Yacht charter in the Mediterranean
A region of sunlit ports, turquoise shallows and centuries-old rhythms
With a Camper & Nicholsons yacht charter, the Mediterranean reveals its true character, layered with culture and rich with contrast. From Mallorca's golden bays to the French Riviera's sun-soaked glamour, every shore tells a different story.
Iconic anchorages
Hidden coves
Mediterranean on a plate
Culture after dark
Nature all around
Iconic anchorages
Hidden coves
Mediterranean on a plate
Culture after dark
Nature all around
When to visit
The Mediterranean, season by season
We don’t just time your charter, we tailor it to the season you want to travel. From choosing the right yacht to adjusting your route, pace, and anchorages, we plan around conditions, crowds, and local culture to make the most of any time of year.
Early Season
April – June
Spring brings mild weather, quieter ports, and open cruising grounds, ideal for culture-rich itineraries, longer passages, and a slower pace on board.
Season Highlights
Weather
18–28°C, light breeze, evenings start to warm
Best for
Cultural stops, springtime sailing, off-peak access
Sailing conditions
Calm seas, consistent winds, fewer yachts
Tips & Insights
Quieter anchorages, fresh artichokes and spring greens, coastal wildflowers, space to explore before the season hits full stride
Peak Season
July – August
High summer is all sun and celebration. It’s when beach clubs come to life, bustling plazas are awash with colour, and the days stretch long into golden evenings.
Season Highlights
Weather
26–32°C, dry heat, balmy evenings
Best for
Island-hopping, beach clubs, world-class events
Sailing conditions
Light winds, calm seas, ideal for swimming and short hops
Tips & Insights
Sun-warmed tomatoes and grilled fish, lively waterfronts, midsummer festivals, and anchorages shared with classic yachts and champagne crews.
Late Season
September – October
As the summer buzz fades, the Med begins to unwind, offering warm seas, soft light, and a chance to enjoy iconic destinations at an unhurried pace.
Season Highlights
Weather
22–28°C, warm days, cooler nights
Best for
Wine harvests, cultural festivals, easy-going itineraries
Sailing conditions
Light winds, warm water, relaxed marinas
Tips & Insights
Late-harvest grapes and fresh figs, open tables at top restaurants, golden light at anchor, and quiet streets made for walking.
West Mediterranean yacht destinations
Golden shores, rich culture, and an invitation to explore.
From the French Riviera to Sicily, explore dramatic coastlines, legendary ports and island escapes — all best experienced by yacht in the ever-seductive West Med.
From Saint-Tropez to Nice, this coastline blends Belle Époque elegance, cinematic glamour, and palm-lined promenades with legendary beach clubs and marinas.
Ibiza, Mallorca, Menorca, and Formentera offer a rhythm all their own—think pine-backed beaches, limestone cliffs, vibrant nightlife, and perfect cruising distances.
Untamed and dramatic, Corsica is all mountain-meets-sea. Hidden coves, Genoese citadels, fragrant maquis, and plenty of wild anchorages to call your own.
From Portofino to Cinque Terre, this stretch offers pastel-hued villages, elegant anchorages, and timeless charm backed by terraced vineyards and coastal trails.
Emerald waters, prehistoric ruins, and ultra-luxury hideaways. Sardinia pairs natural drama with the jet-set energy of Costa Smeralda and wild inland beauty.
Volcanic slopes, black-sand beaches, and thermal waters await. Sail between seven islands, each with its own mood. Salina’s serenity, Stromboli’s fire, Panarea’s edge.
A crossroads of cultures, Sicily offers baroque cities, quiet bays, vineyard-draped hills, and smoking volcanic backdrops. Perfect for slow, story-rich cruising.
Sheer cliffs, lemon groves, and vertical towns tumbling into blue. Amalfi is at once classic and unforgettable, with yacht-only views and tables worth anchoring for.
East Mediterranean yacht destinations
History, culture, and crystal-clear waters
Discover Greece, Croatia, Turkey, and Montenegro; where centuries-old landscapes meet vibrant harbours and translucent island-dotted seas make for unforgettable adventures.
Island-hop across clear waters and whitewashed villages. Explore ancient ruins, dine in hidden tavernas, and anchor in bays where myth and history meet.
Cruise the Dalmatian Coast’s pine-covered islands, medieval towns, and protected coves, where every stop blends natural beauty with deep-rooted charm.
Sail the Turquoise Coast past sunken ruins and pine-scented hills. Expect warm hospitality, Ottoman ports, and luminous anchorages made for slow mornings.
A compact coastline rich with drama. Steep fjord-like bays, walled towns, forested trails, and marinas that welcome the world’s most iconic yachts.
PROJECT X
From €1,200,000 per week
NECTAR
From €480,000 per week
SALUZI
From €480,000 per week
ALFA G
From €400,000 per week
RELIANCE
From €400,000 per week
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From €385,000 per week
