Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: Charter yachts start lining up for the first boat show of the season

Expecting a broad range of 650 exhibitors, and around 700 boats, including around 71 superyachts, the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival is a vibrant showcase of the yachting industry, with multiple niches from tenders to sailing yachts and Mediterranean yacht charters adorning the captivating marinas of Vieux Port and Port Canto.

Currently expecting 63 show debuts in the superyacht sector, there's plenty to look forward to at this year's show. With a good range of South of France yacht charters scheduled to attend, YachtCharterFleet takes a closer look at some of the fleet anticipated to adorn the pontoons of Cannes.

One of the largest charter yachts attending the show this year, 133.6ft (40.69m) charter yacht ANDIAMO is a brand-new 2025 launch that captures the essence of modern Mediterranean cruising. With sleek lines and a streamlined silhouette, she promises an open-air lifestyle that is complemented by seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.

Featuring expansive sun lounging areas, a beach club, and a Jacuzzi on the sundeck, ANDIAMO is a Sanlorenzo charter yacht that is perfectly suited for warm-weather escapes from the Amalfi Coast to the Cyclades on Greece yacht charters. Her refined cabin layout ensures a tranquil onboard experience, making her a prime option for those seeking contemporary luxury on the water.

A classic reborn, 124.4ft (37.9m) superyacht charter MONACO is Feadship yacht for charter that has undergone a major transformation with her 2023 refit, breathing new life into her heritage-rich hull. As a proud product of the iconic Dutch shipyard, she carries the pedigree and timeless appeal expected of a Feadship, paired with updated amenities and an elegant, refreshed interior.

Designed for intimate cruising, her deck spaces offer alfresco dining, a Jacuzzi, and ample lounging areas perfect for scenic luxury yacht charters in the French Riviera or Adriatic coast. With her blend of vintage charm and modern comforts, yacht rental MONACO offers a rare and coveted ownership opportunity.

One of seven Royal Hakvoort yachts for charter, 124.8ft (38m) yacht rental PERLE BLEUE is a multi-award-winning motor yacht recognised for her exceptional craftsmanship and charter pedigree. Having undergone an interior refit in 2017, she continues to impress with her light, Hamptons-style decor by Donald Starkey and a thoughtful layout that caters to both privacy and sociability.

Highlights include a sundeck Jacuzzi, indoor-outdoor dining, and a beachy, relaxed atmosphere throughout. Ideal for exploring the charter routes of the Balearics or New England coastlines, PERLE BLEUE is a true gem for owners who appreciate understated luxury and long-standing Dutch quality.

A bold new addition to the lineup of Gulf Craft Majesty 120 yachts for charter, 121.7ft (37.07m) yacht rental GEULUNEL is a 2025 delivery offering advanced design, generous space, and remarkable cruising potential. Her tri-deck configuration provides expansive living areas, including a skylounge, beach club, and a sundeck complete with Jacuzzi and wet bar, ideal for entertaining under the stars.

As a new-generation yacht, she’s engineered for long-range passages and warm-water itineraries from the Red Sea to indulgent Maldives yacht charters. With her strong, modern profile and luxurious interior styling, Gulf Craft yacht charter GEULUNEL caters to those seeking both performance and presence on the water.

Compact yet commanding, LADY AMANDA is a 98.5ft (30m) Couach charter yacht who was significantly refitted in 2021. Tailored for fast-paced cruising with an athletic profile, she delivers on both speed and style. Her outdoor spaces include a shaded flybridge with sunpads and dining area, while the interiors offer sleek modern furnishings and a well-balanced cabin configuration.

Suited for island-hopping adventures from the Bahamas to Corsica, luxury yacht charter LADY AMANDA is an attractive option for entry-level superyacht ownership with a strong charter potential.

An exquisite blend of eco-luxury and spatial innovation, 78.1ft (23.8m) luxury yacht charter MATTEA is a 2025 build from the fleet of renowned Polish catamaran specialists Sunreef Yachts. Her multihull design translates into vast interior volumes and supreme stability at sea, while her sustainable technologies promise lower environmental impact, a perfect match for the modern explorer.

Features onboard the catamaran charter include an expansive flybridge, hydraulic swim platform, and panoramic saloon windows that blur the line between inside and out. Whether sailing the Caribbean or cruising the charter routes in the South Pacific, MATTEA offers effortless living and barefoot sophistication at its finest.

Another new build for 2025, 81.9ft (24.92m) luxury yacht charter IMLADRIS is a sleek sailing catamaran from the fleet of Lagoon yacht rentals that pairs performance with lifestyle-centric design. Ideal for private charters, she offers a generous beam, stylish open-plan salon, and spacious cabins designed for relaxed cruising.

Outdoor decks are primed for lounging, sunbathing, and dining alfresco, with easy access to the water via her broad swim platforms. From relaxing Croatia yacht charters to island-hopping in the Seychelles, IMLADRIS is engineered for far-flung escapes and serene coastal explorations.

An annual highlight of the yachting calendar, the Cannes Yachting Festival is an ideal show to create a unique yachting lifestyle package, with everything available under one roof and two marinas. 

If you're interested in attending the forthcoming event or would like to explore the area on your next charter vacation, find out the best attractions to see and do in the region by viewing the YachtCharterFleet guide to Mediterranean yacht charters and browsing some sample Mediterranean yacht charter itineraries for further ideas.

To find out more about the latest availability and information on yacht charter costs, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today. Alternatively, find all the inspiration you need by viewing over 4,000 yacht rentals on YachtCharterFleet, home to the largest curated collection of charter yachts.