Catamaran trip with other groups along the Costa Brava. Saturday.

Make lunch the destination. This four-hour Costa Brava catamaran trip combines a scenic sail, a barbecue cooked aboard, music, and time in a sheltered cove. I especially like the large swimming area with mats and a trampoline and the fact that five drinks are included, while the shared party setting may feel too lively for anyone seeking a quiet cruise.

The boat leaves from Lloret de Mar Beach and returns to the same point, which keeps the plan simple. You will share the catamaran with other celebration groups, so the experience suits birthdays, anniversaries, family occasions, and work outings better than couples wanting privacy.

Key points to know before you book

• Four hours from Lloret de Mar: The trip leaves from Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, sails along the Costa Brava, anchors near a cove, and returns to the starting point.
• A proper party catamaran: Music, games, a DJ, sunbathing nets, and a maximum group size of 100 create a social rather than peaceful mood.
• Five drinks included: You can choose beer, sangria, or soft drinks, with water available as much as you like.
• Barbecue served on board: Beef burgers, marinated chicken, pasta with tomato sauce or salad, and fruit salad make up the meal.
• Swimming equipment provided: The anchored stop includes mats and a trampoline, plus access to the central bathtub and large solarium net.
• Not a bachelor-party boat: Hen and stag groups are refused, including costumes, whistles, megaphones, speakers, and organized group singing.

Setting off from Lloret de Mar Beach

Your starting point is Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, beside Lloret de Mar Beach. The trip both starts and ends here, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup point after the sail. Private transportation is not included, and the information provided does not include a hotel transfer.

I would arrive with enough time to locate the meeting point without rushing. The exact departure hour is not stated, but this is described as an afternoon sailing. Since the activity lasts about four hours, you should keep the rest of your Saturday flexible.

Once aboard, the crew welcomes you onto a large catamaran designed for shared entertainment. This is not a small sailing yacht with a quiet deck and a book-friendly mood. The boat can carry up to 100 people, and you will be sailing alongside other groups celebrating anniversaries or similar occasions.

That shared format is central to the experience. If you like meeting new people, music, and a bit of harmless holiday noise, it adds energy. If you are imagining a private romantic sail, you should choose something else.

Cruising the Costa Brava coastline

The first part of the trip is the sail along the Costa Brava. The main attraction here is the view from the water, with the shoreline, rocky coves, and open sea providing a changing backdrop while you settle into the afternoon.

The catamaran’s size gives you several ways to enjoy the ride. You can sit with the group, find a place in the sun, or use the large solarium net. That net is one of the more appealing features because it puts you close to the water while the boat moves, although you should expect it to be a shared space rather than a private perch.

Music plays during the cruise, with a DJ handling the soundtrack and keeping the volume within the captain’s limits. That wording matters. The mood is designed to be festive, but the crew retains control of the sound level, so this is not presented as an unrestricted floating nightclub.

You can also take part in games during the outing. The details of the games are not specified, so I would treat them as optional entertainment rather than a promised program. The boat’s real appeal is the combination of scenery, food, drinks, and time at anchor.

Anchoring near a Costa Brava cove

At some point, the captain chooses a cove near the rocks for the main stop. The exact cove is not fixed in advance, which makes sense for a boat trip shaped by sea conditions and the captain’s judgment. You should expect a scenic anchorage rather than a formal shore excursion.

This is when the activity changes from sightseeing to playtime. You can swim, use the floating mats and trampoline, join the games, or simply stretch out on the sun deck. The central bathtub also has a covered area, giving you a place with some shelter while remaining close to the water.

The stop works best if you bring a swimsuit and are comfortable with a shared swimming setup. The description promises the chance to enjoy the seabed, but it does not mention snorkeling equipment, guided snorkeling, or a particular underwater site. If seeing marine life is your main goal, do not book this expecting a specialist snorkeling trip.

There is also no promise that every person will want to get in the water. You can sunbathe or remain on board, which gives the group some flexibility. That balance is useful on a celebration outing, where one person may want to swim while another would rather eat, talk, and watch the coast.

Eating a barbecue lunch on board

The crew prepares lunch after the catamaran anchors. Cooking on the boat makes the meal part of the entertainment, not just a box handed over at the start. You can expect beef burgers and marinated chicken cubes, followed by pasta with tomato sauce or salad and a fruit salad.

The meal is straightforward and well matched to a casual afternoon on the water. It is not a restaurant tasting menu, and the food should be judged as a generous barbecue designed for a large group. The menu allows you to make a plate, return for more, and keep the focus on the outing.

The meal is described as eat as much as you want. That is good value for anyone arriving hungry, especially since the price also includes drinks. The information specifically identifies the marinated chicken as gluten-free and halal. It does not provide the same certification for every item, so if you have a strict dietary requirement, confirm the full meal details before booking.

Pasta with tomato sauce or salad gives you a lighter option beside the grilled food. Fruit salad finishes the meal without making the lunch too heavy for an afternoon that may include swimming and sunbathing.

Five drinks, water, and the onboard bar

The package includes five drinks per person. Your choices are beer, sangria, or soft drinks, while water is available freely. For a four-hour trip, that allowance is substantial enough to support the party atmosphere without forcing you to buy every drink separately.

You should keep track of your own five-drink allowance, particularly if you are moving between the barbecue, swimming area, and music. The information does not explain how the drinks are distributed or whether you receive them all at once, so the crew’s onboard system will determine the practical details.

Additional drinks may be available at the bar for €2 per glass, but this is at the captain’s discretion. I would not build your budget around unlimited paid service. The safest reading is that you have five included drinks, water, and the possible option to buy more if the bar is operating.

The drink package adds genuine value to the $60.01 price. You are paying for a four-hour boat outing, a cooked lunch, entertainment, swimming equipment, and five drinks. For someone who plans to eat, drink, and spend most of the afternoon on board, that is a stronger deal than a basic sightseeing cruise with food sold separately.

What the shared party atmosphere really feels like

The experience is specifically designed for celebration groups. Other anniversaries and social groups will be on board, and the crew sets a relaxed, festive tone with music, games, and a communal meal.

That makes this a good choice for a birthday, family milestone, anniversary, or business gathering. It is also suitable for friends who want an activity with a built-in social setting rather than a quiet boat ride. The upbeat mood is one of the most praised parts of the available feedback, with particular approval for the good atmosphere, music, views, and drinks.

There are clear limits on the type of celebration allowed. Bachelor parties are not accepted, and the restriction extends to costumes, obscene objects, whistles, megaphones, personal speakers, and organized group singing. This is worth taking seriously, since a group that arrives expecting a stag or hen party may be turned away.

The rule also tells you something useful about the intended mood. This is a lively but managed group excursion, not a free-for-all. The crew wants music and fun without one group taking over the boat.

Saturday timing, group size, and practical value

Saturday is likely to appeal to people planning a weekend celebration, but it may also be the busiest kind of departure for this format. With a maximum of 100 people, the boat can feel spacious compared with a small tour boat, yet the deck, trampoline, nets, and bar are shared.

I would book well ahead if your date is fixed. This experience is typically reserved about 41 days in advance, which suggests that popular Saturdays may disappear before the last minute. Confirmation is provided when you book.

The $60.01 price is easiest to justify if you use the whole package. A person who only wants a calm coastal view may find the music and group setting unnecessary. Someone who would otherwise pay separately for lunch, several drinks, and a water-based activity gets much more from the fare.

The trip is also efficient for a group because everyone follows one simple plan. You meet at the beach, spend the afternoon on the catamaran, eat together, and return to the same location. You do not need to organize a restaurant booking, a separate swim stop, or transport between activities.

Weather, cancellations, and the decision to go

This experience depends on good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of people is not reached and the operator cancels the trip.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund, and all cut-off times follow local time.

That policy is fair for a weather-dependent boat trip, but it means you should avoid building an expensive, nonrefundable day around it. Keep an eye on the forecast and leave some flexibility in your Saturday plans.

The information says most people can participate, but it does not offer detailed accessibility guidance. If you need specific assistance boarding, moving around the catamaran, or using the swimming facilities, ask the provider before payment.

Who should book this catamaran trip?

I would recommend it to you if you want a social afternoon with several activities built into one fare. The strongest match is a group celebrating an anniversary, birthday, family event, or workplace occasion and looking for something more memorable than a meal on shore.

It also suits people who like a relaxed party atmosphere but do not want the uncontrolled behavior associated with a bachelor or hen outing. The no-costume and no-megaphone rules help keep the mood enjoyable for the whole boat.

You should think twice if you want silence, privacy, a serious sailing lesson, or a dedicated snorkeling tour. The exact cove is chosen by the captain, the music is part of the experience, and the boat may carry as many as 100 people.

Should you book it?

Book this trip if your ideal Costa Brava afternoon includes coastal views, a barbecue, five drinks, music, and a swim from a large catamaran. At $60.01 per person, the package offers solid value for an active celebration, especially when you use the food, drinks, games, and water equipment.

Skip it if you want a private boat, a quiet cruise, or detailed underwater exploration. For the right group, though, this is an easygoing Saturday plan that turns lunch into a full afternoon on the sea, with enough structure to keep things simple and enough free time to make the outing your own.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran trip start?

It starts at Passeig d’Agustí Font, 2, 17310 Lloret de Mar, Girona, Spain, beside Lloret de Mar Beach.

Where does the experience end?

The catamaran returns to the same meeting point in Lloret de Mar.

How long does the trip last?

The experience lasts approximately four hours.

What food is included?

Lunch includes a barbecue with beef burgers and marinated chicken cubes, plus pasta with tomato sauce or salad and fruit salad. The chicken is described as gluten-free and halal.

How many drinks are included?

Five drinks are included per person. You can choose beer, sangria, or soft drinks, and water is available as much as you like.

Are bachelor or hen parties allowed?

No. Bachelor parties are not accepted, including groups using costumes, obscene objects, whistles, megaphones, speakers, or organized group singing.