Hiking, biking, kayaking, and swimming up sum up the Esterel’s simple pleasures. In Théole-sur-Mer, Bat-Ski (www.batski.fr, tel. 04-93-75-02-39), rents kayaks and paddleboards from 12€ per hour on the beach. In Théole's port, Centre de Plongée (www.centre-plongee-rague.com, tel. 04-93-49-74-33) explores the local sea life from 45€ per dive.

Agay has even more to offer. Scuba trips to the mysterious Ile d’Or, a private island teaming with fish, are operated by Diving Centre Ile d’Or (www.dive.fr, tel. 04-94-82-73-67) for 30€ per dive. Visitors may bob around the bay on their own rented boat (no license required) with Bateau Loc (ww.bateauloc.com; tel. 06-69-07-86-51) for 200€ per day. Kayaks weigh in at an altogether cheaper 15€ per hour. Esterel Adventure (www.esterel-aventure.com; tel. 04-94-40-83-83) offers mountain bike hire from 20€ per day, as well as organizing guided hikes.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.