Atlantide Bandol

What Atlantide Bandol does

Atlantide Bandol is a French maritime tourism company founded in 1991 by Yves and Martine, headquartered at Quai de Gaulle in Bandol on the Côte d'Azur. The company operates scheduled sea excursions and event charters along the Var and Bouches-du-Rhône coastlines, serving individual tourists and families, couples seeking maritime wedding venues, corporate groups, and works councils/associations. Its customer footprint is concentrated in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, with departures from three ports anchored primarily at Bandol and Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer.

The core product is a fleet of seven vessels comprising four catamarans (Atlantide 1 through 4), semi-rigid boats, and the Aquascope, an 8-meter semi-submersible observation trimaran designed by naval architect Jacques Rougerie. The two newest vessels, Atlantide 3 and Atlantide 4, feature hybrid propulsion combining thermal engines (2 x 610 CV) with electric motors (2 x 41 KWS) and onboard solar generation (12 KWS/H on 11m²); Atlantide 4's hybrid project was co-financed by the European Union's React-EU COVID-19 recovery fund in 2022. Excursion offerings include 7- and 13-calanques tours (€36–€39), full-day Porquerolles trips (€49), High Quality Whale Watching-certified dolphin and whale excursions (€82), the 35-minute Aquascope experience (€19), and Évasions semi-rigid tours (€60–€129). The fleet holds Esprit Parc National labeling on calanques tours.

Revenue is generated primarily through per-ticket excursion sales and event charter bookings. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via an online booking platform (resa-atlantide.com), a physical ticket office at the Bandol marina, and phone reservations, with complementary channels including the Mariages.net wedding platform and a partnership with SNCF offering discounts to train travelers. Wedding receptions (over 200 couples served), corporate seminars, group meal cruises, and regatta tracking round out the event-services revenue stream. The company is founder-owned with eight employees, led by directors Yves, Martine, and Emmanuel, alongside a captain team including an associate-shareholder.

Name

Atlantide Bandol

Legal name

Atlantide

Website

https://atlantide1.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Atlantide Bandol is a French maritime tourism operator founded in 1991, running a 7-vessel fleet of catamarans, semi-rigides, and a Jacques Rougerie-designed semi-submersible from Bandol and Saint-Cyr, serving tourists, weddings, and corporate groups along the Côte d'Azur.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sea excursions and maritime tourism

NAICS

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (4872)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Small-Ship Expedition Cruises (Under ~500 Guests) (THAEADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Submarine & Glass-Bottom Boat Experiences (THAJAJAL), Cruise Yacht Charters (Private Crewed) (THAEADAG), Specialty-Themed Boutique Cruises (Culinary, Wellness, Diving, Culture) (THAEADAJ)

Keywords

• Sea excursions
• Boat tours
• Whale watching
• Maritime tourism
• Catamaran charters

Headquarters

HQ city

Bandol

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Excursion Tickets: Direct ticket sales for scheduled sea excursions including Calanques tours, Porquerolles day trips, dolphin and whale watching, Aquascope underwater exploration, and sunset cruises. Prices range from €19 to €129 per adult.
2. Private Event Charters: Full or partial ship privatization for weddings, corporate events, seminars, cocktails, association gatherings, and regatta following. Includes catering kitchen facilities and event planning services.
3. Group Packages: Specialized packages for CE/committees, coach operators, and associations including meal cruises with seated dining at quai followed by calanques excursion.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Atlantide Bandol operates a fleet of seven vessels out of Bandol and Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, offering guided sea excursions to the Calanques de Cassis/Marseille, full-day trips to Porquerolles, dolphin and whale watching, and Aquascope semi-submersible underwater observation. The company also provides full or partial ship privatization for weddings, corporate seminars, group meal cruises, regatta following, and gift cards for cruise experiences. Pricing ranges from €19 to €129 per adult, with discounted child rates and free admission for the youngest children.

Product overview

Atlantide Bandol operates a fleet of 7 vessels including four catamarans (Atlantide 1-4) and semi-rigid boats for marine tourism experiences departing from Bandol and Saint-Cyr. The fleet includes hybrid solar-powered vessels (Atlantide 3 and 4) and a Jacques Rougerie-designed semi-submersible Aquascope for underwater observation. Core tour offerings include Calanques de Cassis/Marseille promenades (7 or 13 calanques), full-day Porquerolles island trips, dolphin and whale watching excursions, and semi-rigid 'Évasion' experiences (half-day Calanques, full-day Sud, and sunset cruises). The company also provides event services including weddings (up to 110 guests), corporate events, group dining cruises, and regatta tracking. The fleet operates under 'Esprit Parc National' labeling and 'High Quality Whale Watching®' naturalist certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aquascope: Semi-submersible trimaran observation vessel designed by Jacques Rougerie, allowing 10 passengers to discover underwater marine life without getting wet.

Products and services

• Promenade des 7 calanques 3–4 hour guided boat tour from Cassis to the start of the Marseille calanques, with live captain commentary. Adult €36, Child (4–11) €26, free under 4. Esprit Parc National labeled when operated aboard Atlantide 3 & 4. Targeted at individual tourists and families exploring Calanques National Park.
• Promenade des 13 calanques 5–6 hour extended tour of both Cassis and Marseille calanques massifs, reaching Calanque de Sormiou and including Marseille's traditional cabanons. Adult €39, Child (4–11) €29, free under 4. Esprit Parc National labeled aboard Atlantide 3 & 4. For individual tourists and families wanting a deeper calanques experience.
• Journée à Porquerolles Full-day trip from Bandol to Porquerolles island in Port-Cros National Park. 09:00 departure, ~1.5-hour narrated crossing, six hours free time on the island, return 17:00 / arrival Bandol 18:30. Adult €49, Child (4–11) €39, free under 4. Targeted at individual tourists and families.
• Dauphins et Baleines (Dolphins & Whales) Full-day cetacean watching excursion off Cap Sicié, observing dolphins, whales, sperm whales, turtles, mobula rays and seabirds. Guided by High Quality Whale Watching® certified naturalists. Includes free photo gallery access and hydrophone audio. Adult €82, Child (4–11) €62, free under 4. Semi-rigide privatization available. For tourists seeking a wildlife-focused experience.
• Aquascope 35-minute underwater observation experience in an 8-meter Jacques Rougerie-designed semi-submersible trimaran with variable buoyancy and transparent hull. Up to 10 passengers discover posidonia seagrass meadows and Mediterranean marine life without getting wet. Adult €19, Child (1–9) €14, free under 1. Advance reservation strongly recommended. Targeted at tourists and families seeking an accessible underwater experience.
• Évasion Calanques (semi-rigide) Half-day semi-rigide boat excursion (morning 9:00–12:30 or afternoon 14:00–17:30) accessing confidential calanques inside the National Park. Includes swimming and snorkeling; masks and snorkels available on board. Adult €74, Child (4–11) €64. For individual tourists and families wanting a smaller-boat, more adventurous calanques experience.
• Évasion Sud (semi-rigide) Full-day semi-rigide excursion (9:00–17:30) combining dolphin and whale observation with High Quality Whale Watching captains and a stop at Porquerolles island. Adult €129, Child (4–11) €119. Premium combined wildlife-and-island experience for individual tourists and families.
• Évasion Sunset Evening sunset cruise (18:00–20:30) around the Embiez archipelago and Var calanques, with sunset viewing, disembarkation on Île du Grand Rouveau, and a local products aperitif. Adult €60, Child (4–11) €50. Targeted at tourists, couples and families seeking a relaxed evening maritime experience.
• Mariage à Bord (Weddings at Sea) Private wedding reception service on Atlantide 1's upper deck with a cruise to Baies du Soleil past Bendor island and Sanary's fishing port. Capacity up to 110 seated guests on Atlantide 4, with equipped kitchen, cold room and bar. Targeted at engaged couples seeking a distinctive maritime wedding venue; over 200 couples have hosted their wedding at Atlantide.
• Événements Privés (Private Events) Full or partial privatization of the Atlantide 1 catamaran for private day or evening events, with high-end custom services covering event planning, catering, decoration and entertainment recommendations. Targeted at individuals and families hosting birthdays, private parties and other private celebrations.
• Événement Entreprise (Corporate Events) Corporate event service for work meetings, cocktail parties, team-building/incentive days, workshops, gala evenings, product presentations and works council (CE) outings on privatized vessels. Targeted at corporate event planners and works councils seeking an original maritime venue with full catering.
• Repas-Croisière (Meal Cruise for CE, Coach Operators) Group meal-cruise package from 11:30 with onboard dining at the Bandol marina followed by a calanques excursion. Vessel is privatized for dining then reopened to individual customers from 13:30. Targeted at works councils (CE), associations and coach tour operators (autocaristes) needing a turnkey combined meal and excursion for groups.
• Suivi de Régates (Regatta Following) Regatta tracking and accompanying service backed by 25+ years of experience at major nautical events. Vessels provided for corporate visibility, VIP/journalist/photographer transport, and semi-rigide charter for small groups up to 12 passengers. Targeted at sailing event organizers and corporate sponsors.
• Carte Cadeau (Gift Card) Gift card allowing customers to purchase Atlantide cruise experiences as presents, sold through the online reservation platform resa-atlantide.com. Targeted at individual gift-givers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Electric navigation mode for wildlife observation significantly reduces acoustic disturbance to marine mammals
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SNCFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership offering 10% discount to customers presenting train tickets for sustainable travel combinations. Located at the maritime station of Bandol.
• Mariages.netminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWedding venue booking platform where Atlantide is featured as a unique wedding boat venue.
• High Quality Whale Watching OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification body providing naturalist crew training and certification for marine mammal observation tours.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Croisières Marseille Calanques: Direct competitor operating Calanques boat tours from Marseille and Cassis, offering similar 3-hour and full-day excursions with comparable pricing and target customers in the same French Riviera corridor.
• Bateaux de Marseille (Croisières): Major Marseille-based catamaran operator running Calanques tours, Frioul island visits, and event charters, overlapping directly with Atlantide's tour and event product set.
• Bleu Evasion: Hyères-based operator offering Porquerolles, Port-Cros, and sea excursion services that compete head-on with Atlantide's Porquerolles day trips and Embiez archipelago cruises.
• Suncap Company: Operates semi-rigide and boat tours to Porquerolles and the Hyères islands from the Var coast, overlapping with Atlantide's southern excursion and dolphin/whale watching routes.

Regional players

• Toulon Croisières: Toulon-based excursion operator offering harbor cruises, coastal tours, and whale watching — overlapping on cetacean observation routes and competing for the same regional tourist base.
• Bateliers de La Ciotat: La Ciotat-based boat tour operator running Calanques-area excursions just east of Bandol, serving a similar family and tourist customer base with comparable vessel types.

Emerging players

• Verdon Cruise: Smaller excursion operator running coastal and Calanques-region tours in the broader Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur market, overlapping with Atlantide on scenic passenger water transport.

Broad incumbents

• Ponant: France-based global luxury expedition cruise line that competes for high-end marine tourism demand in the Mediterranean; serves as a scaled-up aspirational peer for Atlantide's premium excursion positioning.
• Trans Côte d'Azur (Riviera Lines): Established coastal ferry and excursion operator running multiple routes along the French Riviera between Nice, Monaco, Saint-Tropez, and Cannes — a broader incumbent with overlapping passenger water transport services.

Others

• Calanques National Park (Parc National des Calanques): The regulatory authority that grants Atlantide's Esprit Parc National label and governs access rights to the Calanques — a key ecosystem counterparty rather than commercial peer, but central to Atlantide's operating model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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