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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Spain

130 tours  ·  from $8 a head

An hour on the Guadalquivir and a full day under sail off Mallorca are the same category and nothing like the same day. The 15 below are priced and clear about how much swimming time you actually get.

Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming - The Travelin Lady, a boat built for this job
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Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

1.Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,619 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $13Our pick

Set out from Los Cristianos aboard Travelin Lady, a purpose-built, low-emission whale-watching yacht. Guide Ines explains the marine life in English, French, Spanish, or Italian as you look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and more. The 90-minute trip includes the Cave of Love and a short swim and snorkel stop when conditions allow.

“very very good and we are very lucky to see sooooooo many whales！！”

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Seville: 1-Hour Guadalquivir River Sightseeing Eco Cruise - Starting at Muelle de Nueva York
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Seville: 1-Hour Guadalquivir River Sightseeing Eco Cruise

2.1-Hour Guadalquivir River Sightseeing Eco Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 10,281 reviews · 1 hour · from $19

Spend one hour on the Guadalquivir River aboard a quiet eco-friendly boat from Muelle de Nueva York. A live guide provides Spanish, English, or French commentary as you pass Triana, the Torre del Oro, La Maestranza bullring, and the Inquisition Castle. Buy a drink at the onboard bar and enjoy Seville from the water.

“Beautiful cruise down the river, boat was lovely not over packed and a nice drinks service too.”

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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim - Portals Vells, Cala Vella, and the first swim
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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

3.5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,957 reviews · 5 hours · from $69

Sail from Palma with Magic Catamarans along Mallorca’s south coast. Stop at Portals Vells or Cala Vella for swimming and snorkeling, then enjoy a buffet of grilled meats, salads, cake, wine, and sangria. Choose a 10 AM or 3:30 PM departure. The route depends on wind, and Captain Perez has been praised for keeping the mood lively.

“We absolutely loved our boat tour. Such a great value for the price! Great food, drinks, and music. Such a fun group, and the guides were very energetic and made the day awesome! The spots to stop and swim / snorkel were gorgeous. Highly recommend to anyone traveling to Palma!”

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Seville: Guadalquivir River Cruise - Starting beside the Torre del Oro
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Seville: Guadalquivir River Cruise

4.Guadalquivir River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 6,921 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

Board a two-deck boat beside Seville’s Torre del Oro for a relaxed one-hour cruise on the Guadalquivir. A recorded multilingual guide points out Triana, the Puente de Triana, historic churches, abbeys, exhibition pavilions, and the old riverfront. Choose a sunny morning for easy sightseeing or a late departure for sunset views.

“Fantastic trip along the guadalquivir river. Beautiful scenery we booked for 9pm so we were lucky enough to see the sunset. very informative tour audio.”

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Barcelona: Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Music - Leaving the Marina and Finding Your Sea Legs
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Barcelona: Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Music

5.Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5,923 reviews · 1 hour · from $15

Spend an hour on Barcelona’s Chill Out Catamaran, cruising from the marina along the coast with skyline views, bean bags, a wave-shaped wooden bar, and a Kids Corner. Choose daytime or sunset. Sunset sailings include live music from June to September, and selected dates run 90 minutes.

“This was a last minute decision after thinking about how to spend our final evening in Barcelona. We are really glad we went on this boat trip. We could recognise all the places we had visited from the boat. We enjoyed the sunset and the experience of being on a catamaran. The singer was brilliant too. We thought the trip overall was excellent and offered good value for money. The port is in a location to get a late dinner afterwards.”

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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - The dolphin search is the main event
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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

6.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,786 reviews · 1h 40m · from $22

Set out from Benalmádena aboard the New Magic catamaran for a 100-minute dolphin-watching cruise. Your captain and crew track marine life along the Costa del Sol, with underwater viewing windows, shaded seating, a bar, restrooms, music, and a possible open-sea swim in summer. Sightings are not guaranteed, but a no-sighting ticket earns 50% off a future trip.

“Staff were lovely. Was so comfy the whole duration and despite bad weather, we saw so many dolphins!!! Great day!”

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Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h - Cala Bassa adds a second beach and a change of pace
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Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h

7.Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,588 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Spend six hours on a spacious three-deck catamaran from San Antonio, stopping at Cala Comte and Cala Bassa, then pausing offshore for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboards, slides, and floating toys. Food, soft drinks, beer, sangria, and wine are included, with a sunset option passing Cafe Mambo.

“What a beautiful day in Ibiza. This is a great trip for families, especially those with teenagers. The beaches were nice, but we probably could have cut some time there and spent more time a the open swim, which was a major highlight. The only thing better than the swim, was the magnificent sunset viewed from the boat. It was like something out of a movie! The crew was very nice and the boat did not seem crowded.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks - What the three-hour cruise feels like
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

8.Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,096 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $52

Set out from Puerto Colón with White Tenerife on a 3 or 5-hour catamaran cruise through the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Your crew, including captains such as Carlos and Miguel on some departures, looks for pilot whales and dolphins, plays underwater sounds, serves food and drinks, and stops for a swim.

“The trip was beautiful and we saw some turtles and pilot whales. The crew were really careful around the sea life and turned off the engines as soon as they felt they should. They were helpful and kind. One thing you need to be aware of (and there are plenty of warnings on the booking) is that it is very rough far out into the ocean and a fair few people were very seasick. It’s a wonderful trip and the crew were absolutely amazing with everyone who was ill but don’t let it ruin your trip and take tablets beforehand. Thank you to the crew for looking after my son…”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop - Leaving Los Gigantes Port on the Masca Express
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

9.Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,539 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Set out from Los Gigantes Port aboard the Masca Express for a two-hour search for pilot whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Cruise beneath the cliffs of Los Gigantes and Masca, enjoy one cold drink, then swim in Juan López, Masca, or Barranco Seco when sea conditions allow. Spanish is the listed host language.

“It was amazing experience. I like the most watching dolphins in their natural area and swimming in the ocean with amazing views. I really recommend this!”

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Morro Jable: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim - The search for dolphins, whales, and other sea life
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Morro Jable: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim

10.Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,158 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Join the Magic Dolphin from Morro Jable for a two-hour search for wild dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, and flying fish. Guides such as Carmen, Nino, Karol, and Luis explain the marine life in Spanish, English, or German. Drinks, a toilet, and a swim stop in Jandía are included, but sightings are never guaranteed.

“Really enjoyed this activity. Saw plenty of dolphins and a sea turtle. The guides were great, and there was time to stop for a swim, which my husband loved. Transport was on time and well organised.”

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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South - Pickup from Mallorca’s southern resorts
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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South

11.Island Tour with Boat, Tram & Train from the South

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,888 reviews · 8 hours · from $117

Travel from southern Mallorca through the Tramuntana mountains by air-conditioned bus, boat, tram, and wooden train. Visit Lluc, Sa Calobra, Sóller, and Port de Sóller while guides such as Sebastian, Juan, and Xavi explain the island in several languages. Expect a full day, tight connections, winding roads, and limited time in some stops.

“was very interesting, I reccomend this trip to everyone”

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Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - The first hour: cliffs, caves, and coastal villages
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Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

12.Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,812 reviews · 4 hours · from $59

From Lloret’s beach promenade, you’ll sail along the Costa Brava, passing cliffs, caves, coves, and fishing villages before anchoring for swimming, snorkeling, and a self-service BBQ. Beer, sangria, soft drinks, and water are included. Morning trips suit families, while afternoon and Saturday departures bring a livelier adults-only party mood.

“we liked everything it was fun and we decided even to go again. boarding is for most people stressful I think everyone wanted to get on board fast for a good seat. that is not necessary plenty of space on board. take your time so boarding is faster.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks - Leaving Puerto Colón for the open sea
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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

13.Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,653 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $41

Sail from Puerto Colón with guides such as Lucy, Danny, or Tony, watching for resident pilot whales and dolphins near Tenerife’s southwest coast. The 2-hour cruise includes drinks, while the 3-hour trip adds a swim and snorkeling stop at Playa Espagueti. Expect helpful wildlife explanations, open-sea views, and a boat limited to 50 people.

“A fantastic trip, the captain was very kind. Saw lots of dolphins & pilot whales and views of Tenerife Highly recommend! And free drinks Loved it”

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Valencia: Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option - What you see from the water
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Valencia: Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option

14.Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,566 reviews · from $17

Join Mundo Marino for a 1 to 3 hour catamaran cruise along Valencia’s coast. You’ll see the City of Arts, Miquelet, and city skyline from the Mediterranean, with daytime and sunset departures available. Sunset bookings include a glass of cava, and selected Wednesday summer departures add a live DJ.

“MUST do if you are in Valencia! Really recommend during sunset”

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Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip - A 90-minute route made for sunset
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Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

15.Sunset Catamaran Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,200 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $27

Join Fly Blue Málaga at Muelle Uno for a 1.5-hour sunset catamaran cruise along the Mediterranean. You’ll have open seating, netted lounging areas, bathrooms, and a bar selling drinks and snacks. English and Spanish-speaking crew keep boarding simple, while music, coastline views, and the fading sun provide the evening’s entertainment.

“We enjoyed being on the water and seeing the Malaga shoreline and coastal surrounds. The cruise was not overbooked so it was comfortable for all. Would highly recommend - great opportunity to get photos of the port and beaches.”

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