Fuerteventura: Catamaran Cruise with Chef Lunch & Swim

Summary

Sail Fuerteventura’s coast, taste local cuisine and swim wild Atlantic waters

You’ll sail along Fuerteventura’s volcanic coastline on a small-group catamaran cruise, swimming in clear Atlantic waters near Jandía beach and maybe spotting dolphins if you’re lucky. Enjoy lunch prepared by a local chef onboard with drinks included. It’s relaxed, friendly, and leaves you feeling lighter than when you arrived.

What’s the experience like?

“You smell that? That’s the sea — not just salty, but kind of sweet too,” our captain grinned as we stepped barefoot onto the Magic Deluxe. I’d been to Fuerteventura before, but never like this — gliding so close to those volcanic cliffs, you could almost count the layers in the rock. The catamaran felt new and bright; you could hear sandals squeaking on deck and someone’s laughter from below. Our guide, Elena, pointed out a line of clouds over Jandía and said that meant we might see dolphins today. I tried not to get my hopes up (but did anyway).

The water out here is just… different. There are so many shades of blue I lost track — turquoise, navy, something almost silver where the sun hit it. We dropped anchor near Jandía beach and everyone went quiet for a second. You could hear the wind flapping in the sails and then someone splashed in first — I followed, even though it was colder than I expected. My skin tingled for ages after that swim. Elena handed me a towel and told me about growing up in Morro Jable; she says she still finds new things along this coast every week.

Lunch smelled amazing before we even saw it — grilled fish with citrus I couldn’t quite name (Li laughed when I tried to say it in Spanish — probably butchered it). The chef came out from the galley to check if anyone wanted more sauce; he seemed proud but shy about his food. We ate at a long table with our feet braced against the gentle rocking, passing bread and cold drinks around like old friends even though most of us had only met that morning. Afterward, some people napped on deck or watched for whales through sunglasses smudged with sunscreen.

I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed by the end — or maybe “loose” is a better word? It’s hard to explain unless you’ve spent hours on a boat like this, drifting between sun and shade with nowhere else you need to be. Sometimes I still think about that view back toward Fuerteventura’s shore: pale sand curling into black rock, everything washed gold by late afternoon light.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Catamaran cruise and ocean activities

• Board Magic Deluxe catamaran
• Sail near Fuerteventura coast
• Watch for dolphins and whales
• Swim in Atlantic Ocean
• Enjoy lunch prepared by chef

Top questions

Is pickup included for this Fuerteventura catamaran cruise?

Yes, private transportation is included for your convenience.

Are meals or drinks provided during the cruise?

Lunch is prepared by a chef onboard and includes alcoholic beverages, soda, and bottled water.

Can children or infants join this catamaran tour?

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

Will we see dolphins or whales on this cruise?

Dolphin or whale sightings are possible but not guaranteed during the crossing.

Is there time for swimming during the day trip?

Yes, there is time to swim in the Atlantic Ocean near Jandía beach.

How many people are on board for this small-group tour?

The catamaran is exclusive but group size may vary; it is designed for small groups.

Is there shade or indoor space available on board?

The Lagoon 450S catamaran has cabins, bathrooms, kitchen/dining area and lounge for comfort.

Are service animals permitted on this cruise?

Yes, service animals are allowed onboard.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup by air-conditioned vehicle, all soft drinks and alcoholic beverages onboard, bottled water throughout the trip, plus lunch freshly prepared by one of Jandía’s top chefs before returning ashore later in the afternoon.