REVIEWS · MALAGA
Every trip has one spare day and too many boats competing for it. These 15 malaga catamaran cruises justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.
Cruise from Malaga for 1 to 1.5 hours on a spacious catamaran, watching the sun sink over the Alboran Sea. Choose a daytime or sunset sailing, add cava or a romantic light show, and enjoy English or Spanish crew service. Live music runs on selected dates until mid-September.
“Lovely catamaran, bar on board, comfortable cruise along the coast, good value for money”
Sail from Málaga’s Muelle Uno as the city turns gold, then watch the sun set from a comfortable catamaran with music, seating, bathrooms, and a bar selling drinks and snacks. The ride lasts 90 minutes in most months, though December and January departures last one hour.
“Excellent experience. Smooth boat ride with music, drinks, views and happy people.”
Sail from Malaga Port for 75 to 90 minutes aboard a spacious Mundo Marino catamaran. Choose sunset or night, enjoy one glass of cava or a soft drink, and listen to a live DJ. The upper deck is livelier, while the lower deck is better for sitting, photos, and a calmer view.
“best night we had in malaga! I will honestly remember this boat trip for a long time. great crew, great views and a really good dj and party!! such a good night.”
Join Mundo Marino at Malaga’s pier for a 1.5-hour catamaran ride across the bay. Enjoy coastline views, a bar onboard, and a swimming stop when sea conditions allow. Choose the DJ option for livelier music. The route changes with the wind, and the crew speaks Spanish and English.
“Good! The water was great and it was fun to jump off the boat. The sangria on board was strong which was great”
Sail from Málaga’s Muelle Uno on a 24-meter catamaran for one relaxed hour. Choose sun on the bow nets or shade on deck, enjoy music and sea views, and buy drinks from the bar. Swimming may be offered on some departures, but it is not guaranteed.
“The front windows were cracked glass and we couldn’t see out Otherwise it was a nice cruise”
Spend three hours aboard Mundo Marino’s spacious catamaran, sailing along Malaga’s coast with an English or Spanish speaking crew. Swim in open water, relax in sun or shade, and enjoy pork paella with salad, bread, fruit, and one drink. Front net seating costs extra.
“Amazing trip!! Great staff. So so clean. Great food! Cannot recommend more. Loved this trip so much!!”
Sail from La Herradura with up to 12 people aboard a deluxe catamaran. Matthew, Mia, Miles, or Tom may be among the crew. Expect cava, fruit, buffet food, coastal views, a swim stop, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
“It was an amazing experience. From we wmentered the boat until we left. The crew was very nice and friendly and the boat was great. Made for a really nice and relaxing day, and they had a lot of equipment to use in the water.”
Sail from Málaga’s Muelle Uno on a hybrid catamaran for about an hour. You’ll pass the Pompidou Centre, La Malagueta beach, the bullring, Alcazaba, and Gibralfaro Castle. There is no regular commentary, but you get open-air seating, music, a bar, and fine views back toward the city.
“Enjoyable way to pass an hour. The ride was a nice way to relax and get a different view of Malaga. The excursion was as described.”
Walk Málaga’s old center with a private English-speaking guide, visit the Alcazaba and Palacio Nazarí, then board a catamaran from Puerto de Málaga. Guides such as Oscar, Enrique, Nahuel, and Martha are praised for clear local history and helpful advice. Expect hills, cobblestones, stairs, and a possible break before the cruise.
“Martha had a great knowledge of the history of Malaga and delivered it well . She was open to questions and gave sound answers. The weather turned bad and she order taxi for us to meet her at the marina.”
Join Royal Catamarán aboard a Lagoon 380 from Puerto Banús for a relaxed two-hour cruise with up to 12 people. Carlos, Fran, Francisco, Pepe, or another crew member may lead your trip, with dolphin watching, swimming, paddleboarding, snorkeling, fishing, snacks, and a complimentary drink.
“Francisco and Carlo were wonderful hosts. The catamaran was spacious, the wine, beer and snacks delicious. We saw dolphins, had a lovely swim in the sea and attempted paddle boarding!”
See Málaga with a Spanish and English-speaking guide, walking the old center before visiting the Alcazaba, Nasrid Palace, and Gibralfaro. Oscar, Enrique, and Carlos have led especially well-regarded tours. A catamaran cruise from the port finishes the day, though sailing times can change with weather and sunrise.
“Oscar was great! We loved the history and missing the lines. Highly recommended!”
Spend three hours aboard a large Mundo Marino catamaran from Málaga’s Muelle Uno. You’ll sail past Malagueta Beach, stop for a swim, and receive pork paella with salad, bread, dessert, and one soda. The boat carries up to 150 people, with shade, music, a bar, and limited bow-net seating.
“Stunning day out with the most perfect weather, loads of drinks flowing, delicious authentic paella, and loved jumping off the catamaran into the refreshing water! Highly recommend for a group of friends or couples”
Join Mundo Marino at Malaga’s Muelle Uno for a 1 to 1.5-hour hybrid catamaran cruise around the bay. You’ll pass La Malagueta, the bullring, Alcazaba, Gibralfaro Castle, and the Pompidou Centre. Sunset departures include a glass of cava, with a bar onboard.
“Absolutely shocking we arrived 20 minutes before the boat was due to board. There were so many people there lots complaining it appeared. It had been oversubscribed when I approached the lady at the check-in desk. She told me I coulRead more”
Set out from Malaga’s Muelle Uno on a 90-minute catamaran cruise across the bay, with time for a sea swim and use of the onboard bathroom. The crew, including Carlos on some departures, helps with boarding. A bar is available, but outside drinks are not allowed.
“Me encantó la poder nadar lejos de la playa y ver el azul intenso de las aguas cristalinas que vienen del atlántico. El mojito después del baño, muy rico y refrescante. La tripulación excepcional.”
Take a private catamaran from Benalmádena Marina with up to nine friends. Your captain handles the sailing while you set the music, bring food and drinks, swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and watch for dolphins. Ramón, Brian, and Ramine have helped create especially friendly outings.
“Que pudimos ver delfines una maravilla A pesar de no tener todo el material ( solo había un pádel surf ) nos lo pasamos bien y disfrutamos de la experiencia”
By what the day is for, by what comes with the ticket, or by who else is aboard.
