Looking to organize an event that stands out from the ordinary? Instead of booking a function room, why not take your guests out on the water — a sea cruise or a trip along the Caen canal?

Privatize Les Vedettes Caennaises and turn any occasion, professional or personal, into a one-of-a-kind experience.

Want to Privatize Les Vedettes Caennaises?
A subsidiary of the CCI Caen Normandie, the maritime company Les Vedettes Caennaises has been offering guided boat trips along the canal, sea, and Calvados coastline since April 2026. Beyond its excursions open to all, it also makes its fleet available for fully private outings, tailored to your wishes, your budget, and your number of guests.

A privatized boat means:

a unique setting, far from traditional reception venues;
a friendly atmosphere, whether for a small gathering or a larger group;
an ever-changing backdrop: the urban canal, the Orne estuary, the Côte de Nacre, or the Côte Fleurie;
commentary in French and English to enrich the journey, if you wish.

A Fleet Suited to Every Type of Event

The fleet is made up of three vessels: Le Riva-Bella, Le Calix, and Le Courlis. Comfortable and safe, they allow the experience to be tailored to the format you’re after — from an intimate outing among friends to an event bringing together several dozen guests.

What Occasions Call for a Private Boat?

For businesses

Corporate seminars and executive committee meetings
Team building and team cohesion outings
Works council events and client events
Cocktail receptions and professional gatherings at sea

For individuals

Birthdays and bachelor/bachelorette parties
Boat drinks with friends
Sunset cruises
Weddings and family celebrations

How to Organize Your Private Event?

1 – Define your project: number of guests, preferred date, type of occasion.
2 – Contact us for a personalized quote, tailored to your budget and desired cruising time.
3 – Choose your route: the canal, the sea, or a custom itinerary.
4 – Board and enjoy an exclusive, one-of-a-kind moment.

FAQ: Private Boat Charters

Private charters can accommodate groups of varying sizes, from a small gathering to an event with several dozen guests, depending on the vessel chosen.

Yes, the “sunset cruise” package is one of the experiences on offer, particularly along the Côte Fleurie.

Yes, commentary in French and English can enrich the journey if you wish — or your event can take place in complete privacy, with no narrated commentary.

Depending on the chosen route, boarding takes place from the Presqu’île de Caen, Pegasus Bridge, or the outer harbor of Ouistreham.