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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
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SPECIAL OFFERS
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Discounts with Le Boat
Discounts available in April if you book before 30/04/2012
Up to 40% on selected one ways, please contact us !20% discount on all the boats and duration in April in France and Europe
15% discount on short breaks in May in France and Europe
25% discount in April and May in Ireland and 20% discount in June and July
10% discount in May, June and July in Germany, Belgium, Italy, Holland, Thames for a week cruise minimum
10% discount in May, June and July in Alsace, Burgundy Franche Comté , Burgundy Nivernais , Burgundy Loire, Brittany, Midi, Camargue and Charente for a week cruise minimum
10% discount in August in Italy, Alsace, Aquitaine , Midi and Camargue for a week cruise minimum
10% discount in September in Holland, Norfolk Broads, Ireland, Alsace, Burgundy Franche Comté and Brittany for a week cruise minimum20% discount in May and June on Clipper Plus, Crusader and Salsa
15% discount in July, August, September and October on Clipper Plus, Crusader and Salsa
10% discount in April, May, June, July, August, September and October on the Minuetto
The family discount is available all season if you book before 30/04/2012.Boats in the 5 anchors category do not benefit from any reductions.
Permanent discounts
Group discounts:
2 boats -10%
3 boat -12,5%
4 boats -15%
5 boats -17,5%
6 boats - 20%
Extended cruise booking:
-10% discount off second and subsequent weeks
Family booking:
-5% discount if you have one child on board except from 30/06-18/08/2012
-10% discount if you have two children on board except from 30/06-18/08/2012