The World’s 15 Best Catamaran & Yacht Harbour Cruises

1.Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 547 reviews · from $99Our pick

Meet at Marlin Marina at 6:00 pm for a calm-water evening cruise aboard the Spirit of Cairns. Enjoy a complimentary sparkling wine, beer, or soft drink, then cruise past Cairns waterfront and Trinity Inlet while dining from a hot and cold buffet with seafood and local produce. Live music, open decks, and air-conditioned seating round out the night.

“This was a beautiful and relaxing rhe food was awsome and sitting on the deck wating the lights of Cairns was magical. Would highly recommend and will be going again”

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2.Dubai Marina Yacht Tour: Ain Wheel, JBR & Harbour in 1 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 151 reviews · from $22

Spend one hour on a spacious yacht cruising Dubai Marina, with clear views of JBR, the skyline, and Ain Dubai Ferris wheel. You get water, tropical drinks, an open-air deck, and a virtual guide. The English-language experience has no live commentary, so it suits independent sightseeing more than guided touring.

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3.JFarwell Adventure Yacht Sailing in the Halifax Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82Top rated

Spend about 90 minutes sailing Halifax Harbour with J Farwell Sailing Tours. Captains such as Jeff, Ryan, and Frankie invite you to help raise the mainsail and jib, assist with tacks, or take the helm. The yacht carries up to 12 people, with Nova Scotia wine, beer, and spirits available for purchase.

“There wasn’t much wind for sailing, so we motored around the harbor. But it was a beautiful day and the crew did the best they could under the circumstances.”

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4.Dubai Marina luxury Yacht Tour: AinDubai,JBR &Harbour(1Hour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 89 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

Splash Tours UAE takes you on a one-hour shared yacht cruise from Dubai Marina. An English-speaking guide and virtual guide accompany the route past Marina, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, and JBR. You get open-air views, Wi-Fi, tropical drinks and water, but food is not included and the boat may feel more comfortable than truly luxurious.

“C’était génial. Les personnels à bord étaient agréable.”

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5.Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Catamaran Cruise with BYO Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $42

Join Sea Sydney Harbour aboard the 35-foot catamaran Kirralee for a 90-minute Vivid Sydney cruise from Pier 2, Walsh Bay. You’ll pass the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Circular Quay, gardens, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, and Luna Park. Bring your own alcohol with no corkage fee, enjoy antipasto and a soft drink, and watch the lights from a small boat limited to 26 people.

“The experience was amazing. We can recommend the cruise to everyone. The crew was very professional and friendly. Thank you. We had great time.”

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6.Private BYOB Afternoon Harbor Sail On 50ft Sailing Yacht Fate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Spend two to four hours aboard Fate, a private 50-foot sailing yacht for up to six people. Captain Scott, Will, Adam, and first mates Sam or Monique may guide your cruise past the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, and possibly Fort Sumter. Soft drinks and water are included, and you can bring your own alcohol.

“The Sailboat is absolutely beautiful and perfect for a sail around the harbor. Captain Will & First mate Sam were great hosts and super knowledgeable! They made the trip that much more enjoyable... Highly recommend...”

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7.Table Bay Cruise by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 1 hour · from $19

Join Wild Horizons Waterfront Adventures aboard the 39-foot Escape Cat for a one-hour English-language sail from Cape Town’s waterfront. Sit on the forward trampolines, relax under cover near the captain, watch for seals, dolphins, penguins, or jellyfish, and buy cold drinks from the onboard cash bar.

“I had a bunch of fun, there was just a issue with the times and the booking but star camera people”

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8.Luxury Catamaran Private Tour Baltimore Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $107

Join Captain Shane aboard the 38-foot Lady Tiffany, a private sailing catamaran leaving Lighthouse Point Marina. Over about two hours, you’ll cruise Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, pass the National Aquarium and Fells Point, and look for sunset views near a historic national monument. Bring your group, enjoy the roomy deck, and use the onboard restroom.

“Great Boat, Loved It! I would most definitely book again. Thanks for the experience.”

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9.Sailing Yacht Cruise of Toronto Harbor and Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $138

You’ll spend two or three hours aboard a 41-foot sailing yacht with an English-speaking captain and crew. Sail past the Toronto Islands and Tommy Thompson Park, learn basic sailing if you wish, or relax on deck. Choose a shared or private cruise, with day and sunset departures.

“Another great tour with Captain JC (this time I got the name right). Perfect conditions for a fantastic Sunday afternoon sailing experience. Fastest boat on the lake … 🥳”

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10.Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $161

Meet your skipper at Manly Ferry Terminal for a private three-hour sail aboard Southwinds, a classic 1950s double-masted yacht. Learn basic sailing, take the helm if conditions allow, bring a picnic or drinks, and cruise past Watsons Bay, Taronga Zoo, the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Luna Park.

“Our sail aboard Manly Sailing’s Southwinds was a highlight of our trip to Sydney. Captain Finn and crew Hannah and Olivia gave us the opportunity to see this fabulous city from the unique vantage point of a classic 1950’s double-masted Read more”

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11.Torrevieja: Tour the harbor with the catamaran Apaleo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 hour · from $33

Join captain Antonio and the crew aboard the Apaleo at Marina Salinas, Pier F9. In one hour, you will pass Torrevieja’s submarine museum, fishing port, yacht harbor, Habaneras sculpture, city beach, and salt loading station before reaching open water. Toilets and changing rooms are included.

“Fantastic experience! Antonio was very knowledgeable. Don't hesitate to book this boat trip. Antonio made the experience & my daughter is still talking about the submarine. Highly recommend!”

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12.Sydney Harbour Highlights & Aussie Bites Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $35

Board a 10.5 metre catamaran at Man O War Steps beside the Sydney Opera House for a one-hour harbour loop. You will pass the Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Luna Park, Barangaroo, and Darling Harbour while enjoying Aussie snacks and one soft drink, juice, or water. Skipper Frank has received warm praise for his friendly service.

“Great Crew. The drinks and the appetizers were great. We had perfect weather and it was a beautiful skyline. Plenty of opportunities to take great pictures of the harbor, the famous bring and opera house. The Captain of the boat also shareRead more”

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13.Private Sunset Harbor Tour 20 passenger party Yacht Kismet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from 17 Lockwood Drive aboard the private Yacht Kismet for a two to four hour Charleston harbor cruise. Your crew may include Captain Scott, Hailey, Quent, Monique, or Sam. Expect sunset views, local history, dolphins, music, drinks, a restroom, and rafts or water hammocks in summer.

“We had a company event on sunset cruise. Quient & Monique were amazing tour guides. Provided lots of information and we also saw dolphins! Thanks so much !”

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14.Maalaea Harbor: Sunset Sail on a Charming Hawaiin Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $129

Join the crew of Winona at Maalaea Harbor for a two-hour sunset sail with Hawaiian pupu, island-style music, and an open bar serving local beer, seltzers, and Hawaiian cocktails. From December through April, keep watch for whales and spinner dolphins. Check-in is at 4 p.m.

“I loved being on the boat on the ocean. The crew were so nice and efficient. They did a great job on the meal. And bonus, we saw the sunset!”

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15.San Diego Harbor Cruise: 2.5 hour Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5 reviews · 2h 30m · from $60

Start at 2700 Shelter Island Drive for a 2.5-hour cruise aboard Triton Charters’ 75-foot catamaran. You’ll have plentiful seating, front bean bag chairs, two small bathrooms, a 13-seat bar, a dance floor, and a captain, crew, and bartender on board. Drinks and food cost extra.

“War in Ordnung soweit. Es wurde sehr viel Alcohol konsumiert. Hat allerdings nichts mit der Besatzung zu tun. Fand 2.5 Stunden zu lang. Ansonsten soweit ok”

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