Boat trips and excursions in La Manche

Our selection of ways to discover La Manche from the sea

In a kayak or a sailing boat, cast off to discover the most beautiful spots in La Manche. From the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel to the Cotentin Peninsula, with a stop in Chausey, hop on board for a unique experience. There’s something for everyone in our selection of boat trips and excursions.

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

Kayak trip from 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:

Children from 12 years accompanied by an adult
85€/adult and 70€/child (up to16 years) – excluding picnic
Duration: full day

Kayak or paddle ride

at the departure from Pontaubault

Pontaubault

This outing takes place either in a two-seater kayak or during an initiation paddle. You sail on the Sélune, towards Mont Saint-Michel, from Pontaubault to La Marecherie.

On the way, live an unforgettable experience to discover the quicksand. This natural phenomenon will entertain little and big children!

Practical information:

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

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:

Suitable for all levels, from 12 years of age
25€/adult and 20€/child (up to 16 years)
Duration: 2h

TRY KAYAKING IN LA VANLÉE TIDAL INLET

Bréhal

Starting from a meander of La Vanlée tidal inlet, enjoy a fantastic kayaking 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.

Then, go to the nautical base for a tasting of local products between land & sea and a workshop for the production of sea salt. An unforgettable outing for your eyes as well as for your taste buds!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

Accessible to all, from 14 years
44€/adult and 30€/child (up to 16 years)
Duration: 2.5 hours in total

Sand yachting

Gourmet tour by sand yacht at the cove of 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.

You will enjoy the gourmet break of the walk concocted by your guide. Enjoy a unique experience combining culture, excitement and a dose of fresh sea air!

Practical information:

From 12 years of age
40€/person
Duration: 3 hours

Sailing boat trips: la Manche from the sea

Walk and discovery of Chausey aboard the Charles-Marie

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:

Accessible to all
75€/adult and 37,5€/child up to 18 years, for the full-day trip
45€/adult and 22,5€/child up to 18 years, for the half-day trip

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).