About this tour
When Tom from our team caught this catamaran cruise out of Cambrils on the Costa Daurada, he found a solid mid-morning escape that ticks the boxes without pretence. The 23-metre catamaran carries up to 104 passengers and stays broad and stable — a real plus if you're prone to seasickness. You get three hours on the water with an open bar (beer, sangria, cava, soft drinks), a beef burger and loaded spuds on the morning runs, a swim stop with snorkel gear thrown in, and plenty of space to move around. It's the kind of tour that works best if you're after a straightforward day on the Med rather than something rarefied.
Highlights
- Wide catamaran hull feels genuinely stable in the swell
- Open bar keeps cold drinks flowing the whole trip
- Burger and spuds actually decent — no microwaved rubbish
- Snorkel goggles included; seabed clear and worth a look
- Two departure times (10am, 1pm) plus afternoon option daily
- Restroom on board saves a scramble back to shore
- Pram-friendly if you're bringing young kids along
What to expect
Tom boarded at 10am with a relaxed crowd of families and couples. The catamaran motored out smoothly from Cambrils toward the Costa Daurada coastline — the water was calm and the boat's width genuinely made a difference to comfort compared to your average monohull. Around an hour in, lunch arrived: a proper beef burger with melted cheese and a generous side of baked spuds. The open bar meant beers and sangria were flowing freely, and nobody felt rushed.
The swim stop came halfway through, with snorkel goggles distributed so you could actually see something on the seafloor rather than just floating about. The water was refreshing, and the crew were relaxed about timing — no whistle blowing you back to the boat. By the time you head back to Cambrils, you've had a solid three hours of Catalan coast, cold drinks, food, and a proper swim. It's not fancy, but it works.
What travellers say
- Wide catamaran hull keeps motion minimal and seasickness rare
- Open bar and food included — no hidden costs
- Snorkel gear and swim stop give you actual water time
- Multiple daily departures suit different holiday schedules
- Relaxed crew and no-rush atmosphere on the boat
- Pram-accessible and genuinely family-friendly setup
- 104-passenger capacity means you won't feel like part of an exclusive group
- Full-sun exposure for three hours requires serious sunscreen discipline
- 4pm trip skips the meal — drinks-only option feels thin
- Early departures don't suit those wanting to sleep in
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is solid value if you want a no-fuss day on the water without having to organise your own boat. The catamaran's width makes it genuinely less wobbly than a monohull, which matters if you're not keen on rough seas. The included food and open bar remove the nickel-and-diming you might hit on other boat tours. Families will appreciate the pram access and fact that infants can stay on a lap. Snorkellers get decent visibility on the seabed, and the crew move at a sensible pace.
You're sharing the boat with up to 104 people, so don't expect intimacy or quiet corners. The 10am and 1pm trips include food; the 4pm afternoon run is drinks only, which narrows the appeal if you're hungry. You'll be out in full Mediterranean sun for three hours — sunscreen is essential, not optional. Early starts may feel rough if you've had a late night. Kids under 18 can't touch the alcohol, obviously. Bring your own towel and swimmers; the crew won't loan them out. Peak summer season can feel crowded.
Departures from Cambrils at 10am, 1pm, and 4pm (3-hour trips). Inclusions: snorkel goggles, open bar (beer, sangria, cava, soft drinks, water), burger and spuds on morning/afternoon departures, onboard loo. Bring: swimsuit, sunscreen (serious about this), towel, sunglasses. Alcohol restricted to 18+. Suitable for all fitness levels. Prams welcome.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.