Provence is full of great outdoor activities to make the most of the fine weather. This summer, visit Carry-le-Rouet, Miramas or La Ciotat for a host of unusual and original activities. Sailboats, transparent kayaks, or horseback riding at sunset, Marseille Secrète shares with you its selection of the 5 best summer activities to do in Provence.
Sailing aboard a transparent boat in Carry-le-Rouet
Do you know about underwater vision boats? Thanks to their transparent hulls, these boats allow you to observe the beauty and diversity of the seabed. Prices start from €20, treat yourself to a tour with or without a swim in the clear waters of the Côte Bleue Marine Park!
Take a sailboat trip in Miramas
When you live in Provence, you have the advantage of being able to enjoy activities that involve lots of swimming and walks along the water’s edge! For this one, head for the Etang de Berre at Miramas. With family or friends, take advantage of the calm and freshness of the pond to sail off into the sunset, have an aperitif on the waves or swim in the moonlight, all for 45€ for adults and 25€ for children!
Transparent kayaking to the green island of La Ciotat
The bay of La Ciotat abounds in breathtaking scenery: the ochre-colored “poudingue” cliffs, the turquoise waters of the Calanque de Figuerolles or Le Mugel, or the Île Verte, a small island of land 420 meters from the coast, the only wooded island in the Bouches-du-Rhône. For as little as €25, you can explore the seabed in a transparent kayak! An activity not to be missed!
A moonlit horseback ride in the Parc des Alpilles
We stay in our beautiful Provence, heading for the superb Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles. In this enchanting setting, on the evenings of the full moon in June and July, you can treat yourself to an enchanting horseback ride illuminated by the glow of thousands of stars! The price of the tour is €100 per person, and a minimum of 4 people is required! Quite a high price, but well worth it.
Rent electric mountain bikes and visit the Garlaban massif
Discover the trails at the foot of the Garlaban massif with state-of-the-art electric mountain bikes for hire from €50! The routes are adapted to all levels thanks to a virtual guide. It’s the perfect activity for an outing with family or friends (bikes for children aged 8/9 and over are available on request). Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cyclist, there’s a route to suit everyone. Take advantage of this opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, observe the flora and fauna, and admire the magnificent scenery!