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Kayak to The Mysterious Lérins Islands

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Gemstone waters, vibrant greenery, and medieval buildings — if this is your perfect backdrop, grab a kayak and go.
South of mainland Cannes, you'll explore the Lérins Islands on a kayak — founded around 410AD. Before pirates raided the seas across the Atlantic, Andalusian pirates raided these islands — and on a calm day, you may see Ile St. Honorat's monastery whose ancient monks fended them off. Paddling this micro-archipelago, marvel at the stunning flora and fauna that sprinkle the coast (which current monks use to cultivate wine and honey) and have a chance to swim in the deep-to-light blue waters.

Energy Level

Duration

3.5 hours

Type

ENERGETIC

Accessible

No

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This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.

Shore Thing Highlights

  • Kayak across the stunning bay of Cannes and reach an island with an impressive past

  • Discover the exceptional fauna and flora the area offers

  • Ile St. Honorat has been inhabited by monks since AD 410 and were the defenders against pirate raids in the Middle Ages

  • Get a chance to swim in the French Riviera's famed magnetic blue waves

Need to know

  • Approximately 30-minutes drive to/from your Shore Things destination

  • This Shore Thing is available June through September

  • There are no lockers—Sailors will be given a small, waterproof bag to store their dry items

  • Please be aware that there are no public restrooms at the beach

  • We don't recommend that Sailors keep valuable items on themselves during this experience

  • This Shore Thing is seasonal and may not operate on all voyages

  • Please keep in mind that cancellations made within 72 hours or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty

  • Use of life vest during boat/swim/snorkel etc. activity is mandatory

  • Sailors should know how to swim

  • Kayaking time is approximately 2 - 2.5 hours in duration

  • Sailors should wear a swimsuit and bring a towel should they wish to go swimming

  • Sailors should bring cash if they want to purchase local products

  • Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate

  • Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • This Shore Thing is weather dependent

  • Sailors booked on Shore Things through Virgin Voyages do not need to book a tender ride

  • Tender rides can add up to 30 minutes each way to the duration of a Shore Thing — please plan accordingly

  • This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

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