Charter from the French Riviera
Private Yacht Charter in Cannes — Your Riviera, Your Route
Choose from day boats to 40-metre-plus superyachts, each crewed with skipper and hostess, and cruise to the Lérins Islands or Monaco within hours.
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From quiet day-boats to staffed superyachts.
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Sunseeker
Sunseeker Predator 68
Sunseeker Predator 68 — 20m
- 20m
- 12 guests
- 2 cabins
from €4,800/day Contact
Azimut
Azimut 116
Twelve guests, five cabins, the Lérins at sunrise
- 36m
- 12 guests
- 5 cabins
from €5,000/day View →
Concierge
What Sets Our Brokerage Apart
Hand-Inspected, Curated Fleet
Every vessel — from 10-metre day boats to 45-metre motor yachts — is surveyed by our team before it joins the charter roster at the Vieux Port.
Local Brokers Based in Cannes
Our advisors live and work on this coastline year-round, so they know which anchorages off Île Saint-Honorat are sheltered and which restaurants require a tender reservation.
Full Concierge from Dock to Table
Airport transfers from Nice–Côte d'Azur in under 35 minutes, onboard provisioning, private chefs, water-toy packages and dedicated kids' gear — arranged before you board.
Transparent Day-Rate Pricing
You receive a single quote covering the charter fee, APA for fuel and port costs, and crew gratuity guidance — no surcharges surface mid-voyage off the Estérel coast.
Round-the-Clock On-Trip Support
A dedicated coordinator monitors your itinerary 24 hours a day, ready to rebook a berth in Antibes or arrange a last-minute shore excursion within minutes.
France
Why Charter a Yacht in Cannes
Cannes sits at the centre of the western Riviera's finest cruising grounds. The Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto together berth several hundred charter vessels from April through October, making this one of the Mediterranean's most active embarkation points. Within 12 nautical miles you can anchor off Île Sainte-Marguerite, lunch at a waterfront table in Antibes or swim beneath the red porphyry cliffs of the Massif de l'Estérel. Push east for 30 nautical miles and you reach Monaco — a comfortable half-day passage in settled conditions.
Most yacht rentals here fall between 12 and 35 metres: open day boats for coastal sprints, flybridge motor yachts for family weeks, and sailing cats for quieter passages. Med mooring stern-to is standard in every port from Saint-Tropez to Villefranche, so your crew handles lines and passerelle while you step ashore. Summer swell rarely exceeds half a metre inside the Golfe de la Napoule, which keeps tender transfers smooth. Ashore, the Marché Forville supplies the morning's produce — your onboard chef can provision there before cast-off.
A private boat charter from this stretch of coast suits couples marking an anniversary, multi-generational families who need flexible cabin layouts, and corporate hosts entertaining during the Cannes Lions or MIPIM conferences. Consider a three-day loop: depart the Vieux Port, overnight in the Îles de Lérins, then cruise to Saint-Tropez before returning via the Corniche de l'Estérel. Our brokers shape every itinerary around tide, wind and your guest list — contact us to start planning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A quick read of what most charter clients ask before booking.
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How much does a yacht charter in Cannes cost?
Day rates vary widely depending on vessel size and season. A crewed 15-metre motor yacht typically starts at a different price point than a 40-metre superyacht. We quote a single day rate plus an advance provisioning allowance that covers fuel and port fees. Contact our brokers for a figure tailored to your dates and preferred cruising area around the Lérins Islands.
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What is included in a Cannes yacht rental?
Every charter includes a professional skipper, fuel within the APA budget, port charges, bed linen and towels. Most vessels above 20 metres also carry a hostess and a tender. Extras such as a private chef, water-toy packages or provisioning from Marché Forville can be arranged before departure at a transparent additional cost.
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How many guests can a charter yacht in Cannes carry?
On a day cruise, French maritime rules allow more guests than the overnight cabin limit. A 20-metre motor yacht may welcome up to 12 passengers for a daytime trip to Île Sainte-Marguerite but sleep only 8 in four cabins. Our brokers confirm exact capacities for each vessel so your group size is never a problem.
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When is the best season to hire a yacht in Cannes?
Peak season runs from June through September, when sea temperatures reach 24 °C and the Mistral is least frequent. May and October offer quieter anchorages near Cap d'Antibes and lower charter rates. Event weeks — the Film Festival in May, the Cannes Lions in June — book out months ahead, so early enquiries are wise.
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Can I book a last-minute yacht charter in Cannes?
Yes. During shoulder months we can often confirm a crewed vessel within 48 hours. July and August availability tightens quickly, but cancellations do free up boats — sometimes as late as the same week. Call our Vieux Port office directly for the fastest turnaround on last-minute requests along the Riviera.
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What is the cancellation policy for a Cannes charter?
Cancellation terms differ by vessel owner and booking window. Most contracts use a tiered structure where refund percentages decrease as the departure date approaches. We walk you through every clause before you sign. Speak with your dedicated broker to understand the specific terms tied to your chosen yacht and travel dates.
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Do I need a licence to rent a yacht in Cannes?
No licence is required when you book a crewed charter. Your skipper holds all mandatory French certifications and manages navigation, mooring and customs if you cross into Monaco or Italy. You simply board at Port Pierre Canto or the Vieux Port and enjoy the voyage while the crew handles every operational detail.