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Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday.

★ 4.0 · 29 reviews 4 hours (approx.) From $60 Operated by Catamaran Sensation Costa Brava · Bookable on Viator
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The best part of this four-hour Costa Brava catamaran trip is its mix of sightseeing and easygoing celebration. You sail from Lloret de Mar, anchor near a rocky cove, and spend the afternoon moving between the water, the sun deck, the trampoline, and the barbecue.

I like the social atmosphere, since you share the boat with other groups rather than sailing in a sealed-off private bubble. I also like the simple value: a barbecue, fruit, five drinks, music, and a coastal cruise are all included for $60.01.

The main thing to consider is the party setting. Music, shared space, and a maximum of 100 people will suit a birthday, anniversary, or company outing better than anyone seeking a quiet sailing trip. Bachelor and hen groups are not accepted, and the crew keeps the music volume within set limits.

Quick facts for your Saturday on the water

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Quick facts for your Saturday on the water

  • Departure from Lloret de Mar Beach: Meet at Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, in Lloret de Mar.
  • A cove stop: The catamaran anchors near the Costa Brava rocks for swimming, floating, sunbathing, and games.
  • Lunch cooked aboard: Expect beef burgers, marinated chicken, pasta with tomato sauce or salad, and fruit salad.
  • Five drinks included: Choose from beer, sangria, or soft drinks, with water available as you wish.
  • Shared celebration atmosphere: You will sail with other groups, with music and a maximum capacity of 100 people.
  • Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Setting sail from Lloret de Mar Beach

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Setting sail from Lloret de Mar Beach

The meeting point is Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, beside Lloret de Mar Beach. The trip begins from the shore, where you meet the crew and board the catamaran for an afternoon along the Costa Brava.

The location works well if you are already staying in Lloret de Mar. The tour does not include private transportation, so you need to arrange your own way to the departure point. That is a small but important cost to remember when comparing the $60.01 ticket with other coastal activities.

Once aboard, the scale of the catamaran matters. This is not a tiny sailboat built for a handful of people. It is a large boat made for groups, with a broad sunbathing area, a central covered bathtub, and enough room for several activities at once.

The atmosphere begins with the group mix. You will share the boat with anniversary parties, family groups, friends, and business colleagues. That makes the trip feel more like a floating celebration than a formal sightseeing cruise. If you enjoy meeting people and do not mind a little noise, this is part of the appeal.

If you want a private, quiet sail with a captain focused only on your party, this is not the right format. The music and shared setting are central to the experience, not background details.

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The Costa Brava cruise and coastal views

The first portion of the outing is the cruise away from Lloret de Mar. The route follows the Costa Brava coast, giving you views of the rocky shoreline and its small coves from the water.

I like this type of sightseeing because the boat gives you a different angle on the coast. Instead of simply looking down at the sea from a beach or promenade, you watch the shoreline recede as the catamaran moves along it. The large deck should give you several ways to enjoy the view, from the sun deck to the more sheltered central area.

The exact cove depends on the captain’s decision. That flexibility is useful because the crew can choose a suitable anchorage for the conditions, but it also means you should not expect a named beach or guaranteed landmark. The experience is about the coastal setting and the time on the water rather than checking off specific sites.

Music plays during the cruise, with a DJ keeping the volume within the permitted level. This gives the afternoon a party rhythm without promising a nightclub at sea. The music may be a welcome lift for a celebration, though anyone hoping to hear only the water and seabirds may find it intrusive.

Anchoring near the rocks for swimming and games

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Anchoring near the rocks for swimming and games

The main stop comes when the catamaran anchors in one of the Costa Brava coves, near the rocks. This is when the trip changes from a cruise into a floating beach day.

You can swim in the cove, use the floating mats, or try the trampoline. The seabed is part of the attraction, although the available information does not promise snorkeling equipment or describe the underwater conditions in detail. Bring your usual swim gear if you plan to get in the water, and remember that conditions can affect how long the boat remains anchored.

The large solarium net gives you another option. You can stretch out in the sun, watch people in the water, or simply enjoy the coastline without taking part in every activity. The central bathtub has a covered area, which provides a break from direct sun and may be useful during the hottest part of the afternoon.

The crew also organizes games. The exact games are not specified, so I would treat them as an optional part of the social program rather than a scheduled attraction you can plan around. They should work best for groups that enjoy joining in with other people.

This stop is also where the group size becomes most noticeable. With as many as 100 people aboard, the mats, trampoline, swimming access, and sunbathing areas can feel busy. The catamaran is spacious, but spacious does not mean private. If you arrive expecting your own peaceful patch of water, adjust those expectations before booking.

A barbecue lunch served on board

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - A barbecue lunch served on board

While the catamaran is anchored, the crew prepares lunch aboard. The main barbecue includes beef burgers and marinated chicken cubes. The chicken is described as gluten-free and halal, which gives the meal some useful flexibility for different dietary needs.

The meal also includes pasta with tomato sauce or salad, followed by fruit salad. You can eat as much as you want, making the lunch more practical for an active afternoon in the sun. This is not a restaurant meal with a long menu. It is a straightforward barbecue designed to feed a large group efficiently while keeping the party moving.

I see the food as a strong part of the price. A four-hour boat trip can become expensive once you add lunch and drinks separately. Here, the meal is already part of the ticket, and you do not need to leave the boat or organize a restaurant booking during the afternoon.

Still, you should keep the setting in mind. Food is prepared and served on a working catamaran, not in a dining room. The social energy, boat movement, and large group may make lunch feel casual. That is perfectly suited to a celebration, but less suited to someone looking for a carefully paced culinary outing.

Water is available at will. The five included drinks can be beers, sangrias, or soft drinks. Under the captain’s decision, extra drinks may be available at the bar for €2 per glass. The wording matters: the additional service is not something to assume as guaranteed throughout the trip, so regard the five included drinks as the dependable allowance.

What the $60.01 price really covers

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - What the $60.01 price really covers

At $60.01 per person, the price is reasonable if you plan to use the full package. You are paying for roughly four hours aboard a large catamaran, the Costa Brava cruise, the cove stop, lunch, five drinks, music, and access to the boat’s swimming and sun areas.

The value improves for anyone who would otherwise pay separately for a meal and several drinks. It also works well for a group organizer who wants one booking to cover the main details. You do not need to plan a restaurant lunch, arrange a separate coastal cruise, or find entertainment for the whole afternoon.

The price is less attractive if you do not drink, do not want lunch, or prefer a quiet boat. Much of the appeal comes from the package and the party format. Someone looking only for a short scenic sail might find a smaller sightseeing cruise more suitable, even if that means fewer included extras.

You should also budget for getting to Lloret de Mar Beach because private transportation is not included. The listing gives no hotel pickup or transfer service. Booking confirmation arrives at the time of reservation, so you can make your own arrival plans in advance.

Who will enjoy this catamaran most

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Who will enjoy this catamaran most

I would recommend this trip for an anniversary, birthday, family gathering, or company celebration. It is designed around shared enjoyment, and the included food, drinks, music, and games remove much of the work from organizing a day out.

It can also suit a group of friends who want a beach day with a little structure. You have a clear departure point, a planned cruise, a meal, and a cove stop, but still enough free time to swim or sunbathe.

The experience is less suitable for:

  • Anyone wanting a private charter
  • People seeking a quiet sailing trip
  • Visitors who dislike shared party settings
  • Anyone who cannot comfortably manage the boat’s water-based activities
  • Bachelor or hen groups

Bachelor parties are specifically not accepted. The restrictions are broad, covering costumes, obscene objects, whistles, megaphones, speakers, and group singing. That tells you the operator is trying to keep the mood festive but controlled rather than allowing any kind of unruly party.

Most people can participate, but the information does not provide detailed accessibility guidance. If you have mobility, swimming, or boarding concerns, ask the operator before booking rather than assuming the catamaran will meet your needs.

Timing, weather, and booking details

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Timing, weather, and booking details

The trip lasts approximately four hours and ends back at the same meeting point. It is listed as a Saturday activity, so you should plan around a weekend afternoon and leave enough time to reach the beach before departure.

The experience depends on good weather. If poor conditions force cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. It also requires a minimum number of participants. If that minimum is not met, the operator offers another date or experience, or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off follows local time, so keep that in mind if you are booking from another country.

The activity is often booked about 41 days in advance. That does not guarantee that every Saturday sells out, but it is a useful planning signal for summer dates, anniversaries, and larger groups. I would book early if the date matters.

Is this the right Costa Brava boat trip for you?

Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday. - Is this the right Costa Brava boat trip for you?

Book this catamaran if you want a social afternoon with food, drinks, music, and a swim stop rather than a silent cruise. The package is easy to understand, and the $60.01 price covers the main things you would otherwise need to organize separately.

Skip it if your ideal Costa Brava outing means a small boat, a quiet captain, and long stretches without music or other groups. The maximum capacity of 100 people is a real consideration, even with a large catamaran.

For an anniversary or group celebration, I think the format makes sense. You get coastal views, a barbecue, five drinks, and a chance to swim without asking one person in your group to plan every detail. Just arrive with the right expectations: this is a shared party cruise with a cove stop, not a private sailing charter.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran trip start?

It starts at Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain, near Lloret de Mar Beach.

Where does the activity finish?

The trip ends back at the original meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The catamaran trip lasts approximately four hours.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch includes a barbecue with beef burgers and marinated chicken cubes, plus pasta with tomato sauce or salad and fruit salad.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Five drinks are included. You can choose beers, sangria, or soft drinks, and water is available as you wish.

Can I buy extra drinks?

Additional drinks may be available at the bar for €2 per glass, subject to the captain’s decision.

Is swimming part of the trip?

The catamaran anchors in a Costa Brava cove where you can swim and use floating mats and a trampoline.

Is transportation included?

No. Private transportation to the meeting point is not included.

Are bachelor or hen parties allowed?

No. Bachelor and hen groups are not accepted. The restrictions also include costumes, obscene objects, whistles, megaphones, speakers, and group singing.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. The same choice applies if the minimum number of participants is not met.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancellations and changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted.

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