Antibes is the superyacht capital of the Mediterranean and Port Vauban is the largest yacht marina in Europe. A 40 metre charter yacht based here sits at the active end of the Riviera fleet, offering a full crew complement, five or six guest cabins and the range to reach Monaco, Cannes and the Ligurian coast within a day. The bay of Antibes gives immediate access to Cap d Antibes anchorages and the Lerin Islands just offshore.
The South of France fleet at 40 metres covers a broad range of hull forms from German, Italian and Dutch yards. Modern designs emphasise exterior lines, large swim platforms and beach club arrangements. A typical 40 metre at this specification carries eight to twelve guests in five to six cabins with a full crew of seven to nine, covering deck, interior and galley duties.
Weekly rates for a 40 metre charter yacht out of Antibes run from approximately 80,000 to 140,000 euros in high season. The advance provisioning allowance covering fuel, provisions, berthing and extras adds 30 to 35 per cent. The Riviera season peaks in July and August but June and September offer excellent conditions with lower berthing fees at most ports.
From Antibes the coastline gives immediate access to Juan-les-Pins and the bay of Cannes to the west, and to Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Monaco to the east.
