Esterel Massif

The red of the rocks, the blue of the sea.

Book this tourfrom 75 € / person

Limited spots: 16 people max per tour

01 / 09The red rocks of the Esterel
The red rocks of the EsterelThe red rocks by kayakÎle d’Or and Cap DramontThe sea cavesThe secret calanquesBetween the rocksThe massif from the coastCrystal-clear waterThe tower of Île d’Or
Departure
Théoule-sur-Mer
Return
Théoule-sur-Mer
Duration
4 hours
Times
10:00–14:00 · 16:00–20:00
Group
16 people max
Price
€75 · child €65

The tour

From Théoule-sur-Mer, we follow the red rocks of the Esterel massif, slip into the sea caves and reach coves that can only be accessed from the sea.

Cliffs of volcanic porphyry, turquoise water of rare clarity, pines clinging to the rocks: this is the wildest face of the French Riviera, and our guides’ favourite playground.

Esterel Massif — seen from the sea
Esterel Massif — detail
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The route

Indicative route, adapted to the weather and sea conditions
  1. Launch
    01

    Launch

    Meet in Théoule-sur-Mer, briefing and first paddle strokes as a group.

  2. The red rocks
    02

    The red rocks

    We follow the porphyry cliffs that drop sheer into a deep-blue sea.

  3. The sea caves
    03

    The sea caves

    We slip into hollows carved by the sea, where no boat can go.

  4. The secret calanques
    04

    The secret calanques

    Hidden coves, out of reach by road, at the foot of the pines.

  5. Swim break
    05

    Swim break

    A stop in clear turquoise water to swim and look at the seabed.

Lunch with a sea view

Picnic option

€15 / person

A sandwich of your choice, crisps and little specialities from the south of France served throughout the tour. Payable in cash on site.

  • Le FrenchyHam, salted butter, mayonnaise, lettuce, Comté cheese
  • L’ItalianoPesto, mozzarella, tomato, Parma ham
  • Le VégéPesto, mozzarella, tomato, raw vegetables, hummus

The evening aperitif

16:00 tour

An aperitif of French specialities at sunset, with options for those who don’t eat meat.

CharcuterieRaw vegetablesHummusHomemade tapenadesCrisps and southern specialitiesDrinks

Highlights

The caves

The caves

Slipping into the caves carved by the sea in the red rock.

Île d’Or

Île d’Or

The islet with the crenellated tower, emblem of the Esterel coast.

Crystal-clear water

Crystal-clear water

Turquoise coves only reachable from the sea.

Included

  • Kayak and paddle
  • Life jacket
  • Dry bag
  • Safety briefing
  • Instructor guide

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat or cap
  • Water bottle

Fancy red rocks and secret coves?

Limited spots: 16 people max per tour · Free cancellation up to 24 h before

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