SIX-FOURS-LES-PLAGES CATAMARAN FIELD GUIDE
Seven Hours Afloat on Atika: Provençal barbecue, guided snorkeling and afternoon on the trampoline off Six-Fours-les-Plages
A 7-hour shared catamaran outing aboard the Atika combining two guided aquatic excursions, a barbecue lunch and optional personalized diving baptism — a concise field guide to what to expect.
Seven Hours Afloat on Atika: Provençal barbecue, guided snorkeling and afternoon on the trampoline off Six-Fours-les-Plages.
Board the Atika for a day of relaxed cruising in the Var: sheltered anchorages, a 45‑minute guided underwater walk, Provençal apéritif and barbecue on board, afternoon paddles and snorkeling — with the option of a personalized diving baptism for eligible guests.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Atika: a comfortable 15 m cruising catamaran
The Atika is a long‑distance catamaran designed by Erik Lerouge and registered with the Yacht Club de France. The 15 m by 7.80 m vessel offers onboard comforts — toilets, hot deck showers, a fitted galley and cabins, shaded dining, front trampoline, boarding ladders and a barbecue — and takes up to 12 guests in addition to the crew.
Two guided aquatic excursions and paddle exploration
Guests take part in a 45‑minute guided aquatic walk to discover Mediterranean seabeds and later explore wild coves by stand‑up paddle and mask/fins/snorkel; all necessary snorkeling and paddle equipment is provided and activities are accompanied by qualified guides.
Provençal apéritif and barbecue lunch aboard
After the first aquatic activity the crew serves an apéritif with a cool drink and Provençal specialties while underway. At a second mooring the crew prepares a barbecue and guests dine in the boat’s saloon (carré).
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
You embark on the Atika and head to a sheltered anchorage for a 45‑minute guided underwater walk with a certified instructor. After returning aboard the crew weighs anchor for a short navigation during which an apéritif and Provençal specialties are served. At a second mooring the barbecue is prepared and lunch is served in the saloon. The afternoon is for sun on the trampoline, paddling and snorkeling in secluded coves — or, for those eligible, a personalized diving baptism conducted by the onboard dive instructor.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should take precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a 7‑hour, non‑privatized day sail.
Bring sun protection, a windbreaker if it’s cool, closed lightweight shoes with clean soles (tongs are discouraged). In hot weather bring ~0.5 L of water per person; those prone to seasickness should bring medication such as Mercalm.
After booking you are given a rendezvous directly at the pontoon. The main meeting point is Quai Saint Pierre, Port du Brusc, 83140 Six‑Fours‑les‑Plages; a free parking lot is about a 5‑minute walk from the meeting point.
Included: two aquatic walks, the onboard barbecue menu and apéritif, guidance by qualified instructors, civil liability insurance, snorkeling equipment loan, dinghy transfers to/from the quay, paddles and a towel.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The trip lasts 7 hours.
Where do we meet the boat?
Rendezvous is at the pontoon located Quai Saint Pierre, Port du Brusc, Six‑Fours‑les‑Plages; a free parking area is about a five‑minute walk away.
Are children allowed and is there an age limit for the diving baptism?
Children are accepted on the outing. The diving baptism requires participants to be over 8 years old and have no notable medical contraindication; a medical certificate is not obligatory.
Is equipment provided?
Yes: snorkeling equipment, paddles, safety flotation aids for beginners, a towel and the barbecue lunch are provided; diving gear and insurance are included for the baptism option.
What should I bring?
Bring sun protection, a windbreaker if it’s cool, closed lightweight shoes with clean soles (tongs are discouraged), and in high heat consider carrying a half‑liter bottle of water; seasickness medication is recommended for those prone to motion sickness.
Is the outing private?
This is a shared (non‑privatized) 7‑hour outing aboard the Atika.