Aboard · BOAT TRIPS WITH SWIMMING IN SPAIN
The 10 best boat trips with swimming in Spain you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Join Travelin Lady from Los Cristianos for a 90-minute whale and dolphin trip on a purpose-built eco-yacht. Guides including Ines explain the wildlife in several languages, while the small, stable boat visits the Cave of Love and pauses for swimming and snorkeling when conditions allow.
“Watched whales, dolphins, and dolphins. Nice sunny weather and kids swam in the ocean.”
Spend five hours aboard Magic Catamarans from Palma, with two weather-dependent swimming stops near Portals Vells or Cala Vella. Expect snorkeling, a barbecue buffet, soft drinks, Mallorcan wine, sangria, music, and views of Palma Cathedral on the return.
“The crew were amazing. everyone felt comfortable and in the mood to really enjoy the whole experience . improvements none nedeed.”
From Los Gigantes Port, the Masca Express takes you into the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to look for pilot whales and dolphins, then along the cliffs before a swim stop in Masca, Barranco Seco, or Juan López. A cold drink is included, and guides such as Alejandro add local sea-life insight.
“A nice boat trip with skilled skippers. We saw pilot whales and dolphins.The Los Gigantes cliffs where impressive.It is worth going!”
Join the Magic Dolphin for a two-hour wildlife cruise from Morro Jable. Search for dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, and flying fish with Spanish, English, or German guidance, then stop for a swim in Jandia. Drinks, a toilet, and optional resort pickup are included.
“Nimo and Fran were excellent captain and guide saw 3 pods of dolphins. Good explanations and comfortable boat to speed through the bay.”
Join Peter Pan from Los Cristianos for a two-hour, Blue Flag certified cruise with live commentary in five languages. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, and seabirds without chasing them, then take an optional 15 to 20 minute swim stop if the sea is calm.
“A very friendly crew. The boat was lovely to travel in.”
Set sail from Playa del Arenal toward Cap Enderrocat and Cala Vella on a spacious catamaran. You get time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and take photos, with music and a bar onboard. Choose the BBQ option for pasta salad, local bread, and one water, beer, or sangria.
“It was a very fun boat day! The staff were very kind and helpful, the food was good, drinks were great. We stopped twice both spots has beautiful scenery for swimming and pictures.”
Join Tenerife Dolphin from Adeje for a 3 or 4.5-hour catamaran cruise with multilingual guides, underwater viewing windows, whale and dolphin watching, lunch, drinks, and a 40-minute swim stop. Choose Diego Hernandez Bay or continue to Masca and Los Gigantes.
“It was good for the money, we saw dolphins and whales! had the best time!”
Spend 3.5 hours on a spacious catamaran from Santa Ponsa, cruising Mallorca’s southwest coast and stopping twice for swimming and snorkeling. You get access to masks and snorkels with a €20 deposit, two onboard bars, shaded seating, restrooms, and optional transfers from Arenal, Playa de Palma, and Calvia.
“Lovely boat trip around the island, reasonably priced food and drinks on board. With two stops for swimming/snorkelling. Shame they do not have enough flotation devises for unconfident swimmers. Which meant they missed out on the swimming. Only a few noodles available to use.”
Spend 90 minutes aboard a spacious catamaran off Valencia. Sunbathe on the suspended nets, watch the coast from the water, then jump in during a swim stop. English and Spanish crew provide instructions, with an optional DJ and drinks available to buy. Expect a relaxed, family-friendly boat trip rather than a long sailing excursion.
“Vibe boat was good, the bar guy was really inpleseant to be working, it was clear. there was music e the break for swimming is good.”
Spend four hours aboard Barca Samba, cruising Palma Bay with a multilingual crew, buffet lunch, water, music, a dance floor, and a swim stop after about an hour. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. Drinks beyond water cost extra, and the boat is for adults 18 and over.
“Booked trip for a large group of lads, all had a great time. It is slightly expensive as you only get 1 free drink and a small plate of food. But overall every had a great time and all the staff were outstanding.”
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