Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 At Anchor: Must-See Luxury Yacht Charters

Taking over Vieux Port and Port Canto, the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival promises nothing less than an exceptional range of production yachts and motor yacht charters, with La Croisette and Le Suquet providing a captivating backdrop.

Extending the streamlined fleet into the Bay of Cannes, visitors to this year's event can expect to see some iconic members of the Mediterranean yacht charter fleet. YachtCharterFleet takes a closer look at some of the showstoppers at anchor.

One of the most recognisable sailing yachts in the industry, luxury yacht rental BLACK PEARL is a 344.6ft (105m) masterpiece from the fleet of Oceanco yachts for charter, delivered in 2018 and famous for her revolutionary DynaRig sailing system and eco-conscious engineering. 

Onboard, superyacht charter BLACK PEARL offers palatial accommodation and a host of luxurious amenities, including a cinema, spa, beach club, and expansive social spaces spread across multiple decks. Perfect for global cruising, she is equally at home sailing through charter routes in the Caribbean as she is embarking on long-range adventures across the Pacific or into Northern Europe’s dramatic fjords.

A true charter favourite, 236.3ft (72.01m) yacht charter AXIOMA launched in 2013 and recently completed a significant refit. With interiors by the late Alberto Pinto, she features a relaxed yet sophisticated beach house style, highlighted by a breathtaking double-height atrium in the main salon. A Dunya Yachts charter yacht that hit the headlines due to sanctions, her voluminous layout is complemented by six luxurious cabins, including a full-beam owner’s suite.

Amenities onboard are among the finest on the market, with an infinity pool, expansive sun deck, Jacuzzi, spa facilities, and a private cinema. Designed for both socialising and serenity, AXIOMA is perfectly suited for glamorous West Mediterranean yacht charter escapes or indulgent winter charters in the Caribbean.

Delivered in 2011 by American yard Trinity Yachts and freshly refitted in 2024, 190.11ft (58.19m) yacht rental CARPE DIEM is a yacht designed for versatile cruising. She offers a bold exterior profile paired with contemporary interiors that strike a balance between luxury and comfort. Accommodation is arranged across six elegant cabins, making her ideal for family yacht charters.

Standout features include a sundeck Jacuzzi, gym, and multiple alfresco dining spaces, along with a large swim platform for direct water access. With her shallow draft and strong performance, charter yacht CARPE DIEM is perfectly suited for island-hopping yacht charters in the Bahamas, the Florida Keys, or the Mediterranean’s island hotspots.

Originally launched as MONDANGO 2 in 2008 and refitted in 2014, 169.9ft (51.74m) yacht rental Q is a sailing yacht charter celebrated for her elegance, performance, and pedigree. With exterior design by Dubois Naval Architects and a refined interior by Reymond Langton, she blends seafaring spirit with modern sophistication.

One of 16 Alloy yachts for charter, charter guests onboard are treated to expansive deck areas perfect for open-air living, a Jacuzzi, and multiple lounging spaces for relaxation under sail. Her combination of speed and stability makes her a natural fit for adventurous bluewater passages, whether crossing oceans or exploring charter destinations in the South Pacific and beyond.

Scheduled to run from 9-14 September, the Cannes Yachting Festival is an ideal event to see some of the most innovative superyachts on the market, in a location that gives an authentic taste of what to expect from French Riviera yacht charters.

To find out more about visiting the show, or to combine Cannes into an existing charter booking, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today, or keep searching for your ideal superyacht by viewing over 4,000 luxury yacht charters on YachtCharterFleet, home to the largest curated collection of charter yachts.