Sightseeing Cruises

From Marseille: Boat Tour to Underwater Museum

Set off from Marseille’s Vieux-Port, enjoy a scenic 40-minute round-trip boat ride, and reach the beautiful Catalans Beach to kick off your adventure, as your captain provides commentary on sights like Château d’If and Calanques National Park.

Enjoy a guided 30-minute ride with a professional captain, diving into the waters on your own underwater scooter, right to the museum.

Dive into the Mediterranean’s crystal-clear waters and explore submerged sculptures at the Underwater Museum and vibrant sea life.

Choose your adventure with either the easy-to-use Sublue Navbow or the powerful Vapor scooter for a more thrilling ride.

Visit to Underwater Museum of Marseille

Professional skipper (the guide and captain)

Shorty wetsuit for easy diving

Underwater scooter

Snorkeling equipment

Boat transfers

Expert commentary on board by captain

Food and drinks

TOTAL DURATION1 hour
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Start point
J4 Esplanade, behind MUCEM
Get direction
20 min by boat
1. Catalans Beach
Upon reaching Catalans Beach, you'll disembark and head to the designated beach area for gearing up. Here, you’ll receive your wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, and other necessary diving equipment. After a quick safety briefing on how to use the equipment and what to expect, you'll be ready to dive in.
2. Underwater Museum of Marseille
Tickets included
30 min
End point
J4 Esplanade, behind MUCEM
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Dive into Marseille’s Underwater Museum on a guided snorkeling cruise, featuring electric scooters and marine art in just an hour.

Getting started

Begin your adventure at Vieux-Port, near Marseille’s City Hall, where you’ll meet your certified captain. After a safety briefing and equipment handover, board a semi-rigid boat for a scenic ride to Catalans Beach, from where you will start with the underwater scooter to the museum.

What to expect

Underwater Museum of Marseille

This unique museum blends art and marine biodiversity, showcasing submerged sculptures that attract a variety of Mediterranean sea life. The site is designed to be accessible and engaging for first-time underwater explorers.

Features

Electric underwater scooters: Glide through the water with eco-friendly scooters, suitable for both beginners and experienced snorkelers.

Submerged sculptures: Encounter artistic installations beneath the surface, each serving as a habitat for colorful fish and marine species.

Marine life encounters: Snorkel among vibrant fish and observe the rich biodiversity that thrives around the museum’s sculptures.

Certified skipper supervision: Enjoy expert guidance and safety support throughout the tour.

Comfortable equipment: All snorkeling gear and shorty wetsuits are provided, with showers available after your swim.

Expert commentary: Experience a 40-minute round-trip boat ride, taking you to pristine, hard-to-reach Mediterranean areas, with your captain offering insights into famous sites like Château d’If and Calanques National Park.

What to bring

Please bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen.

It is also recommended to bring water to stay hydrated throughout the experience.

What’s not allowed

Smoking is not allowed during the tour.

Touching marine life and plants is strictly prohibited to protect the ecosystem.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the activity.

Feeding animals is not allowed during the tour.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Participants must be able to swim and should be comfortable in water.

Children under 4 years old are not allowed to join the tour.

This activity is not recommended for pregnant women.

The experience is subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled or canceled in case of adverse weather.

Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time to ensure a timely start.

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the departure point.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

All necessary equipment, including a mask and snorkel, is provided. A shorty wetsuit is also included to provide comfort during the activity.

The activity is 100% electric and eco-friendly.

Safety briefing and professional guidance is provided in both French and English.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your underwater excursion to avoid missing your experience.

Boarding Point:

Board your cruise at J4 Esplanade

Address: Bateau Marseille Calanques, Esp. J4, 13002 Marseille, France.

Landmark: Platform behind the European & Mediterranean Civilisations Museum.

Get directions to the boarding point

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