{"id":47654,"date":"2023-11-24T18:01:57","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T17:01:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/la-rochelle-bateau\/"},"modified":"2026-08-01T15:25:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T13:25:38","slug":"la-rochelle-boat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/","title":{"rendered":"Boat cruise in La Rochelle, all the information you need to organize your getaway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Going boating is a must-do experience during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-la-rochelle\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"46364\">stay in La Rochelle<\/a>. You&#8217;ll enjoy <strong>unforgettable views<\/strong> of the coastline, the mythical <strong>Fort Boyard<\/strong> and a <strong>stopover<\/strong> on one of the islands of the archipelago. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We give you all the <strong>options<\/strong> and advice you need to make the most of your maritime getaway.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"La rochelle port\" class=\"wp-image-46477\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122243-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire d\u00e9taill\u00e9<\/span>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Where_to_take_the_boat_in_La_Rochelle\" >Where to take the boat in La Rochelle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Head_for_the_islands\" >Head for the islands!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#La_Rochelle_by_boat_all_options\" >La Rochelle by boat all options<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Catamaran_cruise\" >Catamaran cruise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Boat_rental\" >Boat rental<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Ferry\" >Ferry<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/la-rochelle-boat\/#Our_advice\" >Our advice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_take_the_boat_in_La_Rochelle\"><\/span><strong>Where to take the boat in La Rochelle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can take the ferries, embark on a cruise or hire a boat at the <strong>Vieux-Port<\/strong>, right in the center of La Rochelle, or at the <strong>Port des Minimes<\/strong> to the south.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several <strong>free parking lots<\/strong> are available next to the Port des Minimes, so you can park your car easily in this area.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"port la rochelle\" class=\"wp-image-46679\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_122100-1-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Head_for_the_islands\"><\/span><strong>Head for the islands!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know where to embark, you&#8217;re probably wondering what you&#8217;re going to see on your cruise through the waters of the Pertuis d&#8217;Antioche.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From La Rochelle, you can choose between the many surrounding islands: the<strong>\u00cele de R\u00e9<\/strong> with its charming villages, the<strong>\u00cele d&#8217;Aix<\/strong>, a small unspoilt corner of paradise, or the<strong>\u00cele d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong> and its breathtaking beaches, not forgetting the famous Fort Boyard.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On your way back to La Rochelle, don&#8217;t forget to take in the breathtaking view of the <strong>Old Port and its historic towers<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a magnificent panorama, which we love even more at sunset. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"882\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"46869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-882x1200.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46869\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-882x1200.webp 882w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-400x544.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-1176x1600.webp 1176w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-376x512.webp 376w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-768x1045.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-1129x1536.webp 1129w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_114717802-scaled.webp 1506w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 882px) 100vw, 882px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"46854\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-904x1200.webp\" alt=\"fort boyard\" class=\"wp-image-46854\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-904x1200.webp 904w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-400x531.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-1200x1594.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-386x512.webp 386w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-768x1020.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-1157x1536.webp 1157w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/PXL_20230923_112523713-scaled.webp 1542w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"46879\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-09-25-at-08.16.20-jpeg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46879\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>L&#8217;\u00cele de R\u00e9:<\/strong> A stopover on the \u00cele de R\u00e9 is a must on any trip from La Rochelle. You can admire its picturesque villages, sandy beaches and famous Baleines lighthouse from the sea. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L&#8217;\u00cele d&#8217;Aix:<\/strong> A small, peaceful island, accessible only by boat, offering a more intimate experience. It&#8217;s the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy nature. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00cele d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron:<\/strong> The largest of the Charente islands and our favorite, known for its magnificent beaches, pine forests and salt marshes. Sailing around the island offers a unique perspective on its natural beauty. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fort Boyard:<\/strong> This famous fort, located between \u00cele d&#8217;Aix and \u00cele d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron, is a must-see during your stay in La Rochelle. As you sail by, you can admire this iconic structure up close. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sailing further afield, you can discover <strong>wild stretches of coastline<\/strong>, with cliffs and beaches inaccessible by land.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"484\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-484x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15262\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-484x1024.webp 484w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-142x300.webp 142w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_150336-scaled.webp 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"15230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-568x1200.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15230\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-568x1200.webp 568w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-242x512.webp 242w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113222-scaled.webp 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"484\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled-484x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15241\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled-484x1024.webp 484w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled-284x600.webp 284w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled-142x300.webp 142w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled-727x1536.webp 727w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/20220904_113102-scaled.webp 757w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Rochelle_by_boat_all_options\"><\/span>La Rochelle by boat all options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catamaran_cruise\"><\/span>Catamaran cruise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From La Rochelle, you can choose an intimate cruise to<strong>\u00cele de R\u00e9<\/strong>,<strong>\u00cele d&#8217;Aix<\/strong>,<strong>\u00cele d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/strong>, and\/or the legendary <strong>Fort Boyard<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These cruises are the perfect opportunity to learn more about this magnificent region, learn a few maneuvers and admire the region&#8217;s most famous scenery at an affordable price <em>(around \u20ac25 per person)<\/em>.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-bouton-Z1t9DFO wp-block-lazyblock-bouton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/fort-boyard-l142498\/au-depart-de-la-rochelle-croisiere-a-la-voile-vers-fort-boyard-t384743\/?partner_id=0LXQSML&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=larochellefortboyard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\"><button>All about cruises in La Rochelle<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" data-gyg-tour-id=\"524074\" data-gyg-locale-code=\"fr-FR\" data-gyg-currency=\"EUR\" data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" data-gyg-variant=\"horizontal\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"0LXQSML\" data-gyg-cmp=\"bateaularochelle\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boat_rental\"><\/span>Boat rental<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ideally, of course, you should hire a <strong>private boat<\/strong>, so you can explore the <strong>La Rochelle area<\/strong> at your own pace and get within reasonable distance of <strong>Fort Boyard<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t panic if you&#8217;re new to sailing: you can rent a boat <strong>with or without a license <\/strong>and with or without a skipper. You&#8217;re bound to find a formula to suit your needs. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To rent your boat, we recommend that you use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samboat.fr\/location-bateau\/la-rochelle#ae851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\">Samboat<\/a> platform. Quite simply, they have the most comprehensive range of boat rentals, and their site is very easy to use. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You enter your location, then your dates, then you can filter by boat type (motorboats, houseboats, small boats&#8230;), with or without a license, with or without a skipper: in short, you&#8217;re spoilt for choice, from \u20ac129.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lazyblock-bouton-Z7Hp0W wp-block-lazyblock-bouton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samboat.fr\/location-bateau\/la-rochelle#ae851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\"><button>All you need to know about yacht charter<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"La rochelle port\" class=\"wp-image-46442\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120724-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ferry\"><\/span>Ferry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From La Rochelle, another very good option is to take a <strong>ferry<\/strong> in high season to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inter-iles.com\/croisieres\/liaison-la-rochelle-ile-doleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boyardville<\/a> (on the east coast of the Ile d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron) or the<a href=\"https:\/\/iledere-larochelle.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ile de R\u00e9<\/a> in around 50 minutes. Boats operate between April and early November, with 1 daily departure in high season. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bicycles are allowed<\/strong> on these sea routes. It&#8217;s the ideal way to explore these 2 islands using the many cycle paths. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find all the information you need about boat times and prices on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inter-iles.com\/croisieres\/liaison-la-rochelle-ile-doleron\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">company&#8217;s website<\/a>. <em>(approx. \u20ac18.50 per person)<\/em><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-1200x568.webp\" alt=\"La Rochelle\" class=\"wp-image-46427\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-1200x568.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-400x189.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-512x242.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-768x363.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-1536x727.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20230404_120425-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_advice\"><\/span>Our advice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Opt for a <strong>late-morning<\/strong> excursion to escape the crowds, or a <strong>late-day<\/strong> excursion to take advantage of the ideal light for your photos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t forget your <strong>windbreaker<\/strong>, because it&#8217;s always cooler at sea. If you want to take some cool photos, it&#8217;s time to get out <strong>your sailors<\/strong>! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid excursions in bad weather for a more pleasant experience. On the coast, the weather changes according to the tides, so don&#8217;t panic if it&#8217;s overcast in the morning, the sun may return during the day. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope you enjoy your stay in La Rochelle<strong> <\/strong>! If this article has helped you find your dream beach, leave us <strong>5 stars<\/strong> below to encourage us.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning a stay on the island, you can also read our other articles on organizing your vacation in Charente-Maritime :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-oleron-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to Do on \u00cele d\u2019Ol\u00e9ron? Our Complete Guide <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/what-to-do-on-the-ile-doleron-with-children-our-family-tested-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"81104\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Our ideas for family activities on the \u00cele d&#8217;Ol\u00e9ron<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/oleron-island-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most beautiful beaches on the island of Oleron<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/what-to-do-in-rochefort-with-children-our-ideas-for-family-outings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to do in Rochefort with children<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-la-rochelle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to do in La Rochelle Our ideas for visiting the city <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/ile-oleron-accommodation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to sleep on the island of Ol\u00e9ron? Our favorite accommodations <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to drop us a <strong>line<\/strong> below, to let us know if you&#8217;re planning this trip, to ask any questions you may have, here or on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pourquoipasnous_voyage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, we&#8217;ll be delighted to get back to you.  <\/p>\n<div style='text-align:right' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going boating is a must-do experience during your stay in La Rochelle. You&#8217;ll enjoy unforgettable views of the coastline, the mythical Fort Boyard and a stopover on one of the islands of the archipelago. We give you all the options and advice you need to make the most of your maritime getaway. 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