Join IFMGA-certified mountain guide Maxence on a rock climbing trip that includes an evening above the Mediterranean Sea in the beautiful Calanques of France.
Private
1 Day
All year
High
Beginner
The Massif des Calanques (or Calanques) in the south of France, located along the coast from Marseille to Cassis, is a rock climbing paradise. The small massif predominantly made of limestone overlooks the Mediterranean Sea, combining the highest levels of aesthetics with fun and exciting fitness.
It´s location makes it easily accessible from Marseille, and is a popular destination for worldwide travelers. Each section of the Calanques has its own unique formation, its own crevices, and its own secret delights. There are many great climbing spots along the massif.
Our program in the Calanques will focus on giving you an unforgettable climbing day that is followed by a charming evening between the sea and the sky. Wake up to the waves below, allowing the sound of the Mediterranean to coax you out of bed. It is a serene environment that gives you an adrenaline rush from such a rare and fulfilling experience.
Let me manage everything up for you – I will set up the logistics, including preparing the portaledge, so you can spend the night along the gorgeous cliffs. Of course, you will have ample opportunity to climb these walls, as well. There are routes for everyone, from beginner pitches to advanced climbs.
The south of France is my home, and I am always excited to help others learn about the Calanques. I can ensure a safe and satisfying way to complete an exciting and adventurous activity. There are many great places to hang for the night, so let me know what you are looking for and we can set up a trip designed for you.
This program is great for tourists and travelers who are looking for something a little more special from their adventure. Any climbing experience is helpful, but the main highlight of the program is an evening beneath the stars above the crashing Mediterranean waves.
Book this AMAZING climbing program NOW and hang out along the Calanques and the Mediterranean Sea!
I can also take you to Sainte-Victoire for a rock climbing day! Or we can stick to the Calanques and climb the cliffs on a Sans Retour traverse!
4.9
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Mountain Guide
Even as a kid, I knew I wanted to become a mountain guide. Growing up in Aix-en-Provence, in southern France, the Alps have been my playground since a very young age. Amazing climbing spots like the Calanques and Gorges du Verdon were just a stone throw's away from my hometown.
Eventually, I also became an architect, another long-time passion. As an architect, I lived in New York, Barcelona and Rotterdam and learned to speak fluent English and Spanish. I also met great people and had an amazing time while doing it!
I'm now back home in France and spend most of my time guiding in the Alps. I'll be happy to take you rock climbing, skiing or mountaineering to some of my favorite spots.
Languages
French | English
Certificates
SNGM | IVBV | UIAGM | IFMGA
Man
Climbing with guide Guillaume was absolutely a highlight of my 2-week Europe vacation. Originally, we were planning on climbing in the Calanques, but the park was closed due to wind and fire danger. Guillaume chose another amazing location (Pic de Bretagne) based on my climbing abilities and preferences and kindly offered train station pick-up and hotel drop off, which I appreciated very much. The multi-pitch route we did was not only fun but also the right amount of challenge, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The communication from the team (Gauthier) was prompt and clear—highly recommend!
Maxine
Luis Silva was a great climbing guide and belayer! He taught me how to do moves that were difficult and encouraged me to try routes that were challenging for me! Because of his encouragement, I managed to complete these routes! I really enjoyed the climbs and completed 8 routes in the Sesimbra/Azoia area. The weather was perfect, no direct sun and cool enough to enjoy the climbs. Explore-Share made booking an outdoor climbing experience in Lisbon extremely easy. Luis, our guide, was fantastic, and the platform’s organization was flawless.
Valeriya
You’re simply the best!!! :))) Explore-Share made everything easy and stress-free. Will definitely use again.
Joshua
We had Léo as a guide for our day climb in Fonty. We were blessed with a knowledgeable, warm, and instructive guide. Communication with Léo and Ivan was smooth and swift. Explore-Share was excellent in arranging everything for our day climb. The communication was quick, and the platform was easy to use, making our adventure stress-free.
Cami
Patrick was a great guide. He took us on an intermediate Via Ferrata at Passo Sella. Renato was quick to respond with any outreach on the Explore-Share platform. The booking process was straightforward, and once Patrick was confirmed, all went well. It was a wonderful experience, and I’d highly recommend the platform.
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