Hiking in the Calanques National Park from Marseille

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About this activity

A hike through Calanques National Park starting right from Luminy, with a local guide who knows the unmarked trails. Take in incredible panoramic views for your best travel photos, cool off at a swim stop, and, conditions permitting, swim out to explore the hidden Blue Cave. A breath of fresh, natural air right at the edge of the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Planetazur

Ages: Adults (8–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Your guide brings snacks to share, and you're welcome to bring your own favorites to add to the shared picnic too.
Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Drinks

Itinerary

The starting and ending point is the Aix-Marseille University campus, right next to Calanques National Park. Public transport timing is coordinated for departure from Marseille. If you're arriving by car, meet at 8:55am at the park gate, opposite the fine arts school. Every route offers incredible panoramic viewpoints for photos, plus a shared snack break halfway through (bring whatever you like, we'll also bring snacks to share). Weather and swimming conditions permitting, you can also swim out from the picnic stop to explore the Blue Cave on your own. - Belvedere des Calanques, with a descent toward Sugiton - Calanque de Saint-Jean de Dieu - Grande Candelle, scenic viewpoint (sightseeing only, no climbing) - Return

Stop 1
Parc National Des Calanques
Calanque de Morgiou
Calanque du Sugiton

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you in front of the fine arts school on the Luminy campus at 8:55am.

Bus access: take bus B1 from Castellane metro station and get off at the Luminy campus stop. Make sure you have a ticket or cash to buy one (3.50 euros round trip). If you've used a metro ticket, it's still valid within the hour.

End point

Your guide will meet you in front of the fine arts school on the Luminy campus at 8:55am.

Bus access: take bus B1 from Castellane metro station and get off at the Luminy campus stop. Make sure you have a ticket or cash to buy one (3.50 euros round trip). If you've used a metro ticket, it's still valid within the hour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

Student promo

Student rate: Proof of student status (student card or registration) may be requested by the guide before starting.
Private winter circuit

Duration: 4 hours

Picnic: Bread, cheese, jam, fruit, cherry tomatoes, hummus
Standard

Duration: 5 hours