SAILING TOURS WITH AN OPEN BAR

Open-Bar Sailing Trips: the 15 Best Worldwide

324 sailings  ·  from $15 a head

An open bar aboard is either the reason for the day or the thing that ruins it, and the difference is the boat. These 15 are honest about what is actually poured, how long the bar stays open and how many people are on deck.

Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - The first hour along the Costa Brava
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Lloret de Mar: Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

1.Catamaran Sailing Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,812 reviews · 4 hours · from $59Our pick

Sail from Lloret de Mar along the Costa Brava, then anchor for about two hours of swimming, snorkeling, floating, and a barbecue lunch. You get beer, sangria, soft drinks, and water, plus music and a DJ on selected departures. Choose a family-friendly morning trip, an adults-only afternoon or evening sailing, or a Saturday celebration cruise.

“The crew were very friendly, the food was good and so enjoyed swimming and snorkelling, I highly recommend books with them.”

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Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D'oeuvres - Fort Zachary Taylor and the open-water turn
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Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D’oeuvres

2.Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D’oeuvres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,559 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Sail from Key West for about two hours aboard a spacious catamaran with an open liquor bar, champagne, sangria, wine, premium beer, soft drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Local musicians provide live music as you pass Mallory Square, Fort Zachary Taylor, and Sunset Key. Arrive 30 minutes early and bring a sweater for cool or windy evenings.

“The sunset was absolutely divine. We sat outside on the bow, drank wine, and took it all in. The crew were attentive and the company was a good time. 10/10 would do again.”

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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar - Second stop: Boca Catalina Bay
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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

3.Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,291 reviews · from $69

Sail from the Hyatt Regency with Delphi Watersports aboard The Dolphin for three hours. Snorkel at the Antilla shipwreck and Boca Catalina Bay, then enjoy a rope swing, spinning slide, wraps, fruit, music, and drinks. The crew, including names such as Frederick, Oscar, Rio, Jay, and Brandon, keeps the outing friendly and active.

“Great trip! Just wish we could have had more time at the ship wreck. So much fun! The swing and slide were a great touch!”

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Los Cabos Luxury Sunset Sail with Light Appetizers and Open Bar - El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and Divorce Beach
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Los Cabos Luxury Sunset Sail with Light Appetizers and Open Bar

4.Los Cabos Luxury Sunset Sail with Light Appetizers and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,267 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109Top rated

Set sail from San Jose del Cabo on a 50-foot boat for 2.5 hours of sunset views, unlimited drinks, and light appetizers. You’ll cruise past Lover’s Beach and El Arco with up to 16 people, served by a captain and crew such as Tito, Chino, Chava, or Aldo. Pickup is available for $10 per person.

“Carlo’s and Sebastian were fantastic. My husband has a hard time walking and they were so kind and caring. Unlimited drinks met that. Food was shared between couples but more than enough and good.”

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Oahu's Waikiki Coast: Moana’s Sunset Cocktail Sail - What the Moana Catamaran feels like underway
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Oahu’s Waikiki Coast: Moana’s Sunset Cocktail Sail

5.Oahu’s Waikiki Coast: Moana’s Sunset Cocktail Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,205 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Board the Hawaii-built Moana Catamaran at Kewalo Basin Harbor for a two-hour sunset sail along Waikiki and past Diamond Head. Your captain and crew serve a complimentary first drink from the premium bar, with more available for $8. Look for dolphins, and humpback whales from November through May. Shoes are collected before boarding.

“A really wonderful expierence, we did the VIP which we liked to board early and get the free drinks included. Lovely hosts and weather was amazing!”

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Barcelona: Midday or Sunset Sailing with Open Bar and Snacks - What the two-hour route feels like
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Barcelona: Midday or Sunset Sailing with Open Bar and Snacks

6.Midday or Sunset Sailing with Open Bar and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,044 reviews · 2 hours · from $33Best value

Set sail from Marina Port Vell on a two-hour shared or private cruise for up to 10 people. Your skipper and crew serve cava, wine, beer, soft drinks, and light snacks while you view Barcelona from offshore. Choose midday sunshine or sunset, and swim if sea conditions allow.

“The captain Victoria and the first mate Frederique did a great job on the boat and served us well with cold tapas. We loved that we were sailing, the engine was stopped after leaving the port and they set sails. The teenagers and a few of the group had a swim in open water. Between the guests we shared a good time all together. One of our best boat trips, highly recommendable!”

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Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch - Stop one: clear water and an easy introduction
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Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch

7.Premium Morning Snorkel Sail with Champagne Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,036 reviews · from $85

Meet at Pelican Pier at 9 a.m. for a four-hour catamaran sail with breakfast, lunch, mimosas, an open bar, and three snorkeling stops. Expect tropical fish, possible sea turtles, a shipwreck, and support from a lively crew. The third-lung system offers extra underwater time without a private charter price.

“Good excursion, good staff! We visited 3 spots (the ship, Tres Trapi and Boca Catalina). We enjoyed the 4h hour trip!”

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Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar - The coast and Palm Beach at twilight
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Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar

8.Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,024 reviews · from $92

Set sail from Piet’s Pier Bar at 5:30 pm for a two-hour Aruba sunset cruise aboard a spacious catamaran. Sip rum punch, beer, or tropical cocktails while the crew serves appetizers, plays local music, and keeps the mood light with stories and dancing. Crew members have included Junior, Brandon, Lizzie, Captain D, William, and Joshua.

“Amazing experience and would definitely do again. Staff was friendly and boat was amazing. Not too crowded”

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Key West Afternoon Snorkel Sail with Unlimited Cocktails! - Snorkeling over shallow coral reef
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Key West Afternoon Snorkel Sail with Unlimited Cocktails!

9.Key West Afternoon Snorkel Sail with Unlimited Cocktails!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,572 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Sail from Key West’s historic seaport aboard the 69-foot Marquesa to the Florida Reef, about 7.5 miles offshore. The crew supplies masks, fins, instruction, and safety guidance. Expect roughly 45 to 60 minutes in the water, then beer, wine, soft drinks, and cocktails on the ride home. Captain Brett has led some departures.

“The crew is great! They explained how to use the equipment and worked to make the experience a great one!”

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Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails - Two hours along Aruba’s northern coast
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Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

10.Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,488 reviews · from $84

Sail Aruba’s northern coast at sunset aboard a 40-foot trimaran from Palm Beach. A crew of up to 34 serves Aruba Ariba cocktails, spirits, soft drinks, and savory bites at your cushioned seat. Captain Martin, Shaka, Jose, and the bar crew keep the evening moving, with shaded seating and a short shuttle-boat transfer.

“Wonderful experience. Friendly, funny and attentive crew, the sunset was beautiful and the appetizers and drinks were yummy.”

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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks - Pickup from Thera and the run to Vlychada Port
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Santorini: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

11.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,452 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Spend five hours aboard a luxury catamaran from Vlychada, with hotel pickup, three swim stops, Red and White Beach views, the hot springs, volcano, and a BBQ at Mesa Pigadia. English and Greek crew members, including Maria and Neta on some departures, serve wine, soft drinks, and optional premium drinks.

“This is my second time on this tour, with the same company, and I still recommend them. Safe, fun, informative, with a great lunch and plenty of time to swim and relax while listening to music and coasting on the water.”

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Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch - Dia Island: clear water and limited time ashore
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Heraklion: Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

12.Sailboat Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,405 reviews · 1 hour - 390 minutes · from $35

Sail from Heraklion with an English-speaking crew to Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, fishing, lunch, and unlimited drinks. Shared trips include the meal, while private cruises let you add one. Stavroula, Dennis, and other crew members are praised for friendly, careful service. A one-hour coastal option skips Dia and water activities.

“Nice shorter activity 4 hr, Friendly crew! Good lunch with plenty of water and wine! Beautiful day! ❤️🥂”

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Lisbon: Champagne Sailing Tours - Under the 25 de Abril Bridge
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Lisbon: Champagne Sailing Tours

13.Champagne Sailing Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,366 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Join Nigel, Manuel, or another member of the Sailing with Nigel team aboard the 15-meter yacht Mara for a relaxed two-hour cruise from Doca de Santo Amaro. Sip Portuguese Champagne, wine, beer, or soft drinks, try the wheel under sail, and see Belém Tower, Christ the King, Alfama, and Lisbon’s waterfront from the Tagus.

“THIS WAS AMAZING. A SERIOUS MUST DO. I had the time of my life with my friend doing this sailing activity at sunset. It was BEAUTIFUL and the captain and skipper made it even better. They let us steer the boat, took pictures, didn’t let our glasses go empty, and were extremely funny and kind people. If you’re going to do anything in Lisbon, I would do this :)”

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Luxury Catamaran sailing with welcome Drinks Tapas Max10-12Person - The catamaran itself: space without a crowd
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Luxury Catamaran sailing with welcome Drinks Tapas Max10-12Person

14.Luxury Catamaran sailing with welcome Drinks Tapas Max10-12Person

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,339 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Sail from Palma’s La Lonja Marina on a four-hour catamaran limited to 10 to 12 people. You’ll get a welcome drink, homemade tapas, music, swimming, snorkeling, and SUP time in a sheltered bay. Crews have included Isaac, Linda, Rosie, Valentina, Stefan, Federico, and Christiane. Extra drinks cost more.

“This exceeded expectations! The small group was perfect, got welcome drinks and yummy food while being able to swim. The boat was incredible, the host and captain were great as well. Would highly recommend!”

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Lisbon Sunset Sailing Tour on Luxury Sailing Yacht with 2 Drinks - Starting at Doca de Belém
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Lisbon Sunset Sailing Tour on Luxury Sailing Yacht with 2 Drinks

15.Lisbon Sunset Sailing Tour on Luxury Sailing Yacht with 2 Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $61

Set out from Belém for a two-hour sunset sail on a 50 to 58-foot yacht with a captain and host. You’ll pass Belém Tower, the 25th of April Bridge, Alfama, and Commerce Square while enjoying two drinks and Portuguese cheese. Guides such as Sebastian and Tiago add lively stories in English and other languages.

“Very enjoyable. Knowledgeable and friendly captain. Kept us all informed on the sights and was very entertaining”

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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks - Hot springs near the volcano
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Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

Barcelona: Unique Sunset Sailing Tour with Tapas & Open Bar - Watching the skyline from Barceloneta to Montjuïc
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Barcelona: Unique Sunset Sailing Tour with Tapas & Open Bar

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