The 8 Stand-Up Paddleboarding in France That Earn Their Price

1.Marseille: Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 411 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $93Our pick

Join Bleu Evasion at Marseille’s Vieux-Port for a 3 to 4 hour catamaran trip with English or French guides. Cruise past Vallon des Auffes and Château d’If, then stop near the Frioul Islands for swimming, snorkeling, stand-up paddling, and jumps from the boat’s roof board.

“It was very good experience and the tour guide was very friendly. The swimming stop was beautiful and the sunset was very good as well.”

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2.Lérins Islands Sailing Discovery, snorkeling and paddle SUP

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 110 reviews · 3h 30m · from $100

Sail from Antibes with a skipper such as Valentin or Valentino, cruise past Île Sainte-Marguerite and Fort Royal, then snorkel, swim, or use the paddleboard from the boat. The 3.5-hour trip suits confident swimmers who want a small-group day on the Mediterranean rather than a land-based island tour.

“Lovely experience sailing around the french riverira, fun equipment and chilled experience.”

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3.Nice: Villefranche-sur-Mer E-Bike and Paddleboard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 hours · from $94Top rated

Join Tibo or Thibaut from Nissalentours for a four-hour e-bike ride from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer, with scenic stops, local stories, 1.5 hours of paddleboarding and swimming, plus a cold drink. Groups are limited to six, and English and French tours are available.

“The guide tour (Thibaut) was so lovely and welcoming. We had a long bike ride around the whole of Nice and saw breathtaking views. We also spent a while on the paddle boards, which was such a laugh! Overall, it was an amazing experience and we wouldn’t have seen half the views we did, if we didn’t do this tour - highly recommend!”

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4.Marseille: stand-up paddle tour – discover the calanques

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Meet Julien at Les Goudes for a two-hour stand-up paddle tour toward the Calanques. Paddle past La Maronaise, stop at Baie des Singes for snorkeling and games, and choose a sunset departure for softer light. Beginners are welcome, weather permitting.

“Activité paddle géniale ! Julien est d’une gentillesse incroyable, très sympa. On a passé un super moment et nous avons bien rigolé, merci encore !”

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5.Private tour on a sailboat Swim and stand up paddle Antibes cape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews

Join Nicolas for a private 3.5-hour sailboat trip from Port Vauban in Antibes. You’ll circle Cap d’Antibes, stop in Billionaires Bay or La Garoupe, and have time to swim, snorkel, and use the stand-up paddleboard. A welcome drink, water, soft drinks, and snorkeling gear are included.

“Our family had a great time. The walk to the boat slip was longer than we planned but made it on time. The weather was sunny yet windy. Captain Nicolas was very watchful of how we were feeling. We had to turn around early but we had a grRead more”

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6.Cassis : Calanques National Park Standup Paddleboarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · 3h 30m · from $70

Join Vanina, a certified local paddle guide, for a beginner-friendly trip from Port-Miou to En-Vau. Boards are prepared in advance, and the route includes safety instruction, heritage commentary, a 45-minute swim stop, and a waterproof bag for your belongings.

“Super expérience, une guide très agréable et à l'écoute merci encore🙏 Après au niveau de la mer, la mer agitée peut faire peur. Merci à vous c'était super”

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7.Antibes : 2-seat Paddle board Rental with photos & videos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 1 - 3 hours

Meet your host at La Crique on La Gallice Beach for a five-minute briefing, then paddle a wide, stable board through Juan-les-Pins waters. You can share the board or use it alone, with optional safety gear, a waterproof box, and a digital gallery of photos and videos taken from shore.

“5 sterren Super ervaring en heel fijne mensen waar we van gehuurd hebben. Heel behulpzaam en correct! Om nog eens te doen!”

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8.Six-Fours: Paddle Board Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 8 reviews · 2 hours - 1 day · from $29Best value

Choose a 2-hour or full-day paddleboard rental along the Six-Fours coast. Lazaar provides a board, paddle, leash, and life jacket at several beaches. The host speaks French, rentals are limited to two people, and children under 13 need an adult with them.

“Super activité à faire en couple ou entre amis ! L’organisation était top. Je recommande !”

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