A day at sea along the Cádiz coast
With full day boat hire in Barbate, a sailing trip turns into a small voyage. There’s time for some proper sailing, to anchor in two or three different spots, enjoy a relaxed lunch on board and come back to the marina in the afternoon.
From Barbate there are two main routes: west, past Caños de Meca and Cape Trafalgar to Conil; or east, past Zahara de los Atunes, Bolonia and Punta Paloma to the mouth of the Strait at Tarifa.
The choice depends mainly on the wind. The skipper checks the forecast and suggests the most comfortable and scenic route for the day.
Full day at a glance
- Duration8 hours
- DepartureBarbate marina
- GroupUp to 7 people plus the skipper
- Price€750 for the whole boat (about €107 per person in a group of 7)
- RoutesConil and Trafalgar, or Bolonia and Tarifa
- FoodBring your own and eat on board
Three possible full-day routes
West: Trafalgar and Conil
The La Breña cliffs, Caños de Meca, the Trafalgar lighthouse, El Palmar and the coves of Roche at Conil.
East: Bolonia and Tarifa
Zahara, Atlanterra, the Camarinal lighthouse, the Bolonia dune and, with a good forecast, the Isla de las Palomas at Tarifa.
A relaxed coves route
Several stops at anchor near Barbate and Zahara for those who’d rather swim more and sail fewer miles.
Lunch on board and other details
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drink. We usually anchor somewhere sheltered around midday, have lunch in the cockpit and go for a swim before sailing on.
If you’re interested in a sailing trip of several days along the coast, get in touch and we’ll look into it based on your dates and the forecast.
how far we go
Destinations for a full day
Conil de la Frontera
Tarifa and the Strait
Caños de Meca and Trafalgar
full-day sailboat charter
Full-day boat hire from Barbate
The full-day charter is about eight hours on a private sailboat with skipper, for up to 7 guests and €750. Depending on the wind we sail west to Cape Trafalgar and Conil, or east to Zahara, Bolonia and Tarifa, with several swim stops and time to eat on board.
Your skipper holds an official nautical licence, the sailboat is cleared for charter and fully insured (liability and passenger cover), and our guests rate us 5 stars on Google.
the full-day route
Eight hours of sailing, swimming and lunch on board
A full day on the sailboat lets you enjoy the Costa de la Luz at your own pace. We usually plan several swim stops, a relaxed lunch at anchor and time to try the helm with the skipper.
Bring your own food and drinks; the boat has a galley and a cockpit table. Sunscreen, swimwear, a towel and a light jacket for the way back are all you need.
How to book
Send us a WhatsApp or use the contact form with the date, the trip and the number of guests. We reply quickly and confirm availability and payment. Please arrive about 15 minutes before departure at Barbate Marina; we send you the exact pontoon location when you book.
full-day prices
Full-day sailboat charter price
The full-day charter costs €750 for the whole boat, for up to 7 guests, skipper included. Split between seven, that is a little over €100 per person for a full day of sailing on the Costa de la Luz.
Your skipper holds an official nautical licence, the sailboat is cleared for charter and insured for liability and passengers, and life jackets and all mandatory safety equipment are on board.
Questions about the full day
Can’t find your answer?
Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll reply within 24 hours.
Do we always reach Tarifa or Conil?
It depends on the wind and the state of the sea. The Strait can get tricky in a strong levante; if so, we’ll suggest another route that’s just as beautiful.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, the sailboat has a toilet.
Can we go ashore?
We sail and anchor off the coast; the idea is to enjoy the day on the boat. If you have something specific in mind, ask us.
What if there’s not much wind?
If there isn’t enough wind to sail, we use the engine to complete the planned route.
a day at sea
Book your full day on a sailboat
€750 for the whole boat for up to 7 people. We’ll suggest a route based on the forecast.
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