Barcelona: Private Sailing Trip with Drinks & Montgat Stop

Private boat trip from Barcelona with cava, snacks, swim at Montgat

You’ll sail along Barcelona’s coast with a small group or family, sipping unlimited cava as you pass beaches like Barceloneta and Nova Icaria. Dive in for a swim at Montgat’s quiet fisherman village beach, snack on local treats, and soak up sun on deck before heading back to Port Olímpic with music playing and sea air in your hair.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private sailing trip along Barcelona coast

• Depart from Port Olímpic
• Sail along Barceloneta Beach
• Sail near Nova Icaria Beach
• Sail near Bogatell Beach
• Sail near Mar Bella Beach

The Experience

I almost dropped my phone in the harbor trying to take a photo of our captain’s dog — he just sat there like he owned Port Olímpic. That’s how our private sailing trip from Barcelona started: a little chaos, sun already warming the deck, and the city behind us looking smaller every minute. Our guide, Marta, handed out cold cava before we even left the dock. She said it was “for courage,” but honestly it was just good. The salt in the air made everything taste sharper somehow.

We drifted past Barceloneta Beach where locals were already arguing over paddleball (I could hear them laughing above the water). The boat moved slow enough that I could see people waving from Nova Icaria Beach — or maybe they were just stretching, hard to tell. There was this moment when we hit open water and I realized how quiet it gets away from the city; you only hear wind and that soft slap of waves against the hull. Snacks appeared out of nowhere — olives, chips, something cheesy I still can’t pronounce.

The best part? Anchoring near Montgat beach. It’s this small fishing village north of Barcelona — not flashy at all, just clear water and a few old boats bobbing around. Marta passed out snorkels and told us to watch for silvery fish (I saw two, maybe three if you count shadows). The water was colder than I expected but after five minutes you don’t care anymore. We floated there for an hour with more cava and music someone picked from their phone — mostly Spanish pop, which felt right. On the way back, sunburned and salty, everyone just leaned into the breeze like we didn’t want it to end yet.

What’s included

Your day includes a private sailing tour along Barcelona’s coastline with unlimited cava (local sparkling wine), plenty of snacks onboard, use of snorkeling gear at Montgat beach for swimming or relaxing an hour by clear water—plus all ages welcome with infant seats or stroller space if needed before returning to Port Olímpic by boat.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Barcelona Boat Tours

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Top questions

How long is the private sailing trip from Barcelona?

The tour is a half-day trip along Barcelona’s coast with about one hour spent anchored at Montgat beach for swimming and snorkeling.

Does the sailing tour include drinks?

Yes, there is an open bar of cava (local sparkling wine) included throughout the trip.

Is food provided during the sailing tour?

Snacks are served onboard during your private boat trip from Barcelona.

Where does the boat depart from in Barcelona?

The sailing tour departs from Port Olímpic in Barcelona.

Can children join this private sailing trip?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed and infant seats are available.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on this tour?

Yes, use of snorkeling equipment is included during your stop at Montgat beach.

What beaches will we see during the sailing trip?

You’ll sail past Barceloneta Beach, Nova Icaria Beach, Bogatell Beach, Mar Bella Beach, and anchor near Montgat beach.

Is public transportation available to Port Olímpic?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby Port Olímpic for easy access to departure point.