Is a catamaran or speedboat better for families?

A catamaran is usually better for families with young children or older guests because the deck is spacious, stable, and shaded. A speedboat is exciting but bumpier and better suited to confident swimmers and teenagers.

Do catamaran and speedboat tours visit the same places?

Both tours visit the GRSE waterfall and Ile aux Cerfs. The speedboat also serves its BBQ lunch on Ile aux Margénie and can reach snorkeling spots faster. The catamaran spends more time sailing and relaxing on deck.

Which is cheaper: catamaran or speedboat?

Shared speedboat tours often start at a lower per-person price, while catamarans cost slightly more because of the larger vessel and longer sailing time. Our speedboat tour starts at €40 and the catamaran at €50 per adult.

Ile aux Cerfs Catamaran · Updated July 2026

Catamaran vs Speedboat to Ile aux Cerfs

Both tours reach paradise. The right choice depends on your group's pace, budget, and sense of adventure.

Feature	Catamaran Cruise	Speedboat Tour
Price (adult)	€50	€40
Pace	Relaxed sailing	Fast & direct
Deck space	Large, shaded, sun nets	Compact, open
Stability	Very stable	Bouncier
Best for	Families, couples, non-swimmers	Adventurers, confident swimmers
BBQ location	On board the catamaran	Beach at Ile aux Margénie
GRSE waterfall	Yes, river excursion	Yes, viewing stop
Snorkeling time	Moderate	More time at reefs
Free time on Ile aux Cerfs	~2 hours	~1.5–2 hours
Dolphin watching	Possible	Higher chance on 5 islands tour

Choose the catamaran if…

You want shade, space, and a stable platform for lunch.
You are travelling with young children or older guests.
You love sunbathing on deck nets and watching the lagoon drift by.
You prefer a slower, more social atmosphere.

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Choose the speedboat if…

You want adrenaline and the feeling of flying over the water.
You want to spend more time snorkeling and less time sailing.
You prefer a beach BBQ on a quiet island.
You are comfortable with a faster, bumpier ride.

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The best of both worlds: 5 islands tour

If you cannot decide, the 5 Islands Tour combines speedboat-style island hopping with snorkeling, dolphin watching, and a beach BBQ. It is the most comprehensive day trip on the east coast.