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Shawna

We had a great time with Yoann and his boat. He was super professional, fun, and helped us out a lot with our photo shoot. I would definitely recommend renting his boat to anyone!

Gareth
Gareth

Gregoire was very accommodating and always answered queries promptly. I was not able to go on the boat, but Gregoire made changing the contract to another member of the group very easy. Overall great.

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Fabien
Fabien
The fact that the boat was on the island of Embiez was great for us, because we were able to adapt the navigation to the weather conditions. Indeed, with a strong South-South East wind strengthening all week, we decided to go to Saint Mandrier, where we were able to be sheltered from the wind, and ensure safe outings. Without this location, we would have been able to do many fewer outings.
Le fait que le bateau soit sur l'île des Embiez a été super pour nous, car nous avons pu adapter la navigation aux conditions météorologiques. En effet avec un fort vent Sud-Sud Est forcissant toute la semaine, nous avons décider d'aller à Saint Mandrier, où nous avons pu être à l'abri du vent, et assurer des sorties en sécurité. Sans cette emplacement, nous aurions pu faire beaucoup moins de sorties.
Île des Embiez
Cécile
Cécile
First telephone contact to organize the outing, very pleasant and professional. Warm welcome ashore with welcome coffee. Clear safety briefing to make participants responsible for the progress of the activity. Morning of navigation. Anchorage in Villefranche harbor, swimming and meals. Afternoon of navigation to return to port. Hot drink before parting. We had a great time, the experience of our hosts allowed us to discover the world of sailboats, with the navigation part and also through the anecdotes. The boat is comfortable and well maintained, the meal was tasty and well presented. Thanks to Stéphane and Virginie, we discovered and greatly appreciated the magic of sailing.
Au départ de Beaulieu, nous avons découvert : Monaco et la tête de chien depuis la mer. Saint Jean Cap Ferrat avec, le petit cap, la baie des fosses, le grand cap, le phare, la villa Santo Sospir. La baie de Villefranche et le cap de Nice.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
Guy
Guy
Nice discovery with magical places and full of energy
Jolie découverte avec des endroits magiques et plein d'énergie
Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer
Marc
Marc
We have done this several times before and it is always so enjoyable. Too bad the wind didn't allow us to push to Port-Cros this time.
Nous l'avons déjà fait à plusieurs reprises et c'est toujours aussi agréable. Dommage que le vent ne nous ait pas permis de pousser jusqu'à Port-Cros cette fois.
Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer
Yacht charter in French Riviera

Yacht charter with or without skipper in French Riviera

With Samboat, choose from a wide selection of yacht charters. We offer a huge range of sailboats and catamarans to hire from 50€/day. With the best offers, Samboat helps you to find the ideal yacht charter for the perfect vacation. French Riviera is one of the most popular tourist destinations around the world, you will have enough inventory of yacht for your options.

Yacht charter in French Riviera

French Riviera is the largest Mediterranean island, located in the south of France. There are many well-known towns and landmarks in French Riviera, attracting tourists from all over the world every year. Chartering a catamaran or a sailboat in French Riviera will allow you to discover the historic landmarks and natural views in French Riviera. All French Riviera’s main cities are available for yacht rental with Samboat including Nice, Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Tropez. All the coastal cities mentioned above have its own style and features which are worth a visit with your yacht charter to discover it all. With Samboat, you can realize yacht charter in French Riviera for a week, sailing anywhere in the area for your vacations.

Pricing and Information for yacht charter in French Riviera

Yacht charter in French Riviera is no doubt a perfect way to enjoy your vacations by sailing for a few days in French Riviera. Samboat provides you with all types of yacht charter services in French Riviera with the best price. The cost of yacht charter in French Riviera often changes depending on the seasons.  The peak tourist season in French Riviera is from June to September, especially in July and August. The off season is normally when it gets cold in winter between November and Mars.

  • Catamaran charter

If you want to spend great time with several friends or your family on a boat in beautiful French Riviera, renting a catamaran is no doubt the perfect choice for you to enjoy your vacations in French Riviera. Catamaran is usually more spacious than Sailboat, on which you can always realize cute parties with your group at sunset time. The average price to charter a catamaran in French Riviera is 1,200 euros a day in peak season, certainly in July and August. When it comes to off season, the average price to charter a catamaran in French Riviera is 800 euros a day.

  • Sailboat charter

If you are visiting French Riviera with your partner or with your best friend, renting a sailboat is the better choice for your sailing trip. Sailboat is totally big enough for 2-3 people. You will enjoy your sailing experience meanwhile visiting the gorgeous coast in French Riviera. The average price to charter a sailboat in French Riviera is 600 euros a day in peak season, certainly in July and August. When it comes to off season, the average price to charter a sailboat in French Riviera goes down to 400 euros a day.

When is the best time to charter a yacht in French Riviera?

French Riviera is considered as one the most popular tourist destinations in the world. French Riviera is always the favoured choice for many visitors and sailors. The peak tourist season in French Riviera is usually starting from June until September. July and August are the busiest months over summer. If you want to visit French Riviera and charter a yacht to sail in the area with cheaper price and good weather. June and September are recommended by Samboat since these two months will occupy less tourists, but you will still enjoy sailing with comfortable weather. The off season is between November and Mars in winter. As French Riviera is always a popular choice when summer arrives, Samboat recommends you book your yacht charter reservations 4-7 months earlier before your departure to make sure you will have available yacht charter by then.

Do you need a license to charter a yacht in French Riviera?

As for yacht charter in French Riviera, the sailing regulations are quite particular. First, no formal license is required for sailboats and all motor boats above an engine power more than 6hp, and for sailboats you will have to provide documentation of previous experience. As for catamarans, you will need to provide a valid boat license. You will also have to provide a nautical CV which details your experience in regard to the previous boats you've captained and the waters in which you've sailed.

If you do not have the experience or want a stress-free vacation, rent a boat with skipper! If you do not hold a valid license or do not have enough experience, you can charter a yacht with a skipper. A huge perk of having your own skipper is they are locals and from the area. They will be able to give you some insight into the sailing area as well as showing you some of the hidden gems in French Riviera.

Samboat provides the best yacht charter service in French Riviera for you as well as yacht charter in France.

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