Five days of sailing initiation in the heart of the Calanques
In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationBouches-du-Rhône / The Calanques
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AgeFrom 18 - 80 years
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CO₂-Emissions56 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Embark on a 5-day sailing adventure at sea , departing from Marseille ! This catamaran sailing course allows you to discover and acquire the basics of sailing, guided by a certified FFV instructor . Classified as FFV 1/2 "Introduction - Discovery," this course offers an immersive experience aboard a spacious and comfortable catamaran , perfect for progressing safely and enjoyably. The program includes exploring exceptional sites between Marseille, the Calanques National Park, the Embiez Islands, and Bandol . An ideal setting to learn while enjoying the pleasure of sailing in the Mediterranean!
The highlights
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An FFV instructor, specializing in habitable catamaran courses
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A short (5-day) introductory sailing course on a habitable catamaran
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A maximum of seven interns
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Sport
Level
Sailing
The expert's opinion
This course offers the opportunity to discover the joys of sailing aboard a safe and comfortable catamaran. It is designed for people with little or no prior experience on a boat.
In figures
Sailing
- Average duration/day: 4h30
Management
French
You will be supervised by a FFV instructor who will teach you:
- Sailing maneuvers
- Engine maneuvers
- Safety on board
- The weather
- Common sense at sea and ecology
Professional instructor - State-certified.
Program
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Marseille - Calanque de Port-Miou
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Welcome aboard our comfortable catamaran! With its commercial, marina, and passenger ports, as well as its role as an Olympic city for the sailing events of the Paris 2024 Games, Marseille is a must-see destination. Your introductory sailing weekend in the Mediterranean begins at 11:00 AM from Port Corbières . On this first day, you'll cross the Bay of Marseille towards the Calanques National Park . You'll stop for lunch and a swim before continuing your cruise eastward! Your first night will be spent at anchor in the Calanque of Port-Miou.
Day 1 -
Les Embiez
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
For this second day of the course, you leave the Calanques and head east towards Les Embiez , a small hidden paradise off the coast of Toulon. You spend the night at anchor.
Day 2 -
Port-Cros National Park
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Today we're heading to Port-Cros National Park, an exceptional destination where culture, heritage, unspoiled nature, and a passion for the sea intertwine. An essential stop on your introductory catamaran course in Marseille, you'll savor the unique tranquility of the off-season. Welcome to this true little corner of paradise.
Day 3 -
Bandol
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Bandol, a jewel of the Marseille region, is an essential stop on this introductory sailing course. Enjoy a friendly moment on a terrace with a drink and appreciate its relaxed atmosphere. The stunning coastline provides an ideal setting to perfect your maneuvers: approaching the port, anchoring, and mooring. A stop combining pleasure and learning in the heart of an enchanting setting.
Day 4 -
Back to Marseille
- Activity Sailing
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Your introductory catamaran course in Marseille concludes late Friday morning. Returning to port is the perfect opportunity to refine your approaches and maneuvers. A debriefing session with your instructor and the other participants will wrap up the experience, followed by cleaning and tidying the boat. Disembarkation at Port Corbières in Marseille marks the end of the course at 11:00 AM.
Day 5
Accommodation
For the entire duration of the internship, you will be accommodated in a shared double cabin on board a catamaran sailboat. It is possible to reserve a private cabin (optional).
Our Lagoon catamarans feature four double cabins with private bathrooms. The catamarans are equipped with all the necessary safety, cooking, and comfort equipment to ensure a comfortable and safe stay.
*Cabin photos are not contractual; interior layout may vary depending on the model and year of your catamaran.
Access
Boarding and disembarking from Port Corbières in Marseille.
Go to the starting point
Parking at Port Corbières is optional (€50) for the entire duration of the course.
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation on board the boat in a shared double cabin
- Instruction by a FFV instructor
- Validation of your FFV1 level
- Boat insurance
The price does not include
- Participation in the onboard kitty, estimated at €30 per day per trainee to cover food, fuel, and port costs - is mandatory
- The FFV sailing passport ( mandatory if you do not have an FFV license, valid for all your other FFV training courses until the end of the current year): €20
- Transport to the port
- Personal expenses
- The bedding on board
Options
- Single cabin : On request
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before you leave, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website (https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up until the departure date. Remember to check official websites regularly.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Flippers
- Masks
- Tubas
Equipment to bring
- A headlamp
- Sunglasses
- Sleeping bag
- Sunscreen
- Gloves
- Toiletry bag
Clothing to bring
- Quarter jacket or rain jacket
- Shoes with white soles ( no black soles, nor dress shoes )
- Swimsuit
- Pairs of socks
- T-shirts
- Pants
- Shorts
- Polar
They traveled with us
MELINE
- 29 ans
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september 2026
In a couple
The trip was incredible. Romain is a very patient and skilled skipper, explaining everything perfectly and when, while giving us plenty of hands-on experience. He did all this with unwavering composure and a great sense of humor when needed to create a positive atmosphere within the group. A huge thank you again, you can trust him completely! Of course, the location is fantastic for sailing! For Decathlon Travel & ***: please clearly specify in the weekly listing any additional extras included in the price! ;)
Serge
- 64 ans
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july 2026
In a group
Sylvie
- 61 ans
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