Valencia: Private Pedal Boat Rental & Swimming with Drinks

Pedal Your Own Boat in Valencia & Swim Off Malvarrosa

You pedal a private boat for up to 12 people along Valencia's marina and out to Malvarrosa Beach, where you stop to swim in warm water. Three drinks are included, a captain steers, and music plays while you move. The whole experience takes a few hours and requires no group coordination. Just show up with your people and go.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pedal boat cruise and swim in Valencia

• Sail along the marina
• Sail and swim at Malvarrosa Beach

The experience

You're on the water within minutes of stepping aboard: no waiting for a group to assemble, no strangers at the next table. The pedal boat holds up to twelve of you, which means it's yours alone: friends, family, whoever you brought. The captain steers while you pedal, and the route runs along Valencia's marina first, then out toward Malvarrosa Beach where the water's warm enough to jump in without thinking twice.

The boat comes with music, so there's rhythm while you're moving. Three drinks are already accounted for (beer, sangria, or soft drinks, your choice), so you're not flagging down a server or doing the math on what everyone owes. You get a wardrobe (meaning swimwear storage, basically) and insurance is built in, which takes one thing off your mind. The captain knows the route and handles the navigation. You handle the pedaling and the conversation, which is the whole point of renting your own boat instead of joining a tour.

Swimming happens at Malvarrosa, the beach stretch where the water stays shallow enough to feel safe but deep enough to actually swim. The warm Mediterranean doesn't require a wetsuit or courage. It's just there, and you stop when you want to get in. After that, you pedal back along the same route, which means you see the marina from a different angle on the return, and the light's usually different by then too.

What’s included

• Private pedal boat rental for up to 12 people.
• licensed captain who steers while you pedal.
• three drinks per person (beer, sangria, or soft drinks).
• wardrobe facilities.
• insurance.
• onboard music.
• swimming stop at Malvarrosa Beach.
• route along Valencia's marina.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 14:00 and 15:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Best for groups who want to control their own pace and company without joining a scheduled tour: the private boat and included drinks mean you're not managing separate bills or waiting for strangers to catch up.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many people can fit on the pedal boat?

Up to 12 people. It's a private rental, so the boat is yours regardless of group size.

What drinks are included?

Three glasses per person of beer, sangria, or soft drinks, your choice.

Do I need swimming experience to join?

No. The swimming stop is at Malvarrosa Beach where the water is shallow and warm. You can swim or stay on the boat.

Is the captain included?

Yes. The captain steers the boat and handles navigation while your group pedals.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Check with the operator about their weather policy when you book. Most water activities have cancellation or rescheduling options.

Can children and infants come?

Yes. Infants can sit on an adult's lap, and small children can ride in a pram or stroller on the boat.

Is the boat wheelchair accessible?

The boat itself and transportation to it are wheelchair accessible.

How long is the rental?

The itinerary covers the marina route and Malvarrosa Beach, typically taking 2–3 hours depending on how long you spend swimming.