6 BBQ Boat Days in Spain, With the Real Per-Head Price

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

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

Set out from Lloret de Mar’s beach on a spacious catamaran for a four-hour Costa Brava cruise. You’ll pass cliffs, caves, beaches, and fishing villages, then anchor for swimming, snorkeling, floating-mattress fun, and a self-service BBQ. Choose a family-friendly morning, an adults-only afternoon or evening, or Saturday’s celebration sailing with DJ music and five drinks.

“The crew were very friendly, the food was good and so enjoyed swimming and snorkelling, I highly recommend books with them.”

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2.Palma Bay: Boat Tour with BBQ, Snorkelling, & Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,047 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Spend three hours aboard Sa Calma Boats’ Super Delfin Verde, leaving from the Palma area for a swim near the marine reserve, a BBQ meal, music, and coastal views. Choose a daytime or sunset departure. The crew, including hosts such as Roger, Juan Diego, and Santi, keeps the mood lively while you swim, snorkel, and relax at sea.

“Really good trip from start to finish. We were looked after by everyone and the bbq was really nice. Would recommend”

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3.Catamaran Party Cruise with BBQ Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 949 reviews · from $40

Sail from Barcelona toward Badalona on a lively catamaran with music, dancing, drinks, and a sea swim. The 11:00 and 14:30 departures include a BBQ, while the 18:00 cruise serves snacks and drinks. The 18:30 TARDEO option offers live music and one cocktail but no swimming or meal.

“Could have been informed better that you could buy more drinks than the included two units. Other than that it was fine.”

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

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

Cruise from Cambrils along Catalonia’s coast, with an assigned Balinese bed, drinks, snacks, and an optional BBQ lunch. After about 45 to 60 minutes at sea, the catamaran anchors between Cap Salou and La Pineda or heads toward Montroig, depending on wind. You can swim, snorkel, or relax on deck.

“Weather was awful due to a local storm. The trip still went ahead but agreed to not go swimming due to strong current and the sea being too dangerous. We were allocated sun beds on board, food was amazing. We were the only family on board this day and they still continued with the trip which we are grateful for. Highly recommend this experience and we will be booking again next year when we return (and hopefully we get better weather.”

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5.S’Arenal: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 338 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Board a modern catamaran at Playa de Arenal for a relaxed three-hour sail through Palma Bay toward Cap Enderrocat and Cala Vella. Swim, sunbathe, or snorkel from the boat, then enjoy a freshly cooked BBQ with pasta salad, local bread, and water, beer, or sangria as the sun sets.

“Dancing to music, the open bar, and the barbecue were my favorite things.”

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6.Dénia & Jávea: Portixol Sailing Catamaran Excursion with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 288 reviews · 3.5 - 5 hours · from $65

Cruise from Dénia or Jávea aboard a spacious catamaran with a Spanish and English-speaking crew. You’ll pass coves, cliffs, and clear water, stop for swimming, and eat a filling onboard BBQ lunch with one included drink. Some departures use a paella lunch or motorboat if sea conditions or operations change.

“We went on the catamaran from Xàbia (3.5 hours with BBQ). We paid extra for net seats and were glad we did as these were reserved only for people with wrist bands. stopped for about an hour and a half for food and a swim - food was well organised with chicken/pork as meat options, bread, salad and a free drink. Nets were very exposed to the sun (obviously) but the central area has tables and seats to shelter from the sun if necessary. You could also buy crisps and drinks. We brought our own buoyancy aids for the kids as we were not sure they are strong enough to…”

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