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Sail the Strait of Gibraltar from Tarifa

Between Africa and Europe, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea: 3-hour sailing trips with anchorage, snorkelling, homemade tapas and unforgettable sunsets. A family business with professional skippers and 25 years of experience on the Strait.

Booking directly with us guarantees you the best price and a more personal experience.

  • 25 years of experience
  • Professional skipper
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h
  • 5.0 · 148 reviews on Google
  • Small groups

Experiences

Our experiences

'Mar Mediterráneo · Tarifa' sign overlooking a turquoise cove, a sailboat in the distance3 h

Sailing, Snorkel, Tapas & Drinks

3 h19ES · EN · FR

€95 per person

3-hour sailing trip with anchorage, snorkelling, tapas and drinks. Pick morning, afternoon or sunset.

  • Professional skipper
  • Homemade tapas: Spanish omelette, chistorra, ham, cheese and olives
  • Cold drinks
Group enjoying the trip aboard the sailboat with the skipper at the helm, under the bimini3 h

Private Sailing Charter in Tarifa

3 h16ES · EN · FR

600 €, private group

The whole boat just for your group: 3 private hours with tapas, snorkelling and sunset included. Maximum 6 people.

  • Whole boat exclusively for your group
  • Professional skipper
  • Homemade tapas and cold drinks
Sailboat passing the Sagrado Corazón monument at the mouth of Tarifa harbour, with the mountains of Morocco behind3 h

Sailing Initiation

3 h13ES · EN · FR

€200

Your first step into the world of sailing: a private 3-hour session, no experience required.

  • Fully private session
  • Personalised instruction from an experienced skipper
  • Fundamentals: sails, wind, steering and crew

Expeditions

Special expeditions

Two dolphins swimming alongside the bow of the boat in the Bay of Algeciras3.5 h

Dolphin Watching in the Bay of Algeciras

3.5 h16ES · EN · FR

€110 per person

Sail the Bay of Algeciras alongside giant merchant ships and a resident dolphin colony, with tapas and drinks on board. 3.5 hours from Real Club Náutico de Algeciras.

  • Professional skipper
  • Tapas: Spanish omelette, ham, cheese and olives
  • Cold drinks

On board

Real moments on board

Photos shared by our guests

  • A couple enjoying homemade tortilla, tapas and cold beers aboard the sailboat in Tarifa harbour
  • A mother and her toddler in lifejackets sharing homemade tortilla on board under a blue sky
  • Two guests smiling on deck with the big cargo ships of the Strait of Gibraltar and the Rock behind
  • Three guests snorkelling in turquoise water beside a buoy, the coastline in the distance
  • A group of guests and the skipper pose for a selfie at Tarifa marina at golden hour
  • Three friends laughing on the sailboat deck on a sunny day out on the Strait

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Celebrations

Got something to celebrate?

Hen parties, birthdays, anniversaries: the whole sailboat for your group with skipper, tapas and drinks. Clear price: €600.

Discover celebrations

Looking for a gift? We also have gift cards.

Gallery

The experience in pictures

Photography: Ben Welsh

'Mar Mediterráneo · Tarifa' sign overlooking a turquoise cove, a sailboat in the distance
The sailboat under sail off Tarifa's rocky shoreline
Sandy cove next to Tarifa's old town with a sailboat anchored in crystal-clear water
Aerial view of Tarifa's turquoise sea with a sailboat and two paddleboarders
Aerial view of the sailboat passing Isla de las Palomas and its lighthouse

Google

What our guests say on Google

Customer photos on Google Maps

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★★★★★
Sailing from the marina is one of the things that makes us look forward to a low wind day here. Whether you go for lessons, an excursion, or even a weekend sail to Ceuta, Fernando is a wonderful capta…

Iona Seligman

a month ago

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★★★★★
We had an amazing time sailing with Fernando! The captain was friendly, experienced, and clearly knew the region inside out, making our trip both safe and unforgettable. Highly recommend for anyone lo…

Kelly Hosman

a month ago

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★★★★★
We had a fantastic sailing experience set up by Fernando and sailing with Captain Marc, who was extremely nice and had a lifetime of experience sailing. He is from Spain but his English was perfect an…

Bert Boyer

a month ago

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★★★★★
We can’t image a better short trip. Marc was the perfect guide and host—a knowledgeable and obviously skilful seaman, well-travelled and a great cook! The food was excellent. We relaxed, learned about…

Julie Arnold

2 months ago

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★★★★★
We booked the tour the day of and we had an amazing time. Marc was very friendly and professional, he taught us a lot about Tarifa and the oceans. We also got to help out with the sails which was a ve…

Lola Parsons

2 months ago

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Location

Where we are

Tarifa Sailing Experiences

Puerto Deportivo de Tarifa, Pantalán 1

11380 Tarifa, Cádiz

ES

Meeting point: Pontoon 1, berth 17, Puerto Deportivo de Tarifa

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