Every May, the world’s most glamorous race transforms the streets of Monaco. While thousands line the grandstands to catch a glimpse of Formula One’s most coveted prize, the most sought-after vantage points are found along the waterfront, where a fleet of superyachts for charter gathers in Port Hercule and along the coastline. BOAT takes a look at the trackside charter yachts attending the Monaco Grand Prix in 2026...
Read More/From sailing yachts to superyachts: 10 decades of Monaco Grand Prix yacht historyKismet
Stats: 122m, 2024, Lürssen, 12 guests, 8 cabins
Highlights: Alongside a long list of standout features, Lürssen's 122-metre 2025 Motor Yacht of the Year, Kismet, maintains its award-winning status and she will be a commanding spectacle at this year's Monaco Grand Prix. The Nuvolari Lenard-designed exteriors and interiors by Reymond Langton are primed for entertaining, featuring elaborate details and ample space. The outer decks are just as spectacular, from the main pool and disco pool lounge with an interactive dance floor, to the sundeck with its large spa pool, bar and panoramic lounge space, and to the pickleball court and half basketball court.
Kismet is available for charter with Cecil Wright with a weekly rate from €3,000,000
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Stats: 87.6m, Golden Yachts, 2022, 12 guests, 28 crew
Highlights: With her striking triple X design down the waist of the superstructure, the 88-metre superyacht Project X, designed by Ken Freivokh, will be turning heads at the Monaco Grand Prix. Her striking exterior conceals a staggering three-deck atrium, with internal balconies and a circular glass elevator that connects the decks. Bright and contemporary spaces throughout are decorated with artful lighting by Italy’s Studio Massari. There’s even a library on the main deck and a professional DJ set up, which bridges over the main deck pool. Closer to the water, Project X has an impressive sea-level beach club with two sea terraces, a huge swim platform and a sit-up bar with views into the glass-sided pool above. The space also has a fully-fledged spa with a sauna, hammam and massage room that doubles as a beauty room.
Project X is available for charter with Camper & Nicholsons with a weekly rate from €1,200,000
Read More/How the 88m Project X came to life over 14 yearsSilver Fox
Stats: 72m, Sanlorenzo, 2026, 12 guests, 8 cabins, 21 crew
Highlights: Measuring 72 metres in length, Silver Fox saw the Sanlorenzo team link up once again with Zuccon International Project and Francesco Paszkowski Design, in collaboration with Margherita Casprini. Highlights on board include a touch-and-go helipad, formal dining on the main deck and two tender garages amidships, which house a 10-metre Pascoe limo tender and the crew tender, as well as a range of water toys. There is also a sports court, which doubles as an extra-large viewing or entertainment platform for the race. The yacht recently hosted Alo Yoga’s invitation-only “Wellness Club at Sea” activation off Cannes throughout the Cannes Film Festival.
Silver Fox is available for charter with Edmiston with a weekly rate from €900,000
Read More/Inside Silver Fox: The 72m Sanlorenzo yacht hosting Alo Yoga’s Cannes wellness pop-upSherakhan
Stats: Vuyk en Zonen, 70m, 1965 (2005), 26 guests, 19 crew
Highlights: With space for up to 26 guests, Sherakhan is in a league of her own for large party charters - a perfect choice for the Monaco Grand Prix. Originally built in the Netherlands and extensively refitted to luxury standards, she has become one of the most versatile discovery yachts on the water. Her volume of 1,945GT allows for a spectacular range of amenities, including a soaring seven-metre atrium that forms the heart of the yacht, complete with a chandelier and a 26-seat dining table. On deck, highlights include an 18-person glass-bottomed Jacuzzi, expansive al fresco dining and generous lounging areas across multiple levels. The yacht for charter also has a state-of-the-art sound system and multiple bars. Inside, her interiors combine light woods, a fresh white palette, and a touch of worldliness thanks to curios, first editions and bespoke furnishings throughout.
Sherakhan is available for charter with Y.CO and has a weekly rate starting from €595,000
Apogee
Stats: 63m, 2003 (2023), Codecasa, 12 guests, 17 crew
Highlights: Apogee was delivered in 2003 as an all-around entertainer, perfect for the Monaco Grand Prix. She is constructed in steel and aluminium by Italian yard Codecasa to a design by Cantieri Navali with the yard's in-house naval architecture. She was last refitted in 2023, leaving her in immaculate condition for charter. At the helm, long-term Captain John Fleckenstein has led the yacht for charter for over a decade, ensuring smooth operation and a wealth of charter expertise.
Apogee is available for charter with Fraser with a weekly rate from $360,000
Severin's
Stats: 55m, Baglietto, 2020, 12 guests, 6 cabins
Highlights: Designed with charter in mind, the 55-metre Baglietto superyacht Severin's does rather well on the charter market, so seeing her at the Monaco Grand Prix is no surprise. A highlight on board is her incredible sundeck offering 160 square metres of socialising space, complete with a swimming pool and bar. The upper deck features a multi-purpose room which can function as a guest cabin, playroom or massage area. Additional features include an indoor lounge with a gaming table and, outside, a ten-guest al fresco dining table, bar and relaxation area aft. The sundeck, which boasts a swimming pool and bar, completes the design of Severin's upper decks.
Severin's is available for charter with Edmiston with a weekly rate from €360,000
Akula
Stats: 52.3m, Baglietto, 2024, 12 guests
Highlights: Akula's imposing presence is underscored by an unusual silhouette and a dark grey hull, sure to command attention from onlookers at the Monaco Grand Prix. But this yacht for charter still has an elegant air, remaining well-balanced and proportionate with oversized windows that infiltrate the hull and superstructure. Inside, Enrico Gobbi's Team For Design curated her luxurious interiors, offering a sanctuary for up to 12 guests. She has a multi-level beach club and a suite of amenities to make watching the race and entertaining even better. The style complements the exterior, featuring a cool and muted colour palette of whites, creams, and subtle touches of nautical blue and yellow.
Akula is available for charter with IYC with a weekly rate from $325,000
King Benji
Stats: 46.7m, Dunya Yachts, 2024, 10 guests, 5 cabins
Highlights: With an all-essential blend of fun and refinement, King Benji is a striking vessel recognisable by her acid-blue hull and huge aft deck. The charter yacht has a plethora of features to suit all charter groups - perfect for the race - with versatile spaces, encompassing everything from ocean-themed cabins, an intimate crow's nest and seating around the Teppanyaki grill to a dual-temperature Jacuzzi and extensive toybox to keep guests entertained.
King Bengi is available for charter with Cecil Wright with a weekly rate from €250,000
Sea BlueZ
Stats: 36.6m, Benetti, 2006, 10 guests, 5 cabins
Highlights: This year's race will see another Benetti in the lineup, including Sea BlueZ, which was recently listed for sale for the first time. Constructed in GRP to a design by Italian studio Stefano Righini, Sea BlueZ was delivered as the first yacht from the Italian yard's Classic 120 model, said by her broker to be "one of the most successful series in the yard’s history". The Classic 120 was designed as an evolution of the smaller but equally as influential Classic 115, offering greater volume, enhanced deck layouts and extended cruising capability over the 36.6-metre model.
Sea BlueZ is available for charter with Camper and Nicholsons with a weekly rate from €105,000