Monaco Yacht Charter 2026 | Blue Ocean Club

Introduction

Why charter a yacht in Monaco.

A luxury yacht charter Monaco rewards guests with a combination you cannot replicate from a hotel: total privacy, an itinerary that flexes around your party, and access to coves, restaurants and reefs that road-bound travellers simply never see. Blue Ocean Club curates Monaco cruises across motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and superyachts — every option live-priced against the global live availability feed and presented with our 100% best-price guarantee.

Plan a luxury monaco yacht charter with Blue Ocean Club — crewed motor yachts, sailing yachts and catamarans, real-time availability and bespoke 2026 itineraries. Days unfold at the pace of the sea: long swims off the platform, lunch at a beach club where your concierge has held the best table, an afternoon cruise to a quieter anchorage, cocktails on the bow as the light softens. The captain rewrites tomorrow's plan based on tonight's weather and your party's mood.

We work with a small list of crewed yacht charter Monaco operators we know personally — captains we have cruised with, chefs whose tasting menus we have eaten, stewardesses who know your children's names by the end of day one. The result is a charter that feels less like a booking and more like a private invitation.

Best Time to Visit

When to charter in Monaco.

The prime window for a yacht charter Monaco runs late May through early October. Use the table below to balance weather, value and crowds.

Month	Weather	Pros	Cons	Crowd
April	19°C air / 16°C sea	Pre-season — full availability, ideal for shoulder corporate events	Sea cool, beach clubs only weekends	Low
May	22°C air / 19°C sea	F1 Grand Prix week is the social high point of the year	Outside F1 sea still cool; F1 week 50–100% premium	Medium peak F1 week
June	26°C air / 22°C sea	Warm water, every restaurant open, sensible pricing — the smartest month for a luxury yacht charter Monaco	Cannes Lions advertising festival (third week) inflates Cannes-area berths	Medium
July	29°C air / 25°C sea	Long days, full Riviera social calendar	Premium rates, advance berth booking essential everywhere	High
August	31°C air / 26°C sea	Warmest sea, peak Riviera	Highest prices of summer, hardest berths in Cannes/Saint-Tropez	Very high
September	27°C air / 24°C sea	Monaco Yacht Show end-September — biggest superyacht week of the European calendar	MYS week is the most expensive berthing week of the year; outside MYS, lower rates and warm sea	Very high MYS week

Season Guide

French Riviera charter season, events & booking calendar

Month-by-month weather, regatta dates, beach-club openings and the exact weeks our brokers recommend for this cruising ground.

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Cruising Grounds

Top cruising areas & highlights of Monaco.

A handful of signature experiences that define a charter on this coast.

01

Monaco & Larvotto

Port Hercule arrival, Casino Square, Hôtel de Paris, Larvotto promenade. The opening day of any Monaco yacht charter.

02

Cap d'Ail & Eze-sur-Mer

Plage de la Mala for lunch, La Chèvre d'Or for dinner above Eze Village — the classic Monaco lunch+dinner day.

03

Cap Ferrat & Beaulieu

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat villas (Rothschild, La Léopolda), Paloma Beach lunch, Villa Kérylos at Beaulieu.

04

Villefranche & Nice

Deep anchorage off Villefranche citadel, lunch in the old town, Nice Promenade des Anglais and the old port for dinner.

05

Cannes & Saint-Tropez (one-way)

Western Riviera continuation — Îles de Lérins, Cap d'Antibes (Hôtel du Cap), Saint-Tropez and Pampelonne beach clubs (Club 55, Nikki Beach). Adds 2–3 days to a Monaco-only itinerary.

The Fleet

Featured yachts in Monaco.

Live pricing — charters from €490,000 / week

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Sample Itineraries

Suggested routes for Monaco.

Starting points — every itinerary is rewritten around your party, weather and the captain's local knowledge.

7 Days · Recommended Route

Suggested 7-day Monaco itinerary

Day 1Embark Port Hercule → Plage de la Mala. Board mid-afternoon at the T-quay, short tender hop to Plage de la Mala for sunset cocktails, dinner at Le Louis XV.
Day 2Monaco → Cap Ferrat. Morning passage west, lunch at Paloma Beach, afternoon at anchor below Villa Rothschild, dinner at La Chèvre d'Or in Eze.
Day 3Cap Ferrat → Villefranche → Nice. Anchor off Villefranche citadel for lunch in the old town, afternoon shopping on Promenade des Anglais, dinner at La Petite Maison.
Day 4Nice → Antibes / Cap d'Antibes. West to Cap d'Antibes, lunch at Plage Keller (Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc), tour the headland, dinner at Le Pavillon.
Day 5Antibes → Cannes → Îles de Lérins. La Croisette in the morning, lunch at La Guérite on Sainte-Marguerite, evening berth at Port Pierre Canto.
Day 6Cannes → Saint-Tropez (Pampelonne). 4-hour passage SW, lunch at Club 55 on Pampelonne, sunset cocktails at La Réserve à la Plage, dinner in Saint-Tropez old town.
Day 7Saint-Tropez → return to Monaco (or one-way). Return cruise east via Cap d'Antibes; one-way charters disembark Saint-Tropez and helicopter back to Nice/Monaco.

7 Days

The Classic Monaco Week

Route map · Monaco

Day 1Embarkation, welcome lunch on board, short cruise to a quiet first anchorage.
Day 2Morning swim, lunch at a coastal restaurant by tender, afternoon cruise.
Day 3Full day at a marquee island — beach club lunch, sunset cocktails ashore.
Day 4Quiet anchorage day — water toys, paddleboarding, private chef dinner.
Day 5Cultural town visit, historic old harbour, dinner in a candlelit courtyard.
Day 6Long swim morning, lunch under way, final marquee anchorage.
Day 7Champagne breakfast, gentle return to base, disembarkation.

10 Days

Extended Monaco Cruising

Route map · Monaco

Day 1Embarkation, settle aboard, short repositioning.
Day 2Two days exploring the most photogenic coastline.
Day 3Cultural day ashore with a private guide.
Day 4Diving / snorkelling day on the best reef in range.
Day 5Long cruising day to a quieter archipelago.
Day 6Beach-club lunch and shopping in a marquee port.
Day 7Sunset crossing, chef's tasting menu on the aft deck.
Day 8Final swim morning, leisurely return to base.
Day 9Disembarkation after breakfast on board.

14 Days

The Grand Monaco Voyage

Route map · Monaco

Day 1Embarkation and welcome dinner on board.
Day 2Week one: classic seven-day route in slow motion — twin nights at the best anchorages.
Day 3Repositioning across to a neighbouring cruising ground.
Day 4Three days exploring a less-visited archipelago.
Day 5Cultural shore day with a private historian.
Day 6Return cruise via marquee ports with beach-club lunches.
Day 7Final sunset crossing and farewell dinner.

Experiences

Things to do on your Monaco charter.

From quiet anchorages to marquee beach clubs — a sample of what we routinely arrange.

◆Private beach-club lunches at the coast's most coveted tables
◆Cellar-driven dinners with the yacht's chef sourcing from local markets
◆Snorkelling, scuba diving and underwater scooter tours of nearby reefs
◆E-foiling, seabobbing, wakeboarding and paddleboarding from the swim platform
◆Private historian or sommelier-led shore excursions in old towns
◆Helicopter transfers to inland vineyards, golf courses and Michelin restaurants
◆Spa treatments and yoga on the foredeck at anchor
◆Tender picnics on hidden beaches reachable only by water
◆Sunset cocktails on the bow with the captain charting tomorrow's course
◆Stargazing nights in remote anchorages well away from coastal light

Marinas & Ports

Real marinas & ports in Monaco.

Port Hercule →

The legendary Monaco harbour, 700 berths up to 110m at the T-quay, customs/immigration on-site. The default base for a Monaco yacht charter and the year's marquee superyacht week (Monaco Yacht Show, late September).

Insider · During the F1 Grand Prix (late May) the harbour becomes the most photographed yacht anchorage in the world — berths allocated to repeat owners 18+ months ahead.

Port de Fontvieille

Monaco's second harbour, 200 berths up to 45m, on the western side under the Rocher.

Insider · Calmer than Hercule, walking distance to the Princess Stéphanie boutiques and Stars'N'Bars.

Port de Cap d'Ail

260 berths up to 75m on the French side of the border, popular with yachts overflowing from Port Hercule.

Insider · Cheaper berthing alternative — 10-minute coast walk to Monaco, helicopter pad on-site.

Port Vauban (Antibes)

Largest superyacht marina on the Mediterranean — 1,500 berths up to 165m, 30 minutes by helicopter or 90 minutes by road from Monaco.

Insider · The legendary Quai des Milliardaires hosts the world's largest superyachts; combine with Monaco for a one-week luxury yacht charter Monaco + French Riviera.

Yacht Types

Charter types suitable for Monaco.

Superyacht (35–60m)

The standard luxury yacht charter Monaco format — Port Hercule berth priority, helipad arrivals, full chef-led galley, formal hospitality.

Megayacht (60m+)

For F1 and Monaco Yacht Show weeks — corporate guest programmes, submersibles, helicopter operations.

Motor yacht (24–35m)

Entry to Monaco — perfect for couples or small families running the Mala / Cap Ferrat day-trip itinerary.

Vintage Riva Aquariva

Classic 1960s-style sunset run inside Port Hercule and out to Cap Ferrat — booked alongside the main yacht.

Local Luxury

Luxury experiences in Monaco.

Restaurants, beach clubs, diving, events, private aviation and villas your concierge can pre-book before you board.

Sport

F1 Grand Prix from the aft deck

Yacht moored along the harbour chicane is the world's most sought-after corporate hospitality — 50–100% premium and 18-month advance booking.

Dining

Helicopter to Mirazur for lunch

7-minute hop Monaco → Menton, lunch at Mauro Colagreco's three-star, return for sunset cocktails.

Cultural

Private Casino de Monte-Carlo evening

After-hours private salon visit organised by the SBM concierge, dinner at Le Louis XV.

Underwater

Submarine excursion

Some 70m+ yachts carry a U-Boat Worx submersible — dive to 200m off Cap Ferrat.

Cruising

Vintage Riva Aquarama

1960s Riva Aquarama booked alongside the main yacht for sunset cocktails in Monaco harbour.

Charter Cost

What does a Monaco yacht charter cost?

Weekly base prices for a Yacht Charter Monaco are quoted exclusive of fuel, food, beverages and dockage, which sit in an APA of 25–35%. French Riviera charter VAT runs 0–20% depending on itinerary composition (reduced when including international waters). Port Hercule dockage during F1 and the Monaco Yacht Show is the most expensive yacht week of the European calendar — a 50m yacht berth can exceed €25,000/night during these events. A motor yacht over 30m is effectively mandatory.

Yacht tier	Weekly base (EUR)	Notes
Motor yacht 24–35m (8–12 guests)	€80,000 – €220,000 / week	Entry-level Monaco yacht charter.
Superyacht 35–50m (10–12 guests)	€220,000 – €700,000 / week	Most popular luxury yacht charter Monaco format.
Superyacht 50–70m (12+ guests)	€650,000 – €1,800,000 / week	Full beach club, helipad, chef-led galley, jet skis, submersibles optional.
Megayacht 70m+ (12+ guests)	€1,500,000 – €4,000,000+ / week	Top tier — Lürssen, Feadship, Oceanco — typically held by the same families year after year.

What affects the final price

◆F1 Grand Prix week (late May) — 50–100% premium and 1+ year advance booking for Port Hercule berths.
◆Monaco Yacht Show (late September) — entire harbour repurposed as the show floor; charter availability is limited to anchored yachts.
◆Helicopter transfer Nice ↔ Monaco — c. €1,000–€1,500 one-way for 4 pax.
◆Corporate event format — a corporate yacht charter Monaco at the GP commands the same rate as a private charter, with full hospitality build.

Beach Clubs

Real beach clubs in Monaco.

Tender bookings, table reservations and tender-jetty access arranged through your Blue Ocean Club concierge — request via the enquiry form.

La Note Bleue

Plage du Larvotto, Monaco

Jazz-themed beach club on the Larvotto promenade — walking distance from Port Hercule.

Eden Plage Mala

Plage de la Mala, Cap d'Ail

The defining sun-on-the-rocks lunch of a luxury yacht charter Monaco — yacht tender directly onto the beach.

Paloma Beach

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

Family-run beach restaurant on the east side of Cap Ferrat — Maybourne Riviera and Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat clientele.

Anjuna Beach

Eze-sur-Mer

Bohemian beach club between Monaco and Nice — late lunch into sunset DJ.

Plage Keller

Cap d'Antibes

Tender from yachts anchored off Cap d'Antibes, lunch at the historic Plage Keller — Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc clientele.

Restaurants

Real restaurants worth a tender in Monaco.

Tables held in advance by your concierge — from beachfront seafood shacks to Michelin-starred dining rooms.

Le Louis XV — Alain Ducasse

Hôtel de Paris, Monte-Carlo

Three-Michelin-star Mediterranean

Ducasse's flagship since 1987, the third yacht-week table on the Riviera (after Mirazur and Le Petit Nice). Book 1–2 months ahead.

Mirazur

Menton (30 min east of Monaco)

Three-Michelin-star, World's 50 Best #1 (2019)

Mauro Colagreco's hillside terrace overlooking the Italian border — book 3 months ahead, yacht car arranged.

Yoshi

Hôtel Métropole, Monaco

One-Michelin-star Japanese

Joël Robuchon-trained Takéo Yamazaki — the Riviera's best contemporary Japanese.

La Chèvre d'Or

Èze Village

Two-Michelin-star, perched at 400m

Helicopter or yacht car up to the medieval village — terrace view of Cap Ferrat from sunset onwards.

La Petite Maison

Nice old town (45 min west)

Niçoise

Truffle pasta and stuffed zucchini flowers — the lunch institution that opened branches in London, Dubai and Miami.

Anchorages

Best anchorages & bays in Monaco.

The protected coves, sandbanks and lagoons your captain will plot into your week.

Plage de la Mala

Cap d'Ail (west of Monaco)

Two beach restaurants (Eden Plage Mala, La Réserve de la Mala) accessible only by yacht tender or 200-step staircase. The defining lunch anchorage of a luxury yacht charter Monaco.

Baie de Beaulieu

Beaulieu-sur-Mer (between Monaco and Villefranche)

Sheltered bay below the Villa Kérylos. Quiet overnight stop between Monaco arrival and a Cap Ferrat day.

Cap Ferrat (Paloma Beach)

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

East side of the cape, Paloma Beach club ashore, the original Maybourne Riviera tender stop. Sheltered from west wind.

Villefranche-sur-Mer

East of Nice

Deepest natural harbour on the Riviera — superyachts anchor in 25m water 200m off the citadel. Tender to the old town for dinner.

Îles de Lérins (Sainte-Marguerite)

Off Cannes, 90 minutes west

Pine-forested island opposite Cannes, lunch at La Guérite, the Cannes Film Festival yacht overflow anchorage.

Yacht Recommendations

Recommended yachts for Monaco.

Specific yachts our team has personally vetted on this cruising ground.

M/Y Lady Moura

105m Blohm+Voss · 12 guests

Riviera legend, Monaco resident, the swimming pool that doubles as a helipad with a sliding mechanical deck.

M/Y O'Pari

95m Golden Yachts · 12 guests

Newest 95m charter on the Riviera — F1 and MYS week berth in Port Hercule three years running.

M/Y Tatiana

80m Bilgin · 12 guests

2024 launch, beach club, exterior cinema, the most-photographed superyacht of last MYS.

M/Y Quinta Essentia

55m Heesen Admiral · 10 guests

Mid-size for a private yacht charter Monaco — full beach club, jet skis, helipad.

Local Insider Tips

Insider knowledge for your Monaco charter.

Monaco F1 Grand Prix (late May) and Monaco Yacht Show (late September) are the two biggest yacht weeks of the year — Port Hercule berths allocated to repeat owners 18+ months ahead.
Combine Monaco with a Cap Ferrat → Saint-Tropez → Cannes loop for a complete French Riviera yacht charter — 7 days is the minimum.
Helicopter transfer Nice ↔ Monaco is 7 minutes; book direct with Monacair or via concierge.
Crew gratuity 10–15% of charter base price, customary at disembarkation.
Marine VAT in France runs 20%, reduced when itineraries include international waters — broker pre-calculates.
Plage de la Mala daybeds book 2–3 weeks ahead in August — yacht concierge essential.
Reserve Le Louis XV (Alain Ducasse) at least 1 month ahead, and Mirazur (Mauro Colagreco, Menton, 30 min east) at least 3 months.

Team Pick

A personal recommendation from Christoph.

Christoph Berger, Adriatic Specialist at Blue Ocean Club — Christoph Berger
Adriatic Specialist

Questions

Monaco yacht charter FAQs.

How much does a luxury yacht charter in Monaco cost?+

Weekly rates in Monaco typically range from €25,000 for a mid-size sailing yacht or catamaran up to €350,000+ for a 50m superyacht. Final cost depends on yacht size, age, season and the inclusion of expenses such as fuel, dockage and provisioning (APA). Blue Ocean Club presents a fully transparent quotation with our 100% best-price guarantee.

What is the best yacht type for Monaco?+

Motor yachts cover longer distances quickly and suit guests who prioritise interior comfort. Catamarans offer stability, generous deck space and shallow draft access to coves. Classic sailing yachts deliver the most authentic experience. For families and groups of eight or more we frequently recommend a 25–40m motor yacht or large catamaran in Monaco.

Do I need a sailing licence to charter a yacht in Monaco?+

No. Every yacht we present is a crewed charter — captain, chef, deckhand and stewardess are included. You arrive, embark, and the crew handles navigation, meals, water toys and concierge logistics.

What is included in a crewed yacht charter?+

The base charter fee covers the yacht itself, the professional crew, their wages, insurance and the use of all standard water toys on board. Fuel, food, beverages, dockage, port taxes and concierge bookings are settled through an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) — typically 25–35% of the charter fee — with unused funds returned at the end of the cruise.

When is the best time of year to charter a yacht in Monaco?+

The prime window in Monaco runs late May through early October, when the sea is warm, the wind reliable and the coast at its most photogenic. Shoulder months offer excellent value and noticeably quieter anchorages.

Can you arrange a private chef and tailored menus on board in Monaco?+

Yes. Every crewed yacht we recommend in Monaco carries a professional chef. We share a detailed preference sheet ahead of your charter — covering dietary requirements, favourite wines, children's menus, dinner-party concepts and shore-side restaurant reservations — so the galley is provisioned to your taste before you step aboard.

How far in advance should I book a yacht in Monaco?+

For peak weeks (mid-July to late-August in the Mediterranean, Christmas and Easter in the Caribbean) the best yachts are typically reserved 6–9 months ahead. Shoulder-season weeks can be confirmed comfortably 1–3 months out. Our real-time availability feed surfaces last-minute openings as they appear.

Are children welcome on board?+

Absolutely. Many of our crews are highly experienced with families — child-safe netting, paddleboards, sea-bobs, inflatable toys and tailored menus are routinely arranged. We can also organise a dedicated nanny or tutor on request.

What water toys and tenders are typically available in Monaco?+

Standard inventories include a tender (often 6–9m), seabobs, e-foils, jet-skis, paddleboards, wakeboards, snorkelling gear and inflatable platforms. Larger yachts carry diving equipment, jet-surfs, submarines and full PADI-rated dive teams.

Can you arrange helicopter, jet or private transfers?+

Yes. We routinely arrange door-to-yacht transfers — private jet, helicopter, chauffeured car or marina pick-up — so your party steps from runway to passerelle without friction.

Is gratuity included in the Monaco charter fee?+

Crew gratuity is customary and discretionary, typically 5–15% of the base charter fee, settled at the end of the cruise in cash or by transfer. We provide clear guidance ahead of disembarkation.

What happens if the weather turns during my Monaco charter?+

Your captain monitors forecasts continuously and adjusts the itinerary to keep you on calm water and in beautiful anchorages. The cruising plan is always flexible — a charter is a route sketch, not a fixed schedule.

Why Blue Ocean Club

Why charter Monaco with us.

01

Real-time availability

Live availability feed across 2,000+ yachts — hold and confirm in hours, not weeks.

02

100% best-price guarantee

We do not mark up the charter fee. The price you see is the operator's price.

03

Independent advice

Our recommendations follow the boat, not a commission — owners pay us, not introducing brokers.

04

Concierge depth

Restaurants, transfers, private guides, helicopters and beach clubs handled long before you board.

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Why charter a yacht in Monaco.

When to charter in Monaco.

French Riviera charter season, events & booking calendar

Top cruising areas & highlights of Monaco.

Monaco & Larvotto

Cap d'Ail & Eze-sur-Mer

Cap Ferrat & Beaulieu

Villefranche & Nice

Cannes & Saint-Tropez (one-way)

Featured yachts in Monaco.

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Suggested routes for Monaco.

Suggested 7-day Monaco itinerary

The Classic Monaco Week

Extended Monaco Cruising

The Grand Monaco Voyage

Things to do on your Monaco charter.

Real marinas & ports in Monaco.

Port Hercule →

Port de Fontvieille

Port de Cap d'Ail

Port Vauban (Antibes)

Charter types suitable for Monaco.

Superyacht (35–60m)

Megayacht (60m+)

Motor yacht (24–35m)

Vintage Riva Aquariva

Luxury experiences in Monaco.

F1 Grand Prix from the aft deck

Helicopter to Mirazur for lunch

Private Casino de Monte-Carlo evening

Submarine excursion

Vintage Riva Aquarama

What does a Monaco yacht charter cost?

Real beach clubs in Monaco.

La Note Bleue

Eden Plage Mala

Paloma Beach

Anjuna Beach

Plage Keller

Real restaurants worth a tender in Monaco.

Le Louis XV — Alain Ducasse

Mirazur

Yoshi

La Chèvre d'Or

La Petite Maison

Best anchorages & bays in Monaco.

Plage de la Mala

Baie de Beaulieu

Cap Ferrat (Paloma Beach)

Villefranche-sur-Mer

Îles de Lérins (Sainte-Marguerite)

Recommended yachts for Monaco.

M/Y Lady Moura

M/Y O'Pari

M/Y Tatiana

M/Y Quinta Essentia

Insider knowledge for your Monaco charter.

A personal recommendation from Christoph.

Monaco yacht charter FAQs.

Why charter Monaco with us.

Real-time availability

100% best-price guarantee

Independent advice

Concierge depth

More cruising grounds.

Amalfi Coast

Antalya

Antibes

Athens

Balearic Islands

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