The 10 Best Sailings with a Buffet Aboard on Any Coast

1.Oslo Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet on a Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 170 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Meet at Rådhusbrygge 3 near Oslo City Hall for an evening sail around Oslofjord. You’ll pass the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, and small islets while eating a simple Norwegian shrimp buffet with bread, butter, lettuce, lemon, and dill. Bring warm clothes, arrive early for a good table, and expect no sightseeing commentary.

“A nice evening, cruise and a great way to see the fjord . Shrimp was plentiful but small. All things considered, an OK experience.”

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2.Snorkeling and Sailing Adventure with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 115 reviews · from $172

Spend four hours aboard Gemini from Kaanapali, snorkeling at Honolua Bay or another west Maui site, then sailing with a hot buffet and open bar. The crew provides instruction, quality gear, prescription masks, flotation aids, and reef-safe sunscreen. In winter, watch for humpback whales; in summer, keep an eye out for spinner dolphins.

“Amazing and loads of fun. Great music , informative of the reef and able to relax and see turtles , whales, dolphins , and our captain was great! She made sure to turn around and look for the whales , pause and patiently await their return! It was a great!! We will be bringing the kids”

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3.Evening sailboat trip to the Calanques du Frioul with buffet and organic wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · 3h 30m · from $94

Join ECO-CALANQUES for a 210-minute evening sail from Marseille’s Old Port to a quiet Frioul cove. You’ll enjoy a vegetarian buffet from La Casa Consolat, organic seasonal food, Provençal rosé, swimming, snorkeling, music, and sunset views. Departures are at 6 p.m. in spring and fall, and 7 p.m. in summer.

“La croisière était très sympa ! L’équipage à bord a été super agréable et les différents plats / boissons proposés étaient délicieux ! À recommander !”

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4.Hurghada Pirates sailing boat to Orange bay & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 78 reviews · from $78

Cruise from Hurghada aboard a twin-masted wooden pirate ship, with air-conditioned salons, a large sun deck, two guided snorkeling stops, and time at Orange Bay. The trip includes hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, taxes, and a buffet with seafood, chicken, rice, salads, and fruit. Family activities help keep children busy between stops.

“Sailing boat was beautiful! Staff amazing. Nothing go wrong and snorkeling area was magic! Everything perfect!”

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5.Fjord Dinner Cruise on Sailing Ship w/ Seafood Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Board a historic sailing ship at Akershusstranda 11 for a three-hour Oslofjord dinner cruise. You’ll pass Akershus Fortress and coastal sights while enjoying a Norwegian shrimp buffet with bread, mayonnaise, lemon, and dill. Drinks cost extra. Bring warm clothes, arrive early for the best chance at a seat, and skip this if you get seasick.

“The sevice and attitude of the crew are commendable, the skipper is great!🫡 The foods is FUNTASTICS!! Will definitely do this again next time 😊👏😊👏”

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6.Pattaya: 3 Islands Hopping on Sailing Party Yacht and Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 18 reviews · from $103

You’ll board an 82-foot yacht from Pattaya for an eight-hour outing to Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Koh Ped. Hotel pickup, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, floating mats, a water slide, and a Thai buffet are included. Expect music, swimming, sunset views, and a return to the pier around 7 pm.

“Super organized and a great day. Pick-up at the hotel on time as agreed. A modern and large catamaran with enough space. DJ and good music throughout the tour. Island stop with plenty of time and then a good Thai lunch on board. Back in the harbor around 19 and transfer to the hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Anytime again, it was a great day.”

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7.Sunset Sailing, Buffet, and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3h 30m · from $112Top rated

Spend 3.5 hours aboard La Flaneuse with English and French-speaking skippers, cruising past Château d’If, Vallon des Auffes, Malmousque, and the Frioul Islands. You’ll enjoy wine, soft drinks, fresh fruit, mezze, focaccia, sandwiches, and a sunset in the Calanques National Park. A swim stop may be possible, weather permitting.

“Un très bon moment, détente, régal des yeux et des papilles. Un équipage passionnant et passionné par le nautisme et au petit soin pour leurs hôtes. Je recommande cette activité ! Merci pour l’accueil.”

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8.Buffet & party night,cocktails sailing in the bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $107

Board at Bodeguita Dock for a three-hour evening cruise around Cartagena Bay. You’ll get a welcome cocktail, buffet dinner, national liquor, music from a DJ and entertainer, dancers, competitions, and views of Bocagrande, the skyscrapers, and the old center. Arrive by 7:15 pm for the 8 pm departure.

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9.Hanoi: Luxury Lan Ha Bay Jade Sails Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $111

Leave Hanoi Old Quarter by chauffeured limousine and spend 7.5 hours on JadeSails, cruising limestone islands in Lan Ha Bay. You will visit Bright Cave by bamboo boat, kayak and swim at Ao Ech, eat a Vietnamese and Western buffet, join a cooking class, and return to your hotel by about 7:30 PM.

“Nice ship. Looks bigger and newer in the pictures though… Food just average but okay and a lot of variety. Staff was very friendly but they were also sitting around a lot and looking into their phones instead of cleaning the tables. Every time we moved around on the ship and sat somewhere else there were still dirty dishes on the tables. Nature is of course stunning, every direction you look at. Just amazing! Sometimes a lot of trash in the ocean - sadly.”

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10.Cancun Catamaran: Sail to Isla Mujeres + Buffet & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $57Best value

Set sail from Playa Tortugas at noon for an eight-hour catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres. You’ll snorkel with provided gear, enjoy snacks and an open bar, eat an international buffet at a beach club, and have time around Playa Norte and Playa Centro. Hotel pickup may be available, and the boat has a restroom.

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