Billionaires’ Bay by Private Boat:
The Rugged Side of Cap d’Antibes
Rocky coves, Mediterranean greenery and a famous name with a surprisingly natural setting. Explore the Baie des Milliardaires on a private charter from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
The name suggests glamour. The shoreline gives you nature.
Arriving by sea, the first things you notice are the rocks, the greenery and the shape of the coves. The grand properties are part of the background to a much older landscape.
Billionaires’ Bay is one of the most striking coastal settings around Cap d’Antibes. It appeals to guests who enjoy rugged scenery and the feeling of exploring the edge of the peninsula.
The villas and famous nickname add a little Riviera mythology. The natural setting is what makes the destination worth considering for your private boat day.
A rocky cove beneath Villa Eilenroc
The traditional name of this coastal cove is Anse de l’Argent-Faux. It lies beneath Villa Eilenroc on the southern part of Cap d’Antibes.
The Baie des Milliardaires name reflects the area’s association with exceptional properties and the wealth of the Riviera. Yet from the water, much of the shoreline still feels rugged.
Rock formations give the coast its structure. Mediterranean vegetation softens the slopes above, and the estates tend to sit behind the greenery. Take your time to appreciate the whole setting.
Rocky coastal scenery
Explore the changing shapes of the headland and coves. The interest is in the natural detail as much as the wider view.
A less polished Cap d’Antibes
Discover a contrast to the peninsula’s grand-hotel image: rock, water and greenery close to the shoreline.
A destination to enjoy slowly
Make time for the scenery, a swim where appropriate and a relaxed pause aboard. You do not need a beach-club reservation.
A little Riviera mythology, with a much wilder coastline than the nickname might suggest.
Swimming around Billionaires’ Bay
If your group enjoys natural coastal settings, a swim around this part of Cap d’Antibes may be a highlight of a western itinerary.
Where conditions and local rules allow, your skipper selects a suitable permitted stopping position. Enjoy time in the water, then relax aboard with the rocky coastline around you.
The water can be strikingly clear, but visibility varies with the weather, sea state and activity in the area. No particular water color or level of clarity is guaranteed.
Snorkeling equipment is aboard L’Esquinade if conditions are suitable and you would like to look beneath the surface.
Your skipper chooses the stopping place
The appearance of a cove does not tell the whole story. Wind, swell, boat traffic, local restrictions and the seabed all influence whether a stop is appropriate.
We do not promise a fixed anchorage, a position directly beside the rocks or access to a particular patch of shoreline.
Tell us the experience you are looking for, and your skipper can recommend the most suitable option for the actual day.
The protected natural coast of Cap d’Antibes
The wider Cap d’Antibes coastline forms part of the Baie et Cap d’Antibes – Îles de Lérins Natura 2000 area. Its marine habitats include protected Posidonia seagrass meadows.
These underwater meadows are part of the living Mediterranean, providing habitat and helping support the coastal ecosystem. They must be respected when choosing where to stop.
Enjoying this part of the Riviera means appreciating both the visible landscape and the habitats beneath the water.
Explore with care
- Anchoring must respect the seabed and local rules.
- Avoid touching or standing on marine habitats.
- Observe wildlife without disturbing it.
- Keep all rubbish aboard for disposal ashore.
- Follow your skipper’s swimming arrangements.
The exact permitted stopping position is a practical decision for the skipper, rather than a location fixed in advance.
A coastal stop without a beach-club timetable
You do not need to go ashore to appreciate Billionaires’ Bay. Stay with your group, enjoy the scenery and make the pause as relaxed as you want.
If lunch aboard appeals to you, discuss it with us beforehand. L’Esquinade has dining space, refrigeration and kitchenette facilities.
If a restaurant lunch is part of your ideal day, we can discuss a suitable venue elsewhere on your agreed route, with availability and access confirmed.
Villa Eilenroc
The Eilenroc estate is part of the setting above the Anse de l’Argent-Faux. From the boat, vegetation and viewing position influence what you can identify.
A visit to the villa or its grounds is not included in a coastal boat stop. Any visit ashore needs separate planning around current access arrangements.
Enjoy the landscape without expecting a close view of every property along the headland.
Plan the journey as well as the destination
Reaching Cap d’Antibes from Beaulieu-sur-Mer involves a longer cruise than staying around Cap Ferrat and Villefranche. The route, fuel estimate and time at the destination should all be discussed before booking.
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Choose the focus of the day
Tell us whether Billionaires’ Bay is your main priority, or one possibility within a wider Cap d’Antibes itinerary. Include your preferences for swimming and lunch.
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Depart Beaulieu for the western coastline
Meet your skipper and confirm the conditions and agreed route. Allow the cruising itself to be part of the experience.
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Enjoy the rugged Cap d’Antibes setting
Take in the cove and surrounding shoreline. A swimming stop depends on a suitable permitted position and conditions on the day.
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Leave time for a comfortable return
Balance time around the Cap with the full journey back to Beaulieu. A realistic plan leaves room to enjoy the destination.
Garoupe and Billionaires’ Bay: two different settings
If both interest you, ask about them together. Garoupe offers a sandier shoreline, while the Argent-Faux area has a more rugged character. Visiting both depends on the agreed route, available time and conditions.
Explore aboard L’Esquinade
Our Sunseeker Portofino 35 is reserved for your group of up to six charter guests, with an English-speaking skipper.
Whether you enjoy natural scenery, swimming or the experience of a longer coastal journey, tell us what matters most.
- Departure from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice.
- Personal itinerary planning.
- Complimentary water, French rosé and towels.
- Snorkeling equipment and floats aboard.
- Dining space, refrigeration and kitchenette facilities.
Confirm the western itinerary and fuel estimate
Longer cruising distances affect the balance and overall cost of the day. Ask us to discuss your proposed Cap d’Antibes route before reserving.
Confirm charter hours, the fuel estimate and any requested extras as part of your arrangements.
Read the Charter Cost GuideVisiting Billionaires’ Bay by private boat
Where is Billionaires’ Bay?
The Baie des Milliardaires is associated with the Anse de l’Argent-Faux, beneath Villa Eilenroc on the southern part of Cap d’Antibes.
Are Billionaires’ Bay and Argent-Faux the same place?
The official tourism authority uses the names Baie des Milliardaires and Anse de l’Argent-Faux for this coastal destination.
Does the charter depart from Antibes?
The charter described here departs from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice. Billionaires’ Bay is a destination to discuss within a western itinerary.
Can we swim around Billionaires’ Bay?
A swimming stop may be possible at a suitable permitted location. Your skipper assesses conditions, traffic, local restrictions and the seabed before choosing where to stop.
Will the water be clear?
Water clarity varies with weather and sea conditions. We cannot guarantee a particular level of visibility, water color or wildlife sightings.
Is this a private beach-club destination?
This page describes the natural coastal setting, rather than a private beach club. A visit focuses on the scenery and time aboard, with swimming where appropriate.
Can we visit Villa Eilenroc?
A villa or garden visit is not included in the charter. Current opening arrangements, shore access and timing would need to be considered separately.
Can we combine Billionaires’ Bay with Garoupe?
Both can be discussed within a Cap d’Antibes itinerary. Your skipper will consider the route, available time and conditions before confirming the plan.
Will a western route require more fuel?
A longer cruising route generally requires more fuel than a day staying close to Beaulieu. Ask for an estimate based on your proposed itinerary.
What if conditions do not suit the destination?
Your skipper will discuss the appropriate options under your charter arrangements. Safety and sea conditions take priority over reaching a specific cove.
Make the most of your private charter
Discover the rugged side of Cap d’Antibes
Tell us your dates, number of guests and what appeals to you about Billionaires’ Bay. We will help discuss a western private charter from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.