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Sail along the channel admiring various monuments on the bay including, the La Rochelle's Towers and the Bout du Monde lighthouse. Once in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and shut down the engines. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and let the waves gently rock you. Engage with the crew and learn about the local environment, history, and the nautical way of life. You'll be back at the dock after 3 hours, after a final passage between the two towers.

You'll cruise the bay on The Columbus, a sailboat full of history and maritime heritage. This large 18-meter monohull was built in La Rochelle in the PINTA shipyards. Its first vocation was ocean racing but in the early 2000s, the ship was transformed into an expedition sailboat dedicated to safeguarding the marine environment. It's best known for its numerous missions in defense of the environment and oceans. Today it continues to charm and raise awareness among the general public.

Admire the panoramic view of the coastline of La Rochelle
Relax and enjoy the sea breeze and the city's monuments
Chat with the crew to learn more about The Columbus and local history

This activity has a maximum of 18 people
The crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail
Please note this tour is bilingual in French and English
The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please wear warm and/or waterproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes
You can bring your own drinks or snacks during the cruise

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

All necessary equipment
Safety briefing
Sailboat cruise

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

15 Avenue Michel Crépeau, 17000 La Rochelle, France

Meeting point:

The boarding dock is located on Michel Crépeau Avenue, across from the Médiathèque on the François Mitterand Square. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.