Tailor-made boat trips in Saint-Tropez
A boat trip in Saint-Tropez lets you discover the gulf and its coastline from the sea during a private outing in the bay, a day aboard a yacht, or a one-of-a-kind sunset cruise.
Seen from the sea, Saint-Tropez reveals another side of itself as the peninsula unveils its hidden coves, pine groves and secret villas, invisible from land. A few minutes’ walk from the port, the 5-star Hôtel La Mandarine and its Clefs d’Or concierge service craft your time at sea for a privileged moment on the water.
Renting a yacht for a luxury boat trip in Saint-Tropez
Renting a yacht in Saint-Tropez is the chance to enjoy a true moment of relaxation and tranquillity to discover the most beautiful secret coves of Saint-Tropez and drop anchor off the Mediterranean coast while enjoying 5-star comfort aboard a high-end boat.
During a boat trip in Saint-Tropez aboard a luxury yacht, professional skippers take you to the most beautiful spots in the gulf in complete safety and, should you wish, drop you off at the finest beaches nearby. The experience at sea is 100% tailor-made, with towels provided by the charter companies, water sports equipment on hand, and a catering service accompanying you throughout the day.
As the mood takes you, you can drop anchor in the turquoise waters of Cap Taillat, head to Pampelonne for lunch at a beach club, or set course for the nature reserve of the Îles d’Or. Whatever your request, La Mandarine’s Clefs d’Or concierge service arranges every detail of this day at sea, from choosing the yacht to the table booked ashore.
Practical information:
- Vessels: motor yacht or sailing boat with crew.
- Services: skipper, towels, water toys, onboard catering.
- Packages: day, weekend or week.
- Price: on average around €6,000 per day, depending on the yacht category and the services included.
- Booking: on request, through the Clefs d’Or concierge service.
What are the best routes for a boat trip in Saint-Tropez?
Renting a luxury yacht or catamaran for the day is enough to discover several stunning spots in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, such as:
- The Bay of Pampelonne,
- The enchanting Cap Taillat
- The magical islands of Port-Cros and Porquerolles, at the heart of a protected natural habitat
- The incomparable calanques of the Estérel
Discovering the Bay of Pampelonne
A few miles from the port, the Bay of Pampelonne unfurls five kilometres of fine sand facing water that shifts from turquoise to deep blue. From the open sea, the shore reveals itself without the crowds of the beaches, inviting you to dive into an idyllic sea.
Pampelonne beach is lined with private clubs and restaurant such as Nikki Beach or Club 55, where you can be dropped off for an aperitif or to savour Mediterranean cuisine, all in a festive atmosphere by the water.
The enchanting Cap Taillat
Further west, Cap Taillat marks the start of a coastline that has remained wild, untouched by any building. This strip of sand, linked to the land by a slender spit, can be reached only by boat, far from the roads and the busy trails. The water here is unreally clear and the coves almost deserted, making this one of the most beautiful anchorages in the gulf.
Only a private boat trip gives access to this unspoilt setting, where the turquoise water invites you to swim and snorkel, far from all the bustle.
Setting course for the magical islands of Port-Cros and Porquerolles
Out at sea, the Îles d’Or are nestled at the heart of a protected natural habitat, where you can discover spectacular seabeds while snorkelling or diving. Explore Port-Cros, France’s first marine national park, known for its underwater trail where the rare clarity of the water lets you admire all the marine life.
Discover Porquerolles too, with its white-sand beaches, pine groves and vineyards — perfect to explore by bike during a stopover, or for a gourmet break. These islands offer one of the most beautiful escapes in the Mediterranean, to be cruised aboard a private yacht.
The incomparable calanques of the Estérel
The trip to the calanques of the Estérel is the most spectacular outing at sea in the gulf, as the red volcanic rock of the cliffs plunges into the Mediterranean, contrasting with the blue of the water.
Your private yacht slips in as close as possible to the cliffs, secluded coves and small beaches that are hard to reach from land. You drop anchor in deep, crystal-clear water, the engine falls silent, and only the peaceful sounds of the sea remain. It is the perfect moment for a swim, before a lunch served on board, sheltered in a calanque. A raw and majestic setting that only the sea allows you to approach so closely.
The sunset boat trip aboard a private yacht
A boat trip at sunset is a unique moment to experience aboard a fully private yacht or catamaran. As the light fades, the yacht leaves the port and heads out to open water, where the sea offers the clearest view of the sun slipping behind the Massif des Maures.
The engine goes quiet, the wake fades, and the moment hangs suspended. A glass of champagne in hand and a board of Mediterranean delicacies to go with it — this is one of the most sought-after experiences in the gulf, one that La Mandarine’s Clefs d’Or concierge can extend with a dinner served on board. The concierge service can bring in caterers, fine wines and champagne from the best suppliers on the French Riviera.
How to organize a tailor-made boat trip in Saint-Tropez
La Mandarine takes care of finding the ideal vessel and orchestrating the boat trip down to the smallest detail, right through to the champagne served facing the sunset. To do so, there are several leading firms, based on the French Riviera, that charter private yachts and catamarans. They all handle the service from end to end — vessel, crew, tailor-made itinerary — and work directly with the hotel’s concierge service:
- Excellence Riviera charters crewed private yachts designed for a day with no logistics to worry about: towels and water sports equipment provided, a jacuzzi on board on certain vessels, and a service that attends to every detail of the outing.
- Dream Yachting creates fully tailor-made days and evenings, both dockside and at sea, aboard the finest vessels in the region.
- Arthaud Yachting has a large fleet of crewed motor yachts and maxi-catamarans, and also provides water-taxi transfers between the ports of the gulf.
Practical tips for a successful boat trip
To make the most of your time at sea, we recommend booking ahead, checking the weather and leaving the organizational details in the hands of experts.
- Book ahead: the finest yachts are booked up quickly in July and August, when demand for the best vessels is high. It is best to make your request several days in advance, or even several weeks for an outing in high season.
- Forget about logistics: towels, water sports equipment, refreshments and lunch are all provided on board. All you need is a swimsuit and a pair of sunglasses
FAQ
What is the price of renting a yacht for a day in Saint-Tropez?
As a guide, a sunset outing starts at around €800, a half-day at around €1,400 and a full day from €2,300, captain and water sports equipment included. Yachts with a crew and the largest vessels cost more, with prices on request. Fuel is generally charged separately.
What is included in a tailor-made boat trip?
The boat is run by a crew attentive to every detail of your outing. Depending on what you book, this includes skippers, hostesses, a lunch prepared on board, bath towels, refreshments and water sports equipment such as a paddleboard or a Seabob, and sometimes a jacuzzi on deck. The itinerary is put together freely, à la carte, to best suit your needs.
What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the outing at sea?
If the sea is rough, the skipper adjusts the route, chooses a sheltered anchorage or shifts the timing to make the most of the best window of the day. If conditions do not allow safe sailing, the outing is postponed. The concierge service then takes care of finding a new date for your trip out to sea.
