age restrictions for those wishing to charter a yacht in Cannes
A Cannes yacht charter is the perfect way to experience this celebrated stretch of French Riviera coastline. Whether you want to attend the Cannes Film Festival and spot Hollywood royalty, or simply relax on a private luxury sailing yacht with family or friends, a Cannes yacht charter will leave you with lifelong memories.
Cannes’ main draws are its high society parties, glamorous nightlife and beautiful beaches. Take a stroll along La Croisette to admire the grand palace hotels, enjoy cocktails at chic beach restaurants or shop for designer fashions and accessories. Alternatively, visit the legendary Casino Croisette and test your luck or dance the night away at Jimmyz, known as the ‘discotheque des stars’.
The charter a yacht in Cannes takes place each May and offers a unique opportunity to see the world’s film elite in action. It’s also an excellent time to visit the French Riviera, as weather is warm and there are fewer crowds. If you wish to charter a yacht for the Cannes Film Festival, be sure to contact us early as availability is limited and demand is high.
Are there age restrictions for those wishing to charter a yacht in Cannes?
Bespoke Yacht Charter can assist with planning a Cannes yacht charter for your group size and requirements based on the yacht specifications, cruising destination, facilities, guest numbers and budget. We are also experienced in integrating a Cannes visit into existing crewed yacht itineraries.
While the exact qualifications for private concierge service vary between countries, most destinations require at least a PB2 (Power Boat level 2) or ASA 104 (Day Skipper qualification) to charter bareboat. For fully crewed yachts, the minimum requirement is usually a Master’s license (ASA 210 or above) and a First Aid certification.
During the booking process, your yacht charter broker will draft a MYBA Charter Agreement outlining all of your rights and obligations, including payment terms, dates and ports. During this stage, you will also be required to pay an advance provisioning allowance to your charter company. This is normally 50% of the base charter fee and will be used to cover all meals, snacks, drinks, fuel and mooring fees during your yacht charter.
When you are ready to embark on your Cannes yacht charter, your captain will provide you with a full briefing of the boat, its systems and how to use them. A yacht captain is an expert in ensuring that all aboard have a safe and enjoyable cruise, so you can sit back, relax and soak up the French Riviera scenery. If you have any questions, feel free to ask your yacht charter broker who will be happy to help.