Boat Rental Cannes
Skipper & Fuel Included

Private Boat Rental Cannes

What's Included in
Your Boat Rental

When you rent a private boat in Cannes with Nikaia Yachts, the price covers everything you actually need for a day on the French Riviera: the Lagoon MY 40 motor catamaran, a professional licensed skipper, and fuel for your itinerary. No last-minute additions at the marina. No surprises when the day ends.

French maritime law requires a licensed captain on all commercial charters — which means there is no boat licence required from your group. You arrive at Port Canto, board the catamaran, and your skipper handles the rest: departure, navigation, anchorages, and return. Your only role is to enjoy the day.

Day Boat Rental Cannes — From €2,050

Seven hours on the Mediterranean. Depart Port Canto in the morning, sail to the Lérins Islands, anchor in the marine reserve, swim in crystal-clear water off Île Sainte-Marguerite. Your skipper can arrange lunch at a sea-access restaurant, or you anchor quietly and eat aboard. Return to Cannes in the late afternoon. Up to 12 guests, all-inclusive.

If you want to plan the day in advance, the Lérins Islands day itinerary gives you a detailed hour-by-hour picture of what to expect from departure to return.

Sunset Boat Rental — From €1,000

Four hours at golden hour on the Bay of Cannes. Depart late afternoon, watch the sun drop behind the Esterel mountains from the catamaran's solarium deck. Champagne, the Croisette glowing, the kind of evening that most Cannes visitors never experience. This is the most popular charter we offer for couples, celebrations, and events.

Multi-Day Rental — On Request

Four private ensuite cabins mean multi-day rentals are genuinely comfortable — no compromise on sleep or privacy. Saint-Tropez (3.5h), Monaco (3h), and Corsica crossings are all available for extended itineraries. Contact us directly for tailored pricing.

Everything On Board as Standard

Paddleboards · Snorkelling gear (masks, fins, vests) · Cherokee 5m tender with 50HP outboard for beach access · Fishing rods · Underwater LED lighting · All required safety equipment. Nothing to arrange separately. Nothing to bring except yourself.

Why Nikaia Yachts for Boat Rental in Cannes

The boat rental market in Cannes ranges from inflatable day boats to large crewed yachts. Nikaia occupies a specific position: a luxury motor catamaran capable of anchoring in shallow turquoise water, with the stability and space that families and corporate groups need, at a price point that represents genuine value for a group of up to 12. See the full 2026 price breakdown.

The reviews from past guests are consistent: the boat is immaculate, the skipper anticipates what you need before you ask, and the day exceeds expectations. That reputation is worth protecting — which is why we take every charter seriously.

Choosing the Right Boat Rental in Cannes

Catamaran vs Monohull —
Which to Choose?

The Cannes charter market offers everything from small motorboats to full crewed sailing yachts. For groups of 6–12 people wanting a full day at sea, the motor catamaran is consistently the better choice — and for specific reasons that matter on the French Riviera.

Stability at anchor: The twin-hull design means the catamaran sits completely still in the anchorages around the Lérins Islands and the Esterel coast. A monohull of equivalent length rolls with every passing wave. For groups who want to swim, eat comfortably, and spend time on deck, stability at anchor is not a minor detail — it defines the quality of the day.

Living space: A 12-metre catamaran offers significantly more usable space than a 12-metre monohull. The Lagoon MY 40's rooftop solarium alone can accommodate the full group of 12. The panoramic saloon provides shade and seating for everyone simultaneously. On a monohull, groups this size are consistently too many for comfortable use of the boat.

Draft and beach access: The catamaran's shallow draft allows anchoring much closer to the beaches of Île Sainte-Marguerite than a deep-keel sailing yacht. Combined with the 5-metre tender, your group reaches parts of the Lérins Islands that deeper vessels cannot access.

Overnight capability: If your group is considering an overnight charter — Saint-Tropez, Monaco, or Corsica — the four private ensuite cabins of the Lagoon MY 40 provide hotel-quality sleeping accommodation. Most monohulls of equivalent size offer smaller, less comfortable cabin configurations.

The Cannes Context

Why Port Canto
is the Right Starting Point

Port Canto is located on the Croisette — the main boulevard of Cannes — making it the most convenient departure point available for visitors staying in the city. No transfer to an outlying marina, no early morning logistics. The catamaran is moored within walking distance of every major hotel on the Croisette.

From Port Canto, the crossing to the Lérins Islands takes approximately 20 minutes at comfortable speed. The Esterel coast is reachable in under an hour. Saint-Tropez is accessible for an overnight charter. The position is ideal for every type of private boat rental itinerary available in Cannes.

For groups visiting for specific events — MIPIM, the Cannes Film Festival, Cannes Lions — the Port Canto location means a day at sea requires minimal planning. Step off the Croisette, board the catamaran, and return to the same point at the end of the day. No car required. No time lost to transfers.

For a detailed hour-by-hour picture of what a typical Lérins Islands day from Port Canto looks like, see the full itinerary guide. It covers departure, anchorages, lunch options, and return — everything you need to plan the day in advance.

To check dates and availability, the fastest route is a WhatsApp message. We typically confirm within the hour during business hours and will ask for your group size, preferred date, and any specific itinerary preferences before providing a final quote.