WORLDWIDE · FOOD CRUISES
The 10 best food cruises you can board today, with what each costs, how long it stays out and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
You’ll spend five hours aboard a private 40-foot yacht for up to six people, cruising from Puerto Aventuras to In-Ha and La Bocana. Swim with turtles, snorkel with provided gear, try troll fishing, and enjoy ceviche, guacamole, burgers, cocktails, and nonalcoholic drinks. Crew members may include Aldo, Renata, or Captain David.
Spend about two hours on a private yacht along Porto’s Douro River, passing six bridges, Ribeira, Gaia’s port lodges, and the river mouth. Your guide explains the sights in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Food, wine, WiFi, taxes, and a return to the starting point are included.
“My boyfriend and I had a great time. Very chill romantic sunset cruise. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate with our much wanted sunset but the crew did everything possible to make sure we still had the best time. I would highly recommend this river cruise and the charcuterie. The drinks they served were great and the port wine to end it off was delightful. The crew was so amazing and nice it made our time much better and also gave us some great history about Porto. Would definitely do again when back in Porto!”
Set out from Balchik at 10:00 a.m. aboard the Samba or Dionis for a four-hour Black Sea yacht picnic. Captain Nikolai, Sinni, Hristo, Nicco, and the crew provide lunch, wine, beer, soft drinks, sea views, and a brief swimming stop. You pass Balchik, Kavarna, and the Palace and Botanical Gardens from the water.
“It was very relaxing, good food and very good service. I recommend. They had different soft drinks, beer and wine. Me and my girlfriend really liked it. We got to relax on the front with some good weather. We went swimming and had a very good lunch.”
Set out from Cabo San Lucas on a private yacht for about three hours. You’ll photograph the Arch, cruise past famous beaches, search for whales, then enjoy snorkeling, paddle boarding, a floating mat, ceviche, fajitas, and drinks. The advertised rate covers up to 10 people, with a crew focused on personal service.
“The boat and crew Diana set us up with was perfect for our family of 14, 6 being children under 7. The Chica 1 blue and it’s crew with Nadia as a great kids helper, deckhand and bartender along with Capt Arturo who got us up close to the arch and close enough for an amazing and safe whale encounter was a memorable adventure that we will remember and recommend to family and friends.”
Spend four hours on a private 47-foot catamaran from Montego Bay Yacht Club, with a captain, bartender, DJ, premium drinks, food, coastal views, and a swim or snorkel stop near Doctor’s Cave Beach Club. The boat is described as accommodating up to 15 people, while the listed price covers a group of up to 10.
“The crew was a blast! Would highly recommend. Please book!! You won’t regret it. Great job to the captain and crew!”
Sail Barcelona’s coast aboard the private Azimut 46 from Port Olímpic, with room for 11 passengers, a Sea Keeper motion stabilizer, drinks, snacks, and towels. Stop for swimming or snorkeling, enjoy skyline views, and ask about paddleboarding, Sea Scooters, or an eFoil. Skipper Dani has earned praise for his friendly service.
“Amazing really fun and was a good experience, snacks drinks and music everything included. Would highly recommend.”
Sail from Puerto Colón in a group of up to 11, watching for whales and dolphins along southern Tenerife. You can swim or snorkel in clear Atlantic water, then enjoy food and drinks aboard. The boat is described as both a sailing yacht and a velero, so expect a relaxed boat trip rather than guaranteed sailing under canvas.
“Walvissen en dolfijnen kijken op een zeilbootje maar je gaat niet zeilen. Er zijn ca. 8 zitplekken. En je moet adres goed checken, het is dus in de haven en niet bij een restaurant zoals de mail aangeeft.”
Spend six hours aboard a sailing yacht with up to 10 to 12 people, stopping at Anthony Quinn, Ladiko, and Traganou Bays. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and eat a Greek meal onboard. Food, wine, beer, water, and soft drinks are included. Pickup is optional, and the crew communicates through WhatsApp.
“The captain had I teresti g I formation as we passed things”
Set out from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje on a three-hour private boat trip for up to 11 people. Your crew, including guides such as Dani and Maxi, takes you along southern Tenerife’s coast to look for whales and dolphins, then provides time for swimming and snorkeling. Snacks, fruit, tapas, wine, cava, beer, and soft drinks are included.
“Great experience! Casual, laid back trip, saw whales, had a dip in the ocean and a beautiful sail back to the harbour x”
You’ll leave VNV Marina on a private Magic-Sea yacht, cruise Cancun’s coast, snorkel near El Meco, stop at Playa Norte, and visit downtown Isla Mujeres. Eduardo Fernandez and his crew arrange food, drinks, fruit, ceviche, snorkel gear, and lunch. A paid van transfer can be arranged from your hotel or house.
Pick a coastline, a hull or an hour of the day.
