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Yacht Charter in France
Luxury Yacht Charter Across the French Riviera and Corsica
A French yacht charter represents the pinnacle of Mediterranean luxury yachting. From the glamour of the French Riviera to the wild beauty of Corsica, France offers an unmatched blend of sophistication, world-class infrastructure, and iconic cruising grounds.
Guests experience legendary ports, prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco’s casinos, refined cuisine, and pristine anchorages—all supported by Europe’s most developed yachting services and transformed into a bespoke, uninterrupted voyage designed around your desires.
SAMURAI
Guest: 12
Cabins: 6
Crew: 15
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MOKA
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
Crew: 9
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EMOCEAN
Guest: 12
Cabins: 5
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CHARADE
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
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OKKO
Guest: 12
Cabins: 5
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ESMERALDA OF THE SEAS
Guest: 11
Cabins: 5
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NALANI
Guest: 10
Cabins: 5
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LUCKY
Guest: 8
Cabins: 4
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REVE BLEU
Guest: 8
Cabins: 4
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BLACK RAPTOR
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Why France Sets the Mediterranean Standard
Few coastlines combine this much glamour with this much infrastructure, and that pairing is why France holds its place at the top of the charter calendar. The ports are among the best equipped in the Mediterranean, the airports are minutes away, and the standard of service ashore matches what guests expect onboard — so a week here runs on your schedule rather than the coast’s. And when the Riviera’s pace is more than you want, Corsica is a crossing away, with a wilder and quieter character entirely:
✔ Home to the Mediterranean’s most iconic ports
✔ Exceptional marinas for superyachts and megayachts
✔ Legendary beach clubs, dining and nightlife
✔ Easy access via international airports
✔ Ideal for short luxury breaks or extended itineraries
✔ Perfect for events, cruising and high-profile charters
A luxury yacht charter in France is ideal for guests seeking glamour, efficiency and elite-level service.
Deciding between the French Riviera’s four main ports? See our full comparison of St Tropez, Cannes, Monaco and Nice.
YBH Charter Expert Insight – “What separates a good Riviera week from a great one is rarely the yacht — it’s whether the captain knows the coast. The anchorage that empties out by late afternoon, the harbor office you call the day before, the beach club that will find you a table on a Saturday in August. That knowledge is why I look as closely at the crew I propose as at the boat itself.” — Giulia Di Leo, CEO & Founder, Your Boat Holiday
Top Yacht Charter Regions in France
France’s two cruising regions could hardly be less alike. The French Riviera is the more social of the two: St Tropez‘s beach clubs, Monaco‘s harbour and casinos, Cannes with its festival calendar and the Îles de Lérins just offshore, plus quieter stops at Antibes, Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer for guests who want the coast without the crowd. Corsica, a crossing to the south, offers the opposite — granite coves that few roads reach, and Bonifacio’s old town on its cliff edge. Most guests choose one for a week; guests with ten to fourteen days often link the two.
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French Riviera
The epicentre of Mediterranean luxury, events and lifestyle cruising.
➡️ French Riviera yacht charter
Corsica
A rugged and authentic island offering wild coastlines and clear waters.
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Sample Itineraries: French Riviera to Corsica
France rewards thoughtful cruising design, where each route feels purpose‑built. Imagine starting in Nice, cruising to Cannes for a private beach club dinner, then anchoring off Saint‑Tropez for sunset cocktails.
French Riviera Highlights (5–7 days)
Monaco – Cannes – Îles de Lérins – Saint-Tropez
The classic Riviera week: Monaco’s harbor, Cannes and its islands, and a finish in Saint-Tropez. It’s the route most first-time Riviera guests choose, and it works just as well as a long weekend.
Riviera to Corsica (10–14 days)
French Riviera – Bonifacio – Ajaccio – Calvi
For guests who want both coasts: the Riviera’s glamour first, then an open-water crossing to Bonifacio’s cliffs and Corsica’s quieter west coast. The change of pace between the two halves is the point of the route.
Event-Focused Charter
Base in Cannes or Monaco during major international events
Built around a fixed date — a festival, a Grand Prix weekend or a yacht show — with the yacht based in Cannes or Monaco and the rest of the week planned around it. Berths for these weeks are committed months ahead, so the date comes first and the yacht second.
Explore in depth: 7-Day St Tropez to Portofino · Catamaran Charter Along the French Riviera · Provence to Occitanie from Marseille
For guests extending their trip beyond France: French Riviera and Sardinia in One Holiday · 9-Day Cannes to Naples · 10-Day Nice to Rome · Cannes to Bodrum, 21 Days
(All itineraries are fully customizable)
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Best Places & Yacht Experiences in France
France offers two remarkably different Mediterranean yacht charter experiences. Along the French Riviera, legendary ports such as Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Antibes, Nice and Monaco combine world-class marinas, beach clubs, dining and events within remarkably short cruising distances. Across the Mediterranean, Corsica offers a wilder alternative of mountain-backed bays, protected anchorages and clear turquoise water. Farther west, the coast of Provence adds dramatic limestone calanques and a more natural cruising experience. Explore some of our favourite places to discover by yacht in France.
French Riviera
Port YBH Featured
Saint-Tropez
The legendary Riviera harbour where superyachts, Provençal character, beach clubs and glamorous summer life come together.
Arrive by yacht in Saint-Tropez and step directly into one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic summer destinations. Explore the old harbour and village, enjoy lunch ashore or spend the afternoon around Pampelonne before returning aboard for sunset and an evening in town.
Saint-Tropez
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Pampelonne Beach
A celebrated stretch of sand where yacht tenders, legendary beach clubs and the Saint-Tropez summer lifestyle meet.
Anchor off Pampelonne and head ashore by tender for a long lunch at one of the beach clubs that have helped define the Saint-Tropez lifestyle. Return aboard for swimming and water sports or remain ashore as the afternoon atmosphere builds.
French Riviera
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Cannes
Cinema, luxury hotels, fine dining and major international events make Cannes one of the Riviera's essential yacht destinations.
Cruise into Cannes for an experience that can move effortlessly between life aboard and the city ashore. Walk La Croisette, dine at a waterfront restaurant or use the yacht as a private base during one of Cannes’ major international events.
Cannes
Island YBH Featured
Îles de Lérins
Two peaceful Mediterranean islands offer clear water and relaxed anchorages only minutes from the energy of Cannes.
Leave Cannes behind and anchor between Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat for swimming, paddleboarding and a long lunch aboard. Their proximity to the city makes the Îles de Lérins one of the Riviera’s easiest ways to alternate glamour ashore with a genuine day on the water.
French Riviera
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Cap d'Antibes
Elegant villas, pine-fringed coastline and beautiful anchorages make Cap d'Antibes a classic Riviera yacht stop.
Cruise around Cap d’Antibes and spend the day moving between sheltered bays, swimming spots and the peninsula’s elegant coastline. Its central position between Cannes and Nice makes it particularly easy to include in almost any French Riviera itinerary.
French Riviera
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Antibes & Port Vauban
A historic Mediterranean town centred around one of Europe's most important superyacht harbours.
Step ashore in Antibes to explore the old town, Provençal market and waterfront before returning to Port Vauban, one of the Riviera’s principal superyacht bases. It offers a more relaxed atmosphere than neighbouring Cannes or Monaco while remaining at the centre of the Côte d’Azur.
French Riviera
Port YBH Featured
Nice
The Riviera's principal international gateway combines excellent yacht access with culture, restaurants and the historic streets of Vieux Nice.
Use Nice as a convenient embarkation point or include it as part of a Riviera itinerary. Head ashore for the markets and narrow streets of the old town, dine overlooking the Mediterranean or continue by yacht toward Villefranche and Cap Ferrat.
French Riviera
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Villefranche-sur-Mer
A deep natural bay backed by a colourful historic town creates one of the Côte d'Azur's most beautiful yacht settings.
Anchor in the Bay of Villefranche for swimming and lunch aboard before heading ashore to explore the waterfront and old town. Its naturally protected setting and location between Nice and Cap Ferrat make it one of the Riviera’s most rewarding stops by yacht.
French Riviera
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Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
An elegant peninsula of villas, quiet coves and clear Mediterranean water between Nice and Monaco.
Cruise around Cap Ferrat for a slower Riviera day focused on swimming, water sports and lunch aboard. The peninsula’s sheltered bays and extraordinary villas offer a peaceful counterpoint to the ports and nightlife of nearby Nice and Monaco.
Monaco
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Monaco & Port Hercule
The global centre of superyachting, combining an iconic deep-water harbour with events, fine dining and an unmistakable sense of prestige.
Arrive in Port Hercule at the heart of Monaco and step ashore for restaurants, luxury hotels, nightlife and internationally renowned events. Monaco is also an exceptional embarkation point for cruising west along the French Riviera or east toward the Italian coast.
Corsica
Port YBH Featured
Calvi
A dramatic citadel rises above a beautiful natural bay, creating one of northern Corsica's defining yacht approaches.
Approach Calvi from the sea for views of its historic citadel and mountain backdrop. Spend the day swimming in the bay before heading ashore to explore the waterfront, old town and restaurants beneath the fortified skyline.
West Corsica
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Scandola Nature Reserve
Dramatic red volcanic cliffs, sea caves and remarkably clear water create one of Corsica's most spectacular natural coastlines.
Cruise along the Scandola coastline to experience a wilder side of the Mediterranean, where dramatic rock formations descend directly into deep blue water. Explore respectfully by yacht and tender while observing all current navigation, anchoring and protected-area regulations.
South Corsica
Port YBH Featured
Bonifacio
A spectacular fortified town perched above white limestone cliffs and one of the Mediterranean's most dramatic natural harbours.
Approach Bonifacio by yacht through its extraordinary cliff-lined entrance before heading ashore beneath the historic citadel. Explore the old town, dine overlooking the harbour and use Bonifacio as a gateway to the anchorages and islands of southern Corsica.
South Corsica
Protected Area YBH Featured
Lavezzi Islands
Granite islands, translucent turquoise water and secluded coves form one of southern Corsica's most beautiful protected marine environments.
Cruise from Bonifacio toward the Lavezzi Islands for swimming and snorkelling among granite formations and exceptionally clear water. The archipelago is protected, so routes, moorings and shore access should always follow current local regulations.
Marseille & Cassis · Provence
Protected Area YBH Featured
Calanques National Park
Towering limestone cliffs and narrow turquoise inlets reveal a strikingly different side of Mediterranean France.
Explore the coastline between Marseille and Cassis to discover steep limestone cliffs dropping into clear Mediterranean water. The Calanques provide a nature-focused alternative to the glamour of the Côte d’Azur, with yacht access and anchoring governed by strict environmental regulations.
France's Seasons: Shoulder Months, High Summer and the Mistral
France offers a long charter season, but each stretch of it has its own mood. April and May are quiet and refined, with mild days and the sea still cool; June to August is the coast at full volume, with the Riviera’s marinas at their busiest and Corsica’s anchorages filling up too; and September, with the sea still warm and the yacht shows in full swing, is the month many returning guests choose.
May to September marks the height of the French Riviera lifestyle — warm, sun-drenched days, lively marinas, and a calendar filled with prestigious events.
June to August draws an international crowd, creating the ideal setting for those seeking high society, fine dining, and vibrant nightlife in destinations like Cannes, Monaco, and Saint‑Tropez.
April and September offer a more refined experience, with mild temperatures, quieter anchorages, and ideal conditions for those who prefer privacy and unhurried cruising.
June and September offer the best balance of warm water and manageable crowds, with May and October suiting guests who prefer a quieter coast.
The Mistral is the one variable worth planning around. When it blows — most often in the cooler months, though it can appear in summer too — it clears the sky and roughens the western end of the coast, so a good captain reads it days ahead and moves the itinerary east, where the water is more sheltered, rather than fighting it. It’s also why a French charter is never really one fixed route: the best weeks here are the ones where the plan bends around conditions without the guests ever noticing the change.
June
Excellent
18–26°C
Air
22°C
Sea
11 h
Sunshine
9 kn
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YBH note: One of the best months for a France yacht charter, with long sunny days, increasingly warm seas and the Riviera fully active without the intensity of peak summer. Corsica is equally attractive as the Mediterranean season becomes firmly established.
Fine Dining, Quiet Anchorages and Elite Marinas
A week on the French coast changes register more often than most. A morning might be a swim in the quiet water off the Îles de Lérins, the afternoon a long lunch in Saint-Tropez, and the evening a berth in Monaco with the harbour lit up around you — all reached on your own schedule, with a crew who knows which marina to call ahead and which table to ask for. That mix of spectacle and calm is what the coast does best:
✔ Cruising between glamorous ports and quiet anchorages
✔ Attending world-class events (Cannes Film Festival, Monaco GP)
✔ Dining at Michelin-starred restaurants
✔ Exploring pristine marine parks and coves
✔ Combining high-energy nightlife with serene cruising
✔ Seamless service supported by elite marinas
France delivers both spectacle and refinement at the highest level.
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Types of Yachts Available in France
France supports one of the Mediterranean’s deepest charter fleets, and the reason is simple: this is where the industry gathers. The choice here runs from a 90-metre superyacht to an 18-metre catamaran, and the right answer depends far more on how you want to use the week than on how large you want the yacht to be.
Superyachts are what the Riviera does best — deep-water berths in Monaco and Antibes, helicopter links from Nice and a calendar built around them. At this level the coast becomes a private address: the Îles de Lérins by tender in the morning, Monaco at night, with the crew and the berth arranged well ahead. Kamalaya (55m Amels), Olympus (55m Feadship) and Luna (90m Oceanco) represent the range currently available.
Motor yachts in the 38 to 44 metre range are the working core of the fleet — fast enough to link Monaco, Cannes and Saint-Tropez in a single week without losing time to the crossings, and small enough to reach harbours the largest yachts cannot. Emocean (38.2m Rosetti), Night Fury II (43m Columbus) and Extra Time (44.27m Conrad) sit in this group.
Crewed catamarans suit a different Riviera: shallow draft for the quieter anchorages around Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Corsica’s coves, and generous deck space for guests who live outdoors for the week. Black Raptor (18.3m Sunreef), Bohemia (24m Sunreef) and Arktos (24.92m Lagoon) are among those available.
Sailing yachts, at the larger end of the category, offer the coast at a different speed—under canvas, with a full crew, and with a quiet that the busiest weeks on the Riviera rarely allow. Le Ponant, Jasali II, and Puritan represent this side of the fleet.
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Popular Builders in France
The fleet on the French coast leans Italian — Benetti, Sanlorenzo, Rossetti, Mondomarine, and Monte Carlo Yachts among them — with Dutch yards Feadship and Oceanco at the large end, and French catamaran builders Lagoon and Fountaine Pajot at the small end. That spread is part of what makes choosing here harder than it looks: the same coast feels quite different depending on whose yard built your yacht.
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Amenities Worth Knowing About
The Riviera sets a particular rhythm: long lunches that run into the afternoon, evenings that start late, and a coast busy enough that your yacht is often the quietest place within sight. The features guests ask for most reflect that — somewhere to swim straight off the stern, space to host without leaving the yacht, and reliable connectivity for guests who are rarely fully offline:
Beach club · Deck jacuzzi · Pool · Starlink · Helipad
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Where a France Charter Begins
Most France charters begin on the Riviera, where Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is the usual gateway and the main harbors — Antibes, Monaco, Cannes and Saint-Tropez — are a short transfer away. We cover those in detail in our French Riviera guide.
Corsica works differently. The island has its own airports — Ajaccio and Bastia, Calvi in the north-west, and Figari near Bonifacio in the south — and charters typically start from Ajaccio, Calvi, or Bonifacio, with berths tightening in July and August, just as they do on the mainland. For guests combining the two coasts, the crossing from the Riviera is part of the itinerary rather than a separate journey, which is why we plan the two halves together.
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Why Charter with Us in France?
When it comes to chartering in France, having access to a fleet isn’t enough — you need a partner who knows every yacht, every captain, and every port. That’s what sets us apart.
We don’t just list yachts — we know them. Our brokers conduct regular inspections throughout the French Riviera and Corsica, personally evaluating each vessel’s condition, layout, and onboard experience. We maintain direct relationships with crews, understand their strengths, and align them with the guest profiles that suit them best.
When you reach out to us, we start with one priority: understanding what you’re looking for. Whether your focus is privacy, gastronomy, water sports, or social prestige, we curate a shortlist of yachts that reflect your needs and deliver on your expectations — no guesswork, no compromises.
From the first consultation to the final disembarkation, we manage every element of your journey with precision. That includes securing the best berths in high-demand marinas like Saint-Tropez and Monaco, arranging bespoke onboard services, coordinating seamless logistics, and being available for you and your guests at every step.
If you’re planning a yacht charter in France, you deserve a broker who does more than facilitate — you need one who advises, protects your interests, and elevates the entire experience. That’s what we do. Professionally. Discreetly. And with total dedication to your satisfaction.
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Voices From Aboard
From a family birthday cruise out of Nice to a week where everything simply worked — here's what recent guests have said about chartering with us in France.
"We had such a great 8 days with all the family celebrating our son’s 30th. Everything was organized so well and honestly we just had fun from the first day. The crew was amazing with all of us and made the birthday really special. Cannes shopping was maybe a little too successful W"e loved our day at Nikki Beach and of course St Tropez and our night at Les Caves du Roy! Having everybody together for the birthday was really what made it special for us. Thank you Giulia and to all the crew of L'Albatros for taking such good care of our crazy family!!"Sheila J.Guest aboard 43m motor yacht, 8-night charter from/to Nice
"Everything was perfect thank you, we had great time!"Graeme P.Guest aboard 37m yacht, 10-night charter from/to St Tropez
The Practical Side of a French Charter: Fees, VAT, Ports and Timing
Most questions about chartering in France come back to a few key points: what the fee covers and what sits on top of it, how VAT applies, where to start, and when to go. You’ll find those below, along with the contract and payment terms we work to. If yours isn’t here, a broker will be glad to answer it directly, from first inquiry to disembarkation.
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