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The World’s 15 Best Catamaran BBQ Cruises

46 tours  ·  from $35 a head

The 15 best catamaran bbq cruises 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.

Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music - Hotel pickup takes patience
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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

1.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,886 reviews · 5 hours · from $93Our pick

Spend five hours aboard the 74-foot Ocean Voyager or 80-foot Tahiti catamaran, stopping at hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Swim, snorkel, eat a fresh barbecue, and enjoy unlimited white wine and soft drinks. Sunset sailings add a memorable view, while morning cruises offer calmer sightseeing.

“This tour was amazing! The swimming areas we went were nice, and the food on the boat was amazing as well as the unlimited drinks!”

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Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer - Red Beach, White Beach, and Mesa Pigadia
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Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

2.Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,209 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151Top rated

Spend about five hours aboard a small-group catamaran from Vlychada, with swim stops at Mesa Pigadia, Palea Kameni, and a quiet cove. The crew serves a Greek BBQ buffet, wine, and soft drinks, while guides such as George and Elena help make the trip easy and relaxed.

“This was a very well run day. Our driver picked us up on time, we arrived to our boat, which was quite new and very nice. The crew were all great: terrific captain and lovely crew. The food was good, we could request as much to drink as we wanted but I was happy to see that there were no inebriated guests..all were very respectful. We stopped 3 times to swim (very briefly but we did) and snorkelled a bit once. We would highly recommend this trip.”

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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers - White Beach and the Aegean rock formations
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Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

3.Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,933 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend about five hours exploring Santorini’s coast by catamaran, with pickup, Red and White Beach views, swims at Mesa Pigadia and Palea Kameni, and a BBQ with wine if selected. Sunset departures add caldera views in the evening. Groups are limited to 22 people.

“We took the sunset cruise and it was amazing . It was a lot of fun mainly because of the all women crew we had. They took really great care of us and the food was delicious. Kudos to Elena and team.”

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Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - Two hours at anchor for swimming and snorkeling
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Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

4.Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,812 reviews · 4 hours · from $59

Board near Lloret de Mar’s town hall for a four-hour Costa Brava catamaran cruise. You’ll sail past cliffs, caves, beaches, and fishing villages, then stop for swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ, beer, sangria, soft drinks, and music. Choose a family morning, adults-only afternoon, or Saturday celebration departure.

“It was lots of fun, the crew made it a fun experience for kids and adults alike with music and exuberance. A fun atmosphere was had throughout and they encouraged everyone to have fun and get involved, whilst also making sure everyone knew the rules and safety especially for the kids. Jumping off the boat, having a swim and then great food and drink. Excellent.”

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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar - Red Beach and the first swim
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Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

5.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Set sail from Vlychada Marina for Red Beach, White Beach, the Venetian lighthouse, volcanic hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia. Your English-speaking crew serves meze, a fresh BBQ, desserts, wine, soft drinks, and water. Small-group catamarans, towels, snorkeling gear, and hotel transfers are included.

“Well organized, safe, clean boat, respectful crew, beautiful sights, great food and plenty of wine.”

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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - Pickup from Thera and the run to Vlychada
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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

6.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,452 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

You’ll sail from Vlychada or Ammoudi on a luxury catamaran, stopping at Red Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the hot springs, and the volcano. Swim, snorkel, eat a BBQ lunch, and watch the sunset. The crew may include Maria, Neta, or Liz, with vegetarian and vegan meals available by request.

“Amazing trip with great guide and crew. Food and drink were excellent too. We would highly recommend this trip! Thank you”

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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks - Pickup, ports, and the first hour aboard
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Santorini: Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks

7.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Meal and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,449 reviews · 5 hours · from $153

Spend five hours aboard a Lagoon 450 with up to 14 other passengers, sailing from Ammoudi or Vlychada to Santorini’s hot springs, White Beach, and Red Beach. Your crew prepares a fresh BBQ, serves unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and water, and adds towels, snorkel gear, blankets, and island notes.

“The crew, Adonis, chris and Helen were amazing. Nice swimming sessions, the Aegien sea is beyond belief. Great food and BBQ on the boat. This tour was the best part of my visit to Santorini, i cannot recommend enough!”

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Barcelona: Catamaran Party Cruise with BBQ Meal - The first hour, Barcelona from the water
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Barcelona: Catamaran Party Cruise with BBQ Meal

8.Catamaran Party Cruise with BBQ Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,422 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Join Catamaran Sensation at Port Olímpic for a three-hour coastal cruise with music, dancing, snacks, a BBQ, unlimited soft drinks, and two beers or sangrias after swimming. The boat stops near Badalona for a 30-minute swim, with sun decks and a giant donut for floating.

“I had so much fun on this cruise!!! The food was great. The staff was great. The music was great and the views were great.!! Highly recommend this activity for anyone, I took this cruise last minute and went solo!! do not miss this!! 😍😍😍 it was my birthday and I had so much fun, even if I was by myself 😍 you can take lots of pictures, go swimming and snorkeling, and jump off the boat. What’s great is you get a breakfast/appetizers in the beginning with fruit, snacks, hummus and during your swim time they barbecue you burgers! Two free drinks and water available at all times.”

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Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Athens with Traditional Greek Meal and BBQ - Getting underway with the crew
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Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Athens with Traditional Greek Meal and BBQ

9.Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Athens with Traditional Greek Meal and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,346 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $205

Spend about five hours sailing from Alimos Marina with a maximum of 10 people. Swim twice, use provided snorkeling gear, enjoy an open bar and a freshly prepared Greek BBQ, then return to your Athens hotel. Choose a daytime lunch cruise or a sunset dinner sailing.

“We were picked up by an upscale van to the marina where Joanna and Kastas met us. We sailed to 2 lovely places for a chance to swim. It was chilly so we just enjoyed the view. They put up the sails which was great and sailed awhile. They then cooked us a delicious dinner. One of the best meals I’ve had in Athens!! Then we sailed back and enjoyed the sunset. I would highly recommend this tour to any age!!! I was more than pleased.”

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Palma: Cueva Verde and Cala Vella Catamaran Cruise with BBQ - Cueva Verde brings the first swim
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Palma: Cueva Verde and Cala Vella Catamaran Cruise with BBQ

10.Cueva Verde and Cala Vella Catamaran Cruise with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,344 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $109

Sail from Palma on a stylish catamaran limited to 55 people, with stops at Cueva Verde and Cala Vella for swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. Enjoy water, appetizers, a freshly prepared barbecue, dessert, and Palma Bay views. Drinks are available to buy on board.

“The crew were lovely, helpful & made sure the experience was safe & enjoyable for everyone! Would highly recommended!”

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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer - Red Beach starts the swimming day
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Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

11.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours sailing from Vlychada around Santorini’s caldera, with hotel pickup, swims at Red and White beaches, snorkeling, hot springs, a freshly cooked Greek barbecue, unlimited drinks, and an optional sunset finish near Oia. The boat carries a maximum of 20 people.

“Best views, even better food. Swift and on time pickup. Super nice crew. 11/10 would recommend. We snorkeled too. Everything was planned beautifully and this was the highlight of my Greece trip between Santorini, Crete, and Athens”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Hot Springs: warm water with a sulfur warning
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

12.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Ammoudi or Athinios, swimming near the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Enjoy a BBQ, Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and music, then watch the sunset if you select the later sailing. Hotel pickup is included.

“Great crew, very friendly and helpful staff, beautiful trip. The BBQ food was EXCELLENT and lots of it. Bring your own towel!”

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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer - Ammoudi Bay, Vlychada, and the pickup routine
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Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

13.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran with 20 or fewer passengers. Swim at Palea Kameni and Mesa Pigadia, view the red and white beaches, enjoy a buffet BBQ with wine and cocktails, and rely on crew members such as Louis, Helen, or Captain Leo for a friendly, well-run outing.

“A really fun cruise… for people of all ages. Plenty of food and drinks. The crew couldn’t be more pleasant. Captain Leo, Neda, Jehovah and the rest were super helpful. We did not have good weather but we still had a great time and saw a stunning sunset. I highly recommend.”

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Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option - Sailing from Cambrils toward Cap Salou
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Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option

14.Cambrils: Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and BBQ Lunch Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 935 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35Best value

Set sail from Cambrils for 2 to 3 hours aboard a luxury catamaran. You get a reserved Balinese bed, snacks, drinks, and a BBQ lunch option, then stop between Cap Salou and La Pineda for swimming and snorkeling. Guides speak Spanish, English, Catalan, French, German, and Dutch.

“Amazing day out with family, the BBQ was tasty with halal sausages and chicken kebabs and a good selection of drinks. I 100% recommend this activity.”

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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch - Starting at Trou d’Eau Douce
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Mauritius: Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

15.Catamaran Cruise to Ile Aux Cerfs with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 925 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Spend six hours sailing from Trou d’Eau Douce to Grand River South East Waterfall and Île aux Cerfs. You’ll snorkel, swim, eat a halal BBQ lunch, enjoy local drinks, and hear Mauritian Sega music. Hotel pickup is optional, and English and French-speaking crew accompany the cruise.

“This trip is excellent value for money. The guides were very welcoming and attentive. The food was delicious, music was lively and the ride to the Waterfall and Ile Aux Cerfs was nice and relaxing. Our driver was prompt and friendly. highly recommend this excursion.”

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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar - Mesa Pigadia, the best chance to swim and snorkel
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Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer - Hot Springs Near Palea Kameni
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Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers - Red Beach gives you Santorini’s volcanic opening scene
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Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

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