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Your private boat in Cannes — exclusively for your group from boarding to return. No shared decks, no other passengers, no compromises. The French Riviera, your way.

100% Exclusive Up to 12 Guests Skipper Included From €2,050
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Private Boat Hire Cannes

The Riviera,
Your Way

When you hire a private boat in Cannes, the most important distinction is this: is the vessel truly and entirely exclusive to your group, or are you sharing it with strangers on a scheduled route? At Nikaia Yachts, the Lagoon MY 40 motor catamaran is reserved exclusively for your party from the moment you board at Port Canto to the moment you step back ashore. Not a single additional passenger joins you during your charter.

No fixed schedule. No mandatory stops. No route decided by anyone else. Your professional skipper takes your group precisely where you want to go, at the pace your group prefers. The Lérins Islands for a morning swim in the marine reserve, then the Esterel coast in the afternoon — or a quieter day drifting in the bay, anchoring wherever feels right. The choice is genuinely yours.

The Lagoon MY 40 offers the space and stability that makes this kind of freedom actually enjoyable. Twelve metres of catamaran, a rooftop solarium that accommodates your full group, a panoramic saloon with 360° views, and a 5-metre tender that gives independent beach access at any anchorage. This is not a rigid charter experience — it adapts completely to your group.

Who Hires a Private Boat in Cannes

Our clients are as varied as the reasons to spend a day at sea on the French Riviera. Families celebrating together — parents wanting to give their children a day they'll remember far longer than any museum visit. Corporate groups during MIPIM or the Cannes Film Festival, for whom the catamaran provides the most distinctive entertainment venue available in Cannes: private, impressive, and completely removed from the noise of the conference. Couples marking anniversaries or planning proposals. Groups of friends who want the best version of a day on the Côte d'Azur.

What most clients share is this: they come back. The repeat booking rate at Nikaia Yachts is high, and the reason is consistent across every type of group — the combination of an immaculate vessel, a skipper who genuinely understands what makes a day exceptional, and the specific kind of freedom that comes from having a private boat in Cannes entirely to yourself.

Departing from Port Canto, Cannes

Port Canto is the ideal departure point for a private boat charter in Cannes. Located directly on the Croisette, within walking distance of all major hotels, the Palais des Festivals, and the centre of town, it requires no transfers and no early morning logistics. You arrive at the marina, board the catamaran, and within minutes Port Canto is behind you and the Bay of Cannes is ahead. The day charter from €2,050 gives you 7 hours on the water from this exact departure point.

What's Included in Your Private Boat Rental

The Lagoon MY 40 catamaran · Professional licensed skipper (Kevin, 15+ years Mediterranean experience) · Fuel for the agreed itinerary · Paddleboards · Snorkelling gear · Cherokee 5m tender with 50HP outboard · Fishing rods · Underwater LED lighting · All required safety equipment. Everything your group needs for a complete day at sea is already on board.

Private catamaran charter departing from Port Canto in Cannes
Nikaia Yachts catamaran at Port Canto ready for private charter

Kevin — Your Skipper

15+ Years Mediterranean · Bilingual

★★★★★

"The communication from first enquiry to arrival was perfect. Kevin is a very polite and attentive host. The boat is practically brand new."

Verified guest · nikaia-yachts.fr

★★★★★

"Those were wonderful days on the yacht. Enough space to relax, the skipper was very friendly."

Verified guest · nikaia-yachts.fr

Nikaia Yachts catamaran cruising along the Cannes coast

The Vessel in Detail

Lagoon MY 40 —
The Private Boat You're Hiring

Cannes old port illuminated at night
Cannes by night — the old port from the water

The Lagoon MY 40 is a motor catamaran designed specifically for this kind of use: a small group in genuine comfort, with the space and stability that makes a full day at sea genuinely enjoyable rather than merely tolerable. It is maintained to the standard of a privately owned yacht — which means the equipment works, the upholstery is clean, and nothing is worn or tired from heavy commercial use.

The 360° panoramic saloon provides an enclosed, air-cooled space with full views in every direction — ideal for the crossing on cooler days, for lunch out of the midday sun, or for groups who want to work during a corporate charter morning. The rooftop solarium provides open sun and the best views. Both spaces are accessible simultaneously, allowing your group to distribute naturally across the boat.

The five-metre Cherokee tender with 50HP outboard is as important to the private boat experience as the catamaran itself. It extends your group's range completely — accessing beaches on the Lérins Islands that the catamaran cannot anchor beside, reaching coastal restaurants that have no road access, exploring coves that are simply inaccessible without a small fast boat. On many charters, the tender becomes the group's favourite part of the day.

Booking Your Private Boat in Cannes

How the Process
Works

Booking a private boat in Cannes with Nikaia Yachts is straightforward. The fastest route is a WhatsApp message — state your group size, preferred date, and any specific itinerary preferences, and we respond within the hour during business hours.

Once availability is confirmed, we discuss the itinerary in more detail. Your skipper may have suggestions based on the conditions forecast for the day and the specific interests of your group. The final itinerary is agreed but remains flexible — your skipper can adapt on the day if you want to stay longer at a particular anchorage, or if an opportunity arises to visit somewhere unexpected.

For groups visiting Cannes for MIPIM, the Cannes Film Festival, Cannes Lions, or any other major event, early booking is essential — typically 6–8 weeks in advance for event weeks. For all other dates, 2–3 weeks is usually sufficient. The all-inclusive day charter price of €2,050 applies year-round, with no seasonal premium.

Payment is by bank transfer. A deposit secures the reservation; the balance is due before the charter date. Full details are confirmed in writing when you book.

The Charter Calendar

Best Times for a
Private Boat in Cannes

The French Riviera has a remarkably long charter season. Unlike northern European sailing destinations, Cannes offers pleasant conditions from March through November — and the catamaran operates year-round for groups who want to be at sea in any month.

Spring (April–June): The finest months for private charter, in many ways. Warm enough to swim from June, less crowded than summer, extraordinary light. MIPIM in March and the Film Festival in May make these specific weeks the most competitive for booking. Outside event weeks, spring availability is good.

Summer (July–August): Peak conditions for swimming and sunbathing, but the most competitive for availability. Book 4–6 weeks ahead. The quality of the experience remains exceptional — the Lérins Islands and Esterel coast are spectacular in any weather.

Autumn (September–October): Arguably the best months for a private boat charter in Cannes. Water temperature holds at 22–24°C through September. Crowds diminish noticeably from mid-August. The light changes to a lower, warmer angle that makes the coastline particularly beautiful. October is cooler but remains pleasant for sailing and often sunny.

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Book Your Private Boat in Cannes

Up to 12 guests · Professional skipper always included · From €2,050 all-inclusive (yacht, captain & fuel)

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