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The 15 Sailing Day Trips That Earn the Road Time

32 day trips  ·  from $75 a seat

Good sailing day trips fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar - Hotel pickup and getting to the marina
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Santorini: Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

1.Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129Our pick

Spend 5 to 6 hours aboard a luxury catamaran with up to 20 people, swimming at Red and White Beaches and the volcanic hot springs. Enjoy a freshly cooked Greek meal, unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks, and a cocktail, with hotel pickup and sunset views below Oia on the late cruise.

“Great day and the food was exceptional. The weather was not the greatest with quite windy conditions but our superb crew adapted and made the most of the day. The sunset was great and overall I can definitely recommend this tour.”

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From Lanzarote: Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa - The morning coach ride to Órzola
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From Lanzarote: Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa

2.From Lanzarote: Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,043 reviews · 6 hours · from $81

Join a six-hour trip from Lanzarote to La Graciosa with hotel pickup, ferry crossings, and a catamaran cruise. Swim and snorkel near Francesa Beach, use the kayaks, enjoy pasta lunch and unlimited drinks, then explore Caleta de Sebo before returning.

“An excellent well organised trip, that was smooth sailing (no pun intended) from start to end. We were well looked after with food and drinks and had so much fun on the kayaks and snorkeling around the catamaran. It was great value for money and would recommend this to anyone visiting Lanzarote.”

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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands Day-Trip by Speed Catamaran - Phuket pickup and the run to the pier
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands Day-Trip by Speed Catamaran

3.Phuket: Phi Phi Islands Day-Trip by Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 918 reviews · 8h 30m · from $135

Spend 8.5 hours touring Phi Phi by comfortable speed catamaran with hotel pickup, snacks, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, longtail boat access, buffet lunch, and a sunset BBQ. Guides such as Steve, Coco, and Koko keep the day moving while you visit Bamboo Island, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Maya Bay, and Maiton Island.

“This activity was so amazing!! I’m in Thailand for weeks traveling to Bangkok and Phuket, and this trip really was my favorite so far!! Honestly everything from the service to the boat to the islands and planning, it was all so well thought out and fantastic. I’m so happy I got to enjoy this wonderful experience!”

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Lanzarote: Day Trip to the Papagayo Beaches by Catamaran - Swimming, kayaking, and snorkeling from the boat
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Lanzarote: Day Trip to the Papagayo Beaches by Catamaran

4.Lanzarote: Day Trip to the Papagayo Beaches by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 913 reviews · 1 day · from $75Best value

Spend about four hours aboard a Líneas Romero catamaran from Puerto del Carmen, cruising to the Costa de Papagayo. You get a welcome mojito, lunch, unlimited beer, sangria, soft drinks, and water, plus time for swimming and kayaking. Hotel pickup is available from selected resorts.

“Amazing day out, great water activities and great food. Highly recommend!! Was sea sick and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Provided sickness bags and even ice for the neck. It’s handy to have anti seasickness tablets if you’re prone!”

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Gran Canaria: Catamaran Day Trip with Food and Drinks - The first stop: swimming, snorkeling, and paddle sports
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Gran Canaria: Catamaran Day Trip with Food and Drinks

5.Gran Canaria: Catamaran Day Trip with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 845 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $97

Set sail from Puerto Rico for 4.5 hours along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. You’ll stop to swim, snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard, then enjoy seasonal lunch or afternoon tapas with unlimited beer, sangria, soft drinks, and water. Hotel pickup is included south of the island.

“The crew were very welcoming and attentive. Beautiful craft, very clean and tidy. We enjoyed snorkeling at the first stop. There were paddle boards and a kayak available to use. A floatation vest was available for my young son. Lunch was served at the second stop. Tuna steaks, chicken breasts with salad and potatoes. Drinks were freely available. There was an additional option to parasail or use a jetski. My 9 year old enjoyed the parasailing experience, his first time doing so. Overall it was a very good experience. Thankyou to Michelle and the crew for making it a great experience. Would definitely recommend 👌 👍 😀”

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Adamas: Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch - Cape Vani, old mines, and the volcanic coast
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Adamas: Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

6.Adamas: Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 713 reviews · 8 hours · from $170

Spend eight hours aboard Excellent Yachting’s spacious yacht with a friendly crew, guided snorkeling, underwater photos, and a RIB ride through Kleftiko’s caves. Expect three swim stops, breakfast snacks, a Greek lunch with drinks, and stories about Milos from guides such as George, Christos, and Captain Giannis.

“Amazing! Our tour guides were fantastic and knowledgeable, they made an effort to get know us. All of the sights, stops, photo opportunities and swimming spot were awesome and the food was amazing. Highly recommend!”

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Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island - La Concha is the main event
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Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island

7.Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 503 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Spend four relaxed hours sailing from Corralejo to Lobos Island with a small group of up to 12 adults. Swim and snorkel at La Concha, use kayaks and paddleboards, enjoy seafood paella and Cava, and receive underwater photos from the crew.

“We had a fantastic time with Fuerte Charter. This is a very professional set up and I always felt safe and very well looked after on the Catamaran. Lovely paella provided by a local restaurant for lunch and plenty of free drinks so you really do just need hat, sun cream and sunglasses. This is open water so it gets a little rough at times, and a couple of our group experienced sea sickness. However there was a covered area to sit and recover, and the crew looked after them very well. Loads of free photos was an unexpected bonus.”

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Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip by Catamaran from Key West - Snorkeling around the coral reef
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Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip by Catamaran from Key West

8.Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip by Catamaran from Key West

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 433 reviews · from $220

Take the Yankee Freedom III from Key West to Dry Tortugas National Park for a full day of Fort Jefferson, beaches, snorkeling, and open-water views. Breakfast, lunch, gear, and the park fee are included. Guides such as Hollywood, Dan, and Ben bring the fort’s past to life.

“Great operation, boat crew and amazing time at the park. You will enjoy it! Just be prepared for the downtime on the ferry there and back.”

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Marseille: Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine - The trip out to the Calanques
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Marseille: Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

9.Marseille: Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 411 reviews · 7 hours · from $159

Sail from Marseille aboard the historic Le Don du Vent for seven hours of Calanques scenery, swimming, snorkeling, and a generous vegetarian buffet. The crew speaks French and English, and Sam and Samir are known for their warm, playful help. Stops vary with weather, from Sormiou and Morgiou to La Côte Bleue.

“Wonderful experience, we stopped at 2 coves and got the opportunity to swim. Plenty of food, wine, sweets and fruits. Loads of mingling on the boat too and it was a great opportunity to meet new people. *side note, I was very seasick for the first two hours of the trip and the crew were so kind and helpful to me ❤️”

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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine - Along the Coral Riviera Toward Capo Caccia
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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

10.Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $169Top rated

Join Colin and Rachel aboard the 86-year-old wooden Andrea Jensen for a seven-hour sail from Alghero. See Capo Caccia’s cliffs, swim and snorkel in a sheltered bay, enjoy a fresh two-course lunch with wine and beer, and help raise the ship’s red sails when conditions allow.

“We had such a beautiful day with Colin and Rachel on Andrea Jensen. The trip was planned thoughtfully and I’d recommend this experience many times over to anyone planning to visit Alghero.”

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From Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne with Optional Yacht Cruise - The coach ride adds more than simple transportation
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From Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne with Optional Yacht Cruise

11.From Zurich: Day Trip to Lucerne with Optional Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 217 reviews · 9.5 - 10 hours · from $80

Travel by comfortable coach from Zurich to Lucerne with a multilingual guide, then enjoy about six hours on your own. See the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, and Old Town, or add a one-hour yacht cruise on Lake Lucerne from April to October.

“Fantastic day, Jorge is an excellent guide, all time given information about the trip and atractions, and also giving tips on how to take enjoy more the cities we were.”

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Ibiza: Small Group Day Trip to Formentera by Catamaran - Three hours at Ses Illetes Beach
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Ibiza: Small Group Day Trip to Formentera by Catamaran

12.Ibiza: Small Group Day Trip to Formentera by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 211 reviews · 8 hours · from $141

Spend eight hours aboard a catamaran from Beso Beach Ibiza to Ses Illetes and S'Espalmador. Swim, snorkel, paddle board, use the dinghy, bring lunch, or ask your captain, often Fran or Franco, to arrange a Formentera restaurant table.

“Absolutely recommend for a chilled boat day. Small group & beautiful swimming stops included beach options. We stopped for lunch and that was incredible too!”

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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch - Sailing toward Lanai and the West Maui coast
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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

13.Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 210 reviews · from $200

Meet the Sail Maui crew at slip 72 in Maalaea Harbor for a five-hour catamaran trip toward Lanai. You can snorkel at one or two reef sites, spot turtles, dolphins, fish, and seasonal whales, then enjoy breakfast, lunch, and an open bar. Captains and crew may include Patrick, Dan, Jenna, Chase, or Ron.

“It was outstanding and worth every dollar. Especially the guides were great. They explained everything very well and gave insights into everything. From our perspective, it was the best sail trip you can book in Maui. Best regards, Mahalo, the Swiss. It could not be better 🤙”

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Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach - Sailing through Whitsunday Islands National Park
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Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

14.Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $204

Spend 9 to 11 hours aboard the classic timber yacht Lady Enid, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and an island reef. You’ll swim, snorkel, enjoy lunch and afternoon tea, then return with sparkling wine and cheese. Small groups are capped at 24 people.

“What a wonderful day from start to finish such a great experience. Crew so lovely and helpful explaining about the day and making sure we were all safe and enjoying the day. Food excellent and plentiful not to mention fizz and cheese on the return. If you want a day away from the party boats go with Lady Enid we are so pleased we did.”

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Kailua-Kona: Captain Cook Reef Catamaran Day Trip with Lunch - What the snorkeling stop is really like
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Kailua-Kona: Captain Cook Reef Catamaran Day Trip with Lunch

15.Kailua-Kona: Captain Cook Reef Catamaran Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 189 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $80

Join Kona Coast Boat Tours for a 4 to 4.5-hour catamaran ride from Honokohau Harbor to Captain Cook Reef. Guides such as Bryce, AJ, Aidan, and Kelly share island history, serve sandwiches and fruit, and help you snorkel among tropical fish, turtles, and occasional dolphins or whales.

“I loved all the information our captain gave us. The spots he showed us, and the history behind them. The lunch was a proper lunch, so extra points for that.”

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