The Sea Kayak is a light boat ideal to explore the calanques and the coastline. Quiet and environmentally friendly, it allow to reach some places inaccessible by foot or other boat. This outdoor activity, simple and healthy respond precisely to the issues of the national park.
The kayak, a unique approach of the nature
A kayak tour in the calanques, is above all down through the coastline quietly and freely. Alone or accompanied, this is in a zen and convivial spirit that must go closely along the coast to discover in a new light the magnificent calcareous landscapes, and take a few moments on the curiosities lying each route: Sea caves, blower holes, breaches, beautiful creeks and marine animals. The rest for the warrior is generally associated with a good picnic, swimming and idleness in a sheltered calanque like En-vau before returning to sea.
Security / Weather
Sea kayak require a minimum amount of fitness but depend particularly of the weather. Before you plan a tour, always start with consulting the weather on Météo France ou Météo Consult for example. If you're not familiar with the marine environment, you could opt for an organized excursion. Besides ensuring the security, the guide will allow you not to miss anything.Safety rules :
- Know how to swim 25 meters without buoyancy aids
- Not being pregnant
- Do not have a child under 6 years old on board the kayak
Required equipment
It needs to be ensured that the weather conditions are suitable and pack the equipment required to prevent the cases of hypothermia, hypoglycaemia, insolation and other minor complications.- - Swimsuit + Tee-shirt + Windbreak
- - Closed shoes
- - Sunscreen + Sunglasses + Hat
- - Cellphone
- - Picninc and/or a snack, indulge yourself, it's the kayak which carries ;)
- - Water : 1,5L of water minimum (have a little extra if you plan a picnic)
- - Already included in the rental of the kayak: Lifejacket, paddle and water-proof storage container.
Kayak routes in the calanques
Some exemples of routes which will be perfect for a kayak excursion in the national park.
1) Cap Canaille kayak route from Cassis beach
- Depart from Cassis beach for a kayak excursion along the impressive cliffs of Cap Canaille
- Duration: Between 2 hours and 6 hours
- Accessible at different levels.
- Guided or independent outing possible.
- Explore the beaches of “Petits Paradis”, the Soubeyranne cave, the Soubeyranne beach.
2) Calanques kayak route from Cassis beach
- From Cassis beach, explore the picturesque coves of the Calanques by kayak.
- Duration: Between 3 hours and 6 hours
- Accessible at different levels.
- Guided or independent outing possible.
- Explore the Calanques of Port-miou, En-vau, Port-pin, Oule and its cave, Eissadon, Devenson.
« These two courses offer an immersive adventure departing from Cassis beach, allowing you to discover the beauty of the Calanques National Park »
Rental and guided kayak trip, information and prices
Lo'Kayak in Cassis
Located just twenty meters from Grande Mer beach, Lo'Kayak offers quality kayak rental services as well as guided outings to explore the Calanques National Park. The kayak park includes single-seater, two-seater (up to 2 adults + 1 child) and three-seater (up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children) sit-on-top kayaks from the French brand RTM, offering comfort and safety for your adventures at sea. The rental includes all the necessary equipment: paddles, life jackets and a waterproof container per kayak to protect your personal belongings. On site, you will find changing rooms, lockers, toilets and a bar.
Got to Lo'Kayak websiteHours of operation
- Lo'Kayak is open 7 days a week from March 1 to October 31. Lo'Kayak opening hours vary depending on the season.
- Please note that times may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or other factors, so it is recommended to check directly with Lo'Kayak for current times when planning your visit.
Prices for autonomy and guided outing
These prices include kayak rental, necessary equipment and supervision of the excursion.
