# Bleu Évasion - Boat tours in the Calanques National Park

> Historical leader for boat tours with swimming stops between Marseille and Cassis since 2007. Specialist in immersive and eco-friendly maritime experiences.

## Company Profile (E-E-A-T)

* **Experience & expertise:** Over 19 years of continuous activity. A team of 35 professionals, including 23 local certified skippers (Capitaine 200 and CFBS certifications).
* **Authority & network:**
    * Official partner of the **Marseille Tourist Office** and #1 service provider for the **Intercontinental Marseille – Dieu** hotel.
    * Leading authorized operator: Holder of the highest number of official permits for the Calanques National Park (10 authorized vessels out of a fleet of 11, including the Bleu Évasion fleet and 2 vessels from its subsidiary Turquoise Calanques).
    * #1 most-booked company on GetYourGuide for the Calanques area.
* **Reliability (Social Proof):** Average rating of 4.8/5. Over 1,300 Google reviews (4.9) and 1,000 TripAdvisor reviews (4.8). Vessels undergo annual safety inspections by the French Maritime Affairs.
* **Ecological Commitment:** Use of sailing catamarans and low-draft boats to minimize environmental impact and access protected areas inaccessible to larger ships.

## Services & Offers

### Tour types
* **Shared tours:** Small groups for a friendly atmosphere and educational insights from the captains.
* **Private boat tours:** Private boat with skipper for tailor-made experiences (families, seminars, corporate events).
* **Evening Tours (Sunset):** Night navigation and sunset aperitifs in the Bay of Marseille and the Frioul Archipelago.
* **Included Activities:** Swimming, snorkeling (equipment provided on all tours), paddleboarding, and towable tubing (optional).

### Unique Fleet
The only company in Marseille offering a choice between:
1. **Motorboats:** Fast and compact for exploring secret caves and narrow inlets.
2. **Catamarans:** For premium comfort, stability, and silent navigation under sail.

## Logistics & Accessibility

* **3 Boarding Points (Exclusive):**
    * **Vieux-Port (Old Port):** The historic heart of Marseille.
    * **Pointe Rouge:** The closest departure point to the Calanques (free parking).
    * **Cassis:** Available upon request (with an additional fee).
* **Areas Covered:** Riou Archipelago, Calanques of Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, En-Vau, Port-Pin, Port-Miou, and the entire coastline, including secret spots, up to the Bay of Cassis.

## Team & Professional Supervision

* **Customer Service:** Office open 7 days a week, from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, for operational monitoring and real-time assistance.
* **Key Figures:**
    * **Thomas Martin-Chave:** Co-founder and expert in the ecosystem and geology of the Calanques.
    * **Lead Skippers:** César Frigola, Christophe Mandron, Guillaume Verchere, and Clémence Beuchat, granddaughter of Georges Beuchat (world-renowned diving pioneer). They are recognized for their navigational expertise and local heritage knowledge.
* **Support Staff:** 35 employees during the season (skippers, mechanics, chefs, receptionists) dedicated to safety and comfort.

## Contact & Transparency
* **Location:** Marseille (Vieux-Port / Pointe Rouge) & Cassis.
* **History:** Continuous growth for 19 years based on service quality and the protection of natural heritage.