Very weather dependent. We were not canceled but were unable to do activities. Water was rough so just went out and back.





Discover Marbella from the sea for 2 hours aboard the DARIA catamaran! ⛵ Enjoy the sun, the sea breeze, and the chance to spot dolphins in the wild, while meeting new people! Our excursions in small groups (maximum 12 people) offer a unique and relaxed experience in the Mediterranean. Our crew will take you to enjoy the high seas navigation and the views of Marbella. Hopefully, you will spot dolphins or other marine life in the wild. You can also take a bath and enjoy paddle surfing, kayaking, and snorkeling. If the wind is favorable, we will hoist the sails to have an authentic sailing experience. Include a complimentary drink and snacks. The bathroom and water activities depend on the sea conditions. An ideal experience to enjoy the Mediterranean with family, friends, as a couple, or if you travel alone! Minimum 4 participants to confirm the excursion. We await you aboard DARIA!
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:20 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Experience this unique and different experience on board our catamaran (Lagoon 380) in a small group. Our expert crew will be at your disposal at all times with the aim of making crew members enjoy the sea, the landscape and the possibility of seeing dolphins in freedom. A stop will be made to anchor and enjoy a dip as well as paddle surfing, snorkeling, fishing (subject to sea conditions). During the return to the base port we will offer drinks to refresh you as well as the possibility of playing your own music.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Marbella Catamaran Tour with Possible Dolphin Sighting lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $69 per person for this Malaga experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
Children aged 2–8 pay from $57, adults from $69. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meeting point is 10 minutes before departure at the gate of Pantalán 1 / Pier 1 (Dior shop). The pier is private, PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THROUGH THE PIER, WAIT AT THE GATE FOR THE CREW TO CALL YOU. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 130 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Royal Catamarán.
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Very weather dependent. We were not canceled but were unable to do activities. Water was rough so just went out and back.
It is a ride out and return slowly. No swimming, no dolphins, nothing fancy. One six ounce bottle of water counts as a drink. Snack was grapes, potato chips,, melon, nuts and orange slices. Nice peaceful 2 hr motorized catamaran ride. .
Thank you very much for the feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed a peaceful catamaran ride and had a pleasant time on the sea. Our tour is designed to give passengers the opportunity to discover and enjoy the beauty of the sea in a relaxed way. Swimming stops are always subject to sea and weather conditions, as well as the wishes of the group. Same as sailing, we put the beautiful sails up when the conditions are proper. During the 2-hour tour, we always try to cruise as far as possible in a timely manner in search of dolphins and, when conditions allow, find a suitable spot for swimming when it's safe. Two hours is a relatively short time to combine all the activities, so the experience can vary depending on the day and sea conditions. We also appreciate your detailed info about the drinks and snacks! Thank you again for joining us and hope to see you again soon!
I called specifically ahead of time to ask if this was actually a sailing trip or just motoring on a catamaran. I was told that they would sail if there was wind. We definitely had wind, but they didn’t sail. They put up the jib after about 50 minutes of motoring directly out into the ocean after I asked if we would be sailing. They put up the jiband left the motor on and did not put up the main sail so we were not actually sailing. We were just mowing. We motored directly out for an hour and then turned around and motored directly back. we were never given the opportunity to get off the boat, we saw no dolphins, and we didn’t sail. I thought the trip was very limited and poor and false advertise.
Thank you for the feedback and we are sorry that the experience was not up to your expectations. We don't see any recording of a call from you, however during the 2-hour tour we always cruise as far as possible in search of dolphins (which is the main objective of the tour and they can be close to port or very far from shore, it's never guaranteed) and, when conditions allow and it's safe, find a suitable spot for swimming. The waves and winds play an important role in the itinerary, when the wind doesn't make a difference in cruising faster, then it's not needed. Often times, motoring can be faster and more comfortable for the passengers. We always put the sails up when it makes sense. Having the beautifully hand painted jib IS SAILING. Our tour is designed to offer the opportunity to discover and enjoy the beauty of the sea in a relaxed way. In other tours we've seen dolphins, tuna, turtles, flying fish, moonfish. Nature is a matter of luck. Two hours is a relatively short time to combine all the activities, so the experience can vary depending on the day and sea conditions, as well as the wishes of the entire group! Thank you again for joining us and hope to see you again soon!
Short motor ride out to nowhere. Only views were motoring out of & back into town. No swimming, dolohins or sailing.
Thank you very much for the feedback and we are sorry that the experience was not up to your expectations. Our tour is designed to offer passengers the opportunity to discover and enjoy the beauty of the sea in a relaxed way. During the 2-hour tour, we always cruise as far as possible in search of dolphins (they can be close to port or very far from shore, it's never guaranteed) and, when conditions allow, find a suitable spot for swimming when it's safe. Marbella is a coastal destination, in an open sea, therefore the sea plays an important role. Two hours is a relatively short time to combine all the activities, so the experience can vary depending on the day and sea conditions. In most of our tours, with great conditions, we've seen dolphins, tuna, flying fish, moonfish, turtles and had a quick swim stop. Swimming stops are always subject to sea and weather conditions, as well as the wishes of the group. Same as sailing, we put the beautiful sails up when the conditions are proper. Often times motoring helps us cruise faster. Thank you again for joining us and hope to see you again soon!
Lovely few hours. Clear comms before, met us on time and well organised excursion. Welcome drink and fruit/nuts snack was nice but could do with a couple of complimentary top-ups, and bottles of water. Brilliant team, nice route and asked us our preferences on stopping/swimming etc. Good sized group (max 12 people). Would recommend.
It was a very pleasant experience, the swim in the sea and the friendliness of Almudena, the captain, and Juan. Would do it again
Fantastic experience even without the dolphins
It has been incredible, we have already repeated and as very good hosts and very fun, plus you can swim with a paddle surf board, fruits, drinks and the catamaran is beautiful and not overcrowded. Thanks team
Fantastic trip including swimming and paddle boarding
Just an unforgettable experience, I can only recommend it. It was incredible from A to Z, the 7:30 PM time slot was perfect. Sunset, magnificent, no swimming, just incredible, everything was perfect and the guides were adorable.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Marbella Catamaran Tour with Possible Dolphin Sighting | 2 hours | 4.7 (130) | $69 | |
Tour: Dolphins & Sailing Small-Group Benalmádena Catamaran | 2 hours | 4.7 (38) | $31 | View |
Benalmadena Catamaran : Dolphins, Tapas and Sea Baths 2hrs. 30min. | 2h 30min | 4.7 (32) | $52 | View |
Dolphin Watching in Catamaran from Benalmadena | 2 hours | 4.4 (47) | $29 | View |
Private tour Catamaran Benalmádena: Dolphins, Cava & Fishing | 2h 30min | 5.0 (1) | $630 | View |
Marbella: Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Snacks and Drinks | 2 hours | 4.9 (8) | $69 | View |
Activated Sailing trip 2 hours from Puerto de Banús Marbella | 2 hours | 4.6 (50) | $63 | View |