Where to Swim: the 15 Best Yacht Trips with a Swim Stop

1.Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,619 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $13 a seat Our pick

Join Travelin Lady from Los Cristianos for a 90-minute whale and dolphin trip on a purpose-built eco-yacht. Guides such as Ines explain the animals in several languages while the captain keeps a respectful distance. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and fin whales, then swim and snorkel near the Cave of Love if conditions allow.

“Great experience! The tour guides were really nice and courteous! I would definitely recommend this tour!”

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2.Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,375 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $18 a seat

Cruise from Los Cristianos along the Palm Mar coast on a Blue Boat certified yacht. You’ll search for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, seabirds, and flying fish, pass the cave of love, then stop for a sea swim. The 1-hour-40-minute trip has a toilet, bar, shaded areas, and a low-center boat.

“Very knowledgeable staff, great experience, highly recommend to anyone with or without families, managed to see dolphins after 20 mins, great value trip”

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3.Dubai Yacht Sea escape Cruise, Swim, Tan & Sightsee!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 539 reviews · whole boat $269, up to 6 Top rated

Take a private two-hour mini-yacht from Dubai Marina toward Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis and Burj Al Arab. Your captain points out major buildings, plays your music through the onboard stereo, and stops for swimming. Water and light refreshments are included. Captains such as Aravind, Santos and Santhosh have been praised for helpful commentary and family photos.

“Excellent service, very friendly captain. We cruised around the palm islands and the local sights, the captain giving information along the way. No complaints whatsoever. Recommended!”

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4.Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · from $87 a seat

Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina, then anchor near JBR Beach for swimming, a BBQ lunch, music, inflatables, and a floating pool. English-speaking crew, unlimited soft drinks, and snorkeling gear are included. A slide may be available with the selected option, while jet ski rides cost extra.

“Great trip. The pool at the back of the boat was great. Snorkelling not great as water not clear enough. Lovely lunch.”

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5.Lampedusa: Yacht excursion, swimming stops and typical lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 7 hours · from $101 a seat

Join Sciatumia’s yacht from Via Alessandro Volta for a seven-hour tour of Lampedusa. Gianfranco, Francesco, and the crew explain the island’s stories and underwater sights while you swim at Tabaccara, Rabbit Island, Muro Vecchio, and other coves. Lunch includes fresh fish, seafood crudités, pasta, wine, dessert, coffee, and fruit.

“L’escursione è stata fantastica, Gianfranco e Francesco due guide simpatiche e disponibili, compagnia gradevolissima e pranzo che non ha nulla da invidiare ad un pasto completo al ristorante, primo, secondo (crudi di scampi e gamberi a volontà), contorni vari, frutta e dolce, Acqua vino e pure il limoncello a metà pomeriggio. Bellissimi i luoghi dove abbiamo effettuato le soste per i vari bagni, con tanto di spiegazione di quello che devi vedere sott’acqua per non perderti proprio nulla. È anche durata più del previsto! Assolutamente da fare e rifare!”

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6.Discover whales in Tenerife: exclusive yacht tour with swim and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 3 hours · from $68 a seat

Sail from Los Cristianos aboard Neptune, a yacht limited to 20 passengers, with a multilingual guide and responsible whale watching. Look for pilot whales, bottlenose dolphins, and sea turtles, then stop in a sheltered bay for swimming. Lunch, beer, wine, soft drinks, and water are included. Sisi is one guide praised for making the trip especially welcoming.

“The best day with the best crew. Loved every minute and saw whales, dolphins and turtles. Would highly recommend”

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7.Sandbar Splash and Yacht Tour in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59 a seat

Join Paddle Pub Fort Lauderdale for a two-hour pedal-powered boat ride with a USCG-licensed captain and crew member. You’ll pass Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas, the Intracoastal Waterway, Port Everglades, Riverwalk, Stranahan House, and the New River. John, Mike, Tom, and Jason have all led trips, with music, floats, bottled water, and room for up to 26 people.

“It was the best day so much fun!!!! Awesome tour guides!!! Can’t wait to do it again!!! Weather was perfect!!”

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8.Luxury Motor Yacht in Estepona. Dophin spotting, swimming, etc

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $806, up to 11

Set out from Estepona Marina aboard Hakuna Matata with a private captain and your own group of up to 11. Choose a relaxed two-hour cruise with dolphin spotting, swimming, paddle boarding, coastal views, snacks, soft drinks, white wine, and cava. Captains Javi and Thomas are associated with the yacht experience, with longer and sunset options available by arrangement.

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9.Antalya: Private Yacht Tour with 3 Swim Stops and a Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · 5.5 hours · whole boat $1,100, up to 8

Spend 5.5 hours on a private yacht from Kemer Marina, with hotel pickup, a captain, waiter, lunch or dinner, drinks, and three swim stops. Routes may include Phaselis, Pirate Cave, Paradise Bay, Kiriş Bay, Moonlight Bay, or Cleopatra Bay. Fatih Yilmaz handles arrangements in Turkish, English, or Russian.

“It was all great! The food, the ride, the stops. It was more a cruise than a tour, but we all had a good time.”

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10.Yacht experience in Cancun: cruise, swim and sunset views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 to 6 hours (approx.) · whole boat $170, up to 8

Choose a one to six-hour private yacht outing from Sunset Marina. Cruise Cancun’s lagoon and bay, swim near the Hotel Zone, watch the sunset, or sail to Isla Mujeres for snorkeling and Playa Norte. Groups of up to eight share the yacht, with snorkel gear, bottled water, and soda provided. Island docking fees cost extra.

“Omg! What a time we had!! Thanks for making my mom birthday very special! We will definitely book again in the summer 🌞”

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11.Yacht Cruise & Swimming, Snorkeling with Live B.B.Q Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · from $78 a seat

Start at Dubai Harbour Yacht Club at 9:00 am for a three-hour shared yacht cruise to JBR Beach. You’ll pass Dubai Harbour, anchor near the skyline, swim, use inflatables, try snorkeling, and eat a live BBQ lunch onboard. Drinks, music, life jackets, and snorkeling equipment are included. Jet skis cost extra.

“Very nice experience with nice and friendly staff. Food and refreshments were good and enough. The only downside was that the pool and slide was advertised as part of the package but we didn’t have it. It is important to have available everything is on advert otherwise tourists loose trust in your services.”

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12.8-Hours Private Swimming Luxury Yacht Cruise to Princes’ Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · whole boat $1,385, up to 9

You’ll spend about eight hours on a private yacht for up to nine people, with hotel pickup, Turkish breakfast, swimming time, tea, coffee, and water. The route can include Kınalıada, Burgaz Island, Heybeliada, Kaşık Island, and Büyükada. Yusuf manages the operation, while the onboard crew may have limited English.

“We had a great day on the boat, going for a swim around the Princess Islands, and then having a walk and lunch at one of the restaurants. Very friendly host, flexible and accommodating of the requests. The boat had sufficient space to fit 7 people, both inside and outside.”

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13.Private Swim & Snorkel Yacht Tour w/Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · whole boat $1,979, up to 12

Set out from Marina Vallarta on a private yacht for your group of up to 12. Captain Carlos leads snorkeling at Los Arcos, followed by swimming, paddleboarding, lunch, and drinks at Las Gemelas Beach. The crew may include Nico, Ernesto, and Hugo, with a scenic cruise past the Malecón on the way back.

“We had the most incredible experience on our yacht charter in Puerto Vallarta! The crew — Nico, Ernesto, and Hugo — went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. Ernesto was especially amazing — so knowledgeable about the area and marine life, and he even got in the water with us to guide and make sure we had the best experience possible. His kindness and enthusiasm truly stood out and made the trip even more special. Everything exceeded our expectations — from the comfort of the yacht to the attention to detail and the fun,…”

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14.Halkidiki: Private Sailing Yacht Cruise Swim in Blue Waters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · whole boat $742, up to 10

Take a private Bavaria 40 sailing yacht from Paliouri with an English or Greek-speaking skipper. Choose a 3-hour sunset sail, 5-hour coastal cruise, or 7-hour trip toward Sithonia and Spalathronisia. Swim, snorkel, use the SUP, listen to your own Spotify playlist, and stop at a seaside taverna if you wish.

“We had a fabulous day sailing and smelling. Saw shoals of fish. Had a wonderful lunch. Our skillet was awesome”

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15.Snorkel & Sandbar on Private Searay Yacht 25ft in Cap Cana Marina ,Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · whole boat $680, up to 5

You’ll spend four hours aboard a private 25-foot Sea Ray with a captain, snorkeling gear, water, ice, and soft drinks. Depart Cap Cana Marina, visit shallow reef near Juanillo Beach, and relax in the natural sandbar pool. Crew members have included Luis, Alex, Jeffrey, Javier, and Angel.

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