Ile de Porquerolles Yacht Charter, French Riviera
Not far from St Tropez is the Ile de Porquerolles, a touch of paradise on the Cote d’Azur. It’s a treasure of the Mediterranean and one that is usually uncrowded. Head past the Ile du Levant and Port-Cros from the Gulf of St Tropez and you will come to the Ile de Porquerolles, the largest of the three islands in the Hyeres Gulf. The islands are known as the Jewels of the Mediterranean with Porquerolles being one of the most beautiful.
The island is only about 20 sq kilometres with a Michelin-starred restaurant L’Olivier in Le Mas du Langoustier, which is a traditional hotel. Notre Dame is a beautiful beach here and popular with superyachts, it’s also only an hour’s walk from the ferry port, allowing you to take in the sights as you go to end with a rest on this soft sandy beach, where your superyacht crew can pick you up by tender.
The colour of the sea aroundthe protected island of Porquerolles is startling: It changes from bright turquoise to an amazing sapphire blue. The bays offer good anchorages too for the perfect place to spend the evening before continuing on your adventure. Without any cars on the island, Porquerolles is a very peaceful, tranquil island that will take you back in time. The local people play the bowling game of petanque in the bougainvillea and oleander-adorned village square of Place Armes. Visitors love to sip pastis and watch these intriguing bowling games as they relax.
Although the island is only 7km long and 3km wide it has a spectacular landscape dotted with creeks, plains, forests and cliffs. This diversity makes the area perfect for outdoor activities like horse-riding, mountain-biking or hiking, while water sport enthusiasts can wind surf, fish or do a little diving.
Sun-kissed white sandy beaches are scented with the eucalyptus and pine trees all around. The Plage Notre Dame is popular with superyacht owners and is a 60-minute walk or a 20-minute cycle ride from the port. The neighbouring beaches of Plage d’Argent and La Courtade are just as beautiful, so plenty to choose from.
The north coast is gentle while the south coast has remarkable vertical cliffs that rise up out of the sea. These provide unbelievable views of many rocky points, gorges, hills, headlands and the steep-walled, narrow inlets that are called calanques. There’s also a lighthouse here which offers 360 degree views of the entire island.
Le Mas du Langoustier is a most luxurious and isolated hotel in the South of France. It’s situated among eucalyptus and pine trees on the west coast, full of Provencal charm and furnished with beautiful antiques. Le Fort du Grand Langoustier faces the hotel and on either side of the fort are beaches called La Plage Blanche and La Plage Noire: White and black beaches. Dine at the fine restaurant that serves Provencal and Mediterranean cuisine then take a walk at sunset to watch how island life changes between day and night.
The Botanique National de Porquerolles and the Park National de Port-Cros protect the island, the environment including its heritage. This carefully preserved natural environment will be a draw for hikers, photographers and birdwatchers in the group, and visitors will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the island for many years to come with the hard work that goes into its preservation.
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Charter Yachts in Ile de Porquerolles
Client Testimonials
What our clients say about their charter experience.
To the Reverie team: We want to say a huge thank you for everything you have done for us on this trip. You are the best crew we have ever had on a yacht, hands down. Everything has been flawless. Keith’s food has been healthy, tasty, voluminous, and so varied. The toys and tenders were always ready for us when we needed them, and we loved having 3 Sea-Bobs, 3 efoils and 2 jet skis. Always charged and ready to go, from the moment we woke until we went to bed. Our rooms were cleaned so fast we often wondered if there were fairies who appeared and did it. Our washing was done and returned so quickly we wondered if we dreamed it. Service was perfect (thanks Megan and team!) - always nearby when we needed it, and invisible when we didn’t. We aren’t sure how we will survive at home, and there won’t be a drink, a cold towel and a smile waiting for us. Shane - you found us the best anchorages - exactly where we wanted to be - out of the way, out of the wind, but close to everything. We wanted adventures, and you went out of your way to source e-bikes, which ended up being a highlight. We know it wasn’t easy to find or to get them on and off the boat. The smaller things: remembering everyone’s names; the printed AllTrails maps; taking our kids jet skiing. They have all been noticed and appreciated. We know that it isn’t easy to build a team that can create such an exceptional experience. Congratulations to everyone on board - including those behind the scenes we don’t get to see as much. We would love to come back again next year - only if the crew is the same! Thanks so much!
Hey Trina, the charter was perfect! The crew was very professional but always kind and accommodating. Beautiful boat. The captain had the right hookups wherever we went, so it was an amazing trip all around. Highly recommend this boat to your clients. Magical trip!
The crew was awesome (5/5). They worked so well together and really seemed to enjoy working together. They took care of our every need and then some. The cuisine was amazing (5/5). The chef was excellent and had a broad range of cuisine. The country kitchen setup gave us a greater opportunity to interact with the chef, which was a really nice feature. The yacht's interior was immaculate (5/5), and the condition of the yacht was like new (5/5). We absolutely loved the layout, especially the indoor/outdoor option of the bar area on the top deck, and we loved the décor. The amenities onboard were excellent (5/5), with everything we needed and more. We particularly enjoyed the floating chairs and the beach chairs, and we had two great fishing trips - Bo and Hunter were fantastic on those outings. The only suggestion we would make is that the outside aft top deck was always in full sun. We would have used it much more if there had been some type of awning, similar to the one they have for the bow sitting area. We discussed this with the captain on Saturday, and he had already ordered it by Sunday! We would absolutely recommend Indigo and her crew to others. Although the yacht sleeps eight, we would recommend no more than six adults. If there are two to four children, then eight guests could work comfortably. As for your service, we honestly cannot think of a single thing you could have done differently or better to ensure the ultimate yachting vacation. You went so far above and beyond. Thank you!
Sally, hi, the trip was amazing; we loved LIR. The crew were fantastic, and the chef came up with some fabulous meals. The itinerary was great, and the weather was almost perfect. We loved it so much we would definitely consider a repeat trip, maybe around Sicily, in the future.
Sally, Thank you guys for the most amazing week. Your kindness and expertise made all the difference. Can't wait to come back again! It was an amazing experience. Thank you! The crew were the best people in the world, we will miss them. Thank you for all you’ve done. This truly has been a life-changing week! Filled with so many unforgettable memories, laughs, and so many smiles. I can’t thank you all enough for making this a week to remember! This has been the BEST week of my life. You guys are amazing people; I’m so grateful.
Hi Sally, we had a great time! The crew were fantastic and really went above and beyond to ensure we had the best time. Thank you also for all your organizing and help. Kind regards, S.
