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The Different Boat Tours

We offer various boat tours in the Lower Verdon Gorges. Consult the details of our different routes to choose yours and discover unique landscapes.

The Different Boat Tours
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2 h - Caves Tour

Duration: 2 h round trip
Distance: 12 km

Discover the most picturesque part of the Gorges and observe the caves described below (12 km round trip):

3 Sainte-Maxime Cave (1 h round trip): soot marks are still visible at the cave entrance, evidence of prehistoric hearths.

4 The Walled Cave (1 h 30 round trip): according to legend, it was occupied in the 18th century by Gaspard de Besse. It was later used by charcoal burners producing charcoal on the Séouve plateau.

5 Bat Cave (2 h round trip): closed by a gate and buoys to protect different bat species.


3 h - Discovery Tour

Duration: 3 h round trip
Distance: 18 km

Travel through the entire Gorges to Lake Esparron without stopping and discover the numerous caves along the route (18 km round trip):

6 Bear Cave (2 h 30 round trip): many archaeological discoveries were made here and, beyond its prehistoric past, it served as a weapons cache for the Resistance during World War II.

7 Lake and village of Esparron (3 h round trip): a typical Provençal village with its castle still inhabited by the Count of Castellane.

5 h - Relaxation Tour

5 h - Relaxation Tour

Duration: 5 h round trip
Distance: 20 km

Allows you to cover the entire Gorges (round trip) to Lake Esparron and see the different prehistoric caves. You have two hours for a picnic and swimming (water temperature: 26°C in summer). Ideal picnic spot: 8 Pointe du Quartier.

8 h - Full Day Tour

8 h - Full Day Tour

Duration: 8 h round trip
Distance: 20 to 24 km

Allows you to cover the entire Gorges (round trip) to Lake Esparron, cruise on the lake and enjoy swimming all day. Optional meal at a restaurant or snack bar in Esparron or at St Julien beach. Mooring and charging available at partner pontoons in Esparron 7 or at St Julien beach 9.