Hiking the Calanques National Park
42 € per person
Discounted rate for groups of 4 people or more
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Guided
A professional moutain hiking guide (french cerfificate) will guide you to the best places and teach you a lot of stories during this day.
All year long
The National park is not only attractive during summer. Each season has is specificities.
Hiking
By foot. You need close good walking or trail shoes for this trip. Despidte we are near the sea this is real hiking paths with rocks here.
Difficulty
This hike requires the ability to walk on steep and rocky trails for several hours, with an elevation gain of approximately 500 meters.
The Calanques
Les calanques à pieds c’est encore mieux !!!
What to expect ?
We traverse the unique landscapes of the Calanques, amidst limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, small beaches, and Mediterranean scrubland.
Summary
Hiking is undoubtedly the best way to discover and enjoy the Calanques massif.
You will be accompanied by a local guide who will introduce you to the richness of this heritage classified as a National Park and UNESCO World Heritage.
Located at the city’s doorstep, it features a preserved natural area with steep limestone cliffs, beaches, forests, and typical Mediterranean maquis.
Our route starts from the Luminy university complex, at the heart of the National Park. From here, we quickly access some of the most beautiful Calanques.
After passing through a pleasant pine forest, we’ll descend to the Port de Morgiou. A coffee break is possible here.
Depending on the group, preferences, and weather, we may access, via a small trail, the Anse de la Triperie, below which lies the famous Cosquer Cave.
We’ll then retrace our steps to walk along the Calanque de Morgiou. A first swimming stop at the Blue Cave is possible here, involving a short dive and a few meters of swimming. The morning light here is unique.
A coastal trail with some rocky passages equipped with ladders then leads us to Sugiton and one of its small beaches. A long swimming break and lunch here before heading back up to the Porte d’Orient (Sugiton Belvedere, located 250m above sea level).
Included
- Bilingual guide
- Small group guaranteed (maximum 12 people)
- Local food speciality (lunch not included)
- Photo/sightseeing/swimming breaks
Technical sheet
Duration
The actual walking time is between 2 and 3 hours, with the total duration of the outing being approximately 6 hours. We make frequent stops to take photos, discuss the historically rich locations, and allow participants to swim.
Level of difficulty
Excursion accessible to all. Although the route follows the seaside, the Calanques are a very rugged massif with rocky trails similar to those found in the mountains. Elevation changes should also be considered (approximately 400m throughout the day). In summer, the heat is also a factor to take into account. Therefore, it is necessary to be in decent physical condition to undertake this outing, to avoid encountering difficulties.
On site
- There is a water point at the start of the outing but not afterwards.
- It is, therefore, necessary to plan for at least 1.5 liters of water per person.
- There are no shops at the starting point, so please bring a picnic.
- Do not leave anything visible in your vehicle if you come with one.
Important informations
To bring
- Closed and comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
- Swimsuit recommended from the end of May to October
- Sunglasses
- Solar cream
- Backpack (no shoulder bag but we have bags on loan)
- Water (drinkable water on site and fresh bottled water on sale)
Forbidden
- Pets
- Smoking
- Non-closed flip-flop beach shoes
Good to know
- You will receive a confirmation at the time of registration with our contact details
- 12 people maximum per guide
- Minimum age: 12 years old or height over 135 cm. Kids must be comfortable on a bike.
- This activity can be led by a multilingual guide
- At the time of booking, you will be asked for the height of each participant
- This activity is subject to favorable climatic conditions.
- If canceled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund
Accès
The meeting point for this outing is at the bus terminal for buses 21JET, 24, and B1. The bus stop is Luminy PN des Calanques.
It will take you approximately 40 minutes to come from the Old Port to the meeting point by bus.
It is also easy to park nearby, and parking is free.
Another option is the electric bikes provided by the Metropole. There is a station on-site.
Transport
The different transport options to come to the meeting point :
- The city bus
- Taxis and Ubers
- Personal vehicle (easy and free parking around)
- Metropolis bikes
Pick up and drop off in option
We offer a pickup / drop off service on request.
The price is:
- 100 € round trip from the cruise port for 1-4 persons
- 180 € round trip from the cruise port for 5 -8 persons
Groupes et demandes spécifiques
On demand
For corporate groups, friends, students, bachelor party, families, we can adapt this offer:
- choice of departure time
- formula with lunch stop in a restaurant or Cabanon Calanque de Sormiou, Morgiou, Les Goudes
- Up to 40 people
- Possibility of departure and arrival on other sites