9 Sunset Sailing Cruises in France for the Logbook

1.2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 652 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Our pick

Meet Kapalouest opposite La Rochelle’s historic towers for a two-hour sunset sail on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran. Cruise past the Richelieu Tower and Les Minimes, shut off the engine at sea, and watch the sun drop under sail. Bring a picnic, warm clothes, and a camera. The host speaks French.

“The boat trip itself was great, unfortunately it was very cloudy so the sunset was not as visible as we would have liked. Still a very enjoyable experience overall. The guides were accommodating to our English speaking and tried to communicate efficiently with us. Would definitely do this again, with the hope that the seasickness wouldn't strike again!”

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2.Sunset Sailing Cruise with Dinner and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 453 reviews · 1 day · from $64

Join the Goélette Alliance at Marseille’s Old Port for an evening sail toward the Frioul archipelago. Swim in a sheltered cove, enjoy a fresh vegetarian buffet with a glass of Provençal rosé, listen to music, and watch the city lights appear on the return. Fabio is one of the guides, and the crew speaks English, French, and Italian.

“A very nice sunset cruise, the buffet dinner was good only they offered pasta and rice with focaccia so Italian food…no fish at all. The atmosphere on the boat was great as well as the crew, they were friendly and professional, they had the sails hoisted by some of the passengers so that they had the impression to be part of the crew. All well organized, I definitely recommend this tour!”

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3.Golf Juan: Sunset Sailing Cruise with aperitif at the Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 101 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Join skipper Valentin for a three-hour sunset sail from Juan-les-Pins, limited to nine people. Cruise past Antibes and the Lérins Islands, hear local stories, stop for swimming and snorkeling, and share local treats with wine before the sun sets over the sea.

“Such a beautiful moment with pink sky, crossing huge private yachts, enjoying hidden gems of les îles de Lerins, snorkeling and obviously an apéro composed of delicious local treats. The boat was very clean and spacious for 9 passengers”

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4.Departure from BRUSC sunset on sailing catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Board a new catamaran in front of the pharmacy at Brusc for a three-hour sunset sail. Your certified captain welcomes you, explains safety, then guides you past Embiez, Six-Fours-Les-Plages, and Sanary-sur-Mer. After anchoring, enjoy a local aperitif and possibly paddleboarding, kayaking, or snorkeling before returning to port.

“Super sunset, équipage génial , apéritif + de quoi grignoter inclus, qui était top ! Petite pause pour le sunset où on peut aller faire du paddle, du kayak, et de la plongée ! Génial !”

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5.Private tour on a sailboat with apéritif at sunset on Antibes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $783 whole boat, up to 8

Join Nicolas and his crew for a three-hour private sail from Port Vauban. Cruise around Cap d’Antibes, stop in the Bay of Billionaires or La Garoupe, and use the included masks, snorkels, and paddleboard. Finish with drinks and a sunset aperitif before returning to Antibes at 9:30 p.m.

“Experience amazing, service could have been a little better. No explanation of what our plan was or where we were going until we asked 30 mins into cruise. Limited conversation, was a bit awkward. Very nice though when we engaged in conversation.”

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6.Golf Juan Sunset Sailing Cruise with aperitif at the Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Join skipper Valentin in Golfe-Juan for a three-hour sunset cruise around the Lérins Islands or Cap d’Antibes. You’ll have time to swim, use the paddle board and snorkeling gear, listen to music, and share a local aperitif with wine or soft drinks. The boat carries no more than nine people and returns to the port.

“This was a great way to see sunset and swim in the sea amongst the yachts. Saw a nice view of parts of Antibes and Cannes. Ended the evening with some light bites and wine.”

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7.Sunset Sailing, Buffet, and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3h 30m · from $112Top rated

Spend 3.5 hours aboard La Flaneuse with English and French-speaking skippers, cruising past Château d’If, Vallon des Auffes, Malmousque, and the Frioul Islands. You’ll enjoy wine, soft drinks, fresh fruit, mezze, focaccia, sandwiches, and a sunset in the Calanques National Park. A swim stop may be possible, weather permitting.

“Un très bon moment, détente, régal des yeux et des papilles. Un équipage passionnant et passionné par le nautisme et au petit soin pour leurs hôtes. Je recommande cette activité ! Merci pour l’accueil.”

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8.Sunset on a Sailboat in the Camargue

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $129

Join a small group of up to six people at 6 p.m. in Le Grau-du-Roi for a five-hour sail across Port Camargue and the Bay of Aigues-Mortes. You will hoist the sails, see Pic Saint-Loup, anchor for a swim and sunset, enjoy a snack and drink, and return around 10 p.m.

“Nous sommes arrivés Heureux ... week-end détente en amoureux, ma chérie allait vivre une première expérience sur un voilier, météo parfaite... puis nous sommes monté à bord... accueil très convivial, professionnalisme, humour... idyllique et paradisiaque ... du coup nous sommes reparti très Heureux.”

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9.Sunset Sailboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2 reviews · 2h 30m · from $76

Spend 150 minutes sailing from Marseille toward the Frioul Archipelago as the evening light warms the cliffs, coves, and city skyline. Your English- or French-speaking skipper, including Julien on recent outings, may let you help with the helm and sailing maneuvers. Bring your own drink, snack, swimsuit, towel, and water bottle.

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