is about 15 minutes away by sea, with its pine-covered shore and a swim at anchor facing Antibes and Juan-les-Pins: see Antibes by private boat.
Saint-Tropez or Monaco on a long stop
On a long enough stop, Saint-Tropez is about an hour away by sea and Monaco about 50 minutes. Your quote says whether your stop allows it, with the 90-minute margin kept.
How to book your shore excursion in Cannes
Send your cruise details
In your quote request, give the name of your ship, the date of your stop in Cannes, your expected time ashore, the all-aboard time and the number of guests.
Receive your quote
The quote is free, with a same-day reply in season: one price for the whole boat, including VAT, with a secure online payment link.
Meet your skipper at Quai Laubeuf
On the day, your skipper waits for you as the tenders arrive at Quai Laubeuf, in the Old Port of Cannes.
Good to know
Your crew and the boat
A licensed professional skipper (captain), alone or with a hostess or deckhand, aboard the Axopar 38 Cross Top, with masks, snorkels and life jackets for every age. Every skipper speaks at least English and French.
Weather and cancellation
Only swell, wind or confirmed rain can cancel a trip, never clouds alone. Your skipper checks the sea before every departure, may change the route and has the final say; rescheduling or refunds follow our terms and conditions of sale.
Calling at Villefranche instead?
If your ship anchors off Villefranche-sur-Mer, the boat meets you at the Darse harbor: see private boat in Nice and Villefranche.
Accessibility
Boarding is difficult but not impossible for guests with reduced mobility, and the restroom is not wheelchair accessible. See the FAQ and contact us before you book.
Pick-up and drop-off along the coast: Antibes · Nice & Villefranche · Saint-Raphaël & Esterel · Mandelieu & Théoule · French Riviera
Questions
What if our cruise ship changes its schedule?
Your skipper works from the all-aboard time your ship announces. Let us know if it changes: the return to Quai Laubeuf moves with it, always at least 90 minutes before all aboard.
Do we need tender tickets to go ashore in Cannes?
Tender procedures are set by each cruise line, so check with your ship before your stop. Your skipper meets you once you step off the tender at Quai Laubeuf.
How many people can join a private shore excursion?
Up to 8 guests, and only your group is aboard. The price is per boat, not per person, including VAT.
What can we do in about 4 hours from Cannes?
A half day of about 4 hours suits the Lérins Islands: a swim at anchor and the underwater museum for strong swimmers. Cap d'Antibes, about 15 minutes away, also fits. For a longer stop, see a day with skipper.
Plan your cruise stop in Cannes
Send us your ship's name, the date, your time ashore, the all-aboard time and the number of guests. The quote is free, with a same-day reply in season.
On request — contact us
