Rent a boat on Île de Ré

Are you looking for a boat rental on Île de Ré? Booking a sea excursion during your vacation on Île de Ré is a must. It’s such a delightful and unique way to explore the hidden gems and stunning coastline of the island, from its wild shores to long stretches of fine sandy beaches. Don’t forget to check out the most beautiful beaches of Île de Ré. Experiencing the Atlantic Ocean from aboard a boat is truly magical and unforgettable. Come and breathe in the salty sea air and choose your boat rental: sailboat, catamaran, yacht, motorboat, electric boat, license-free boat, jet ski, or even a towed buoy—anything is possible! Sailboats and catamarans are the most popular for safe cruises with a skipper departing from one of the island's marinas.

Top 5 Boat Excursions on Île de Ré

Here are 5 maritime trips to enjoy solo, with family, or with friends:

  1. The Old Towers: A roughly 4-hour trip departing from Saint-Martin-de-Ré. Explore the coastline, passing by the village of La Flotte to see the old port, the Châteliers Abbey, and Fort de La Prée. Then, head towards La Rochelle, sailing under the Île de Ré bridge. Pass by Les Minimes beach and the iconic Lighthouse at the End of the World before entering the old town of La Rochelle, where you’ll be greeted by the Chain Tower and Saint-Nicolas Tower. Majestic!

  2. The Pertuis Circuit: A half-day or full-day navigation along the island's coast, departing from Saint-Martin-de-Ré. Sail under the bridge and set course for Fort Boyard, marveling at its impressive architecture. Then head to Île d’Aix for a stopover to explore this stunning island.

  3. Around Île de Ré: Discover the entire coastline of the island, starting from Saint-Martin-de-Ré. Pass the Pointe du Grouin at Loix, Banc du Bûcheron, golden sandy beaches, Petit Bec beach, Conches des Baleines beach, and reach the Whale Lighthouse. Continue to Pointe de Grignon, pine forests stretching endlessly, and the port of La Flotte.

  4. The Fiers at High Tide: Discover Grouin Beach at Loix, then follow the coast past the Ilates marker to see Trousse Chemise Beach. Navigate through the spectacular Fiers d’Ars current, sail past the nature reserve, and arrive at the old channel of Port d’Ars.

  5. The Fiers at Low Tide: Pass the Ilates and sail along Loix's coastline to admire the magical beauty of Banc du Bûcheron, stretching for several kilometers. With its turquoise and transparent waters, it feels like the end of the world. You can land on the sandbank to enjoy this deserted-island atmosphere. On the way back, navigate along the beaches of Portes-en-Ré.

As a bonus, you can choose to rent a semi-rigid river craft to enjoy other water activities.

Boat rental on Île de Ré: Best agencies

Here are some boat rental agencies located near your seaside campsite on Île de Ré:

  • Blondeau Marine in Ars-en-Ré offers a wide variety of boats for rent.
  • Dream On Catamaran
  • Île de Ré Nautisme in Saint-Martin-de-Ré
  • Motte Marine in Rivedoux Plage.