Inter-îles cruises invite you to sail through the heart of the Pertuis Charentais: guided cruises, a getaway aboard a sailing catamaran, and crossings to or from the islands of Ré, Aix and Oléron. Choose your cruise to suit your preferences and book your tickets online via the Tourist Office’s ticketing service.
CRUISES – SEA TOURS
Departure: La Rochelle (the boarding point is specified on your ticket)
La Rochelle by sea – Duration: 1 hour
Discover La Rochelle aboard La Chaloupe, from the famous towers of the Old Port to the Bout du Monde Lighthouse, during a pleasant guided tour.
Fort Boyard Sea Cruise – Duration: approx. 2 hours/2 hours 15 minutes
Sail through the Pertuis d’Antioche, admire the islands of Ré, Aix and Oléron, and get as close as possible to the iconic Fort Boyard.
Fort Boyard at Sunset – Duration: 2 hours
Admire Fort Boyard bathed in the evening light during a sea cruise offering a unique perspective on this iconic monument.
The 3 ports of La Rochelle + the submarine base – Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Set sail on a cruise that will take you on a tour of La Rochelle’s three iconic harbours: the Old Harbour, the Port des Minimes and the Chef de Baie fishing harbour. Immerse yourself in the region’s maritime history by visiting the submarine base, a testament to past conflicts and an exceptional naval heritage.
CRUISES – SAILING CATAMARAN
Departure: La Rochelle (the boarding point is specified on your ticket)
Catamaran Experience – Duration: 2 hours
Set sail aboard a sailing catamaran and enjoy the thrill of sailing and the scenery of the La Rochelle coastline.
Sailing to Fort Boyard – Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Sail to Fort Boyard and discover this iconic monument in an exceptional setting, between the islands of Aix and Oléron.
Harmony Sunset Cruise – Duration: 2 hours
Enjoy a special moment on a catamaran, cocktail in hand, as you watch the colours of the setting sun over the ocean.
CRUISES – THE ISLANDS
Île d’Aix + Fort Boyard – Duration: 1 hour/1 hour 15 minutes
Get as close as possible to Fort Boyard before docking on Île d’Aix and exploring this charming little island at your leisure.
Departure: La Rochelle (the boarding point is specified on your ticket)
Options available: Full-day return; Half-day return
Île de Ré – Duration: 1 hour/1 hour 10 minutes
Enjoy a pleasant sea crossing from La Rochelle to Île de Ré, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Atlantic coast.
Choice of departure and arrival ports: La Rochelle; St-Martin-de-Ré (the boarding point is specified on your ticket)
Choice of services: Return; One-way
Île d’Oléron - Journey time: 1 hour
Choose a comfortable and convenient ferry service between La Rochelle and Île d’Oléron.
Choice of departure and arrival ports: La Rochelle; St-Denis d’Oléron; Boyardville (the boarding point is specified on your ticket)
Choice of ticket options: Return; One-way
