Discovery morning on a sailing catamaran

Boat trips

Adult €27.00 Child (6 to 11 years old) €18.00 Teenagers (12 to 17 years old) €23.00 Free with the Pass!

Embark on a 2-hour trip from the port of La Rochelle on a catamaran equipped with all the necessary comforts. With no predetermined route, you'll discover the joys of sailing in the ideal setting of the Pertuis d'Antioche in the company of the captain and his first mate.

Included with the La Rochelle Ocean Pass: your pass gives you access to 1 sea excursion in La Rochelle to choose from among 4 offered according to the seasonal calendar and the access conditions of the partners* : Tour of Fort Boyard with commentary; La Rochelle-Ile de Ré (Saint-Martin-de-Ré) return sea link; Discovery morning on a Catamaran; Tour of the Bay on a traditional motorboat.

Booking essential.

* During the summer period, Kapalouest accepts a limited number of bookings made with a La Rochelle Océan Pass for the morning discovery trip on a sailing catamaran.

Additional information

Boarding point:

Pontoon located at 21 avenue Michel Crépeau opposite the Médiathèque de La Rochelle (Embarcadère Passeur électrique Yélo).

Visiting conditions :
. You can bring your own drinks and snacks if you wish. There are no sales on board.
. Presentation 10 to 15 minutes before boarding.
. It is possible to bring a pushchair or bassinet on board.

. For your safety, departures are subject to weather and sailing conditions. Reservations for cruises with the La Rochelle Océan Pass for the scheduled departures may therefore be cancelled if the company deems it necessary and will not give rise to a refund of the pass. If possible, you will be offered an alternative departure.

This outing is ideal for a first approach to sailing. Throughout the trip, the crew will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the maritime environment or the operation of the boat.

Scheduled in the morning, during the quietest hours of the day, this outing is a great opportunity to get the day off to a gentle start and fill up on fresh, iodised air.

Come aboard the Kapalouest maxi-catamaran and enjoy a moment of relaxation on its wide trampolines. This catamaran, dedicated to sailing, offers you great sailing sensations.

Reservation
Reservations must be made by telephone with Kapalouest: 05 46 44 97 67 and your pass number; bookings are possible up to 1 week before the departure date.
Opening hours
From February to November.

Tour of the bay by traditional motorboat

Boat trips

Come aboard ‘Viking Ljös’, a traditional pinnace from the Arcachon Basin! Piloted by a professional skipper, you'll enjoy 1h15 of sailing from La Rochelle.

Included with the La Rochelle Ocean Pass: your pass gives you access to 1 sea excursion in La Rochelle from a choice of 4, depending on the seasonal calendar and the access conditions of our partners*: Tour of Fort Boyard with commentary; La Rochelle-Ile de Ré (Saint-Martin-de-Ré) return sea link; Discovery morning on a Catamaran; Tour of the Bay on a traditional motorboat.

Booking essential.

  • Motor disability

    Wheelchair users are welcome on board Kapalouest. Only manual wheelchairs will be taken on board. Wheelchair users will have to be carried by the crew up three steps. It is advisable to arrive 20 to 30 minutes before the departure time to ensure the best possible boarding conditions.

  • Access by bike

    La Rochelle is on the Vélodyssée cycle routes.

    ADVANTAGE INCLUDED in your La Rochelle Océan Pass: get a 30% discount on bike hire.
    Present your pass at our partner Cycling Tour in La Rochelle and benefit from your discount (your pass must be activated and valid).

  • Access by bus

    Recommended bus stop :
    Aquarium - Lines illico 3 ; illico 4

    ADVANTAGE INCLUDED in your La Rochelle Océan Pass: unlimited access to the Yélo bus network to get around La Rochelle. 
    In the application, press the ‘Transports en commun Yélo’ button: a camera opens and you can flash the QR stuck on the bus and located next to the driver, simply by passing your phone in front of it. Validation is compulsory at every stop on your journey.

    Details of routes, timetables and changes to Yélo bus services are available at www.yelo-larochelle.fr

  • Access by car

    Choose to park in the free Park & Ride sites at the city gates, then finish your journey by bus (free with the La Rochelle Océan Pass):

    Beaulieu: 130 spaces (including 5 PRM)
    Les Greffières: 300 spaces (including 8 PRM)
    Simone Veil: 130 spaces (including 4 PRM)

Kapalouest

Experience an exceptional moment of conviviality on a choice of catamaran or pinasse outings, departing from La Rochelle.