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Joris
Joris
Traveled in July 2026 · 6 people · 1 days
"We rented the boat for a whole day. What a nice and pleasant experience! Éric is truly an excellent captain and knew how to entertain us. We enjoyed everything: the meal, sailing, diving, the dolphins, etc. It’s an experience we highly recommend and we will definitely do it again with Éric. Highly recommended!"
Slobodan
Slobodan
Traveled in July 2026 · 9 people · 1 days
We had an absolutely fantastic day sailing with Christian! We were a group of 6 adults and 3 children, and he made sure everyone had a wonderful time from start to finish. Communication before the trip was excellent - Christian was always quick to respond, friendly, and very easy to coordinate with. On the day of the charter, he shared his extensive knowledge of the Bay of Saint-Tropez and took us to beautiful spots that made for an unforgettable sailing experience. Kids also loved it! He also went above and beyond by helping us find a great restaurant, arranging a boat taxi, and making sure everything throughout the day went smoothly. His professionalism, local knowledge, and relaxed, welcoming personality made us feel completely at ease. We can highly recommend Christian to anyone looking for an outstanding day on the water. We would sail with him again anytime!
Kristina
Kristina
Traveled in July 2026 · 5 people · 1 days
We had an absolutely fantastic day at sea with Lukas. He is highly experienced, calm, and incredibly friendly, making us feel comfortable and welcome from the very beginning. His language skills were truly impressive, making communication effortless throughout the trip. Everything was thoughtfully arranged. We were provided with refreshments, fishing equipment and guidance, sailing instruction, opportunities to swim and snorkel, and plenty of enjoyable conversations along the way. The boat itself is wonderful—stable, exceptionally well maintained, and spotless. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. Thank you, Lukas, for an unforgettable experience!
Taqo
Taqo
Traveled in July 2026 · 4 people · 1 days
We had a great day on the boat on board of Georgette, and Hubert did a very good job to explaining everything necessary to us. A great experience, and great people. I would definitely recommend.
Kevin
Kevin
Traveled in July 2026 · 6 people · 1 days
Stephane and Virginia have a beautiful boat and were a very friendly crew, we had an amazing outing with them. Highly recommend.
Ariel
Ariel
Traveled in July 2026 · 2 people · 1 days
Lionel is a fantastic sailor and a wonderful host. We were truly comfortable and had an absolutely wonderful experience. We just got off the boat and to be honest, did not want to get off… What a fantastic day! Thank you so much Lionel.
Joël
Joël
Traveled in June 2026 · 6 people · 1 days
The boat is functional and a pleasure to sail. I rented it for a day trip with six people, and it was fantastic: the cockpit is spacious, and the interior layout is excellent. Cédric is very friendly and answered all my questions to help me prepare for the trip.
Luiz
Luiz
Traveled in June 2026 · 2 people · 4 days
Thibault is a great host, gentle on explaining the boat and flexible with the hours for checking in and out. He was always available to help and with fast response. The boat was in perfect shape with all items working perfectly and in a super clean condition. Overall was a perfectly good experience, completely recommend Thibault and his boat.

The community's advice on the destination

Jean-Louis
Jean-Louis
Sète ·
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Mont Saint Clair allows you to prepare while being protected from the north wind and the same on the way back. Sète is a very beautiful city with very beautiful sailboats.
Le mont Saint Clair permet de se préparer en étant protégé du vent du Nord et idem au retour. Sète est une très belle ville avec de très beaux voiliers.
Yelena
Yelena
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ·
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
Jean-Louis
Jean-Louis
Sète ·
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Mont Saint Clair allows you to prepare while being protected from the north wind and the same on the way back. Sète is a very beautiful city with very beautiful sailboats.
Le mont Saint Clair permet de se préparer en étant protégé du vent du Nord et idem au retour. Sète est une très belle ville avec de très beaux voiliers.
Yelena
Yelena
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ·
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.

Charter a sailboat in France with or without captain with SamBoat

France is a country located in Western Europe, bordering countries such as Germany, Belgium and Spain. Every year, France welcomes millions of tourists from all over the world. France's tourist offer is diverse, but it focuses on: history, art, fashion and wine. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and visited historical monuments in the world.

France has many places of interest that offer incredible experiences. There is the capital, with many tourist attractions and where you can experience Parisian life. There are also several places well known for their beautiful beaches. Such as Corsica and Nice, charter a catamaran in France and enjoy the warm weather and sea breeze.

Sailboat rental in France

River tourism in France has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. Within France, there are several popular sailing regions such as Aquitaine, Camargue and Brittany. Renting a sailing yacht in France gives you the opportunity to get to know these regions, especially Brittany. This region is known for its climate and sea currents which will give you an unforgettable sailing experience.

How much does it cost to rent a sailboat in France?

In low season sailboat charter prices start from 150 euros depending on the type of boat. When it comes to chartering a sailboat in France, the prices vary depending on the time of the season. During the high season, the demand for boat rentals increases along with the prices. The busiest months in France start from July to the end of August. It is better booked in advance to find the best boat for you.

To rent and enjoy any of the boats available in the catalogue, we suggest that you start searching two months in advance and start the process immediately. 

Do you need a license to rent a sailboat in France?

To rent a boat in France, a license is required depending on the type of boat you charter. To charter a sailboat, you must have a CCI and a nautical CV showing your sailing experience. 

If you don't have a license, don't worry, you can still enjoy the sailing experience. You can rent any boat from the catalogue but with a captain.

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