A yacht charter in Cannes places you along the most famous waterfront on the French Riviera – La Croisette’s palm-lined boulevard curving past Belle Époque hotels, the twin fortified towers of the Îles de Lérins shimmering just offshore, and the old quarter of Le Suquet rising above a harbour thick with gleaming hulls. During the Film Festival each May the port becomes the world’s most glamorous stage, but Cannes delivers year-round appeal: the sheltered Golfe de la Napoule to the west, Théoule-sur-Mer’s red-rock calanques, and the Île Sainte-Marguerite’s eucalyptus-shaded swimming coves are all within a short morning cruise. Boatcrowd lists motor yachts from 68’ to 98’, superyachts above 100’, and luxury catamarans from 55’ for Cannes charters, drawing from France’s fleet of over 200 vessels with additional yachts arriving from across the Mediterranean each summer.
Peak season runs July through August, when the Vieux Port is at its most animated; May, June, and September bring warm seas, quieter anchorages, and noticeably softer rates. Charter rates start from €4,200 per day on a catamaran, from €4,900 per day on a 68’–78’ motor yacht, and from €13,900 per day aboard a superyacht above 100’, plus French TVA and APA. Cannes is where red-carpet polish meets genuine Mediterranean cruising – the islands are just 15 minutes from the harbour by tender.
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The yachts above are available to charter from Cannes, spanning 55’ catamarans, 68’–98’ motor yachts, and superyachts above 100’. Weekly rates begin from approximately €29,400 on a catamaran, from €34,300 on a modern motor yacht, and from €97,300 aboard a superyacht, plus French TVA and APA. Use the filters to narrow results by yacht type, guest capacity, length, and daily rate – or speak with Boatcrowd’s charter specialists for a personalised vessel recommendation tailored to the Cannes coastline and your preferred anchorages.
For peak season in July and August, book at least six months ahead – Cannes is one of the Riviera’s busiest charter hubs and the most popular yachts are reserved early. For Film Festival week in May, demand spikes even higher, so book nine to twelve months out. Shoulder-season weeks in June or September can often be secured with three to four months’ notice.
A 68’–78’ motor yacht typically provides four cabins – ideal for eight guests – with comfortable saloon and deck space for group dining and relaxation. If your party values wide open-air areas and a stable platform at anchor, a 60’–70’ luxury catamaran offers a spacious alternative with excellent stability in the gentle Riviera swell.
Cannes is perfectly positioned for a wider Riviera cruise. The Îles de Lérins are a 15-minute tender ride from the harbour, Antibes and Juan-les-Pins lie just to the east, and St. Tropez is a comfortable half-day cruise along the coast. Week-long itineraries often cover Cannes, Saint-Tropez, and Monaco in a single seamless route.
The base fee includes the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and onboard amenities such as water toys, snorkelling gear, and tender use. Running expenses – fuel, provisioning, port fees, and crew gratuity – are covered by the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), typically 25–35% of the charter fee and settled before your departure date.
