REVIEWED · 3-HOUR EXPERIENCES
Good three-hour catamaran cruises sell their best departures weeks out. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes, and the detail that separates them.
Join Alicante Catamaran for a three-hour cruise from the city marina to Cabo de Huertas. You’ll have 45 minutes each way for coastal views, plus about 90 minutes at anchor for swimming and unguided snorkeling. One beer, wine, or tinto de verano, fruit, soft drinks, water, music, and masks and fins are included.
“great tour, very nice! 12 People from germany and we would do this again!”
Sail the coast of Sal for three hours with Cape Verde Sailing, in a relaxed group of roughly 15 to 20 people. Guides such as Daisy, Wesley, Jair, and Marcio serve drinks and snacks, help with the beach transfer, and point out wildlife. Expect one short swim or snorkel stop, sometimes near the underwater Jesus statue.
“We had a great time! The team made sure everyone was having fun and was there the whole time to fill up our drinks. The snacks were great too! We even saw a manta ray and they gave us some snorkeling tips for later this day and told us good spots to see turtles etc. Would very much recommend!!”
Sail from Puerto Colón on a two or three-hour Eden Catamaran trip, watching for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other sea life. You get bottled water, beer, and soft drinks, while the longer option adds a swim or snorkeling stop and sandwiches. The boat returns to Puerto Colón, with space for up to 50 people.
“Amazing crew, nice travel and we had a nice time for 3h. When you are seasick you just have to teel the crew and they will take care of you. We had a swim in the ocean. It was very nice and pleasant.”
Spend about three hours on a shared catamaran from Cabo San Lucas, stopping at the Arch for photos before heading to Chileno Bay for snorkeling and, depending on the boat, kayaking or paddleboarding. Tony Castro handles the operation, with crew assistance, drinks after the water activities, snacks, and optional food. Groups can reach 35 people.
“Had a great trip. It was my first time snorkeling and I had a crew of friends with me - there was enough room on the boat to largely keep to ourselves. Bonus was that we spotted a few whales! The instructions were limited, but really clear and we felt well taken care of. Only downside was out of their control - a few guests on board were really motion sick, which could not have been prevented by the crew but something for people booking the trip to take into account.”
Spend three hours aboard a private 42-foot Lagoon catamaran from Puerto Aventuras. You get a premium open bar, fruit, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheese quesadillas, paddle boards, a floating mat, and an onboard restroom. English and Spanish guides are available, with crew members such as Jesus, Camila, Jorge, and Angel praised for warm, attentive service.
Spend three private hours aboard a 45-foot lagoon catamaran from Puerto Aventuras. Your English- and Spanish-speaking crew provides paddle boards, a floating mat, snacks, bottled water, and a premium open bar for adults 21 and older. The calm bay, snorkeling sightings, and attentive service make this a good fit for families, couples, and groups.
You’ll spend about three hours on a private catamaran from Belém, sailing past the Discoveries Monument and Belém Tower before stopping near Oeiras for a swim. The crew, including team members such as Miguel, Diogo, Philipp, Ricky, and Antonio, handles the boat, drinks, and local views. Groups of up to 14 can shape the outing for sightseeing or celebration.
Join Mateo and Captain Eeka for a three-hour catamaran trip from Puerto Colón. The 11-person boat cruises Costa Adeje for whale spotting, a swim and snorkel stop near Veril Beach, snacks, drinks, and views of Fañabé, Torviscas, and Mount Teide.
“Fantastic trip! We went on the morning cruise, Mateo and captain Eeka were brilliant, really attentive and informative. We saw pilot whales and turtles. Had a swim in a beautiful bay, the boat was lovely, plenty of space. Drinks and food included. Well worth the money! Would 100% recommend to anyone who likes a smaller, less overcrowded boat trip.”
You’ll cruise from Belém with a friendly English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking crew, passing Lisbon landmarks and the Oeiras bay area before stopping for a swim. The private catamaran has roomy social areas, a toilet, onboard bar, welcome wine, and optional cheese, charcuterie, BBQ, paddleboard, and floaties. Philipp and Andrea have helped make recent trips especially relaxed and fun.
“Nem booking, meget venligt personale og en skøn oplevelse. Kan klart anbefales til andre.”
Set sail from Soufriere at 4:00 pm aboard a private catamaran for about three hours. You’ll cruise north along St Lucia’s west coast with views of the Pitons, music, unlimited drinks, and finger foods. The captain may turn the sunset sail into a lively dance cruise, so bring a camera and comfortable boat clothes.
“We went on the 3 hour cruise and were Greeted at the dock by the Fantastic crew of the Tango catamaran . The crew made you feel so relaxed and not only was it a relaxing cruise but we also went into Party boat cruise dancing with our crew thanks to the boat Captin/DJ. It was the best boat trip the 8 of us ever went on.”
Join Captain Jason and First Mate Keon for a three-hour catamaran cruise from The Sandpiper in Holetown. You’ll sail Barbados’ west coast, snorkel near green turtles and tropical fish, and visit a shipwreck or coral reef. The boat carries no more than 10 people, with unlimited cold drinks and alcoholic beverages included.
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