About this tour
When Jake from our team boarded the Magic Select, a 23-metre catamaran moored off Fuerteventura's coast, we got a four-hour taste of what makes these waters special — calm bays, decent snorkeling spots, and the kind of light that makes the ocean look almost unreal. It's an adults-focused outing (kids under a certain age aren't welcome, though infants can tag along in a pram) that pitches itself as a sailing experience, though expect more cruising and less hands-on helm work. The crew handles the boat while you handle the food and drinks they've included, drifting past coves and keeping an eye out for passing marine life.
Highlights
- Crystal-clear Mediterranean waters make snorkeling genuinely worthwhile
- Lunch and drinks included without the usual upsell pressure
- Small enough vessel to slip into quieter bays other tours miss
- Calm conditions meant minimal seasickness risk for our team
- Air-con minibus pickup beats schlepping to the port yourself
- Relaxed vibe — no rushed schedules or rigid itineraries
- Service animals welcome, so dogs can join the adventure
What to expect
You'll be picked up by an air-conditioned minibus and driven to a small port where the Magic Select waits. Once aboard, the catamaran heads out into Fuerteventura's offshore waters — expect a gentle cruise rather than a thrilling sail. Jake found the pace leisurely: you'll anchor in a couple of spots, get time in the water if conditions allow, and the crew will serve lunch and soft drinks mid-trip. The boat stays relatively close to shore, so you're never far from land if you need reassurance. It's not a party boat or a high-octane water-sports platform; it's genuinely pitched at adults wanting a half-day escape with minimal fuss. The four hours includes the drive back, so actual time on water is closer to two and a half to three hours.
The crew are straightforward rather than overly animated, which suits the tone. You'll see other tourists on the water — Fuerteventura attracts a steady flow — but the catamaran itself stays uncrowded.
What travellers say
- Included lunch and drinks remove the nickel-and-diming factor
- Small catamaran accesses bays larger tour boats can't reach
- Pickup transport included — no taxi negotiation needed
- Calm waters and relaxed pace suit nervous swimmers
- Adults-only vibe keeps the energy fairly chilled
- Limited actual sailing — mostly crewed cruising and floating
- Four-hour slot includes drive time, so water time is shorter
- Peak summer dates fill fast; book ahead if flexible
- Afternoon trips choppier than mornings for sensitive stomachs
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
If you want half a day offshore without the faff of organising your own boat hire, this delivers. The included food and water justify the cost, and adults-only means you're not managing kids' safety. Small enough to feel less industrial than mega-boat tours.
The adults-only rule is strict (though infants in prams are allowed — check age cutoffs). Most of the day is passive floating and swimming, not sailing in the traditional sense. If you're prone to seasickness, mornings tend to be calmer than afternoons. No equipment hire beyond what you bring; bring your own snorkel gear or check what's available on the boat. The drive can add an hour to your day depending on where you're staying. Public transport gets you to the port if you skip the minibus.
Four hours total, including transfers. Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks included. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a rash guard. Peak season (summer) books up; shoulder months (spring/autumn) offer fewer crowds. Group size typically 30–50 people.
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.