Snorkeling on Costa Dorada: 6-Hour Catamaran with BBQ

Swim and snorkel from a catamaran, then eat barbecue on deck while the coast slides past.

A 6-hour catamaran cruise along Costa Dorada stops twice in clear water for swimming and snorkeling, with a freshly prepared barbecue and open bar served on board throughout. The boat sails past Cap Salou and La Pineda, and an English-speaking guide leads the full day. Snorkeling equipment is available to purchase on board. Choose your seating when you book: upper deck, Balinese bed, or standard seat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full-day catamaran cruise on Costa Dorada

• Set sail along Costa Dorada coast
• Relax and sunbathe on sun decks
• Swim and snorkel in clear waters
• Enjoy freshly prepared barbecue onboard
• Drink from open bar throughout trip

The experience

The catamaran leaves for a full day along the Catalan coast, passing the coves and beaches of Cap Salou and La Pineda over 6 hours. Two stops drop anchor in clear water: one is for swimming, the other for snorkeling or lounging on the sun decks if you'd rather stay dry. The boat carries an English-speaking guide for the whole trip, and the pace is built around relaxation: sunbathing, sea breeze, no rush.

On board, a freshly prepared barbecue arrives during the cruise, with a vegetarian option if you request it 24 hours ahead. An open bar runs the whole time, pouring water, soft drinks, beer and wine. The three seating options (upper deck, Balinese bed, or standard seat) let you pick where you spend the day when you book. Snorkeling gear is sold on board if you didn't bring your own.

What’s included

• The 6-hour catamaran cruise along Costa Dorada.
• swimming and snorkeling stops in clear water.
• a freshly prepared barbecue with vegetarian option available on request.
• an open bar serving water, soft drinks, beer and wine throughout the day.
• an English-speaking guide for the full trip.

Options for this experience

3 options

Seat with BBQ and open bar, 6 hoursGuide in English · Available from 24 Aug 2027

Balinese bed with BBQ and open bar, 6 hoursGuide in English · Available from 24 Aug 2027

Upper deck with BBQ and open bar, 6 hoursGuide in English · Available from 24 Aug 2027

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 24 Aug 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

GroupUp to 50 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book the upper deck if you want the most sun and sea views; choose the Balinese bed for a lounging setup; pick the standard seat if you prefer a simpler arrangement. All three options sail the same route and include the same food, drinks and water stops. The difference is where you spend your 6 hours on board.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

What stops does the catamaran make for swimming and snorkeling?

The cruise includes two stops in clear water along Costa Dorada: one designated for swimming, one for snorkeling or relaxing on the sun decks. The exact coves depend on conditions, but both sit between Cap Salou and La Pineda.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is available to purchase on board if you don't have your own. Bringing your own gear is also fine.

What food and drinks are served during the 6 hours?

A freshly prepared barbecue is served on board, with a vegetarian option available if you request it at least 24 hours before departure. An open bar runs throughout the cruise, serving water, soft drinks, beer and wine.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the boat?

Public transportation options are available near the departure point. The operator does not include transport in the booking.

What's the difference between the three seating options?

Upper Deck, Balinese Bed, and Seat are three ways to spend your day on the catamaran. Choose the one that suits how you want to relax. All three include the barbecue, open bar, swimming and snorkeling stops, and the full 6-hour cruise.