A 40-metre yacht is a different kind of charter from a day on a motor yacht. You live on board for several days, with your own cabin, a crew of professionals, and a different bay each morning. M/Y SONISHI, a 40.05 m Sunseeker built in 2019, is one of the superyachts available for charter on the French Riviera. This guide explains who a yacht of this size suits, what is on board, what a week could look like from Cannes, and what to expect on the price.
Who Is a 40m Superyacht For?
SONISHI sleeps up to 10 guests in five cabins and can take up to 12 guests for day cruising, with a professional crew of eight. That makes it a good fit for:
- Families and groups of friends who want a week together without sharing a hotel.
- Celebrations such as birthdays and anniversaries, where service and space matter.
- Guests who want everything handled: the sailing, the meals, and the schedule.
If you only need a day on the water, a smaller yacht is usually better value. See our yacht rental in Cannes for day-charter options.
What Is on Board
The five cabins are arranged as three double cabins and two convertible cabins, with five bathrooms, so the layout works for couples and for children or friends sharing. The yacht is listed with a jacuzzi, two jet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, snorkelling equipment, and a premium audio system. Ask us which of these are available for your dates, since equipment can change. With a crew of eight, the service on board is closer to a small hotel than to a rented boat. To see what this level of service includes, read about our exclusive superyacht experiences and our crewed charters.
A Week on the French Riviera from Cannes
With a cruising speed of 12 to 22 knots, SONISHI covers the coast comfortably, and most legs take a few hours. This is an example of how a week could look. The real route depends on the yacht’s confirmed position, the weather, and the captain’s advice.
- Day 1: board in Cannes and sail to the Lérins Islands for a swim and lunch. See our Cannes to Lérins Islands itinerary.
- Days 2 and 3: Antibes and Cap d’Antibes, then Villefranche-sur-Mer, with jet skis and paddleboards in the quiet bays.
- Day 4: Monaco, with dinner ashore or on deck. See our yacht rental in Monaco.
- Days 5 and 6: head west to Saint-Tropez, and anchor off the beaches. See our yacht charter in Saint-Tropez.
- Day 7: return to Cannes, with a sunset cruise on the way. Read about a sunset yacht cruise in Cannes.
For a longer trip, our guide to a French Riviera to Corsica journey shows how to go beyond the Côte d’Azur, and our 7-day sailing itinerary from Cannes gives another idea.
What a Superyacht Charter Costs
SONISHI is listed from €175,000 per week. The charter fee is the starting point, not the total. On a crewed superyacht, plan for these items on top:
- The APA (advance provisioning allowance): a deposit, usually a percentage of the charter fee, that covers fuel, food, drinks, and port fees. Unspent funds are normally returned, and we will confirm the exact terms.
- Taxes: these depend on the itinerary and the charter arrangements.
- Crew gratuity: customary and at your discretion.
Ask us for a written quote that shows the charter fee, the APA, and the taxes for your dates.
Is SONISHI the Right Yacht for You?
If you like the idea but want to compare, here are other options from our fleet. For a smaller yacht and budget, look at the PRESTIGE 680 (from €37,800 per week) or the Azimut Atlantis 48 (from €19,500 per week). For a larger vessel, see the Amika. For a catamaran with more space and a lower price, there is the Bali 4.2.
When to Book
The Riviera season runs from May to September, and the best superyachts are often booked months ahead, especially around big events. If you want to charter during the Monaco Grand Prix or the Cannes Film Festival, read our guide to Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival yacht charters.
See the Yacht and Request a Quote
See the photos, the full specifications, and the current price on the M/Y SONISHI yacht charter page. Then tell us your dates, your group, and the kind of trip you want, and we will confirm availability and the itinerary. Request your quote.