Description
Duration: 6 days
Activities: Hiking, Paddle, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Multi-activities, Swimming, Via Ferrata,
Environment: Seaside and islands, Heritage and Nature,
Type of trip : Star
Group: 5 to 15 participants
Introduction to the trip
Follow the coastline between land and sea. From the Ile des Embiez via the Calanques de Cassis, you will discover magnificent sites far from the major tourist circuits... On the water, underwater, in the air, you will evolve according to your adventure in an exceptional setting! Between relaxing and swimming in the creeks, you will progress on foot, on paddle, with flippers and in via ferrata in a preserved nature, above the sea and facing the Riou islands. Incredible moments of sharing with the family full of laughter, unique experiences, pleasures and sensations in the heart of protected natural areas.
The principle of family travel in freedom is to live your adventure at your own pace and according to your desires. We provide you with the road book to discover the hiking circuits that we offer and we organise meetings with our partners to experience the activities included in the programme.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Marseille - Aubagne-en-Provence
Welcome at our base camp in Aubagne. Installation, meeting and presentation of your stay. Briefing of the week with our receptionist. Possibility to relax at the swimming pool.
"Night in an eco-lodge or cabanon (at the Garlaban campsite).
Day 2 - Hiking and Stand-Up Paddle in the Embiez archipelago.
After breakfast at the camp, you can reach the start of the paddle activity at Six-Fours-les-Plages (40mn by car). The Embiez archipelago has a lagoon sheltered from the swell and the wind, ideal for the initiation to stand up paddle and discover beautiful small creeks. After the picnic, you can extend the discovery of these superb panoramas by a walk around the island with swimming guaranteed.
"Paddle activity: 3 hours
"Hiking: 3 hours
"Night in an eco-lodge or a cabin (at the Garlaban campsite).
* According to the weather conditions and only during the All Saints' Day and Easter holidays, this day can be replaced by a full day's hike in the creeks of Morgiou and Sugiton.
Day 3 - Port d'Alon Customs Trail and Snorkeling in the Calanque.
This morning departure for Saint Cyr sur Mer (30mn drive). You will follow the coastal path to reach the magnificent Calanque de Port d'Alon for a well-deserved picnic and a swim in crystal-clear water. In the afternoon, you can explore the Mediterranean sea bed. Supervised by a sea eco-guide, you will follow an underwater itinerary in combination with flippers, mask and snorkel.
"Snorkeling activity: 2h
"Hiking: 3 hours
"Night in an eco-lodge or a cabin (at the Garlaban campsite).
Day 4 - Vertigo hike and Hike to Cap Canaille
At La Ciotat (25mn drive), in the heart of the Calanque de Figuerolles, you go up to the Pic du Capucin for an aerial hike! Initiation to abseiling over the translucent water. The point of view is magical and the activity very playful. Unforgettable moments in a special atmosphere away from the crowd.
In the afternoon, you continue the adventure on the crest line of the Cap Canaille with extraordinary views of the Riou Archipelago and the discovery of secret paths.
"Vertigo hike: 3h
"Hiking: 2h30
"Night in an eco-lodge or a cabin (at the Garlaban campsite).
D5 - Kayak and hike in the Calanques de Cassis
You leave to discover the most beautiful creeks of Cassis (20mn trip). Starting from Port-Miou, your hike will take you to the Calanque Port-Pin and its blower hole then the adventure continues to the famous Calanque d'En-Vau. The afternoon continues with a quiet kayak ride under the highest sea cliff in Europe (Soubeyranes cliffs) and its translucent waters.
We will recommend a few restaurants to continue your evening in the beautiful village of Cassis.
"Kayak : 2h30 *
"Hiking: 3 hours
"Night in an eco-lodge or cabin (at the Garlaban campsite).
* According to the weather conditions and only during the All Saints' Day and Easter holidays, the Kayak activity can be replaced by the electric mountain bike activity near Cassis.
D6 - Aubagne-en-Provence - city trek by electric scooter in Marseille
Departure from the base camp after breakfast in the direction of Marseille.
City trek near the Old Port: you embark on an unusual tour of the city, on an electric scooter! Departing from the Old Port, you will discover the most beautiful sites of Marseille: Le Mucem, la Joliette, the historical district of Le Panier and end up at Le Pharo, for a magnificent view of the beautiful Massilia. Suggestion of a small local restaurant on the port and end of the stay.
"2h30 of visit by trotinette
"Travel time: 30 minutes
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The formula includes :
L'hébergement en Bed & Breakfast du J1 au petit déjeuner du J6, les roadbook, l'encadrement par des moniteurs diplômés (matériel compris) pour les activités paddle, snorkeling et trottinette électrique et la location des kayaks.
The formula does not include :
L'encadrement des randonnées (réalisées en autonomie avec unb roadbook) et du kayak, les assurances individuelles et complémentaires, le transport aller-retour jusqu'au lieu de rendez-vous et sur les lieux d'activité, les pic nics et les dîners, les boissons.
Equipment to provide :
- 1 paire de lunettes de soleil de qualité
- 1 gourde ou thermos (2x1 litre minimum)
- 1 crème solaire
- 1 nécessaire de toilette (produits biodégradables de préférence)
- 1 serviette de toilette (séchage rapide)
- 1 lampe frontale ou lampe de poche
- 1 boîte hermétique en plastique type Tupperware (contenance 0.8L), couverts, couteau de poche pour le pique-nique
- 1 petite pochette (de préférence étanche) pour mettre son argent, documents d’identité…
Duration
6 day(s)
From
9 - 80 years
Difficulty
3 / 5
Adult accompanist
Mandatory
Confirmation
Deferred (21 day(s) Maximum)
1915 Chemin De La Thuilière,
13400, AUBAGNE, FRANCE
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