REVIEWS · 1-HOUR EXPERIENCES
The 7 best one-hour sailings you can book right now, each with the per-head price, the hours it runs and how much of that is spent at anchor. Number one is first for a reason.
Board a power catamaran at Quay 5 for a one-hour run along Cape Town’s Atlantic shore. You’ll see Table Mountain and the city from the water, with chances to spot seals, dolphins, penguins, whales, or sunfish. English-speaking crew members such as Charlie and Rock have earned praise for lively service and helpful photos.
“The boat wasn’t too overloaded, the crew was proper too.”
Sail from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront to Green Point lighthouse and back in about an hour. You’ll get open-water views of Table Mountain, the stadium, and the Atlantic coast, with a professional crew, morning or afternoon departures, and possible dolphin, seal, or whale sightings.
“Great outing on the catamaran. Beautiful views of the city, stadium and mountain. We saw dolphins up close.”
Take a one-hour round trip from Lucerne to Kehrsiten-Bürgenstock and back on Lake Lucerne. You get mountain views, indoor and outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and a smooth ride, but no guide or commentary. The boat may be a regular motor vessel rather than a catamaran.
“This was great for first time visitors, those that have been before can take the same as its simply the ferry that leaves from the ferry terminal.”
Set out from Quay 5 with Waterfront Charters aboard the 16-meter Esperance schooner or Serenity One catamaran. Your one-hour sailing trip includes crew commentary, coastal views, and chilled refreshments available from the cash bar. The route changes with wind and weather, heading toward Milnerton, Clifton, or Robben Island.
“The trip was excellent! 10/10. Maverick is an excellent guide. His humour complimented the perfect weather and waves well.”
Take your own private power catamaran along Lisbon’s Tagus River for about an hour. A skipper handles the boat while you enjoy one beer or soft drink, light snacks, and views of Belem Tower, the Discovery Monument, the 25th April Bridge, Christ the King, and the main square.
“We paid a fortune for a luxury yacht cruise. We got the power catamaran for 4 a hour tour. What they gave us was a 2 hour cruise but just drove the boat very very slowly. Additionally, the power catamaran has no comfortable outdoor seating. We could have say inside but for the outside seating there was only a railing surrounding all out door benches. They made no effort to actually give us what we paid for. The Captain Phillippe could not have been nicer but that does not excuse the misrepresentation of this catamaran being anything remotely resembling luxury. It was barebones not luxury. They should have just told…”
Meet Wind Pirates at Port d'Alcúdia, then sail a Hobie Cat 16 with a qualified monitor. You’ll skim across Alcudia Bay toward Playa de Muro and Aucanada, with life jackets, lockers, insurance, and an auxiliary boat included. Bring swimwear and a towel.
“It Wasnt sunny enough but the trip and experience are till wonderful ,recommend especially on a sunny day”
Set out from Marina Cambrils for a one-hour catamaran ride along the Catalan coast. You spend about 30 minutes heading out and 30 minutes returning, with crew service, sea views, and a relaxed pace. A refreshment may be included, but food and drinks are not clearly guaranteed in the standard inclusions.
“Really a very pleasant experience, a very beautiful discovery.”
By what the day is for, by what comes with the ticket, or by who else is aboard.
