A boat for a bachelor/bachelorette is the perfect combo: guaranteed privacy, onboard DJ, anchor off Pampelonne, stylish arrival at Club 55. €80-120/person on a day if you're 8. Breakdown inside.
Why a boat beats all other bachelor/bachelorette options
Organising a bachelor or bachelorette in Saint-Tropez has three classic constraints: budget (Saint-Tropez = premium pricing), vibe (want memorable without cliché), and group (8-15 friends to satisfy simultaneously). A boat answers all three.
Budget-wise: €650 for a full day on an 8-seat boat, split 8 ways = €82/person — less than a Saint-Tropez club night. Vibe-wise: total onboard privacy, free DJ or playlist, unlimited champagne, swim breaks at anchor off Pampelonne. Group-wise: everyone together for 8 hours, no dispersion, no waiting.
Above all, a boat delivers THE souvenir photo: group in swimwear on the front deck, Pampelonne beach in background, sunglasses and champagne flute. No other Saint-Tropez activity produces this iconic shot.
The typical bachelor/bachelorette day
Here's the flow 80% of our bachelor/bachelorette clients choose. Adjustable of course to your style (more festive, more nature, more gourmet).
- 9:00am: Welcome at Port Sainte-Maxime, skipper briefing, first champagne flute (included in bachelor package)
- 9:30am: Departure, heading Pampelonne, playlist loud, first selfies
- 10:30am: Pampelonne anchorage, Bluetooth sound, sun pads
- 12:30pm: Lunch Nikki Beach (shared tables, DJ, festive vibe) or Bagatelle (more upscale)
- 3:00pm: Back on board, swim, paddle, alternated nap
- 5:00pm: Aperitif with champagne at anchor, sunset playlist
- 6:30pm: Return to Sainte-Maxime
"Full Bachelor/Bachelorette" option (+€150): we prepare onboard decorations (garland, balloons, bride/groom badges), a surprise gift, and handle Nikki Beach or Bagatelle booking. Zero stress for the organiser.
Boats we recommend for bachelor/bachelorette
Three boats in our fleet are particularly suited to festive groups. Key criteria: 8-10 capacity, powerful Bluetooth sound, spacious sun pads, deck shower (important after swim).
- La Vie Est Belle (Whiteshark 28, 10 pax) — the bachelor/bachelorette favourite, 360° walkaround, top sound, €650/day
- Lady L (Axopar 28 ST, 8 pax) — aft cabin for changing, more upscale, €650/day
- San Lorenzo SX 76 (12 pax) — for bigger groups with budget, €2,800/day, skipper mandatory
Per-person budget: 3 scenarios
Total bachelor/bachelorette boat cost depends on 3 variables: chosen boat, lunch (simple beach vs Club 55 vs Bagatelle), options (skipper, champagne, photographer). 3 real scenarios.
- Economy — 8 friends, La Vie Est Belle without skipper, Club 55 lunch: €88/person boat + €90/person lunch + €15/person champagne = **€193/person** full day.
- Standard — 8 friends, La Vie Est Belle + skipper, Bagatelle lunch, Ruinart bottle: €113/person boat + €120/person lunch + €30/person champagne + €25/person skipper = **€288/person**.
- Premium — 10 friends, San Lorenzo SX 76 + skipper, Gigi Rigolatto lunch, Dom Pérignon: €350/person boat + €150/person lunch + €80/person champagne = **€580/person**.
FAQ
Can we bring our own music?
Absolutely. All our boats have powerful Bluetooth sound. Connect your phone (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer) and manage the playlist. The skipper can also prepare a custom playlist on request (90s French, electro, hip-hop, tropical vibe).
Is it suitable for a "relax" bachelorette without alcohol?
Perfectly. We offer alcohol-free options: caterer-made mocktails (€25/person), yoga/stretching anchorage sessions with a sports coach (+€180/outing), guided snorkelling. The boat imposes no vibe — you create it.
Can we organise a surprise (hidden photographer, surprise cake)?
Yes, frequent request. Discreetly embedded amateur photographer (+€150), surprise cake from Cascade in Sainte-Maxime (€45), banner deployment at the chosen moment, second boat arriving with the groom/bride from the other side. Let us know 72h ahead for staging.
What if a group member has seasickness?
We adapt the itinerary: stay in sheltered Gulf zones (Canoubiers Bay, Port Grimaud) instead of open sea, avoid windy days, offer frequent breaks. A catamaran is the best option for sensitive people (max stability, no roll) — see our catamaran rental page.
