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When it comes to jetskiing among superyachts or kayaking along a coastline lined with palm trees and art deco hotels, Cannes has to be one of the most glamorous and fun places along the Riviera to indulge in a day of watersports.
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10 & 15 min sessions for all abilities
A great way to have fun, these watersports cater for all levels of experience - making it the perfect activity for a warm summer day.
A great team offering a variety of water sports courses
Waterskiing, wakeboarding and towables, Furious Nautisme have it all !
Hire a variety of water sports equipment right in the heart of Cannes
With all their years of experience in water sports you can be assured that you are in safe hands whichever one you choose to try!
Established diving school based in the Old Port of Golfe-Juan
A small centre that focuses on a personal touch and offers not only beginner diving courses, but PADI certification and also instructor development courses.
Public indoor swimming pool close to the airport & sports stadium
This public swimming pool is located in Cannes La Boca. It has two pools, one is a 25 metre pool with a depth of 3.4 metres, the other is a smaller pool of 12 metres.
Learn how to kite surf or stand up paddle board in the Bay of Cannes
Airxkite offers full courses on kite surfing, including theory and practical. All Airxkite classes in the water take place between April to November.
Rent your stand up paddle board right on the beach
You can rent your stand up paddle board from half an hour up to a week at a time, perfect to liven up a cruise around the Mediterranean. Their nearby surf shop also sells all kinds of gear related to surf, windsurfing and paddle-boarding.
Sailing school offering courses for children and adults
With two locations, one in Cannes and another one on Île Ste Marguerite, this association organises sailing, sea kayaking and wind surfing courses throughout the year.
An experienced dive centre close to the heart of Cannes
Easy Dive is a diving centre and shop in Cannes. There are a range of different courses for all levels from complete beginner to advanced and instructor courses.
1hr, 2hr, half day or full day hire, to discover the French Riviera
Based in Antibes, their kayak & SUP activities extend along the French Riviera and include the Iles de Lerins.
Diving school situated in the old port of Saint Raphael
Since 1994, the team at this diving school have been located in Saint Raphael in the Var department.
Join a team of professionals for a great experience
Jet-ski, waterskiing, wakeboard, wakesurf, parachute, canoe and paddleboard, Glisse Paradise have it all!
Exploring the mysteries of the deep by diving or snorkelling
Offering divers the chance to explore some of the beautiful underwater areas around Cannes. You will dive the pristine beauty of these relatively untouched, idyllic dive sites.
Offering Jet ski hire & guided tours by qualified instructors
Discover the French Riviera in a new way and try out life on the open waters on a jet ski. A boating licence is not necessary to take part in this activity.
Friendly diving centre for enthusiasts & newcomers to the sport
Discover more than 30 dive sites with the help of this diving school, located on the Port Santa Lucia in St Raphael.
Canyoning, climbing & via ferrata
Range of water sports and outdoor activities proposed by a professional guiding company.
