Boat rental in the Mediterranean
Corsica Yacht Charter
Between art and tradition, the Santarelli family has been perpetuating yachting in Corsica since 1959. More than just a boat rental company in the Mediterranean, we offer a unique and tailor-made service based on local expertise, discretion, and excellence.
Our fleet includes yachts, motorboats, and RIBs from the leading shipyards, renowned for their technical excellence and high-quality finish.
Each boat is served by a professional crew who share our culture of hospitality.
To meet the needs of our customers, we organize customized sailing trips, by the day or by the week, with or without a skipper.
With Corsica Yacht Charter, it's not just about renting a boat. It's about enjoying a genuine Mediterranean Sea experience at your own pace, guided by a historic Corsican yachting company.
Our fleet of boats in the Mediterranean
For several generations, Corsica Yacht Charter has been one of the most comprehensive boat rental fleets in the Mediterranean.
Designed to meet the most demanding expectations, our fleet includes yachts, motorboats, and RIBs available for daily or weekly hire. Each model is selected for its performance at sea, its sailing quality, its on-board comfort, and its aesthetics.
Based in Ajaccio, we offer rentals throughout Corsica, Sardinia, Italy, and the south of France. Our team will help you choose the model best suited to your sailing plans.
Collection of experiences in the Mediterranean
We organize sailing trips tailored to each program. Whether it's a day trip, a multi-night cruise, coastal sailing, or stops at the most beautiful Mediterranean golf courses, our teams design each boat rental experience according to your preferences.
Excursions
Discover the hidden treasures of the Mediterranean. Our excursions take you to secret coves, beaches inaccessible by land, and exclusive anchorages for a day of total escape. Discover →
Cruises
Explore Corsica, Sardinia, or Italy at your own pace. Our multi-day cruises allow you to alternate between sailing, stopovers, and nights at anchor or in port, aboard fully equipped yachts with a crew dedicated to your comfort.Discover →
Coastal shipping
Sail peacefully along the coastline. Coastal cruising offers a unique way to discover the Corsican coast, with its wild coves, unusual restaurants, and seaside hotels. A voyage punctuated by carefully selected stops.Discover →
Golf & Yacht
Arrive directly by sea at Corsica's most beautiful golf courses. An exclusive experience combining private sailing aboard a luxury yacht with a day of sport on the green. Discover →
Our sailing areas in the Mediterranean
Choose your port of departure and let us organize your sailing trip along the most beautiful coastlines of the Mediterranean. From Corsica to Sardinia, via the south of France and Italy, each destination offers a unique setting, unspoiled anchorages, and itineraries suitable for both day trips and week-long cruises. Our local presence allows us to master the specific features, sailing conditions, and most discreet stopovers.
Corsica
Anchorage island for our company since 1959, Corsica offers an exceptional diversity of maritime landscapes: sheltered gulfs, limestone cliffs, beaches accessible only by sea. From Ajaccio, Bonifacio, Porto-Vecchio, or Calvi, we organize your navigation.
Sardinia
A few nautical miles from Corsica, Sardinia reveals an even wilder Mediterranean, between the La Maddalena archipelago and the Costa Smeralda.
We coordinate your departure and your sailing to the most beautiful Sardinian anchorages, whether for a day trip or a cruise.
Our itineraries in the Mediterranean
Each trip is organized according to the length of your stay, your port of departure, and sea conditions. Whether for a single day or several days, here are two examples of itineraries in the Mediterranean Sea proposed by our team.
These suggestions are intended to serve as inspiration. Each itinerary can be tailored to suit your schedule and preferences.
Southern Corsica – Bonifacio & Lavezzi
A day of sailing to the southernmost tip of Corsica, between limestone cliffs and turquoise waters
Steps:
- Coastal areas of southern Corsica,
- Paragan Beach,
- Cliffs and caves of Bonifacio,
- Piantarella Lagoon
Elba Island
An 8-day cruise to Italy, alternating between Corsican nature reserves and Italian ports of call.
Steps:
- Piana & Girolata Calanques,
- Scandola Nature Reserve,
- Elba Island,
- Piana Calanques
A yachting company in the Mediterranean since 1959
Corsica Yacht Charter is Santarelli Marine's division dedicated to yacht and motorboat rentals.
Based in Ajaccio since 1959, our family business has been supporting yachting in Corsica for three generations. This continuity gives us a detailed knowledge of the Mediterranean coastline and a constant demand for quality in the boats we offer.
Over the decades, Santarelli Marine has established itself as a leading player in the Corsican boating industry, developing one of the most comprehensive fleets available between Corsica and Sardinia. Our yachts and motorboats are available for hire by the day or week, with or without a skipper, depending on the level of autonomy or assistance you require.
Our commitment: to enable you to discover the Mediterranean Sea aboard luxurious boats in an intimate setting, accompanied by professional crews.
Professional crews
Trained in our service culture, experienced, and discreet.
Family home since 1959
Three generations dedicated to boating in Corsica.
Largest fleet in Corsica and Sardinia
Available by the day or week, with or without a skipper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer boat rentals in the Mediterranean with or without a skipper?
Yes. We offer boat rentals in the Mediterranean with a skipper for full support, or without a skipper on RIBs for experienced sailors with the required licenses.
Where can you rent a boat in the Mediterranean?
Our historical base is located in Ajaccio, but we organize departures from Corsica, Sardinia, the south of France, and Italy. Boat delivery can be arranged according to your location.
What is the minimum rental period for a boat?
We offer daily rentals for excursions as well as week-long or multi-day cruises. Each program can be customized to suit your needs.
What types of boats make up your fleet?
Our fleet includes yachts, motorboats, and high-end RIBs. We have one of the most comprehensive fleets in Corsica and Sardinia.
Do you organize customized itineraries in the Mediterranean?
Yes. We offer customized cruises based on your port of departure, the length of your stay, and your preferences.