Kayak tour Cassis Privé
Package price €600 excl.
You are on a Private Package Product
Subject to availability, weather
- This package allows you to privatize the outing for 1 to 10 or 15 people (depending on the activity selected). Each additional person is charged at the standard rate, depending on the outing.
The advantages of a private exit
Complete privatization: offer your group a unique and exclusive experience, reserved just for you, for a tailor-made adventure in Provence.
Total flexibility: Enjoy flexible schedules and the possibility of combining your activities with additional services, such as a restaurant lunch or complementary activities for successful teambuilding.
Tailor-made activities: Choose from a wide range of activities, such as canoeing, paddle-boarding, kayaking in the magnificent calanques,rock-climbing, or an excursion to discover the region's spectacular landscapes, tailored to your expectations and your level.
Availability:
Please note that we are closed from November to March, so this package allows you to book a private activity all year round on any date you like.
Description of the private kayak trip in Cassis
Half-day schedule
We'll start with an introduction to the whole group, then prepare and launch our kayak. We'll then get down to business with a paddling lesson on land. This will also serve as a muscle warm-up. We don life jackets and waterproof skirts (depending on weather conditions). Then it's off to the water to get into the boats!
In the meantime, your guide will explain essential techniques to help you make the most of your outing and learn more about sea kayaking.
A typical itinerary, depending on the level of the group and current weather conditions... We start from Port-Miou, the cove that is also a port. We then wait for Port-Pin and Port-Miou. In between, weather permitting, we can explore the caves and coastline of Cassis.
Once again, the advantage of going with a guide is that he or she will ensure your safety. But above all, he'll enliven your outing with explanations about the environment and the history of Cassis and its calanques.
Full-day program
We'll start with an introduction to the whole group, then prepare and launch our kayak. We'll then get down to business with a paddling lesson on land. This will also serve as a muscle warm-up. We don life jackets and waterproof skirts (depending on weather conditions). Then it's off to the water to get into the boats!
In the meantime, your guide will explain essential techniques to help you make the most of your outing and learn more about sea kayaking.
A typical itinerary, depending on the level of the group and current weather conditions... We start from Port-Miou, the cove that is also a port. We then wait for Port-Pin and Port-Miou. In between, weather permitting, we can explore caves and the Cassis coastline in greater depth.
We'll take time for a swim and a picnic in the most emblematic calanque. La calanque d'en vau.
Once again, the advantage of going with a guide is that he or she will ensure your safety. But above all, he'll enliven your outing with explanations about the environment and the history of Cassis and its calanques.
Age and level required
Anyone aged 12 and over who can swim can take part. For younger swimmers (6 years and over), a departure from La Ciotat is preferable: fewer waves, no kayak portage...
The sporting level of the activity adapts to the level of the group! Don't worry, whether you're a novice or an expert, we'll be able to offer you suitable alternatives. With regular breaks, we'll give priority to exploration and environmental discovery over physical feats.
However, bear in mind that to reach the sea at Cassis, there will be a 200m kayak portage up and down...
The guide is the sole judge of the program, which may be modified at any time for safety reasons (physical level of participants, weather conditions, etc.). You must not have any medical contraindications to taking part in this activity.
Meeting point and transport
Here is the link to the Kayak meeting point: behind the tennis courts on the almost island of Cassis 13260 Cassis :
Important information about parking in Cassis
To make your experience with us as pleasant as possible, here are a few essential tips about parking in Cassis :
- No Parking at Indicated GPS Point
- Please note: There is no parking directly at the GPS rendezvous point.
- Parking around the Cassis peninsula
- The nearest parking lot is a large pay-and-display parking lot, especially during the summer months.
- In summer, places are often fully booked due to the influx of tourists.
- Plan at least one hour in advance
- We strongly recommend that you arrive at least one hour before your appointment time.
- This will give you time to find a parking space and walk to the starting point.
- Practical option: Les Gorguettes parking lot with shuttle bus
- Parking des Gorguettes is a practical alternative.
- In summer, a shuttle bus runs every 30 minutes and drops you off directly at our departure point.
- This solution takes the stress out of parking and saves you time.
Additional Tips :
- Anticipate traffic: Traffic can be heavy in high season. Allow plenty of time for your journey to Cassis.
- Have some change ready: Some parking lots are cash-only. Remember to bring change for payment.
- Enjoy the walk: If you opt to walk to the meeting point, it's a great opportunity to discover the charming streets of Cassis.
By following these recommendations, you'll get off to a flying start. We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable experience in the heart of the South of France!
By train from stations in Marseille, Toulon, Hyères, La Ciotat, Bandol...: Cassis station then M1 bus.
From La Ciotat: train or line M5 and line 78
Think of Blablacar and taxis/Uber to get to the Cassis Privé kayak tour.
Equipment required for the Cassis Privé kayak tour
- Shoes with a closed heel (water shoes, old sneakers, etc.)
- a bottle of water
- sun protection (cream, hat, glasses)
Equipment provided during the Cassis Privé kayak tour
- A photo report of your sea kayaking experience.
- deck kayak, protective skirt, paddle, lifejacket.
- a qualified guide who always has a smile on his face
Our outdoor activities are subject to weather conditions and a minimum number of participants. To maximise your chances, please book early and let us know if you are available in case of wind or any other factor causing postponement...
We can arrange a day and date according to availability, weather conditions and the number of participants in your group.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via the contact form, or by telephone on 04 42 83 64 46.
Unlike seat-on-top kayaks, which we offer for rental at our base in La Ciotat. For our supervised outings, we use our real sea kayaks, which offer a premium experience that's faster, more comfortable and suited to a wide range of conditions. Thanks to their enclosed design, paddlers stay dry, even after a mistral gust, avoiding contact with cold water (sometimes 14°C even in summer). These kayaks enable you to cover more distance with less effort, while ensuring safety and stability, even in rough seas. What's more, the supervision of an expert guide guarantees a safe and rewarding discovery of the seascape, accessible all year round.