Catamaran hire in France

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457 boats available in France

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Jean-Louis
September 2024
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.
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Yelena
September 2024
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
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Stephen
Stephen
Travelled in May 2026 · 5 people · 1 days
Thanks Kevin for such an incredible day. The kids truly enjoyed our family day trip on your well-maintained boat, exploring the nearby islands and sharing special moments together.
Amanda
Amanda
Travelled in May 2026 · 16 people · 1 days
Sam was honestly amazing. We had the best boat day with him and his team who were so kind but simultaneously fun!! He sent us weather reports in the lead up to our boat day, was so helpful when we asked him questions about F&B and was communicative from the very second we booked. Would 110% recommend him to anyone wanting a boat day close to Cannes!!
Raymond
Raymond
Travelled in September 2025 · 14 people · 1 days
We booked a day charter for 15 people foe a tour of the Lerin Islands. It was a perfect day. The boat was immaculate and had so much space. Jean Pierre and Stephanie were perfect hosts. Would highly recommend the experience to anyone.
Edward
Edward
Travelled in August 2025 · 2 people · 2 days
Eric was a wonderful host and a great skipper. He provided just what we were looking for. Thank you so much.
Calvin
Calvin
Travelled in August 2025 · 6 people · 1 days
I would give 10 stars out of 5 if I could! Giles & his skipper Frederic were fantastic start to finish, I usually do a boat day most destinations and this was by far the best we have had! Nothing we asked for was too much and they gave us great knowledge of the islands and surrounding areas! Highly highly highly recommend. Can’t wait to see them again.
Brent
Brent
Travelled in July 2025 · 16 people · 1 days
We had an absolutely incredible day with Sam on his catamaran, along with Alex. They looked after us so well, planning our routes, and taking some of our less strong swimmers on the paddle board to visit a beach. We brought a lot of food and drinks on board which they organised and served throughout our time on the boat. Nothing was too much trouble for them and their knowledge and experience of the local area was brilliant. Sam made the whole booking experience super easy and meeting point instructions were perfect. I will definitely be recommending them and will definitely use them again.
Lara
Lara
Travelled in June 2025 · 12 people · 1 days
We had the best time - amazing boat, amazing service! Nicolas was very helpful and accommodating for our needs. Would definitely recommend a day trip on his boat.
Thomas
Thomas
Travelled in June 2025 · 8 people · 5 days
Lionel and his team are incredible. There is no other word. There were three of us on board mid 30’s blokes who really like to party hard. We had Lionel as cpt, anya as steward and Sandra for the last couple of days. They all kept up with our pace of demands, buying food, drinks, pharmacy supplies, changing beds, tidying and making meals for us. Lionel often would shuttle us to the land in the tender 2/3 times a day and back again sometimes at 5am. Never a complaint, only a beaming smile and laugh about how happy he was to help. M He picked the best swim spots, would take the initiative to drive to our next spot whilst we slept. Sometimes meaning he got up at 3am to ensure we woke up to breakfast in the new town. We would often go swimming late at night to have him lower the bathing platform and bring out towels for us. Simply put lionel is the best host/ captain we have had and it made our holiday the best we have had. And we have chartered a lot of boats. We will back again!

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 ·
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It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
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 ·
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It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.

Charter a catamaran in France with or without skipper with SamBoat

France is one of the most popular holiday destinations, it embraces medieval towns, historic villages and Mediterranean beaches. A country is well known for its fashion houses, iconic monuments and wines. Visiting this stunning country rich in history and food will give you a unique experience.

One of the best experiences you can have in France is to charter a catamaran with or without a skipper. Whether with your group of friends or with your family, cruising the diffehire beaches of France is a worthwhile experience. Or, if you prefer adventure, you can hire a sailboat in France and have an adventure sailing to one of the many islands.

Catamaran hire in France 

France has beautiful beaches with soft sand and crystal clear water. In the south of France, you can find the best places with the perfect weather to spend time with a group of friends. The best way to enjoy these places is on board a catamaran. On a catamaran, you can relax and dive into the refreshing sea. Several tourists say that discovering France by boat is one of the best experiences they have ever had.

How much does it cost to hire a catamaran in France?

In low season catamaran charter prices start from 150 euros depending on the type of boat. When it comes to chartering a catamaran in France, the prices vary depending on the time of the season. During the high season, the demand for boat hires 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 hire 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 hire a catamaran in France?

In France, a license is required depending on the type of boat you charter. For renting a catamaran, you must have an ICC including a nautical curriculum showing that you have previous sailing experience. 

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

About SamBoat 

SamBoat offers a vast range of boats to hire from 60€/day. Choose from a wide selection of sailboats, motorboats, RIBs, catamarans, yachts, and canal boats. With the best offers, SamBoat helps you to find the ideal yacht charter in France for the perfect vacation.

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