SMILEY

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. For damage it doesn't cover, your liability is usually limited to the security deposit. You can lower the deposit by adding the operator’s damage waiver.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. Estimated from engine power: this boat's ~96 HP engines burn roughly 7.7 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 162 L ≈ €316 at €1.95/L — scale it to your own plans.

Not if you add a skipper — this boat offers one, who holds the licence. Generally, though: No formal licence is legally required to skipper a bareboat sailing yacht, though charter companies expect a sailing résumé and usually an ICC or equivalent.

Sitting right in the heart of the Caribbean, Marina Bas-du-Fort puts you halfway between Martinique and Saint-Martin — a prime spot if you're cruising the Antilles. Read more →

April–October on the Riviera and Corsica; warm summers with the gusty Mistral funnelling down the Gulf of Lion in spring and autumn.