Aboard · SPAIN BOAT TOURS
Spain keeps its best water offshore: pilot whales off Tenerife, catamaran days out of Mallorca and Malaga, and the sea caves of the Costa Brava. The 15 below are priced and timed, with the summer sailings that need booking days ahead.
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.”
From Puerto Los Cristianos, you sail aboard the Bahriyeli with certified multilingual guides who explain Tenerife’s whales, dolphins, turtles, and ocean habitat. The strict no-chase rule means animals set the pace. Expect open-air viewing, an indoor salon, and no swim stop during this two-hour trip.
“Crewe were really knowledgeable. well organised... no chase policy.”
Sail from Muelle de Nueva York on a one-hour Guadalquivir cruise aboard a quiet eco-friendly boat. You’ll pass Triana, Torre del Oro, La Maestranza, and the Inquisition Castle, with commentary in Spanish, English, or French. Drinks are sold onboard, but the ride itself is the main event.
“It was a very nice cruise with the history of Seville along the trip”
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.”
You sail from Malaga for 1 to 1.5 hours aboard a spacious catamaran, with English- and Spanish-speaking crew, coastline views, chillout music, and an optional glass of cava. Choose a simple sunset cruise or add a romantic light show. Live music runs on select dates until mid-September.
“It's always an excellent option, during the day as during sunset!”
Board a two-deck boat beside Seville’s Torre del Oro for a calm one-hour cruise along the Guadalquivir. You’ll pass under Puente de Triana, see Triana and Expo ’92 buildings, and hear recorded commentary in several languages. Sunset departures offer especially fine light.
“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.”
Cruise Barcelona’s coast aboard a stylish Chill Out Catamaran, choosing a daytime or sunset departure. Relax on bean bags, buy drinks and snacks at the wave-shaped bar, enjoy live music from June to September on sunset sailings, and support Mediterranean clean-up projects.
“What an amazing sunset cruise, it’s just dream come true vibe.”
Join Costasol Cruceros aboard the New Magic for a 100-minute dolphin-watching cruise from Benalmádena. Your captain and crew search for dolphins in open water, with shaded seating, a bar, restrooms, music, underwater viewing windows, and a possible summer swim stop. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but a future ticket is half price if none appear.
“Great value for money and great service on board too. We were lucky to spot a pod of dolphins and managed to spend time watching them.”
Spend six hours aboard a spacious, glass-bottom catamaran from San Antonio, stopping at Cala Comte, Cala Bassa, and a swim site for paddleboards, snorkels, slides, and floats. Food, soft drinks, wine, sangria, and beer are included. Sunset sailings add Cafe Mambo views.
“Brilliant afternoon - we enjoyed every minute of it. Entire crew were very friendly, fun, helpful & professional. Due to bad weather our original booking had to be changed to next day and the operator / Kelly contacted me via WhatsApp and responded quickly too when I couldn’t find location on day (put Float Your Boat Ibiza into Google maps rather than the Viator location). Every age was on tour too - we are in our 30s, there was one child and a 75th birthday celebrated too! Book it & enjoy a great day!”
Sail from Puerto Colón into Tenerife’s Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary on a quiet, fuel-efficient catamaran. The crew, including captains Carlos and Miguel, explains the marine life, plays underwater sounds, serves snacks and drinks, and stops for a swim. Choose three or five hours.
“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…”
Sail from Puerto Base in search of dolphins, pilot whales, and minke whales, with views of Gran Canaria’s coast along the way. Watch from deck or below through glass panels, then stop near Taurito for swimming, snorkeling, and the onboard slide. Hotel pickup is optional.
“Fabulous trip. Seen lots of dolphins and flying fish. Fabulous opportunity to swim in the little cove aswell. Very much recommended”
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!”
Sail along Valencia’s coast for 60 to 90 minutes with a Spanish- or English-speaking crew. Choose a daytime or sunset departure, enjoy views of the City of Arts and Miquelet, and select the seasonal Wednesday DJ option with cava at sunset.
“I did really like it. The music could be a little bit quiter (so the talking would be easier) but overall really nice”
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.”
See Mallorca’s Tramuntana range by air-conditioned bus, wooden train, historic tram, and boat. From southern resorts, visit Lluc, Sa Calobra, Sóller, and the Torrent de Pareis with multilingual guides such as Sebastian, Juan, or Xavi. Expect a full day of mountain roads, sea views, and carefully timed connections.
“Thanks to our guide Sebastian, we had a really good time, totally worth the money especially in a sunny weather. All stops were well organised and scenary was just amazing. Thanks for all.”
Pick a river, a coast or a harbour.
