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Half-Day Costa Brava Boat Escape from Palamós

Port Esportiu Marina Palamós, Palamós, Spain

4.6
18 REVIEWS
7
PEOPLE
4h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Spanish
Super Owner
Ivan is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Swimming Stop
    Fuel

About the experience

Escape the busy beaches and experience the Costa Brava from its most beautiful perspective — the sea. Departing from Palamós, this half-day boat adventure is the perfect way to discover hidden coves, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a relaxed outing along one of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular coastlines.

With four hours on the water, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the surrounding coastline while enjoying the freedom to shape the experience around your group. The itinerary is fully personalized and discussed directly with the owner, allowing you to decide where to go depending on the conditions and what you feel like doing.

Cruise past dramatic cliffs and quiet bays, anchor for a swim in turquoise waters, or simply drift along the coast while soaking up the Mediterranean sun. Many guests choose to explore nearby gems such as the beautiful areas around Palafrugell, Llafranc, or Tamariu — all known for their scenic landscapes and inviting waters.

The boat offers a comfortable and easy way to enjoy the sea with friends or family. With space for up to seven guests, it provides a relaxed setting whether you’re swimming, sunbathing, or enjoying some fun water activities during your time on the water.

On board highlights include:
- Bow solarium perfect for relaxing under the sun
- Bimini top for shade during warmer hours
- Swimming ladder for easy access to the sea
- Water sports equipment can be requested for an additional price

- A final cleaning fee of 50€ is paid at the port after the trip.

Whether you’re looking for a refreshing swim, a scenic coastal cruise, or simply a memorable moment at sea, this half-day adventure offers a perfect introduction to the beauty of the Costa Brava!

About the experience

Escape the busy beaches and experience the Costa Brava from its most beautiful perspective — the sea. Departing from Palamós, this half-day boat adventure is the perfect way to discover hidden coves, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a relaxed outing along one of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular coastlines.

With four hours on the water, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the surrounding coastline while enjoying the freedom to shape the experience around your group. The itinerary is fully personalized and discussed directly with the owner, allowing you to decide where to go depending on the conditions and what you feel like doing.

Cruise past dramatic cliffs and quiet bays, anchor for a swim in turquoise waters, or simply drift along the coast while soaking up the Mediterranean sun. Many guests choose to explore nearby gems such as the beautiful areas around Palafrugell, Llafranc, or Tamariu — all known for their scenic landscapes and inviting waters.

The boat offers a comfortable and easy way to enjoy the sea with friends or family. With space for up to seven guests, it provides a relaxed setting whether you’re swimming, sunbathing, or enjoying some fun water activities during your time on the water.

On board highlights include:
- Bow solarium perfect for relaxing under the sun
- Bimini top for shade during warmer hours
- Swimming ladder for easy access to the sea
- Water sports equipment can be requested for an additional price

- A final cleaning fee of 50€ is paid at the port after the trip.

Whether you’re looking for a refreshing swim, a scenic coastal cruise, or simply a memorable moment at sea, this half-day adventure offers a perfect introduction to the beauty of the Costa Brava!

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Organized by Ivan
Verified boat
· Super owner · 505 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Port Esportiu Marina Palamós, Palamós, España
Arrive back at:
Port Esportiu Marina Palamós, Palamós, España

4.6/5 · 18 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
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    Yoann
    Date of the rental 9/18/25  ·  Date of the review 9/25/25

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    Very good experience
  • L
    Lacour
    Date of the rental 9/22/25  ·  Date of the review 9/23/25

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    Engine for a 60hp very fair for 5 people
  • A
    Adrià
    Date of the rental 9/6/25  ·  Date of the review 9/14/25

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    everything great
  • A
    Alan
    Date of the rental 9/4/25  ·  Date of the review 9/5/25
    Communication about the booking was sufficient but minimal. More like booking a taxi than an expensive family outing. They upgraded us to a larger boat for free which was great. Our skipper was friendly until after 2 hours he announced he had to return to port and swap drivers so he could take another job. No explanation or apology given. He insisted we had to retrace our route all the way back and then out again with another driver who was just a young kid. Neither driver was knowledgeable about spots to explore such as famous sea caves and seemed to want to just bomb up and down the coast . However, they were competent handling the boat and checking on our welfare.
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4.6
  • Y
    Yoann
    Sep 2025

    Translated from French

    Very good experience
  • L
    Lacour
    Sep 2025

    Translated from French

    Engine for a 60hp very fair for 5 people
  • A
    Adrià
    Sep 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    everything great
  • A
    Alan
    Sep 2025
    Communication about the booking was sufficient but minimal. More like booking a taxi than an expensive family outing. They upgraded us to a larger boat for free which was great. Our skipper was friendly until after 2 hours he announced he had to return to port and swap drivers so he could take another job. No explanation or apology given. He insisted we had to retrace our route all the way back and then out again with another driver who was just a young kid. Neither driver was knowledgeable about spots to explore such as famous sea caves and seemed to want to just bomb up and down the coast . However, they were competent handling the boat and checking on our welfare.
  • A
    Amy
    Aug 2025
    This experience was terrible and I’ve had great experiences using this app. It was unsafe, unprofessional, and not worth the money. We asked to head back early and decided to enjoy the rest of the day off of the boat. To start, we have twin 3 year old boys and they didn’t think about life jackets for them until we reminded them. The first round of life jackets one worked but one was completely broken and unusable. I asked for another working life jacket and was given one with string ties which was way too big for my 3 year old. I used it because I wasn’t confident they had any others. We then had to remind them of the added items we purchase like a tube to go tubing. Then as we left for our trip our guide said we needed to remind him to return in a few hours because he would take a break and his colleague would drive at that point. He had no phone and no way of communicating to anyone should there have been an issue. We asked him to take us around and show us the coast and maybe a nice beach we could go relax on with our family. He drove 30 minutes to the first beach he saw and anchored 500 meters from the beach. And said ok go ahead! I was confused because we had 3 kids with us two of which were our twin toddlers, my mother who is nearly 70, now life jackets another than the terrible ones my toddlers had on and jelly fish all around the boat. I asked so you want us to swim all the way there now? He said yes. For a minute we tried to figure out if my husband and I jumped in while floating one or two children on a tube and swimming to shore and back. But it made no sense and seemed incredible dangerous given lack of floating devices for us our other child and all the very visible jelly fish around. We asked if there are any other beaches we could explore that would be easier and he said no this is the best one. We were staying in Llafranc and knew that was incorrect and that the beaches near us have water taxis to get you from your anchored boat the shore. At that point we decided this person was either not knowledgeable or didn’t care - either of which made us uncomfortable. We knew some of the best beaches already and decided let’s cut our losses and leave 6 hours early into our 8 hour boating adventure and just head to the places we know and have a relaxing beach day. It was unfortunate but I would not recommend this company if you want to have a memorable, safe, and fun time exploring costa brava by boat.
  • Luis
    Aug 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    The ship had no fenders, the anchor was loose, and there were minor details to be maintained. Furthermore, there were no good explanations given for the adverse weather conditions in various areas. The rest was fine.
  • A
    ARIADNA
    Jul 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    The service was excellent. Every question we had was answered, and they helped us get in and out of the port. The boat is also larger than it looks. We were a group of seven and we were very comfortable.
  • A
    Ana
    Jul 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    We had a perfect day. We went with a person with reduced mobility, and they were very attentive and took great care of us.
  • O
    Oscar
    Jun 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    Iván is a charming man, and we liked him from the very first moment. He was extremely attentive and caring, explaining everything wonderfully, and we had no problems at all. Thank you, Iván, for being an accomplice to such a perfect day!
  • M
    Michel
    Jun 2025

    Translated from French

    Ivan is a competent and very pleasant professional. We rented a boat from him for the day at a very competitive price. I highly recommend him.
  • Lisa
    Oct 2024

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    Perfect !
  • Jeanne
    Sep 2024

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    We rented the boat for a full day. The welcome, support and explanations were clear and transparent. The boat was as shown in the photos. Everything worked properly. Thanks to Ivan for his welcome and advice. I recommend!
  • Alejandro
    Sep 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    For the price it is an option to consider, although even with them for a little more they have better options... They should improve prior communication and in my case the boat was not clean and had a lot of dog hair (Iván got angry and ordered the boat to be cleaned, however it was not sufficient and they still handed it over to me dirty).
  • P
    Patrick
    Aug 2024
    I recently rented from Ivan and had an excellent experience. The boats were in top condition, the staff was friendly and professional, and the entire process was smooth. Highly recommended for a great time on the water!
  • A
    Alfonso
    Jul 2024

    Translated from English

    10/10
  • J
    Julian
    Jun 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    Ivan was very friendly and the boat was in perfect condition.
  • J
    jaume
    May 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    We reserved the 60 hp boat and when we returned to port he told us that we had taken the 30 hp boat. The electrical panel did not work well and at no time could we see the speed or fuel capacity we had. Otherwise a correct service and treatment.
  • M
    Marc
    Sep 2023

    Translated from Spanish

    Great experience with Ivan! I the perfect boat for a family outing! We will repeat?
  • Laurent
    Aug 2023

    Translated from French

    Good organization and good advice before departure. Very good and beautiful boat in perfect condition, consumes very little gas. Amazing day !
  • M
    Myriam
    Jul 2023

    Translated from Spanish

    Very good treatment and very good value for money.
  • Ronald
    Aug 2022

    Translated from English

    Great Boat Nice service

Good to know

Right of withdrawal for this booking:
Cancellation policy : Custom
67% refund up to 30 days before arrival, excluding expenses.
Booking conditions
Includes professional skipper
Security deposit : €700

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