Boat trips and excursions: our selection

Canoeing, kayaking and sand yachting: all of our nautical adventures

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Exploring aquaculture in Chausey: paddle away!

Granville

Alban, an oyster farmer, and Ian, a fisherman and kayak guide, will take you to find out all about aquaculture in the exceptional setting of the Chausey islands.

Starting in Granville, hop on board the fishing boat “La Grande Ancre”, and set sail for the eastern part of Chausey, with its wild islets: the perfect spot for a picnic! As the tide goes out, you’ll discover the mussel beds in a two-person kayak (suitable for beginners). At low tide you’ll head off on foot to explore the oyster and clam beds, before kayaking back to the boat for the ride back to Granville.

Practical information:

Children from 12 years accompanied by an adult
80€/adult and 60€/child (up to16 years) – excluding picnic
Duration: full day - 1h30 outward and return journey, lunch and 2 to 3h of kayaking

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Kayaking with Mont Saint-Michel as a backdrop

Saint-Jean-le-Thomas

How about kayaking for a new way to discover the bay of Mont Saint-Michel? You’ll explore the bay, the cliffs at Champeaux, the nearby beaches and the Dragey dunes. A fun family excursion that’s accessible to all, guided by Ian and Nicolas. The departure point is the beach in Saint-Jean-le-Thomas or the Sol Roc slipway, depending on the tidal coefficient. You’ll paddle along the coast, with stunning views of Mont Saint-Michel. If you’re lucky, you might see some seals!

Practical information:

Children from 12 years accompanied by an adult
30€/adult and 20€/child (up to 14 years)
Duration: 1h30

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Paddling one of the most beautiful bays in the world

Pontaubault

This two-seater kayak excursion is perfect for families. You’ll paddle along the River Sélune towards Mont Saint-Michel. On the way, you’ll have an unforgettable experience discovering the quicksand, a natural phenomenon that’s great fun for all ages!

Practical information:

Children from 12 years accompanied by an adult
25€/adult and 15€/child (up to 14 years)
Duration: 1h30

Book

To book one of these three nautical adventures mentioned above, as Kayak La Baie

Kayak - La baie du Mont Saint-Michel

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Sea kayaking to explore the treasures of Chausey

Granville

From the water, observe the flora and fauna typical of this gem in the Manche. Frédéric and David, your guides for the day, will take you sea kayaking to explore the different islets of the archipelago. You’ll stop in different spots to admire the unique landscapes. This excursion is suited to more advanced paddlers with experience of sea kayaking.

Practical information:

Book with the Canöe Club d’Avranches Canöe Club d’Avranches / ckca50@wanadoo.fr
Advanced kayakers (from 12 years)
85€/adult and 70€/child (up to 16 years)
Duration: full day (time in Chausey varies according to the tides)
2 possible meeting places: port of Granville or Chausey

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Canoeing on the River Sélune: a unique experience

Ducey-les-Chéris

This excursion takes you up the Sélune, a coastal river that flows into the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel. You’ll be able to admire the pretty landscapes, with their varied fauna and exceptional flora. With Frédéric and David, your guides, you’ll paddle along the edge of the Ardennes woods to the small town of Ducey. Welcome to the Mortain region!

Practical information:

Book with the Mont Saint Michel Normandie tourist information office
Suitable for all levels, from 12 years of age
25€/adult and 20€/child (up to 16 years)
Duration: 2h

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TRY PADDLEBOARDING OR KAYAKING IN LA VANLÉE TIDAL INLET

Bréhal

Starting from a meander of La Vanlée tidal inlet, enjoy a fantastic paddleboarding experience as you travel through this exceptional natural area. You will be accompanied by Gaël, your guide, who will show you the tidal causeway, the rivulets and the inlet, all from the water. This outing (round trip) is around 5 to 7 km log. It is also possible by kayak.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

Book with Gaël Gautier, 02 33 61 78 03 / gael.gautier@8millesnautic.com / https://8millesnautic.com
Accessible to all, from 14 years
42€/person
Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours in total (including welcome, equipment, travel to starting point, presentation of activity and time on water – around 1.5 hours –, return and debriefing, travel back to base and access to changing rooms).

Sand yachting in Sciotot

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Tester le char à voile à Sciotot

Les Pieux

On the wild coast of the Cotentin Peninsula, between the headlands of Le Rozel and Flamanville, Guillaume invites you to join him for an original foodie excursion in the bay of Sciotot. After briefing you on how to handle the sand yachts, he’ll tell you the secrets of the bay: its history, legends, stories, seabirds, marine mammals, and the plants of its heaths and dunes. By the end you’ll know everything there is to know about this protected natural area. Enjoy a unique experience combining culture, excitement and a dose of fresh sea air!

Practical information:

Book with OSLC Char à Voile, Centre d’activités Voiles et Vent Sciotot
From 12 years of age
40€/person
Duration: 3 hours

Sailing boat trips: la Manche from the sea

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Sail the seas in the bay of Granville and Mont Saint-Michel

Granville

In Granville, all aboard the Charles Marie to discover the treasures of la Manche: Chausey and the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel. The trip includes a presentation of the boat, the history of Granville, an explanation of manoeuvres, the journey across to Chausey and time there to discover the islands (for full-day trips).

Practical information:

Book with Charles Marie / contact@charles-marie.fr
Accessible to all
70€/adult and 35€/child up to 18 years, for the full-day trip
45€/adult and 25€/child up to 18 years, for the half-day trip

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SAIL TO THE ECRÉHOUS

Barneville-Carteret

On board the boat Malino, sail to the Ecréhous. This small channel island is made up of mostly uninhabited islands. Along the way, you will probably come across seabirds, dolphins and seals. Plenty to see!

Practical information:

Book with Skipper Aventure / contact@skipper-aventure.com
From 10 years of age
100€/person (lunch is not included in the price)
Duration : full day

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Set sail for Chausey

Granville

Franck invites you to join him for a foodie experience on his boat, “Mangrove”. From Granville, set sail for Chausey. Head off to explore this little corner of paradise with all its natural diversity during an excursion to the island or a shellfish gathering experience. On board, you’ll try some delicious local specialities: cider, apple juice, oysters, fish rillettes, fish soup, cheese, and teurgoule (Normandy rice pudding).