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TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE
TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE

3 en-suite cabins

TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE
TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE

Two steering position

TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE
TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE

Terrace with deck lounge and built-in plancha grill

TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE
TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE

Bright living room with large U-shaped sofa and flat-screen TV/DVD player

TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE
TARPON 42 TRIO PRESTIGE

Access to the terrace via the living room

Your personalised offer – Tarpon 42 TP – 3 cab / 3 bath
📅 Du 23 au May 3, 2027 – 📍 Burgundy Nivernais – From Mailly Le Château to Mailly Le Château – 👤 4 people
🛥️ No licence required - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ideal for families / couples - 🐾 Pets welcome - 🎛️ Easy to handle

Tarpon 42 TP

No licence, no experience
Range Comfort Plus
Layout Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige
Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Outside Steering Position
Self-drive Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Sundeck at the Front and Rear
Self-drive Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Bow Thruster to facilitate maneuvres in Locks
Self-drive Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - ext 4
Self-drive Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - ext 5
Self-drive Canal Boat Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - ext 6
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Portside Rear Cabin with convertible Twin/Double Beds
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Lounge with Air Conditionning and Flat Screen
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Kitchen with Dish Washer and Coffee Machine
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Front Cabin with a Double Bed
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Bathroom with Electric Toilet
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige - Starboard Rear Cabin with Convertible Twin/Double Beds
6
Air cooler
Plancha
Two steering positions
Bow thruster
220 V converter
Flat-screen TV
Dishwasher
Electric toilets
Bimini Top

Comfort level :

8 people maximum

Boat deposit : €2,500

Bed linen (sheets and pillowcases) is provided, as well as towels and tea towels.
Important: For all boats, a minimum of 2 adults on board is required.

Please note : The locks are closed on 1 May.

  • 1 double bed cabin
  • 2 single/double beds cabins
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 3 wc
  • Length : 12.93m
  • Width : 4.20m
Audio equipment
  • LCD screen with DVD player
  • CD player/radio
  • MP3/USB
Outside
  • Outdoor dining terrace
  • Bimini/Sunshade
  • Deck shower
  • Plancha grill
Electricity
  • 12v socket (car lighter)
  • Converter 220 V (300 W Maxi)
  • 220V outlet if plugged in at the dock
Heating/cooling
  • Heating
  • Air freshener
Navigation
  • Inside steering position
  • Outside steering position
  • Bow thruster
Other
  • Electric toilets
  • Bed linen (sheets, pillowcases,...)
  • Bathroom linen
  • Blankets/duvets
Technique
  • Diesel engine
  • Bath ladder
Kitchen equipment
  • Fridge 180 L
  • Freezer
  • Oven/broiler
  • Gas cooking plate
  • Nespresso coffee machine
  • Tee towels
  • Extractor hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

Average : 4.4 étoiles 4.4/5 (based on 41 ratings)

Score Awarded

 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2026
"Very good boat."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2026
"Very good, I was surprised by the level of comfort."
 
5
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Jul 30, 2026
"It was perfect for our needs."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 18, 2026
"A little dated, but very functional!"
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Jul 20, 2026
"It was perfect!"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Jul 16, 2026
"Very well designed, but requires a little time to get used to the electrical system and navigating through locks. The sunshade is a little difficult to handle. The bow thruster is very effective."
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2026
"Very comfortable."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Jun 29, 2026
"Matched the photos, well equipped, and clean."
 
4
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on May 30, 2026
"Well laid out."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 18, 2026
"Very spacious and clean. Easy to handle."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 16, 2026
"Everything was in order and worked well."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Oct 8, 2025
"Good value for money overall, but the appliances are really outdated."
 
4
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2025
"Good, but a bit old-fashioned."
 
4
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2025
"Bien, mais un peu vieillot."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 15, 2025
"Clean interior and very nice for 6 people. Driving is a bit confusing (flat bottom)."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 22, 2025
"Very comfortable to live in and practical."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 11, 2025
"Very clean and well maintained (engine, electrics, etc.)."
 
4
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Jul 26, 2025
"Comfortable."
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 12, 2025
"Very comfortable. Some of the equipment may be a little outdated, but it works very well."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2025
"Pleasant and well thought."
 
3
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on May 24, 2025
"Very well designed."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 6, 2025
"Good but ageing."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 26, 2025
"Good boat. Small leak under a bed reported on the first day at Canalous/Digoin. No impact on the cruise."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Oct 12, 2024
"Very good, just needs a vegetable shredder."
 
3
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2024
"The layout is very good."
 
4
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 31, 2024
"Perfect."
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Jul 15, 2024
"We slept very well."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 4, 2024
"Very nice boat, perfect for 5 passengers."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Oct 30, 2023
"The boat was very good, spacious and very clean."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 18, 2022
"''We were upgraded and appreciated it very much.''"
 
4
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Jun 22, 2019
"auto-translation :''Functional, rather well arranged.''"
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 1, 2019
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable''"
 
4
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Sep 15, 2018
"auto-translation :'' Beautiful boat'"
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 1, 2018
"Very spacious"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 2, 2018
"auto-translation :''Comfortable''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017
"Boat layout was perfect for our needs. Everything that we needed was present. Some items missing but they were quickly replaced"
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 3, 2016
"auto-translation :''Pleasant, correct dimensions, very satisfactory equipment''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 18, 2016
"Overall size was good"
 
4
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Apr 9, 2016
"auto-translation :"Okay, that unlicensed boat was in line with expectations""
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 8, 2015
"auto-translation :"Very comfortable""
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on May 9, 2015
"auto-translation :"Great boat , comfortable, powerful and really well equipped""

Only the departure and arrival bases need to be confirmed at the time of booking. You don't have to choose a precise route now.
During your cruise, you can follow our suggested itinerary or create your own.

Vermenton
Clamecy
Corbigny

Mailly Le Château - Vermenton - Sardy-Lès-Epiry - Mailly Le Château

146 km - 72 locks - 34 h of navigation

Return cruise

⟶ Highlights of this cruise
  • Vermenton
  • Clamecy
  • Corbigny
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    Mailly Le Château - Vermenton - Sardy-Lès-Epiry - Mailly Le Château

    146 Km - 72 Locks - 34 h of navigation - 10 Nights

    From Mailly le château to Vermenton, 12 km, 6 Lock(s), 2.8 h of navigation

    Stopover : Mailly le château > Vermenton

    Vermenton

    It is worth the detour to access this small village; simply take the Vermenton turnoff, which follows the bed of the Cure river for 4km. This will allow you to discover the magnificent 10th century castle.

    From Vermenton to Mailly le château, 12 km, 6 Lock(s), 2.8 h of navigation

    Stopover : Vermenton > Mailly le château

    Vermenton

    It is worth the detour to access this small village; simply take the Vermenton turnoff, which follows the bed of the Cure river for 4km. This will allow you to discover the magnificent 10th century castle.

    From Mailly le château to Coulanges, 19 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation

    Stopover : Mailly le château > Châtel Censoir > Coulanges

    From Coulanges to Clamecy, 9 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.8 h of navigation

    Stopover : Coulanges > Clamecy

    Clamecy

    A number of striking landmarks can be seen in this beautiful little town, such as the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethéem, the Tower of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, the Millraces, and the House of Tisserand.

    From Clamecy to Tannay, 17 km, 8 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation

    Stopover : Clamecy > Tannay

    Clamecy

    A number of striking landmarks can be seen in this beautiful little town, such as the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethéem, the Tower of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, the Millraces, and the House of Tisserand.

    From Tannay to Corbigny, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

    Stopover : Tannay > Corbigny

    Corbigny

    This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

    From Corbigny to Tannay, 16 km, 10 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

    Stopover : Corbigny > Tannay

    Corbigny

    This old fortified medieval town is home to a former aldeman hotel, an old salt storehouse and the Abbaye Saint-Léonard.

    From Tannay to Clamecy, 17 km, 8 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation

    Stopover : Tannay > Clamecy

    Clamecy

    A number of striking landmarks can be seen in this beautiful little town, such as the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethéem, the Tower of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, the Millraces, and the House of Tisserand.

    From Clamecy to Châtel Censoir, 19 km, 9 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation

    Stopover : Clamecy > Coulanges > Châtel Censoir

    Clamecy

    A number of striking landmarks can be seen in this beautiful little town, such as the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethéem, the Tower of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, the Millraces, and the House of Tisserand.

    From Châtel Censoir to Mailly le château, 9 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.8 h of navigation

    Stopover : Châtel Censoir > Mailly le château
    Cancellation Insurance€254.28
    Cancellation due to illness, accident, hospitalisation and many other reasons !
    Interruption of cruises due to drought or flooding
    All passengers are insured
    To find out more, view our insurance documents
    The choice is compulsory
    My Extras
    Name Quantity Price per unit
    adjustment costs
    		€250.00
    adjustment costs
    		€50.00
    Bike
    		€70.00
    Child bike seat
    		€10.00
    Cleaning service
    		€180.00
    CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
    Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
    See conditions
    		€0.00
    Deposit Insurance CrisBoat
    Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
    See conditions
    		€271.00
    Free Cancellation Insurance
    		€0.00
    Pay In Full
    		€0.00
    Pet
    		€80.00
    Return transfer by taxi with CrisBoat (6 people max)
    		€0.00
    Skipper
    		€0.00
    Supplement
    		€100.00
    Unlimited prepaid fuel
    		€0.00
    Waterways Map
    		€44.00
    Name Quantity Price per unit
    Child Bike
    		€70.00
    Liberty Pack

    This package includes unlimited fuel, the rental of 1 bike, the final cleaning of the boat (inside and outside), and the Deposit Insurance. We recommend booking this package if you plan to cruise more than 5 hours per day.
    		€1,292.00
    Special Guide
    		€0.00
    Special Insurance
    		€0.00

    Customer reviews for CrisBoat

      The price of your charter includes

      • The rental of the boat
      • Fittings: equipment necessary for navigation
      • Crockery: in sufficient quantity for the number of passengers on board
      • Bedding*: sheets, blankets or duvets, pillows and pillow cases
      • Boat insurance
      • Navigation instruction and delivery of the yacht's card
      • Breakdown assistance available 7/7 during the base's opening hours
      • The navigation toll
      • A 13 kg gas bottle

      * Beds made up on certain boats in the 5 star range

       

      The price of your rental does not include

      • Cancellation insurance
      • Navigation guide
      • One way supplement
      • Deposit redemption insurance
      • The cleaning package
      • Cleaning kits, kitchen linen, towels**.
      • Deposit of 780 € to 3 250 €, depending on the boat
      • The navigation package. This includes all consumables used during your stay (engine oil, fuel, gas, etc.), payable locally based on your actual consumption.
        👉 On average, expect around €300 to €450 for a week (or proportionally less for a shorter stay).

      ** Included on some boats

    The locks are automatic or electric and most are manned by lock-keepers.

    The locks are closed the 1st of May and the 1st of November.

    The locks are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and are closed for lunch between 12 and 1 p.m..

    On the Canal du Nivernais, there is a ladder of 16 consecutive locks: the locks of Sardy.


    • From 22 July 2026: the Canal Latéral à la Loire is closed between La Besbre Lock (PK 29, near Dompierre-sur-Besbre) and Maimbray Lock (PK 182, near Belleville-sur-Loire) until April 2027 due to insufficient water resources.
    • From 31 July 2026: the Canal du Centre is closed until further notice due to insufficient water resources.
    • From 16 August 2026: the Briare Canal is closed until further notice due to insufficient water resources.

     

    1° The boat

    Yes, on every boats. There will be an additional charge.

    Sheets are provided on all boats. Towels and tea towels are provided on many boats, otherwise it is possible to rent them on site by pre-booking and paying for them on the day of departure.

    The dual steering position (inside and outside) with a terrace, the bow thruster (available on boats over 10 m), and the electric toilets (present on almost all boats) are all very useful for a successful cruise.
    On some Comfort and Premium boats, you will also find a microwave, a bimini (retractable sun canopy), and an air conditioning/air cooling system, which can also be very pleasant.
    On licence-free boats, the air-conditioning system can lower the interior temperature by up to 10 °C below the outside temperature (note: the performance of the air conditioning decreases significantly if the canal or river water temperature is too high, for example during heatwaves).

    No. The engine hour meter (same as a car meter, but in operating hour) is read on the day of departure, as well as on the return trip. You will then pay the motor hours used x boat navigation rate (the rate may vary depending on the boat), unless you have opted for a Package including the prepaid naviagtion rate

    Yes, on all boats. However, bring a rather long extension cord, because most of the time the plug will be located on the boat's inner dashboard (on the fleet Vision, Royal Mystique, Estivale Octo Fly and Horizon, there is a 220 V socket in each cabin) and if necessary plan to rent a 12v->220 v converter, if the boat is not equipped. Teh boat battery capacity may be limited, try as much as possible to moor on a dock equipped with power terminal.

    No, Wi-Fi is not available on board the boats. However, a 4G key is available as an option if required.

    No, household products are not provided. Please bring them with you and use eco-friendly, bleach-free products.

    2° The Cruise

    It should be noted that all regions are accessible to novices, except the Lot, which requires some navigation skills. The choice is made according to your desires and the region you want to discover. 

     

    Once you have chosen the region, you must choose between a round trip cruise (return to the starting point) or a one-way trip (you drop the boat off at another base). It should be noted that a one-way ticket is only possible for cruises of at least one week and involves costs: one-way supplement (between €100 and €200) + if necessary, transfer of the vehicle (between €100 and €300). About 

    90% of the rentals are made on a round-trip cruise.

    3° Navigation

     It depends on the waterways. Generally speaking, on canals, there is no problem to moor in the middle of nature, however on most rivers, this is either impossible or inadvisable.

    Yes, without any problem. In 2023, 63% of our customers rented a licence free boat for the first time.

     Depending on the number of boats, it takes between 20 min and 30 min (excluding waiting time in July/August on the Canal du Midi).

    No. However, it is strongly recommended for children who do not know how to swim or for parents' first experience of navigation.

     Between 6 km/h and 10 km/h, depending on the current and wind.

    You can navigate from sunrise to sunset. However, when there are lock keepers (which is the case on most waterways), you will be limited to the working hours of the lock keepers, which vary throughout the season.

    • Low season: from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm (depending on the region)
    • High season: from 8:30 to 12:30 and from 13:30 to 19:00 (depending on the region)

    You can order the waterways guide when booking your cruise. In this guide you will find all the information you need to prepare your cruise (locks, shops,...). If you do not have that guide, the base will lend you one on the day of departure.

    Depending on the number of locks and the season, you will navigate on average of 5 to 7 hours per day, i.e. between 25km and 40km per day.

    On the day of departure, the appointment is set at 4pm. You can arrive a little earlier, around 3pm, if the boat is ready and the staff is available, you can leave a little earlier. Between your arrival and departure, it takes about 2 hours (administrative formalities, introduction to navigation and loading of the boat).

    Drop off is at 9am on the last day (except on certain bases, where the weekend return is made on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning). If you wish to free the boat earlier (for example on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning), you must inform the base on the day of departure.

    4° Supplement

    You can take out cancellation insurance, which covers the booking and all passengers. The conditions are available on this link. 

     

    You can also buy back the deposit. Depending on the boat, it is a partial redemption or the guarantee insurance (cruise insurance plus).

    There is no diesel station on the banks of rivers and canals. You will therefore not be able to refuel the boat. You generally have an autonomy of 2 weeks. 

     

    On the day of departure, you leave with a full tank and the base reads the hour meter on the boat's engine. On return, the base reads the counter again and you set the number of hours of navigation x the boat's navigation package. 

    Follow this link to get the cancellation insurance conditions.

    This depends on the region and the place of navigation. Generally speaking, in France, only river-sea ports (Camargue in particular) charge a fee, as well as certain marinas offering all services (showers, electricity, water). In Scotland, Italy and Canada, you will be asked to pay a flat fee to cover these costs when you book.

    Yes, you can either hire bikes from the base or take your own. Don't forget the anti-theft devices and helmets for children under 12.

    Only the fuel costs (navigation package) and the mooring costs (certain regions only) are compulsory. The other supplements are only non-compulsory options (bicycles, gas barbecue, cleaning package, deposit repurchase, etc.).


    On the day of departure, the base will ask you to pay a non-cash deposit by cheque (only possible in France), by credit card (in this case, remember to raise your credit card limit) or in cash. This deposit will be returned to you on your return, if no damage is found.

    You can park your car in the street near the base (free of charge in most cases) or if the base has a private car park (which is the case at most bases). In this case, you will be charged between €40 and €55 per week, depending on the base.

    5° Activities

    Yes, but you will need to get a fishing card, in a specialized store or via this link. 

    In most cases, it is either not recommended or prohibited to swim in the canals. The most suitable regions for swimming are Camargue, Le Lot , the Mayenne, the Petite Saône and the Charente.

    In Camargue, you will navigate very close to the Mediterranean and you can go swimming directly in the sea in many places.

    6° The crew

    Yes, without any problem. On the day of departure, the base will provide life jackets adapted for the youngest.

    It is strongly recommended that younger children are systematically equipped with them when they are outside. We also advise you to opt for boats with a footboard terrace at the back of the boat, such as the fleet Estivale, Sedan, Elegance and Horizon.

    It is necessary to have at least 2 adults on board.

    7° The booking

    To confirm your booking, you must pay 50% of the rental price, the balance will be requested 6 weeks before departure. You will automatically receive a reminder email with payment terms and conditions.

    Yes, you can choose to pay either by credit card or by bank transfer. 

    Yes, you can find out about all our gift cards by following this link: https://www.capcadeau.com/cris-boat.

    Overview of your cruise

    Mailly Le Château Friday Apr 23, 2027 at 3pm
    Mailly Le Château Monday May 3, 2027 at 9am
    Rental price :
    €5,763.00
    Discounted price :
    €4,238.00
    By booking now, you save €1,525.00
    Cancellation insurance :
    €0.00
    Total supplements :
    €0.00
    Total due :
    €4,238.00

    From €530 / person

    Deposit to be paid on booking :
    €2,119.00
    Fuel :
    Approx. €670 to pay at the end of the stay
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