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The 15 One-Day Sailing Trips Worth the Airfare

33 sailings  ·  from $25 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 one-day sailing trips worth the money, each with its price, its verdict from the people who sailed it, and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Lanzarote: Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa - From hotel pickup to Órzola
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From Lanzarote: Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa

1.Sailing Day Trip Around La Graciosa

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,043 reviews · 6 hours · from $81Our pick

Travel by coach and ferry from Lanzarote to La Graciosa, then spend about three and a half hours aboard a catamaran near Francesa Beach. Swim, snorkel, kayak, enjoy pasta lunch and unlimited drinks, and explore Caleta de Sebo before returning. Guides speak English, French, and Spanish.

“An amazing experience from start to finish. Pick up and drop off by air-conditioned coach our tour guide Rachel was lovely. Aboard the cataraman we were served a welcome glass of champagne, snacks unlimited drinks and then a lovely pasta lunch. Activities included kayaking,snorkeling, swimming or just relaxing on board. Highly recommend this experience for a wonderful day out.”

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Adamas: Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch - Leaving Adamas with the Bears and fishing villages
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Adamas: Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

2.Kleftiko Sailing Day Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 713 reviews · 8 hours · from $170

Spend eight hours sailing west from Adamas aboard a spacious yacht with a small group of up to 26 people. Swim at Kalogries and Agios Dimitrios, explore Kleftiko by snorkel gear and RIB, and enjoy Greek food, drinks, and underwater photos from the crew. Guides speak English, Greek, and Italian.

“The crew were amazing! So positive and happy! The food was excellent! Swimming and snorkeling were so much fun. We had to take a different route due to weather so I was disappointed we did not get to see caves.”

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South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only) - Sailing through the Mamanuca Islands
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South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only)

3.South Sea Sailing Full Day Trip (5 years and above only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 600 reviews Top rated

Spend about seven hours aboard Sabre, a 78-foot sailing catamaran, cruising Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands. You’ll get return coach transfers, morning tea, buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, reef swimming, a deserted sand cay, paddleboards, soft drinks, and beer and wine for two hours after lunch. Children under five are not allowed, and the age rule may vary by booking.

“Great boat and service! A must if you come to Fiji! The crew, food and drinks were great! The sand location to swim and snorkeling was gorgeous!”

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Marseille: Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine - Boarding with coffee and Marseille navettes
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Marseille: Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

4.Calanques Sailing Day Trip with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 411 reviews · 7 hours · from $159

Spend a full day aboard the historic sailing yacht Le Don du Vent, leaving from pier 2 beside Marseille City Hall. Your French and English-speaking crew takes you toward Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, or La Côte bleue, depending on conditions. Swim, snorkel, enjoy a vegetarian buffet prepared onboard, and sip organic white wine and rosé in the sun.

“Everything was wonderful. The entire staff were friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend taking some sort of anti-nausea medication before setting sail though. Shout out to Sam who was hilarious and very kind!♥️”

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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine - Capo Caccia and the Coral Riviera
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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

5.Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about seven hours aboard the 86-year-old wooden tall ship Andrea Jensen, sailing from Alghero with Colin and Rachel. See Capo Caccia’s cliffs, stop in a clear bay for swimming and snorkeling, and enjoy a freshly prepared two-course lunch with wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. The group is limited to 12 people.

“A wonderful day trip on a beautiful boat, with some freshly prepared lunch and opportunities to snorkel and enjoy the water - would highly recommend!”

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Hua Hin: Full-Day Trip to Sam Roi Yot by Sail Boat - From Hua Hin to Pak Nam Pran by van
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Hua Hin: Full-Day Trip to Sam Roi Yot by Sail Boat

6.Hua Hin: Full-Day Trip to Sam Roi Yot by Sail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 301 reviews · 8 hours · from $93

Spend eight hours aboard Siamtara, a traditional wooden sailing boat led by Captain Eric. Travel from Hua Hin or Pak Nam Pran toward Sam Roi Yot, with swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, a slide, walk-the-plank fun, fresh Thai food, and a possible stop at Koh Ram to see monkeys. Pickup, towels, soft drinks, and water gear are included.

“great day on the water, with many activities and great food! thank you Eric!”

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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch - Snorkeling at Lanai’s Reefs
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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

7.Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 210 reviews · from $200

Sail Maui takes you from Maalaea Harbor toward Lanai for reef snorkeling, sea turtles, fish, and possible whales or dolphins. Expect a five-hour catamaran outing with breakfast, buffet lunch, snorkel gear, reef-safe sunscreen, and an open bar. Captains and crew members such as Patrick, Dan, Chase, Ron, James, and Allie have been praised for clear safety guidance and friendly help.

“Captain Ron, James and the rest of the crew did a great job today. My family had a blast and we appreciate them working on Christmas Eve. The food, music and drinks were also wonderful.”

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Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach - Starting early at Coral Sea Marina
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Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

8.Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $204

Spend 9 to 11 hours aboard the timber yacht Lady Enid, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and an island reef snorkeling stop. Expect a maximum of 24 people, supplied equipment, lunch, scones, fruit, and sparkling wine. The crew may invite you to help sail, but mobility is needed for the dinghy and uphill walk.

“This was the most amazing day out. Fantastic service, the little touches such as the scones jam & cream and fruit platter on the sail out, the wonderful friendly captain and crew, excellent snorkelling spot and trip out to Whitehaven beach The Read more”

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From Skiathos Marina: Yacht Sailing Day Trip with Lunch - Lararia, Tsougria, and the Reality of Greek Wind
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From Skiathos Marina: Yacht Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

9.From Skiathos Marina: Yacht Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 180 reviews · 8 hours · from $175

Spend eight hours aboard MARINA with an experienced skipper and hostess, sailing from Skiathos toward Skopelos. Swim at quiet bays, use the SUP and snorkeling gear, enjoy breakfast and snacks onboard, stop for a Greek taverna lunch, and watch for dolphins on the return to port.

“Great sailing day, skippered by a true professional, supported by his wonderful mate. Boat was first class, as to, the refreshments and lunch stop over. We anchored in some lovely coves, plenty of time to swim and relax”

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Catamaran Day Trip, Snorkeling & Sailing Excursion - Boarding the 75-foot catamaran
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Catamaran Day Trip, Snorkeling & Sailing Excursion

10.Catamaran Day Trip, Snorkeling & Sailing Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 132 reviews · from $84

Sail from Sosua to Puerto Plata aboard a 75-foot catamaran with Papo, Alain, and the TipTop crew. You’ll use provided gear at two snorkel stops, enjoy lunch and an open bar, then sail the coast with music and dancing. Hotel pickup is offered from Puerto Plata and Cabarete, with drop-off after the trip.

“This experience was amazing. The drivers and boat crew were all the best! Great service. Great snorkeling. Great food. 10/10 would recommend anyone visiting the Puerto Plata area to take this tour. We had the biggest boat in the harbor and arguably the best time.”

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Catamaran Alghero, Catamaran Sailing Day Trip - Swimming stops that do not feel rushed
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Catamaran Alghero, Catamaran Sailing Day Trip

11.Catamaran Alghero, Catamaran Sailing Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $223

Join Captain Max and Alex for a small-group catamaran day from Alghero. You’ll sail through the Natural Park, stop for swimming and snorkeling, try the two SUP boards, and enjoy a generous lunch, aperitif, snacks, and drinks made with local products. The modern boat carries up to 12 people and returns around 6 pm.

“We had the best experience sailing with Captain Max! Not only is he a great captain but he’s also a phenomenal host and chef. We met some wonderful people during our trip which made it even more enjoyable. I can’t wait to come back next year!”

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Formentera Small-Group Day Trip by Sailboat from Ibiza - Playa de Ses Illetes: Formentera’s famous beach
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Formentera Small-Group Day Trip by Sailboat from Ibiza

12.Formentera Small-Group Day Trip by Sailboat from Ibiza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $162

Join Alberto and Irene for a relaxed seven-hour sail from Ibiza to Formentera. With a small group aboard, you’ll visit S’Espalmador and Playa de Ses Illetes, swim, snorkel, use the paddleboard, and reach shore by dinghy. Bring lunch or buy it at Ses Illetes, since food is not included.

“Wonderful experience. Thank you Alberto and Irene for the warm welcome and hospitality. It was a relaxing trip to visit a wonderful island.”

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Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana - Private Tour - Starting in Omiš at 10:00 a.m.
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Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana – Private Tour

13.Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,028 whole boat, up to 6

Spend about eight hours aboard Nana, a private 37-foot sailboat, with captain Mario and his crew. From Omiš, sail to Konopljikova cove for swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding, then visit Pučišća on Brač. Lunch, drinks, water gear, and a relaxed local welcome are included for groups of up to six.

“A lovely day out with locals on their comfortable 37 foot yacht. Great company, good food and expert guides. Throughly recommend this experience. Thank you Mario and Carla.”

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Skiathos: Wooden Sailboat Full- or Half-Day Trip with Meal - Finding Katerina in the old harbor
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Skiathos: Wooden Sailboat Full- or Half-Day Trip with Meal

14.Wooden Sailboat Full- or Half-Day Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 8 hours · from $159

Sail from Skiathos harbor aboard Katerina, a 62-foot wooden boat built in 1958. Captain Dimi and the crew plan swim stops around the weather, serve snacks, wine, and a fresh Greek lunch, and share local tips. Choose a full-day outing or an evening cruise, with private trips available for special menus and events.

“Such an amazing day spent out on the boat. The route was gorgeous stopping at so many different spots with gorgeous beaches, lighthouses, and sea caves. Saw a good amount of fish and even an octopus! Cannot say enough good things about the crew, they were so welcoming and kind. Everyone was helpful, made delicious food, and even helped take some group pictures. Cant recommend enough!”

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Cinque Terre Sailing Day Trip from La Spezia - Leaving La Spezia through the Gulf of Poets
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Cinque Terre Sailing Day Trip from La Spezia

15.Cinque Terre Sailing Day Trip from La Spezia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $214

Sail from La Spezia through the Gulf of Poets to Portovenere and the five Cinque Terre villages. A professional skipper such as Andrea, Franco, or Lorenzo handles the boat, while you enjoy a Ligurian lunch, wine, swimming stops, and sea views in a group capped at 10 people.

“We spent the day with couples from all over the world sailing and enjoying the beautiful coast of Cince Terre. We are older and can't climb the stairs in the towns so it was a great way to see the area. Lovely lunch, and the staff was very nice.”

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