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A perfect destination for Beginners to enjoy a wonderful boating holiday. The Camargue has something for everyone, swim in the clear waters of the Mediterranean at nearby seaside resorts, enjoy the amazing wildlife including over 400 species of birds that the Camargue provides habitats for, or enjoy the ancient fishing ports of Aigues Mortes and Sète.
Regional Highlights
- Most days of sunshine in the whole of France – enjoy warm cruising weather as late as October
- Lock free cruising on the Etang de Thau
- Fabulous beach resorts at Palavas les Flots, Carnon, La Grand Motte and Le Grau du Roi
- Ancient ports, fishing villages and historic towns – visit Aigues Mortes, Marseillan, Le Grau du Roi and Bouzigues
- A wildlife haven – the Camargue is the only nesting place for graceful flamingos in the whole of France
- Visit the homes of the wonderful aperitifs Muscat de Frontignan at Frontignan and Noilly Prat at Marseillan
- Dine at fabulous seafood restaurants, serving delicious local specialities such as Moules Marinières, Bouzigues Oysters and Brandade de Morue
Enjoy a peaceful way of life - seemingly unchanged for centuries as you journey under vast blue skies along the Canal du Rhone à Sète through the natural salt lakes and peaceful reed marshes that make up the Camargue.
Here are some cruising suggestions...
Short Breaks
The Camargue Short Break
Discover the charms of both the Mediterranean and the Camargue on this short break. Visit the Costieres de Nimes AOC wine cellars at Gallician, do a guided tour of medieval Aigues Mortes and relax on sandy beaches in the sunshine at Palavas-les-Flots.
Duration: 3 Nights
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 100 km
Locks: 0
Cruise Time: 12 hrs
Week Breaks
The Crusader Cruise
Port Cassafieres - Aigues Mortes - Port Cassafieres
Cruise in the Camargue at leisure relaxing at small harbour-front restaurants and visiting the Noilly Prat vermouth cellars at Marseillan before reaching the beautiful medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes. This 13th century fortified town remains largely intact and is a joy to explore.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 168 km
Locks: 4
Cruise Time: 30 hrs
The Seaside Cruise
Port Cassafieres - Beaucaire (or vice versa)
Enjoy the Camargue’s rich diversity of culture and wildlife and beautiful open landscapes as you cruise in the sunshine along the Canal du Rhône à Sète, alongside the oyster beds of the Etang de Thau to the seaside town of Port Cassafières.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: One Way
Distance: 128 km
Locks: 3
Cruise Time: 23 hrs
The Sunshine Cruise
Beaucaire - Etang du Thau - Beaucaire
With only two locks, this cruise is perfect for beginners and sunshine cruisers! Go swimming, hire windsurfers or go scuba diving at the beach resort of Palavas les Flots. Make sure you have binoculars to spot the wildlife on the Etang de Thau.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 220 km
Locks: 2
Cruise Time: 37 hrs
The Wine Lover's Cruise
Homps - Marseillan - Homps
Combine a classic Canal du Midi cruise with the delights of the Camargue. Enjoy delightful villages, waterside restaurants and the crystal clear waters of the Etang de Thau in the heart of the Camargue. Enjoy a fabulous meal at the Port of Marseillan, home of French Noilly Prat Vermouth.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 190 km
Locks: 38
Cruise Time: 38 hrs
The Flamingo Cruise
St Gilles - Port Cassafieres (or vice versa)
Explore the ramparts of the medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes and swim in the sunshine at Carnon. You’ll need your binoculars for the panoramic views and birdlife as you cross the lock-free Etang de Thau. Spend time exploring Agde, one of France’s oldest towns and go horse-riding alongside the canal ...
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: One Way
Distance: 98 km
Locks: 2
Cruise Time: 20 hrs
The Guardians' Cruise
St-Gilles - Etang de Thau - St-Gilles
Explore the delightful 13th century fortified town of Aigues Mortes and enjoy superb views from its ramparts. Head towards La Grande Motte to see pink flamingos gather in their thousands. Sip some cool Muscat in the shaded alleys of Frontignan and enjoy an evening promenade at Sète.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 146 km
Locks: 0
Cruise Time: 22 hrs
Longer Breaks
Gems of the Camargue Cruise
Beaucaire - Beziers - Beaucaire
From the heart of the Camargue to Béziers, the birthplace of Pierre-Paul Riquet, the founder of the Canal du Midi, this wonderful cruise allows you to spend time discovering the gems of the South of France - ancient walled towns, delightful fishing villages, bustling ports and chic cities.
Duration: Two Weeks
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 282 km
Locks: 14Cruise
Time: 36 hrs
SELF DRIVE BOATS IN THIS REGION RUN BY LBO
Royal Mystique
Vision 3 and Vision 3 SL
Vision 4 and Vision 4 SL
Calypso
Caprice
Classique Star
Clipper
Continentale
Elegance
Grand Classique
Magnifique
Royal Classique
Salsa
Tango
Cirrus
Classique
Consort
Consul
Corvette
Countess
Crusader
Millau
Normandie
Capri TS
Nautilia
Sheba
Tamaris
Capri TS
SPECIAL OFFERS
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Discounts with Le Boat
Temporary discounts:
These special offers are valid for all bookings confirmed by 31/05/2013:
- May: All destinations: 20% off all durations
- June - July: 15% for these destinations:
- France: Alsace, Brittany, Midi/ Camargue , Burgundy Nivernais and Loire, Aquitaine
- Germany, Italy, Holland, Norfolk, Ireland
- June: 15% for these destinations:
- France - Burgundy, Thames, Belgium, Scotland
- July: 10% for these destinations:
- Germany, Thames, Belgium, France - Charente
- August: 10% for these destinations:
- Germany, Italy, Norfolk, Belgium, France: Alsace, Aquitaine , Midi, Camargue
- September: 10% for these destinations:
- France, Brittany, Norfolk
- October: 15% for France
- June - October: 15% (10% in September) for these boats
- Cirrus, Consul, Caprice, Continentale , Crusader, Magnifique , Salsa
- August: 10% for only the boat Minuetto
- From 26th August to 9th September: 10% for these destinations:
- Ireland, Holland, France: Lot, Aquitaine
- For all months and all destinations: Family discount available through high season.
- May and June: For all destinations: Selected one-ways in May and June with up to 40% discount, contact the sales team for more information.
- June: For all destinations: 10% off all short breaks (3-5 nights)
- August: 10% off Midi and Camargue .
- May, June and October: For all destinations: Senior discount - 60€/person up to 4 - up to 15%.Offers can be cumulated up to 15%.
These special offers are not applicable to the Royal Mystique, Royal Mystique II, Mystique and Vision unless specified above.Permanent discounts:
Short breaks:
You can book a short break at any time for departure completed by 28th June 2013 or departing after 19th August 2013. Short breaks are also possible during the summer season and can be booked up to 4 weeks before departure.
3 nights = 55% of weekly price
4 nights = 65% of weekly price
5 nights = 75% of weekly priceGroup discounts:
2 boats -10%
3 boats -12,5%
4 boats -15%
5 boats -17,5%
6 boats - 20%Extended cruise discount:
book 14 nights or more and get 10% discount off second and subsequent weeksFamily discount:
-5% discount if you have one child under 16 on board.
-10% discount if you have two children or more under 16 on board.Offers can be cumulated up to 15%.
5 and 6 anchors boats do not benefit from any reductions.