Tapas · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Every trip has one evening too few. These 15 boat trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Sail from Ciutadella’s old port to Son Saura, Es Talaier, Macarella, Macarelleta, and Cala Turqueta. Choose a 3.5-hour sailing with one beach stop or a 7-hour cruise with two stops, swimming, snorkeling, and chicken and seafood paella with drinks.
“Excellent day out. The paella lunch was particularly well organised.”
Spend four hours sailing from La Lonja Marina with a captain and host, limited to 10 to 12 people. Expect homemade tapas, a welcome drink, music, a turquoise-water swim stop, snorkeling, SUPs, and time in the sun or shade. Extra drinks cost more, and the boat returns to Palma.
“The catamaran was beautiful staff were good only stopped at one point and returned food selection was ok I was charged for a black coffee which surprised me only complementary drink was included it all seemed to quick as they had to be back to prep for second trip in one day”
Set sail from Port Olimpic for two hours along Barcelona’s coast. You’ll see Barceloneta, Montjuïc, the W Hotel, Torre Glòries, and Sagrada Família while enjoying three Spanish tapas per person, light snacks, and an open bar with cava, wine, beer, sangria, and soft drinks. Skippers such as Cristobal and Luigi may invite you to steer.
“Loved everything! Our crew was amazing. Appetizers were really good and more than enough for all of us. Plenty to drink only complaint was no red wine, but I understand why as I myself spilled cava...twice 😆 We would do it again.”
Set out from Ciutadella on the red Fiesta boat for a 7-hour cruise along Menorca’s south coast. Swim at Cala en Turqueta and Son Saura, view Macarella and Macarelleta from the water, and eat mixed paella with sangria or a soft drink. Hotel pickup is optional.
“The beaches were both lovely to swim at, really refreshing in the heat of the day.”
Join a small boat in Triana for a one-hour Guadalquivir cruise with tapas, one drink, music, blankets, WiFi, and live English-Spanish commentary. You’ll pass Triana Bridge, Torre del Oro, La Maestranza, San Telmo Palace, and the 1929 exhibition buildings.
“David was an excellent guide! He went the extra mile to please his guests. Totally authentic experience. Great cheese and jamon with drink and a wonderful trip on the River. Better if you speak Spanish but worked if you didn’t. Go the the Triana Market before your trip and “de me pa ti” for deserts before your trip 2 mins away. David gave us great advice on local tapas and flamenco places. Highly recommended!”
Sail from Key West’s Historic Seaport for about 2.5 hours aboard a catamaran, watching for wild dolphins before sunset near Mallory Square, Fort Zachary Taylor, and Sunset Key. Premium wine, beer, champagne, soda, and chef-selected bites such as shrimp cocktail are included.
“The captain and mate were a great match in making sure that we had a great time. Drinks, food and sights were top notch.”
Spend three hours off Malaga on the Catamaran Shooting Star, with Spanish and English-speaking crew, open-water swimming stops, a drink, and pork paella with salad, bread, and fruit. You can sit in the shaded area, sunbathe on deck, or pay extra for the front nets.
“Saw dolphins! Great for a swim and paella was yummy!”
Sail from Palma on a small catamaran with skipper Helmut and bartender Nadine. Enjoy homemade Spanish tapas, optional cocktails, a swim and snorkel stop, SUP boards, floats, and a friendly group capped at 12 people. It is an easygoing half-day on the water with a personal feel.
“Lovely 4 hour boat trip with great tapas and superb cocktails. We were made to feel extremely welcome. I would highly recommend.”
Join Blue Dream Sailing from Puerto de Los Gigantes for three hours along Tenerife’s red cliffs. With a skipper and guide, you’ll look for pilot whales and dolphins, swim or snorkel near the coast, and enjoy tapas with an alcoholic or soft drink. Some trips are led by Luis and Moises.
“We absolutely loved this trip. We were picked up from our hotel and had a great time on the boat. We got to see pilot whales and dolphins! Amazing views, great crew and an absolute blast! Highly recommend.”
Sail from Valencia with Boramar catamaranes for paella, salad, fruit, and one included drink. The crew, including hosts such as Ulysses, Javi, Álvaro, Marco, and captain Pepe, serves lunch before a swim stop near Port Saplaya. Expect music, sea views, and roughly 2.5 hours onboard.
“We loved it. The ship (catamaran) is very comfortable and the Paella was delicious. Highly recommended.”
Sail from La Lonja Marina with a skipper and host on a polished catamaran for up to 10 to 12 people. You’ll get a welcome drink, homemade tapas, coastal views, and time to swim, snorkel, paddleboard, or relax in a quiet bay.
“Absolutely amazing time, it was a little bit of bad weather, but the service was absolute phenomenal. The food was great. They compromise and took different paths in order to make ousure that we had a great time.”
Cruise from Port d’Alcúdia to Coll Baix and Alcanada Lighthouse with a maximum of 12 people. You’ll pass sea caves, swim and snorkel in clear water, try a paddleboard, and enjoy tapas, cava, beer, sangria, wine, and soft drinks. Crew members may include Mike, Joel, Celso, or Dan.
“Wonderful tour and excellent staff! Friendly and great snorkeling with a lot of fish 🐟 I would highly recommend this tour.”
Sail from Lagos Marina to Ponta da Piedade on a traditional Portuguese boat, then transfer to a smaller craft for the caves and arches. Guides such as Luis, Mariana, and Mauricio add local insight. Portuguese tapas, swimming time, and sunbathing are included, weather permitting.
“The entire tour was amazing. The hospitality, when they kept asking and making sure everything was okay. Thank you, Chico, Luis, Martim, and Ricardo.”
Spend about two hours sailing from Moll de Mestral past Barcelona’s waterfront and Nova Icaria beach. Enjoy three Spanish tapas, snacks, alcoholic and soft drinks, and a professional skipper. Small groups reach 11 people, with private and live-music upgrades available.
“Captain and musician were great The sail was beautiful, really lovely. If you are expecting more than 1 of 4 tapas, or the most basic of drinks - don't bother. Geared for younger people who just want to drink. Eight American sized people are too tight in the main area. 2 of the 4 couples went to the front of the boat, so it worked out. But if it had been all older couples that would have been way too tight a fit. On another boat leaving at the same time was a couple with a smaller dog, and they allowed the dog. I didn't think that was okay. Not…”
Cruise Gran Canaria’s southwest coast aboard a comfortable yacht with a small group, hotel pickup, tapas, sangria, beer, snorkeling, and paddleboards included. Swim at anchor near Mogán, then add jet skiing, parasailing, or e-surfing for an extra charge. Guides speak English, German, and Spanish.
“Awesome boat trip, 100% recommend. Very good personal service, nicest people. The boat was also very comfortable with a big sun deck. And the food was very good. 👍”
