How much does sailboat charter cost in Bandol?

Sailboat charter in Bandol costs between €8,862 and €13,706 per week, with an average weekly price of around €10,871. Prices vary depending on the boat, season, duration and booking conditions. During July, the average weekly price is around €3,080.

What is the price difference between high and low season for sailboat charter in Bandol?

The average price of sailboat charter in Bandol is around €3,001 per week during high season, compared with €2,016 per week during low season. This means high season prices are approximately 49% higher.

How many people can join a sailboat charter in Bandol?

Sailboats in Bandol are available for groups of 8 people. The number of people a boat can take depends on its size, layout and local regulations.

Can I charter sailboats without a skipper in Bandol?

Yes, Bandol has 1 sailboat available without a skipper. These boats can be booked by guests who meet the applicable licensing and experience requirements. Availability and requirements vary by boat, so check the listing conditions and message the listing owner before booking.

How much does a skipper cost per day for sailboat charter in Bandol?

A professional skipper for sailboat charter in Bandol costs an average of around €280 per day. The final price can vary depending on the boat, destination, season and booking conditions. Skipper fees may be charged separately from the boat price, so check the listing for the exact conditions.

Do I need a licence to charter sailboats in Bandol?

Whether you need a licence depends on how you charter the boat. Bareboat charters generally require an appropriate sailing qualification and may also require proof of experience. If you do not meet the requirements, you can choose a skippered option instead. Check the applicable rules and message the listing owner before booking.

Which sailboat brands are most popular in Bandol?

The most popular sailboat brands in Bandol include Pogo. Popular models vary by location, boat size and age.

Sailboat Charter Bandol & Sailing Yacht Rental

18 sailboats are available.

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Bandol Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13.55 m Listing Number: #13488

Bandol Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13.55 m Listing Number: #13488 2

Bandol Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13.55 m Listing Number: #13488 3

Bandol Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13.55 m Listing Number: #13488 4

Bandol Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13.55 m Listing Number: #13488 5

Pogo, 44
2023
Bandol

4.63(1)

Skipper optional

8 berths
4 cabin
13.6 m
2 WC

Bormes-les-Mimosas

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29593

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29593 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29593 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29593 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29593 5

Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 410
2020
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

New

Without skipper

8 berths
3 cabin
12.3 m
2 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 7 cabin 12 berths 12 guests 14 m Listing Number: #29509

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 7 cabin 12 berths 12 guests 14 m Listing Number: #29509 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 7 cabin 12 berths 12 guests 14 m Listing Number: #29509 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 7 cabin 12 berths 12 guests 14 m Listing Number: #29509 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 7 cabin 12 berths 12 guests 14 m Listing Number: #29509 5

Sun Loft, 47
2020
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

New

Without skipper

12 berths
7 cabin
14 m
5 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 4 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 12.43 m Listing Number: #29606

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 4 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 12.43 m Listing Number: #29606 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 4 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 12.43 m Listing Number: #29606 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 4 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 12.43 m Listing Number: #29606 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 4 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 12.43 m Listing Number: #29606 5

Beneteau, Oceanis 40.1
2021
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

New

Without skipper

10 berths
4 cabin
12.4 m
2 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29539

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29539 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29539 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29539 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #29539 5

Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 410
2024
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

New

Without skipper

8 berths
3 cabin
12.3 m
2 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #21324

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #21324 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #21324 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #21324 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #21324 5

RM Yachts, RM 1180
2024
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

Without skipper

6 berths
3 cabin
11.8 m
1 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.86 m Listing Number: #18755

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.86 m Listing Number: #18755 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.86 m Listing Number: #18755 3

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.86 m Listing Number: #18755 4

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.86 m Listing Number: #18755 5

Pogo, 36
2020
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

Skipper optional

6 berths
3 cabin
10.9 m
1 WC

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Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #538

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #538 2

Bormes-les-Mimosas Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.8 m Listing Number: #538 3

RM Yachts, RM 1180
2019
Bormes-les-Mimosas (Bandol: 44.7 km away)

Without skipper

6 berths
3 cabin
11.8 m
1 WC

Grimaud

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.5 m Listing Number: #21475

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.5 m Listing Number: #21475 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.5 m Listing Number: #21475 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.5 m Listing Number: #21475 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.5 m Listing Number: #21475 5

Beneteau, Oceanis 38.1
2022
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

4.99(1)

Without skipper

6 berths
3 cabin
11.5 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #18094

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #18094 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #18094 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #18094 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.35 m Listing Number: #18094 5

Beneteau, Oceanis 41.1
2018
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

4.50(2)

Without skipper

6 berths
3 cabin
12.3 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 13 m Listing Number: #18091

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 13 m Listing Number: #18091 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 13 m Listing Number: #18091 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 13 m Listing Number: #18091 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 13 m Listing Number: #18091 5

Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 440
2021
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

4.50(2)

Skipper optional

7 berths
3 cabin
13 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15.27 m Listing Number: #21499

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15.27 m Listing Number: #21499 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15.27 m Listing Number: #21499 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15.27 m Listing Number: #21499 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15.27 m Listing Number: #21499 5

Beneteau, Sense 50
2015
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

4.50(2)

Without skipper

8 berths
3 cabin
15.3 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 14.33 m Listing Number: #28624

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 14.33 m Listing Number: #28624 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 14.33 m Listing Number: #28624 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 14.33 m Listing Number: #28624 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 7 berths 7 guests 14.33 m Listing Number: #28624 5

Dufour, 470
2023
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

New

Without skipper

7 berths
3 cabin
14.3 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 5 cabin 9 berths 9 guests 14.85 m Listing Number: #28603

Grimaud Sailboat 5 cabin 9 berths 9 guests 14.85 m Listing Number: #28603 2

Grimaud Sailboat 5 cabin 9 berths 9 guests 14.85 m Listing Number: #28603 3

Grimaud Sailboat 5 cabin 9 berths 9 guests 14.85 m Listing Number: #28603 4

Grimaud Sailboat 5 cabin 9 berths 9 guests 14.85 m Listing Number: #28603 5

Hanse, 505
2016
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

New

Without skipper

9 berths
5 cabin
14.8 m
2 WC

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Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.38 m Listing Number: #24721

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.38 m Listing Number: #24721 2

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.38 m Listing Number: #24721 3

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.38 m Listing Number: #24721 4

Grimaud Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12.38 m Listing Number: #24721 5

Bavaria, 42 Cruiser
2023
Grimaud (Bandol: 67 km away)

New

Without skipper

6 berths
3 cabin
12.4 m
2 WC

Cogolin

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Cogolin Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.13 m Listing Number: #28505

Cogolin Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.13 m Listing Number: #28505 2

Cogolin Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.13 m Listing Number: #28505 3

Cogolin Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.13 m Listing Number: #28505 4

Cogolin Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.13 m Listing Number: #28505 5

Bavaria, 38 Cruiser
2026
Cogolin (Bandol: 66.9 km away)

New

Without skipper

8 berths
3 cabin
12.1 m
2 WC

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Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.4 m Listing Number: #28611

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.4 m Listing Number: #28611 2

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.4 m Listing Number: #28611 3

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.4 m Listing Number: #28611 4

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 10.4 m Listing Number: #28611 5

Hanse, 348
2023
Cogolin (Bandol: 66.9 km away)

New

Without skipper

6 berths
2 cabin
10.4 m
1 WC

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Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.45 m Listing Number: #28614

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.45 m Listing Number: #28614 2

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.45 m Listing Number: #28614 3

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.45 m Listing Number: #28614 4

Cogolin Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.45 m Listing Number: #28614 5

Hanse, 315
2015
Cogolin (Bandol: 66.9 km away)

New

Without skipper

4 berths
2 cabin
9.4 m
1 WC

Sailboat charter in Bandol

A sailboat charter in Bandol combines active Mediterranean sailing with easy access to beaches, rocky coves and neighboring coastal towns. Port de Bandol sits directly beside the town center, making it convenient to step ashore for waterfront dining or explore the town’s association with Bandol AOC wine. Once beyond the breakwaters, a monohull offers a close connection to the wind and water, whether the plan is a short coastal outing or a multi-day cruise. Île de Bendor lies immediately offshore, while longer routes can extend west toward La Ciotat and Cassis or east toward the Embiez area and Porquerolles. Travelers considering other French sailing areas can also explore sailboat charters in France.

Where to sail from Bandol

The nearby coastline supports varied days without requiring every passage to be long. Around Bandol, Anse de Renécros and the rocky western shore provide a contrast to the sandy eastern waterfront, while Île de Bendor creates an immediate offshore landmark. A local cruise can continue through Sanary-sur-Mer and Le Brusc toward Île des Embiez, balancing sailing time with swimming and time ashore.nnFor a more ambitious westbound trip, the route toward the Cassis calanques passes La Ciotat, Île Verte and Cap Canaille before reaching Port-Miou, Port-Pin and En-Vau. Porquerolles is a longer eastbound objective and requires suitable conditions. Wherever the route leads, anchoring plans should account for protected Posidonia seagrass. Île Rousse is also a protected seabird breeding area where landing is prohibited.

When to charter a sailboat in Bandol

Bandol’s main recreational boating season runs from roughly April through October. June to September brings the warmest, driest conditions and the greatest concentration of boating activity, with July and August particularly busy. May is a useful shoulder-season option for travelers seeking good cruising potential before the summer peak, while October can still offer opportunities but has a greater likelihood of unsettled weather.nnThe Mistral is the main condition to consider. This westerly wind can strengthen quickly after a yacht leaves the protected bay, producing rougher seas and sometimes lowering nearshore water temperatures. It can occur even in summer and is often more persistent in winter and spring. Forecasts therefore matter for both short island passages and exposed routes toward Cassis or the Hyères islands. November through March is less consistent for leisure sailing because of stronger wind episodes and reduced seasonal services.

Choosing the right sailboat and charter format

A monohull sailboat suits travelers who want sailing itself to be a central part of the trip. It can work well for couples, families and groups of friends who value coastal cruising, swimming stops and a more active experience underway. Sailboats heel naturally under sail, and their cabins, cockpit and shared living areas are usually more compact than those of similarly sized catamarans. Check the individual yacht’s cabin arrangement, headroom, storage and communal space rather than relying on length alone.nnBareboat charter offers the greatest independence but requires suitable competence and may involve qualification or documented-experience requirements. A skippered charter is the more practical choice for guests without the necessary experience or those who prefer to leave navigation and harbor maneuvers to a professional. If hiring a skipper, confirm the sleeping arrangements and provisioning requirements. Group size, time spent aboard and tolerance for movement under sail should all guide the final choice.

Sailboat options available through viravira.co

The current Bandol selection on viravira.co comprises 1. The available sailboat has 4 and capacity for 8, making its layout and sleeping arrangements important points to review before booking. Eligible prices begin at 1,266 €, although the final cost can vary with dates and charter terms. Travelers who want to compare sailboats with other vessel types in the same destination can browse yacht charters in Bandol.