Bringing boat owners and charterers together
Click&Boat is an online platform that connects boat owners with individuals wishing to rent a boat for a day, a week or even longer. Founded in 2013, this French company has transformed the boat rental industry by offering a simple, safe and convenient solution for both amateur and experienced sailors.
Thanks to its user-friendly interface and wide range of choices, Click&Boat makes it easy to find and book boats in many destinations around the world.
Reassurance provided by the platform
Gilles Ocard is one of the many owners who place their trust in the platform. At the helm of his 15.54 m Lagoon 500, he transforms himself into a skipper to show his tenants around the Var coast. In the Click&Boat rental platform, he has found a partner he can trust to manage the rental of his property.
Gilles explains: "I've been registered since 2016 and I find it provides real reassurance for owners and tenants alike. I've never had any problems and everything has always gone smoothly. Customers get in touch directly via the platform and together we discuss the program they want. I only rent out my boat with a skipper - usually myself - or a professional skipper. There's quite a lot of technical equipment on board, such as a generator, watermaker and solar panels."
Simplified management
Gilles appreciates the ease of management offered by Click&Boat. Thanks to the platform, he can display his boat's availability, chat with potential renters and finalize bookings online. This simplicity allows him to spend less time on logistics and more time enjoying the sea.
It details: "We live aboard our boat with my wife, and I know the Var coast and all there is to see perfectly well. I rent out my boat for cruises by the week during the summer months, and by the day or weekend outside the summer vacations. There are some lovely spots in the area, such as the Giens peninsula, the islands of Porquerolles and Port-Cros, which are real gems. Depending on the destination, we can also go as far as Corsica or Sardinia. I adapt to my customers' wishes."
Security and peace of mind
Click&Boat ensures a safe and reassuring experience for Gilles and his renters. Boats undergo rigorous checks, guaranteeing the quality and safety of every rental. What's more, the platform's management of deposits adds an extra layer of security for all parties involved.
Gilles explains: "Before each season, the boat is checked by experts who make sure that everything is functional and safe to welcome people on board. It's also reassuring for the renters."
Flexibility and customization
With Click&Boat, Gilles can offer his customers a tailor-made rental experience. Options such as bunkering, linen and even jet-ski hire are available, allowing renters to tailor their experience to their needs and desires.
The professional skipper explains: "Apart from sailing, we take care of everything on board. We can cook, we have paddles to enjoy the anchorage. If tenants want to have dinner or lunch ashore, we bring them in the dinghy."
Premium customer experience
Renters appreciate the hassle-free experience offered by Click&Boat. With an experienced skipper on board to ensure safety and manage tasks, they can fully enjoy their stay without worrying about logistics. This attention to detail creates a friendly atmosphere and unforgettable memories for all. And for sailing enthusiasts, Gilles will be happy to involve them in all the maneuvers on board.
He concludes: "The majority of customers prefer to enjoy the sailing, taking it easy while I manage. It's also a pleasure to welcome them with me for the sailing!"
