Catamaran cruise Papagayo Beaches: lunch, drinks, swim

Four hours, three coves, paella and mojitos on the water

A catamaran cruise along Lanzarote's southern coast that anchors near Papagayo Beaches for swimming and snorkeling. The boat departs from Puerto del Carmen with hotel pickup available; lunch is freshly prepared paella served onboard, paired with an open bar of beer, sangria, soft drinks and water. A welcome mojito and tortilla skewer greet you as you board, and the return sail follows the coastline back to port.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran cruise to Papagayo Beaches

• Hotel pickup and coach transfer
• Board catamaran at Puerto del Carmen
• Sail along southern Lanzarote coast
• Enjoy welcome mojito and Spanish omelet
• Anchor near Papagayo Beaches
• Relax, swim, or optional kayaking/snorkeling
• Eat freshly prepared paella onboard
• Enjoy open bar drinks
• Sail back to Puerto del Carmen
• Transfer back to hotel

The Experience

The day starts with a coach transfer from your hotel to Puerto del Carmen, where you board the catamaran before it heads south along Lanzarote's coast. As soon as you're aboard, a mojito and tortilla skewer arrive—the signal that the pace here is unhurried. The boat sails past golden beaches and toward Papagayo, where it anchors in calm, clear water. From the sun deck you can see the coves without leaving the boat, or slip into the water for a swim. Kayaks and snorkeling gear are available to rent if you want to explore closer.

Lunch is paella, freshly prepared and served while you're anchored. The open bar runs throughout—beer, sangria, soft drinks, water—so there's no ordering or paying for individual rounds. The crew speaks English, Spanish, French and German, so questions about what you're seeing or what's available get answered in your language. The return sail gives you time to dry off and watch the southern coastline slip past before the boat turns back toward Puerto del Carmen.

Two options exist at checkout: you can make your own way to the meeting point in Puerto del Carmen, or add hotel pickup and drop-off to your booking. Either way, the catamaran departs on schedule, so arriving early gives you time to settle in before departure.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected at checkout).
• coach transfer to Puerto del Carmen.
• welcome mojito and tortilla skewer.
• freshly prepared paella lunch.
• open bar with beer, sangria, soft drinks and water.
• kayak and snorkeling gear rental available onboard.
• crew in English, Spanish, French and German.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tour2b

Is this one for you?Book this if you want all meals and drinks included in one price with no ordering, or if you prefer snorkeling from an anchored boat rather than wading in from shore.

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Top questions

Can I swim and snorkel during the Papagayo catamaran cruise from Lanzarote?

Yes. The catamaran anchors in calm water near Papagayo's coves, and swimming is included. Snorkeling gear and kayaks are available to rent onboard if you want to explore the water more actively.

What food and drinks are included on the catamaran?

A welcome mojito and tortilla skewer greet you as you board; lunch is paella served while anchored at Papagayo. The open bar includes beer, sangria, soft drinks and water throughout the cruise, with no additional charges.

Does the catamaran cruise include hotel pickup in Lanzarote?

Hotel pickup is available as one of two options at checkout. If you choose it, a coach collects you from your hotel and brings you to Puerto del Carmen to board; the return transfer is included. You can also arrange your own transport to the meeting point instead.

How long is the catamaran cruise to Papagayo Beaches?

The full experience is four hours, from boarding in Puerto del Carmen through the return sail and disembarkation.

What languages does the guide speak on this Lanzarote catamaran?

The crew speaks English, Spanish, French and German, so you can ask questions and get information in your language.

What happens at Papagayo—do we get off the boat?

The catamaran anchors near Papagayo's beaches but does not dock. You can admire the scenery from the sun deck, swim in the water, or rent kayaks and snorkeling gear to explore the coves from the water. Lunch and drinks are served while you're anchored.