Yacht Charter in Cannes — From Compact Day Boats to 50 m Superyachts

Our fleet of 37 vessels ranges from compact day boats — such as the 10 m Riva Aquariva — through 20 m sport yachts like the Sunseeker Predator 68 and Tecnomar Lamborghini 63, up to fully crewed superyachts including the 50 m Feadship Emerald and 40 m Benetti Oasis 40. Whether you need a nimble boat for a half-day at the Lérins islands or a large motor yacht for a multi-day cruise toward Monaco, we match the vessel to your group size, route and occasion.

Charter pricing typically follows a day-rate or weekly-rate model. The base rate covers the yacht and crew. On top of that, an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is collected before departure to cover fuel, food, beverages, port fees and any extras. A short return trip to the Lérins islands burns relatively little fuel, so the APA stays modest. A full-day run east toward Monaco — roughly 56 km each way — adds significantly to fuel costs. We outline the expected APA range for your chosen route before you commit, so there are no surprises.

For charters during the Cannes Film Festival in May, booking three to six months ahead is realistic — berths at Port Canto fill early and vessel demand spikes across the bay. Peak summer months from June through August also warrant early planning, particularly for larger crewed yachts. Outside those windows — October's quieter weeks around MIPCOM, or the mild days between November and April — shorter lead times are often possible depending on vessel availability.

Yes. The waters between Cannes and the Lérins islands are sheltered and typically calm, which makes them well suited to families. Île Sainte-Marguerite and Île Saint-Honorat sit roughly fifteen minutes offshore, so transit time is short and children can be swimming at anchor before they lose patience. Half-day formats work well for younger families. When you enquire, let us know the ages of your children so we can recommend vessels with appropriate deck layouts and safety provisions.

June through September is the core season — long days, warm water, reliable weather. July and August bring the most traffic; if you're heading to the Lérins anchorages, an early-morning departure helps you secure a good spot before midday crowds arrive. October offers golden light, uncrowded bays and events like MIPCOM for those mixing business with time on the water. Winter months are quieter and cooler, with occasional Mistral winds, but mild sunny days still allow comfortable coastal cruising along the Esterel or toward Théoule-sur-Mer.

Absolutely. Cannes sits midway along the western Riviera, which makes it a natural starting point for longer routes. Eastward, you can cruise past Cap d'Antibes and Nice to reach Monaco in a full day aboard a larger yacht — with a pre-arranged berth at Port Hercule for an overnight stay. Westward, the red Esterel cliffs and the quieter anchorages around Théoule-sur-Mer open up within an hour. Provisioning is straightforward: Marché Forville near the Vieux-Port supplies fresh produce, and Port Canto has fuel and chandlery facilities. We help plan provisioning, route timing and any overnight logistics before departure.

Day charters on most vessels accommodate up to twelve guests, which is the standard regulatory limit for commercially coded yachts under way. Sleeping capacity is a separate figure and varies widely — a 20 m motor yacht may have two or three guest cabins, while a 50 m superyacht offers considerably more. If you're hosting a larger group for a corporate lunch at anchor or a sunset cruise in the Baie de Cannes, let us know your numbers early so we can match you to a yacht with the right deck space and cabin count.