Your Boat Day
Near Nice, France.
Make This the Highlight.
A morning on the water. A swim in a beautiful bay. Lunch at your own pace. Spend a private Riviera day aboard a Sunseeker with the people you came away with.
Departing Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice · Up to six guests · Main-season full day €1,950 plus fuel
5.0 on Google · 119 reviewsSome days deserve more than another reservation.
Planning a boat day in Nice, France? Give yourselves a day of sea air, swimming, beautiful views and time together.
Step aboard L’Esquinade, our Sunseeker Portofino 35, in Beaulieu-sur-Mer between Nice and Monaco. Your English-speaking skipper takes care of the boat while you get comfortable and watch the coastline open up.
There’s no requirement to spend the whole day moving. Enjoy the journey, stop somewhere suitable, take a swim and settle into the Mediterranean pace. A glass of rosé in the shade can be just as much part of the experience as the next headland.
We plan with you beforehand, so your boat day reflects what your group actually enjoys: more swimming, more sightseeing, a long lunch or a relaxed combination.
A few beautiful things. Enough time for all of them.
You don’t need a packed itinerary. You need the right balance for the people aboard.
Your next dip is beside the boat.
Enjoy time in the Mediterranean when conditions allow. Float, swim or reach for a snorkel, with towels waiting when you come back aboard.
Let the coastline come to you.
Watch wooded headlands, waterfront villas and mountain-backed bays pass by. Your skipper brings local knowledge to the journey.
Spend the day together.
Your group has the boat privately. Share the views, put on your own music and enjoy conversations that don’t have another appointment waiting at the end.
How your Riviera boat day could unfold.
Think of this as inspiration. Your actual day is planned with you.
A typical summer full-day charter runs from 10am to 6pm. We help you use that time well, balancing travel with the stops you want to enjoy.
If swimming and lunch are your priorities, a route closer to Beaulieu can leave more time at anchor. If exploring the coastline matters most, we can discuss a day with more cruising.
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Step aboard in Beaulieu
Meet your skipper, get comfortable and talk through the route and onboard safety briefing.
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Enjoy the morning cruise
Settle into the sunshine or shade as the Riviera coastline passes.
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Find time for the water
Stop at a suitable location for swimming, snorkelling or relaxing aboard.
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Make lunch part of the day
Enjoy food aboard or a pre-arranged waterfront restaurant, subject to availability and suitable shore access.
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Let the afternoon slow down
Enjoy more scenery, another suitable swim or time on the sunbed before returning to port.
Keep it aboard. Or make an occasion of going ashore.
Food can be a simple pause or a highlight of the day. Tell us what you have in mind before your charter.
Bring lunch with you.
Enjoy your own food around the cockpit table, with refrigeration and a kitchenette aboard. It’s an easy way to keep the day flexible.
Discuss catering.
Ask us about catering arrangements before your charter. We can discuss what’s possible, your preferences and the additional cost.
Choose a restaurant stop.
We can recommend restaurants and help with reservations. The choice needs to fit the route, availability and suitable shore access.
Meals, catering and any applicable restaurant transfer charges are additional. Shore visits and restaurant tables require suitable arrangements.
Sunshine on the bow. Shade when you want it.
L’Esquinade gives your group different ways to enjoy being on the water.
Our 35-foot Sunseeker Portofino 35 welcomes up to six charter guests. Relax on the bow sunbed, gather around the cockpit table or sit beneath the bimini in the shade.
There’s a bathroom with toilet and shower, an interior salon, two cabins, a kitchenette and refrigerators. Bluetooth audio lets you bring your own soundtrack.
Already aboard for your day.
No boating experience or licence needed. Your skipper operates the boat while you enjoy the day.
We could tell you about the day. Our guests already have.
Selected words from guests who spent their own Riviera boat day with us.
“My husband and I were on our honeymoon, and our boat day was the highlight of it. In fact, before getting off the boat, we asked if we could come back the following day, and we did do just that!”
“The views were incredible, and each stop on our trip flowed seamlessly into the next, with ample amounts of both cruising and being parked to allow for eating, swimming, etc.”
“We left saying that we absolutely have to come back and do it again. I would recommend this company without hesitation to anyone looking for an unforgettable day on the French Riviera.”
Selected five-star excerpts. Google rating: 5.0 from 119 reviews, as shown in October 2026. Read our reviews on Google.
Real Guests. Unforgettable Riviera Days.
Sun on the bow, a dip beside the rocks and views that stay with you. A few moments captured by our guests.
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Choose an available date and reserve with a €250 deposit.
€1,950 plus fuel. The boat is yours for the day.
Our main-season full-day rate covers private use of L’Esquinade for up to six guests, your professional skipper and French VAT. It’s a whole-boat price, rather than a ticket price for each passenger.
Fuel is additional because it depends on the distance you travel and the conditions. We can discuss a likely fuel estimate when planning your route.
Food, restaurant meals, additional drinks and selected extras are charged separately. Seasonal and special-event charter rates may differ.
Choose a date. We’ll help with the rest.
Check availability online and reserve your charter with a €250 deposit. We follow up with the balance invoice and selected extras.
You don’t need to know every swimming stop before booking. Tell us who’s coming, where you’re staying and the kind of day you’d enjoy.
Check Availability & ReserveIf a particular restaurant, destination or special arrangement is essential, contact us before booking.
Start your boat day in Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
Our standard departure point is the Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, between Nice and Monaco, beside Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
Tell us where your hotel or accommodation is located and we can help you plan your arrival. Meeting instructions are confirmed before your charter.
Collection from Nice or another port may sometimes be arranged in advance, with additional fuel, port fees and travel time. Ask us which option makes sense for your day.
Pack for a relaxed day in the sun.
- Swimwear, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Any personal items you need during the day.
- Your own food if you’re planning lunch aboard.
- Your favourite playlist for the Bluetooth sound system.
Towels, water, French rosé and snorkelling equipment are already aboard.
Let us know beforehand if children under 16 are joining so appropriately sized life jackets can be provided.
Boat day near Nice: your questions answered.
What do we actually do during a boat day?
Your day can combine coastal cruising, sightseeing, suitable swimming and snorkelling stops, lunch and relaxing aboard. We help plan the balance around your group, available time and the conditions.
Is the boat private to our group?
Yes. You have the boat privately for up to six guests, with your professional skipper aboard. You won’t share the charter with unrelated passengers.
How long is a full boat day?
A typical summer full-day charter runs from 10am to 6pm. Different timings or a longer day need advance agreement and may involve additional costs.
Does the boat leave from Nice?
Our standard departure is from the Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, between Nice and Monaco. Alternative collection may sometimes be arranged in advance, with additional charges and travel time.
What does the €1,950 price include?
The main-season full-day rate includes the private boat for up to six guests, professional skipper, French VAT, water, complimentary French rosé, towels and snorkelling equipment. Fuel, meals, additional drinks and selected extras are separate. Seasonal and special-event rates may differ.
Can we spend more time swimming than cruising?
Yes. Tell us your preferences when planning the day. A route closer to Beaulieu, Cap Ferrat and Villefranche can leave more time for suitable swimming stops and relaxation. Your skipper decides where it is appropriate to stop on the day.
Are swimming stops guaranteed?
Swimming depends on weather, sea state, traffic and local regulations. Your skipper chooses suitable locations and may change the route or stops. Anchoring must respect protected Posidonia seagrass and local restrictions.
Can we bring food or have lunch ashore?
You can bring food aboard, discuss catering in advance or ask us to help arrange a waterfront restaurant. Restaurant availability, suitable shore access and the route all matter. Meals and any applicable transfer charges are additional.
Is there shade and a bathroom on the boat?
Yes. L’Esquinade has shaded cockpit seating beneath the bimini and a bathroom with toilet and shower. There is also a bow sunbed, dining table and interior salon.
Can children come aboard?
Yes, families are welcome within the six-guest limit. Please tell us in advance if children under 16 are joining so appropriately sized life jackets can be provided. Discuss specific guest needs with us before booking.
Do we need boating experience?
No. Your professional English-speaking skipper operates the boat and handles navigation. You join as guests.
What if the weather is unsafe?
If adverse weather makes it unsafe to go to sea, the charter can be rescheduled. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund is provided. Booking earlier in your stay can give more flexibility for an alternative date.
How do we reserve our boat day?
Visit the booking page, choose an available date and reserve with a €250 deposit. We can then help plan your route, lunch options and meeting arrangements.
A little inspiration before you board.
Find your favourite bay
Explore the swimming bays and boat stops along the Riviera, with a map to help you understand the coastline.
Explore the bays guide →Plan swimming and lunch
Get a feel for how cruising, swimming and waterfront dining can fit into a private charter day.
Read the swimming and lunch guide →Your first charter?
Understand the practical details, from planning and boarding to enjoying your time on the water.
Read the first-time guide →