A Riviera boat day
Bring your friends, choose your music and settle into a full day on the water. Coastal views, swimming stops and time to enjoy wherever you are.
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Beaulieu Boat Charters · French Riviera
Private boat charters near Nice.
Private boat charters near Nice.
Your Riviera, your way.
Swim beneath the cliffs. Stretch out in the sunshine. Share a glass of rosé with your favourite people. Your own Sunseeker and skipper, departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
€1,950 plus fuel · Main-season full day · Up to six guests · Skipper included
Exclusively yours
Private boat for up to six guests
Your skipper included
Professional and English-speaking
The little things, covered
Water, French rosé and towels
Between Nice and Monaco
Depart from Beaulieu-sur-Mer
The day you’ll still be talking about
A different view.
A different view.
A slower pace.
A very good day.
Some of the best moments on the French Riviera happen a little way from the shore.
A swim beside a wooded headland. Lunch with a view that keeps changing. The cliffs of Èze rising above the water as you cruise past.
With Beaulieu Boat Charters, you have a private boat, a knowledgeable skipper and the freedom to shape the day around your group. More swimming, more sightseeing or simply more time doing very little.
Your day, planned with Alex.
Meet L’Esquinade
SUNSEEKER PORTOFINO 35
Your private place on the Mediterranean
Sun on the bow.
Sun on the bow.
Shade when you want it.
Our 35-foot Sunseeker gives you space to settle into the day. Relax on the bow sunbed, share lunch around the cockpit table or take a break beneath the bimini.
There is an interior saloon, two cabins and a bathroom with a toilet and shower. Your skipper handles the boat, so you can get comfortable and enjoy the coast.
Up to six guests
Professional skipper
Bow sunbed
Shaded cockpit
Bluetooth music
Onboard bathroom
Refrigerators
Snorkelling equipment
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What brings you aboard?
Make it your kind of memorable.
A holiday highlight, a family adventure or a moment worth celebrating. We help you find the right balance of cruising, swimming and time together.
Time with the family
Swap another day of sightseeing on foot for a private adventure together. A comfortable boat, flexible plans and a skipper who knows the coast.
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Honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays and proposals. Tell Alex what you have in mind, and discuss the details that will make the day feel personal.
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A coastline worth slowing down for
Find your favourite
Find your favourite
corner of the Riviera.
From the wooded shores of Cap Ferrat to the dramatic coves towards Monaco and Menton, every stretch of coast brings a different feeling to the day.
Cliffs, coves and coastal scenery
Mala & the eastern Riviera
Cruise beneath the steep Riviera landscape, with places such as Baie d’Èze and Mala bringing a sense of drama to an eastern itinerary.
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Colour, character and mountain views
Menton & the coast beyond Monaco
Continue east towards Cap Martin and Menton, where warm-coloured buildings rise from the water and the Italian coastline lies beyond.
Discover Menton →Cap Ferrat, Antibes or the Lérins Islands?
Explore all 12 destination guides on our coastline map. Nearby bays suit a relaxed pace; journeys west towards Antibes and Cannes need more cruising time and a route agreed in advance.
Your itinerary and stopping places depend on conditions, local regulations and your skipper’s assessment. Anchoring must respect protected Posidonia seagrass.
★★★★★
“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!”
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No rush to the next thing
Let the day unfold.
A standard summer charter usually runs from 10am to 6pm. How you spend those hours is something we plan together, with room to adapt to the sea and your group.
Start in Beaulieu
Meet your skipper at Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, get comfortable and talk through the day.
Cruise & swim
Enjoy the scenery, then stop for a swim where the conditions and local rules allow.
Stay aboard or go ashore
Bring a picnic or discuss catering and a restaurant stop in advance. Food and meals cost extra.
A little more of what you love
More sightseeing, another suitable swimming stop or simply time to stretch out before returning.
Found your kind of day?
Let’s make it a date.
Choose your preferred date below and secure your private charter with a €250 deposit. We’ll help you plan the details of your day.
€1,950 + fuel · Main-season full day
Up to six guests
Skipper included
Choose your date
Secure with a €250 deposit
Plan your day with Alex
Check availability & reserve your day
Departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer · Typical summer hours: 10am–6pm
The €250 deposit is part of your charter payment. The balance invoice follows. Fuel and optional extras are additional to the charter fee.
Planning a proposal, special departure time or alternative pickup? Contact Alex before booking .
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Your whole boat, clearly priced
One private charter.
One private charter.
Up to six guests.
A day that’s yours.
Our main-season full-day price is €1,950 plus fuel, including your professional skipper and French VAT.
Water, complimentary French rosé, towels, snorkelling equipment and floats are aboard. Lunch, additional drinks and personal extras are separate.
Tell Alex what you would like to see, and discuss the route and expected fuel cost together.
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The best part? Hearing about it afterwards.
Real guests. Very happy memories.
Selected excerpts from our guests’ five-star Google reviews, with links to the originals.
★★★★★
“The boat was beautiful, comfortable, and perfect for spending the day on the water. The entire experience felt effortless, special, and so well planned.”
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★★★★★
“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.”
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★★★★★
“We had the pleasure of taking a charter with Beaulieu Boat Charters and our experience was fantastic. Lorenzo was the captain of our charter and was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with accommodating our group.”
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Through our guests’ eyes
Wish you were here?
Sunshine, swimming stops and the view from the bow. A few moments shared by our guests.
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Your starting point
Near Nice.
Near Nice.
Between sea and mountains.
Your charter starts at Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, between Nice and Monaco, with Cap Ferrat and the surrounding coastline close at hand.
Staying in Nice or elsewhere on the Riviera? Contact Alex for practical advice about reaching the port. Alternative pickup arrangements must be agreed in advance and may involve additional costs.
Planning from overseas is straightforward too: discuss your day in English, ask your questions before you travel and arrive knowing what to expect.
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A few things you might be wondering
Before you step aboard.
How much is a private boat charter near Nice?
Our main-season full-day private charter costs €1,950 plus fuel. This covers the boat for up to six guests, a professional English-speaking skipper and French VAT. Food, additional drinks and optional arrangements cost extra.
Where do we board the boat?
Standard departure is from Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, between Nice and Monaco. Alternative pickups may be possible by advance agreement, with extra fuel, port fees and travel time where applicable.
Is the boat just for our group?
Yes. Your charter is private, with space for up to six guests in total. Children and babies count towards that limit. Your skipper is separate from the six-guest allowance.
Do we need a boating licence?
No. Your professional skipper operates the boat and handles navigation. You do not need a licence or previous boating experience.
Can we swim and snorkel?
Swimming and snorkelling can form part of the day when conditions are suitable. Equipment, floats and towels are aboard. Your skipper chooses appropriate stopping places with regard to sea conditions, traffic, local regulations and the seabed.
Can we bring children?
Yes. Tell us the ages of children under 16 in advance so suitable lifejacket sizing can be discussed. Parents remain responsible for supervising children aboard and in the water. Your skipper is not a childcare provider.
What should we do about lunch?
You can bring food to enjoy aboard or discuss catering and a restaurant stop in advance. Restaurant availability, access and any transfer arrangements must be confirmed. Meals and catering are additional to the charter price.
Can you help with a proposal or celebration?
Yes. Contact Alex before booking to discuss your ideas, especially if you need discretion, special timings or additional arrangements. Extras and non-standard departures are subject to availability and an agreed price.
What if the weather is unsafe?
If conditions make the charter unsafe, we will try to reschedule. If a suitable alternative cannot be arranged, a full refund is provided. Your skipper makes the safety decision.
How do we book?
Use the booking calendar on this page to choose your date. A €250 deposit secures your booking, and the balance invoice follows. If you have a particular route, special occasion or unusual timing in mind, contact Alex before booking.
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Make room for a very good day
The Riviera is waiting.
The Riviera is waiting.
Let’s get you out on the water.
Your own Sunseeker, your own skipper and your favourite people. Choose your date, tell us what you love and start looking forward to it.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Alex or call +33 6 33 46 18 72.