Where to Book Sailing Trips: the 15 Best Worldwide

1.Ft. Lauderdale Mini Powerboat Rental. Canal, Yacht, Mansion Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) Our pick

Take the wheel of a two-person mini powerboat from Las Olas Paddle Boards. Staff provide safety instructions, equipment, fuel, and a route map, so no boating background is needed. You set the pace for an hour among Fort Lauderdale’s canals, yachts, mansions, and mangroves.

“So much fun! We had a ball. Staff was nice & accommodating. We saw some fish & dolphins on our ride. So beautiful”

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2.Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 315 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $89

You’ll travel from your hotel to Bayahibe, then reach Saona Island by speedboat and return by sailing catamaran. Expect 2.5 hours on a white-sand beach, a buffet lunch, open-bar beer and rum, Caribbean music, and a 30-minute stop at a shallow natural pool. Guides may include Christian or Juan.

“Lots of fun. Lasts about 6-7 hours. Very timely and as advertised. Would recommend a thousand times!”

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3.Benagil Cave Boat Tour – Catamarans or Rib – 2 H From Portimão

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 288 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21

From Portimão, you’ll cruise toward Benagil Cave aboard a catamaran or RIB, passing Praia Grande and Santa Catarina Fortress. Expect coastal views, several cave passages, a short swim stop, and an English-speaking crew. Gabriel and the captain have been praised for friendly service, though boarding can be crowded.

“The check-in at the dock was chaotic to say the least and they tried to do a switcheroo with us into a different smaller and uncovered boat (so they could accommodate a last minute larger party - shame on them) but we held fast and stuck to our reserved boat. The ride was a bit cramped but overall comfortable. We explored several caves with the famous Benagil cave as the finale (too bad only kayakers and swimmer can land on shore). The captain and skipper spoke a little English but there was ZERO guiding of history, cultural significance, etc. The size of the boat was small-medium which is good because…”

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4.Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 197 reviews · from $95

Spend about 10 hours reaching Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran, with a waist-deep natural pool stop, beach time, Dominican BBQ lunch, drinks, music, and hotel transport. Guides may include Max or Jack Sparrow, and the group can reach up to 150 people.

“We enjoyed this trip very much. We're a little concerned with some of the reviews talking about the long drive there and the cattle herding of people form vehicle to vehicles. Don't worry about it! This is the most efficient way of getting all the people there from many different hotels. Max is great takes care of everone. Highly recommended!”

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5.PHI PHI & MAYA & BAMBOO Premium Catamaran Max 28 pax

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · from $114

Spend seven to eight hours cruising from Phuket to Phi Phi Leh and Phi Phi Don, with stops at Maya Bay, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Island, and Bamboo Island. A guide such as Alex, Andy, or Niwat may lead the day, with snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, drinks, and hotel transfers included.

“We had an amazing family trip. Andy, our guide, and the entire team were wonderful hosts and made us feel truly welcome. Everyone was looked after like a friend in their own home. Thank you so much—it was the best day!”

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6.Open Bar Sunset Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat (Best Deal)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $20Best value

Set out from Cartagena’s Centro Histórico at 4:30 p.m. for a two-hour sunset cruise on either a party-focused speedboat or a family-friendly catamaran. Expect music, skyline views, an open bar, and a return to the same meeting point. The catamaran also includes a light snack.

“This was the perfect way to end our last night in Cartagena. Very fun and exciting. Great music, great vibes. The sunset was beautiful as well.”

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7.Phi Phi Khai or Maiton Island by Speedboat/Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 47 reviews · 8 hours · from $86

Spend eight hours sailing from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands by speedboat or catamaran. Swim at Khai or Maiton Island, eat lunch on Phi Phi Don, see Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay, Viking Cave, and Monkey Beach. The Maiton option adds kayaks, paddleboards, a slide, and a floating mat.

“The first time pick up from the Hotel was late without information. But everything on the tours was perfect Yaya the guide was sensational we enjoyed our tour Thank you so much....”

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8.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat or Catamaran Tour One day

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 40 reviews · 7 hours · from $53

Spend seven hours visiting Bamboo Island, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, and Phi Phi Don. Choose a speedboat or a catamaran with a toilet, then enjoy snorkeling, a Halal buffet, hotel pickup, and an English, Malay, or Thai-speaking guide.

“Guide, variation i aktiviteter i løbet af turen, smuk natur”

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9.Saona Island, Natural pool Starfish, Fast boat, Catamaran +Dances

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $169

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by fast boat, swim at a starfish-filled natural pool, eat a buffet lunch, and return by party catamaran. The day lasts 9 to 11 hours, includes hotel transport and drinks, and suits visitors who want scenery plus music.

“My Saona Island adventure in Punta Cana was a true tropical escape. A comfy bus ride from the hotel to the port in just 1 hour and 25 minutes, where I hopped onto a lively catamaran. A quick, well-organized transition from bus to boat ensureRead more”

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10.Coron: Private Island-Hopping Tour on a Yacht or Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 9 hours

Set out from Coron Harbor Square on a private yacht or speedboat with an English or Tagalog guide. Visit Kayangan Lake, Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Banol Beach, CYC Beach, and Coral Garden, with lunch, snorkeling gear, and optional hotel pickup. Add a photographer and drone package for polished memories.

“Extremely well organised, the guides were just the best. Very friendly. The food was great too. Had the best time”

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11.Saona Island Tour All Inclusive Speedboat and Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · 10 hours - 630 minutes · from $70

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by coach, speedboat, and catamaran. Swim at a natural pool, look for starfish without touching them, enjoy a beach lunch with drinks, and get two hours on the island. English, French, and Spanish guides are available.

“Massentourismus pur. Das Wasser ist über die Jahre durch den Massentourismus ki plett zerstört. Überall im Wasser liegen Knochenreste vom essen und das Wasser ist aufgrund 100 er Bote aufgewirbelt. Man erkennt überhaupt nichts einfach nur Müll. Bist 3 h unterwegs weil der Bus diverse andere Touristen von hotels einsammeln, voll mit Urlaubern aus frn Nachbarländern (Kolumbien, Kuba etc.). nicht zu empfehlen!!”

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12.Phi Phi Island Adventure Day Tour from Phuket Speedboat/Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 29 reviews · from $70

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok Island. Choose a speedboat or catamaran, with hotel transfers, snorkeling gear, Thai buffet lunch, park fees, drinks, and an English-speaking guide included.

“I did enjoyed every bit of the tour. The tour guide and the team done a fantastic job. I would highly recommended it. The price the people whine the tour are fantastic! Thank you I’ll come back again soon.”

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13.Saona Island Catamaran and Speedboat …

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 16 reviews · 10 hours · from $57

You’ll travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then combine a speedboat ride with a catamaran cruise to Saona Island. Swim in a shallow natural pool, eat a Dominican-style beach buffet, and return with music and drinks. Federico has guided small groups, while timing and organization can vary.

“tardamos 6horas desde el hotel hasta llegar a saona. Demasiado tiempo.Hay que esperar mucho en el traslado,en el puerto,en el catamarán”

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14.Full Day Tour to Saona Island by Catamaran and Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $80

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran, with round-trip pickup, beach time, an open bar, buffet lunch, and a stop at Playa Palmilla’s shallow natural pool. Guide Willie is noted for his friendly approach, while the group size can reach 100 people.

“The whole trip was sketchy. Felt unorganized. Felt unorganized. Felt unorganized. I don't want to say more this is enough to say about a trip that was not worth it”

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15.Saône Island in Catamaran and speedboat (blue lagoon) swimming pool.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $75

Travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then reach Saona Island by speedboat. Stop at the Blue Lagoon natural pool, see sea stars, eat a Dominican buffet, and return by catamaran with music and drinks. Hotel pickup, bilingual guiding, and an 8-hour plan are included.

“t was not a good excursion. Too much time spent for picking up and dropping off. It took more than 12 hours and almost 9 hours spent on transportation. It’s not good at all and wasting so much time at 2 beautiful places. We only stopped at tRead more”

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