Embark from the old harbor of La Rochelle on a maxi-catamaran and sail between the islands of Ré, Aix, and Oléron to reach the famous Fort Boyard.

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Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Host or greeter: English, French
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Sail around the Fort Boyard and take as many pictures as you want
Take in the views of the local coastline
Relax and enjoy the feeling of the wind and the sea
Chat with the crew to know more about local history and sailboats

Full description

Board your superb 16-meter sailing catamaran at the old harbor of La Rochelle. After the welcome briefing, you will cross La Rochelle Bay admiring the Richelieu Tower and the Sailing Harbour of Les Minimes. Once outside the channel, the crew will establish the sails and direct the catamaran through the islands to the legendary Fort Boyard. Sit back and enjoy the views or eat your picnic if you brought one with you. Once at the Fort, you will sail around it, trying to approach it as much as possible in order to get the best views and photo opportunities. On the way back, relax in the big trampolines under the sky. Enjoy the smooth rocking from the sea. Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes, the history, or the boat. Arrive back at the dock 4 hours after departure with a head full of memories and a photo album full of wonderful pictures.

Includes

Security equipment

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food
Drinks other than water

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

Please park your car before coming. The boarding dock is located on the Michel Crepeau Avenue, across from the Médiathèque of La Rochelle on the square François Mitterand. A pedestrian path with grass and trees runs along the sea. Look for a footbridge walkway along the sea. The name Kapalouest is written on the door. Wait a the top of the dock, the crew will come and meet you there.

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Important information

What to bring

Food and drinks

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine
Food and drinks are not included except water

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 142 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Transportation
4.8/5
Value for money
4.5/5

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Nice moment, well equipped with warm for the return but the shelter is big enough for everyone, we were 27 and nickel, the nets are super pleasant, and the walk around Fort Boyard is really wow The skippers are really nice and accessible In big 2 big teenagers and 2 adults and everyone said great, to do again

November 6, 2021

Super awesome! Great atmosphere! Really welcoming sailors, we would have thought we were among friends with an exchange of knowledge. Maxi 20 people is much more pleasant than crowding in the seated cruise ships throughout the ride. There, being able to get on the catamaran's trampolines ... GENIALLISSIME !! THANKS TO OUR 2 CAPTAINS I recommend

August 2, 2021

Great excursion, a very nice crew who tell you a little about the history of the fort and its surrounding islands and make you participate in the maneuvers of the sailboat, we spent a beautiful day as a couple accompanied by a teenager and a child, we all have great memories and wonderful photos. thank you to the whole team

July 17, 2021

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

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