Málaga · CATAMARAN AND SAILING CRUISES
A catamaran buys you shade, a flat deck and a ladder into the water. These 15 compare the sailings out of Málaga port, the Marbella bay trips and the Fuengirola boats on price, group size and whether lunch and drinks are genuinely included.
Review of Benalmádena’s $22 dolphin boat tour, with Costa del Sol views, onboard comforts, wildlife tips, swimming, and practical advice.
“Fantastic! Guides friendly, allowed pictures of kids driving the boat. Loads of photo opportunities of Dolphins.”
Watch Málaga’s sunset from a spacious catamaran with chillout music, skyline views, an onboard bar, and a relaxed 90-minute cruise.
“Very clean, spacious, relaxing cruise, nice music. Our boat had lots of room in comparison to other boats that I saw departing with people packed in like sardines. I would definitely recommend this trip. Zero stress, easy to hop on and off the boat.”
Sail Malaga Bay by catamaran for city views, drinks, music, and an optional swim stop, with good value at about $23 per person.
“Great boat trip, and such good value for money! The nets on the front of the catamaran were fabulous - however arrive early as there wasn’t enough for room for everyone. Went on my sister’s hen do - drinks were reasonably priced (accept cash and card) and music was played so we could all get up and dance which was fun! Sea swim was short - you were only allowed to jump off the back of the boat and then had to get straight out of the water again (not allowed to go off for a short swim). All in all, great trip and great value for money! We had…”
Review of Málaga’s one-hour catamaran cruise, with skyline views, sun nets, onboard drinks, swimming on some trips, and strong value at $15.
“An enjoyable hour on the water. Even though it was busy it was still relaxing.”
Cruise Fuengirola’s coast on a 15-meter yacht, search for wild dolphins, swim, and enjoy cava, beer, soft drinks, and snacks.
“Staff were so friendly throughout the whole journey. Unfortunately did not get to see any dolphins but still had a great time regardless. Thank you so much. Would highly recommend.”
Watch wild dolphins from a spacious catamaran in Fuengirola, with Costa del Sol views, a bar, bathroom, and a two-hour open-sea cruise.
“we actually saw dolphins ,the sea was calm,two hours flew by.actually saw the dopl”
Sail from Puerto Banús to spot wild dolphins, enjoy snacks and drinks, and take in Marbella, Gibraltar, and Africa views for $71.
“The sailboat ride off of Marbella was great and the captain definitely made it that way! It was a 2 hr sailboat ride and viewing dolphins and the captain went out of his way to connect teeth his captain colleagues to track the dolphins. After the first hour, we changed direction and had a real treat seeing the dolphins for about half hour. Awesome experience . Also a nice size of other passengers and we had drinks and some snacks which was a lovely touch. So glad we went on this adventure today. Learned a bit from the captain too, 👍. Highly recommend.”
Review of Malaga’s 90-minute sunset catamaran cruise with cava, live DJ, Costa del Sol views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We spent a beautiful evening on the boat, we were dancing and the view was great. I recommend it.”
Search for wild dolphins off Benalmádena on a 100-minute catamaran cruise with coastal views, snacks, swim stop, and fair pricing.
“Although 7 out of 10 people were seasick, The crew made the experience unforgettable, helped with kids, showed them the doplfins while we were holding ourselves.”
Watch Marbella’s sunset from Puerto Banús with unlimited drinks, local snacks, blankets, and a friendly skipper on a two-hour cruise.
“Beautiful sunset. Good company Seas happen to be a bit rough. Didn’t sail. No cushions on front of boat to sit”
Sail Malaga’s coast on a spacious catamaran, swim offshore, enjoy paella and sangria, and escape the crowded beaches for three easygoing hours.
“The activity is well organized.. the food was very good.. large beautiful vessel.”
Sail Estepona Bay for two hours, search for dolphins, enjoy a drink, coastal views, and a possible Mediterranean swim.
“Fantastic trip, the boat was beautiful and so relaxing. We saw so many dolphins a wonderful thing to experience. Highly recommend this if you’re visiting Estepona. Lovely people and dog!”
Sail from Puerto Banús to spot wild dolphins, swim, paddleboard, and enjoy beer, wine, cava, and coast views on a small-group cruise.
“Great sunset cruise with Toni. Highly recommend both the boat and him as captain! He was very professional, friendly, and responsive. He provided a great experience, helping us also get a real taste of the sailing experience.”
Cruise from Fuengirola on a 15-meter yacht, watch for dolphins, enjoy drinks and snacks, and return to the marina after two relaxed hours.
“we are beyond happy with the experience. the view of 15 dolphins swimming next to the boat for 1 h was breathtaking! the boat is so clean, like brand new, there are unlimited drinks for everyone, the groups are small, the staff is wonderful and the capitan is amazingly kind and funny! We would definitely recommend this experience and I would suggest to do it in the morning, because the possibility to see dolphins is much bigger!”
Sail Marbella’s Costa del Sol with drinks, snacks, swimming, paddleboarding, snorkeling, and optional jet skiing for $56 per person.
“T was amazing, the guide (raoul) was amazing and the captain was also very Nice. They helped en were such gentleman, I think well go again durjng out trip”
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