Hike to the Blue Cave Marseille with swimming and snack
Discover the mysterious blue cave nestled in the heart of the Calanques park! Meet at 11am at the point indicated on our website and your reservation. Bring water and suitable shoes.
The descent to the cave lasts about 1h10 there and 1h30 back, it is 8km and 280m of total elevation gain. Our guides will reveal fascinating anecdotes and captivating information about this exceptional place. Admire breathtaking panoramas of mountains, lush vegetation and turquoise waters.
At the entrance to the cave, taste sweet local specialties brought by our guides. Then, dive with the snorkeling equipment provided to explore the crystal clear waters of the cave and its surroundings. The walk is physical, especially on hot days.
The return is scheduled for 4pm. Leave with family or friends with unforgettable memories and videos of your exploration, captured with our included video equipment. A thrilling adventure awaits you!
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Hike to the Blue Cave Marseille with swimming and snack
What's included in Hike to the Blue Cave Marseille with swimming and snack
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Calanque de Morgiou
Entrance into the Calanques National Park 11:00 a.m. Descent towards the port of Morgiou with a breathtaking panoramic view of the cove and the port of Morgiou. Impressive but easy chain descent (see photo), then we leave the main trails to discover the blue cave (12:30 p.m.). There, swimming, lunch (at the clients' expense), traditional snack and exploration of the cave (2:30 p.m.)! Finally we go up the cove to return to the meeting point (4 p.m.).
Inclusions
- Guide and anecdotes
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Gopro videos
- Sweet local Marseille specialties
- Lunch
- Bring at least 1.5L of water per person
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- It is mandatory to know how to swim, the cave is only accessible by swimming.
- It’s a real hike, the path is steep and the effort can be intense in strong heat.
- Having water shoes for swimming enhances the experience
- A descent along a 3M chain is one of the steps to access the cave
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The guides will wait for you in front of the barrier at the entrance to the Calanques park.