Boat rental & yacht charter in La Rochelle, France

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185 boats available in La Rochelle

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Thomas
September 2024
Really pleasant sailing area, mostly sheltered thanks to the island of Oléron. Many points of interest to discover (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile d'Oléron with its small marina in Boyardville, Ile de Ré, ...). Very pleasant also to sail near other magnificent sailboats quite numerous in the bay.
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Marc
August 2024
Advantage of the port of La Rochelle entry and exit without the vagaries of the tides Service station available and pleasant staff
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Gaël
August 2024
Round trip to Fort Boyard. We thought it would be tight, but finally with the wind that strengthened in the afternoon in this season, we had plenty of time. On the other hand, the spinnaker was very useful.
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Isla
Isla
Traveled in August 2025 · 24 people · 1 days
We had a fabulous day trip on the kapalouest - with 12 kids in tow it could have been hectic but they had a ball and we felt safe the entire time. The crew were great, the boat was spacious and comfortable, and we really couldn't have asked for more - thank you!
Antoine
Antoine
Traveled in November 2024 · 6 people · 3 days
Fantastic experience! The boat is very well maintained. Great communication with Jean, who is very accommodating. Highly recommend!
Eric
Eric
Traveled in May 2024 · 7 people · 4 days
our rental experience with Lorry and his team went very well. they were very helpful and had provided good information and advise
Violette
Violette
Traveled in May 2024 · 3 people · 1 days
Thank you for the availability, the boat was perfectly clean and like new! In addition, he didn't consume much which is a real plus.
Andreas
Andreas
Traveled in August 2023 · 2 people · 1 days
The boat was great for a day trip to the Ile dOleron. Ben was very nice and had everything perfectly prepared. Many thanks!
David
David
Traveled in June 2023 · 2 people · 1 days
Florent was an absolute gentleman. He organised someone to help translate on initial paperwork and handover. The boat is as advertised, clean , in impeccable condition, and well equipped with GPS and Fish Finder. We had a great day out and Florent was waiting at the berth to assist us on our return. I would highly recommend Florent should you wish to hire a vessel in La Rochelle. David Byrne.
Timothée
Timothée
Traveled in June 2023 · 8 people · 1 days
Excellent experience with this boat. Noham gave us a warm welcome and was very accommodating. I highly recommend it!
Randel
Randel
Traveled in May 2023 · 4 people · 1 days
It was a great experience here on the waves of La Rochelle. Stéphane is a super nice guy and everything worked smoothly. Our group of 3 people spent a great time onboard: we visited Vieux Port, watched sunset and crossed some waves. The ship handles nicely on water (20 knots of wind and 2-meter waves were OK), it is roomy and stable, and easy to handle - so thumbs up from me! See you next time!

The community's advice on the destination

Thomas
Thomas
La Rochelle ·
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Really pleasant sailing area, mostly sheltered thanks to the island of Oléron. Many points of interest to discover (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile d'Oléron with its small marina in Boyardville, Ile de Ré, ...). Very pleasant also to sail near other magnificent sailboats quite numerous in the bay.
Zone de navigation vraiment agréable, en majeur partie abrité grâce à l'ile d'Oléron. De nombreux points d'intérêts à découvrir (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile d'Oléron avec notamment son petit port de plaisance à Boyardville, Ile de Ré, ...). Très agréable aussi de naviguer près d'autres magnifiques voiliers assez nombreux dans la baie.
Marc
Marc
Les Minimes ·
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Advantage of the port of La Rochelle entry and exit without the vagaries of the tides Service station available and pleasant staff
Avantage du port de la rochelle entrée et sortis sans les aléas des marées Station service disponible et personnel agreable
Gaël
Gaël
La Rochelle ·
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Round trip to Fort Boyard. We thought it would be tight, but finally with the wind that strengthened in the afternoon in this season, we had plenty of time. On the other hand, the spinnaker was very useful.
Aller/retour vers fort Boyard. On pensait que ce serait juste, mais finalement avec le vent qui forci l aprem en cette saison, nous avons largement eu le temps. Par contre le spi a été très utile.
Thomas
Thomas
La Rochelle ·
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Really pleasant sailing area, mostly sheltered thanks to the island of Oléron. Many points of interest to discover (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile d'Oléron with its small marina in Boyardville, Ile de Ré, ...). Very pleasant also to sail near other magnificent sailboats quite numerous in the bay.
Zone de navigation vraiment agréable, en majeur partie abrité grâce à l'ile d'Oléron. De nombreux points d'intérêts à découvrir (Fort Boyard, Ile d'Aix, Ile d'Oléron avec notamment son petit port de plaisance à Boyardville, Ile de Ré, ...). Très agréable aussi de naviguer près d'autres magnifiques voiliers assez nombreux dans la baie.
Marc
Marc
Les Minimes ·
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Advantage of the port of La Rochelle entry and exit without the vagaries of the tides Service station available and pleasant staff
Avantage du port de la rochelle entrée et sortis sans les aléas des marées Station service disponible et personnel agreable
Gaël
Gaël
La Rochelle ·
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Round trip to Fort Boyard. We thought it would be tight, but finally with the wind that strengthened in the afternoon in this season, we had plenty of time. On the other hand, the spinnaker was very useful.
Aller/retour vers fort Boyard. On pensait que ce serait juste, mais finalement avec le vent qui forci l aprem en cette saison, nous avons largement eu le temps. Par contre le spi a été très utile.

Rent a boat with or without captain in La Rochelle, France

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Capital of the Charente-Maritime, La Rochelle is well-known for the beauty of its architecture and its natural environment being perfectly situated on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Located between Bordeaux and Nantes, La Rochelle is a very popular destination for tourists and sailors, having several islands making peer-to-peer boat rentals very attractive. Treat yourself to a trip including a boat rental in the Pertuis d'Antioche, home to the famous Fort Boyard. Rent a boat in Brittany and sail all the way to La Rochelle.



Stop over at the ports of La Rochelle


When sailing in La Rochelle, make sure to stop at the Port de plaisance des Minimes, which is considered one of the largest marinas in France. By sailing, you will be assured to have an unobstructed view of the coast or of the Saint Nicolas tower. The four ports that the region houses will delight boating enthusiasts and will encourage you to practice sailing, windsurfing, or just take a nice dip in the charming waters.


Discover the Nearby Islands


The region is home to several islands, whose landscapes are stunning and majestic. Among these four islands, facing La Rochelle is the island of Ré, a land rich in contrast between pine forests and sandy beaches with the beautiful port town of Saint-Martin-de-Ré. You can also rent a sailboat and explore the Île d'Oléron, the Île-d'Aix that is in the shape of a crescent or the Île Madame, all three popular for sailors to relax, practice water sport activities or fish.


Sail with a captain in La Rochelle


If you prefer to travel with a professional, captains are available to accompany you on a boat trip around La Rochelle during the day. In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset with an affordable boat rental and spend a romantic night at the pier. Next to laa Rochelle you can also rent a boat in Arcachon and explore the bay.

Information about boat rental in La Rochelle

Number of boats: 185 Boats
Licence: With or without a licence
Minimum price: 90 € / day
Type of boats: Sailboat , Motorboat , RIB , Catamaran , Jet ski , Luxury Yacht , Houseboat
Captain: 56 boats with captain

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