Private Sailing Cruise Marbella: Paddle Board & Drinks

Each sail is different because the wind decides the route, not the motor.

A private sailing cruise from Marbella Marina for up to seven people, led by Captain Luna in Spanish, English or French. You sail when conditions allow, stop to paddle board or float in the water, and enjoy drinks and snacks aboard. No fixed itinerary, no crowding—just the rhythm of the sea and the choice to move or stay still.

The Experience

You board at Marbella Marina and leave the coast behind on a sailboat that runs on wind when it's there and motor when it's not. Captain Luna, one of the few female captains working the area, sets no fixed route and no schedule that overrides what the sea offers. If the wind is up, the sails go up and the engine stays off. If it's calm, you drift and swim. The difference matters: a motorboat follows a plan; this one follows the conditions, which is why no two days are the same.

The boat carries a paddle board and inflatable floats, so you can slip into the water whenever you want to—no suit required, no instruction needed. Most people take a turn; some stay aboard in the puff (the bow seating area) with a drink, watching the coast slide past. Snacks and fresh fruit sit on deck; the drinks menu runs to soft drinks, beer, and white or rosé wine. You're anchored or drifting, not racing, so the pace is yours. Families bring children; couples come for the quiet; groups of friends use it as a floating gathering. The maximum is seven people, which is why you never feel crowded.

The experience runs three hours or two hours depending on which option you choose at checkout. Captain Luna speaks three languages, so language is not a barrier. No sailing experience is required—the boat does what boats do, and you do what feels right in the moment. Infants sit on a lap; all fitness levels work here because there's nothing to prove and nowhere you have to be.

What’s included

• Captain Luna's expertise and company throughout.
• the sailboat and sails.
• a paddle board and inflatable floats.
• drinks including beer, wine and soft drinks.
• snacks and fresh fruit.
• use of the puff seating area on the bow.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Moon Sailing

Is this one for you?Book the three-hour option if you want time to swim, paddle, and settle into the rhythm of the sea without rushing; the two-hour version works if you're short on time but still want the sailing and a water stop. Either way, this cruise suits anyone who'd rather let conditions shape the day than follow a fixed itinerary.

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Top questions

What happens if there's no wind when I book the sailing cruise?

The sailboat runs on motor when the wind is too light to sail, so the cruise still departs and runs its full duration. Captain Luna adjusts the route based on conditions on the day, which is part of what makes each outing different.

Can I paddle board during the cruise, or is it just an option?

Paddle boarding is optional. The board and floats are aboard and available whenever you want to use them, but you can also stay on deck, swim, or simply relax with a drink. You choose how active you want the day to be.

How many people fit on the sailboat?

The maximum is seven people, so groups stay small and the boat never feels crowded. This is a private cruise, meaning you book the whole boat for your group.

What drinks and food are included?

Drinks include soft drinks, beer, and white or rosé wine. Snacks and fresh fruit are provided aboard. Meals beyond snacks are not included, so plan accordingly if you want a full lunch.

Do I need any sailing experience to book this?

No previous experience is required. Captain Luna handles the boat and the sails; you're here to relax, swim, paddle, or watch the coast. All fitness levels are welcome.

What language does Captain Luna speak?

Captain Luna conducts the cruise in Spanish, English, or French, so you can choose the language you're most comfortable with when you book.