At the new port, just before the breakwater, La Pouncho awaits. A wooden boat unlike the rest, no glass cutting you off from the open water. Here you feel the sea air, hear the hull slapping gently against the waves.
The trip lasts an hour. Time enough to skirt the baie des Canoubiers, pass in front of villas hiding behind umbrella pines, listen to the crew's commentary. No pre-recorded soundtrack. Live stories, with humour, sometimes a touch of irony. They talk about the Gendarme movie shoots, discreet owners, the history of the coves.
Reviews are unanimous: solid value, relaxed atmosphere, far from the Tropezian circus. Kids enjoy it, parents too. You can board without booking, but peak season, better plan ahead.
A simple way to see Saint-Tropez from the sea. No fuss, no frills. Just the gulf, a boat with character, and a crew who know how to tell the story of their village.
