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Uber is expanding its travel ecosystem to the French Riviera with the launch of Uber Boat, a new on-demand boat rental service arriving in June 2026. The service will be available in key Mediterranean destinations including Nice, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Marseille and Toulon, marking a significant step for the American platform beyond urban mobility.
Unlike a maritime transport service, Uber Boat is designed as a rental experience, allowing users to book boats by the half-day or full day directly through the Uber app. Customers will be able to choose vessels with or without a skipper, depending on their needs, offering a flexible way to explore the coast at leisure.
The initiative is powered by a strategic partnership with Click&Boat, a leading European boat rental platform founded in Paris in 2013. The company manages a network of approximately 50,000 boats across Europe, providing Uber with immediate access to an extensive maritime fleet.
Beyond the Côte d’Azur, Uber Boat will roll out in several major destinations across Europe, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, as well as inland locations such as Annecy and Paris. The launch reflects Uber’s ambition to integrate multiple travel services into a single digital ecosystem. Subscribers to Uber One will also benefit from a 10% credit on bookings.
The announcement was made during Uber’s annual “GO–GET” event in New York, where the company also unveiled new partnerships with Expedia Group and Accor, further strengthening its positioning as a comprehensive travel platform. These integrations will allow users to book accommodation and earn loyalty rewards across services.
On the French Riviera, where luxury tourism and yacht culture are deeply embedded, Uber Boat could reshape access to boating. Traditionally reserved for experienced sailors or high-budget clientele, maritime leisure may become more accessible through a simplified digital booking model. However, the success of the service will largely depend on pricing and how effectively it balances luxury positioning with broader accessibility.