Boat rental Aude

Want to venture out on the waters of the Etang de Bages? Then meet Pierre-Christophe, head of the Bateauthèque! This nautical leisure association provides all its members with a range of boats (dinghies, windsurfers, sea kayaks...) to get out on the water independently. To make sure you have a good time, the enthusiast will tell you all about his pond and check the weather conditions for your departure. In addition to boats, the association lends wetsuits, booties, waterproof bags and even bicycles.

Locaboat Holidays is the specialist in boat rental and river cruising since 1977. Inventor of the Pénichette®, Locaboat offers a homogeneous and high quality fleet of 380 boats departing from a wide choice of destinations. The comfort of the boats, the quality of the welcome and the local anchorage are its strong points.

These boats without licence will allow you to enjoy the Canal du Midi, its locks and medieval villages. For a few hours or a whole week, embark on a magical river cruise, and enjoy the nature that surrounds you.

Ideal to discover the heritage of the Aude from another point of view, with your toes in the air along the water. Accessible to all, no permit is required, except, of course, a bit of smart thinking! Whether you are two or twelve, each boat is adapted to your needs and desires. On board, a complete equipment will be waiting for you (furniture, dishes, household appliances, bed linen, kitchen utensils, life jackets...). You can book early or take advantage of "last minute" reservations to benefit from important discounts.

Ginestas is a charming town. Their website offers detailed information on the various cruising options available, as well as travel tips and booking contact details. Their base is in the picturesque hamlet of Le Somail, just 13 kilometers from Ginestas. To get there by car, you can take the N113 from Carcassonne and follow the signs to Le Somail. There are also several airports nearby, such as Béziers, Carcassonne, Perpignan, Toulouse, Nîmes and Montpellier, which are served by various airlines. Once in Le Somail, you can enjoy the beauty of the Canal du Midi and explore the surrounding area at your own pace.

Canalous are license-free cruising boats that let you glide along the water. Accessible to all, each boat is adapted to your needs and desires. On board, a full complement of equipment awaits you, and all you have to do is discover the "apology of slowness" and a relaxing vacation on the Canal du Midi, to the rhythm of the locks... For example, departing from Carcassonne: Weekend Carcassonne - Bram - Carcassonne: 48 km, 10 locks, 9 hours / Mini-week Carcassonne, Homps, Carcassonne: 80 km, 26 locks, 16 hours...

The Bateau Barbecue, a unique concept in Gruissan for the least original. Board your electric boat in the shape of a donut and sail to the island of birds at the entrance of the channel. But the pleasure will not stop there, you will have the possibility to enjoy (on board) a breakfast, an aperitif or a pleasant meal all around the barbecue! For the meals, 2 possibilities: you can order from GGB "seafood" or "aperitif" trays prepared by local restaurant owners, or you can bring your own. An experience to live

Nicols is a boat rental company that lets you sail the Canal du Midi on your own. Nicols invites you to cast off for a weekend or a few days. The good news is that you don't need any experience to steer the boats, which are very easy to use. During your outing, you'll discover the canal's heritage, the villages that line it, its locks... Head south to Narbonne and the gateway to the Mediterranean coast.