All included Private Boat Half Day. Denia and Javea coast.

The best part of this private boat trip is the freedom to spend a Mediterranean morning or afternoon exactly as your group likes. From Marina El Portet de Dénia, you pass Cova Tallada and Cape San Antonio, then reach the coves around Jávea, with time to swim, snorkel, paddle, or simply stretch out under the sun.

I like the small private group of up to nine, which feels far more personal than a packed sightseeing cruise. I also like that the SeaScooter, paddleboard, masks, and floating mat are included, so the water stops are not just quick photo breaks. The main consideration is the fixed four-hour schedule: it gives you a good taste of the coast, but not enough time to linger everywhere.

Key points to know

• Cala Blanca and Portichol Island provide the main swimming time, with clear water and room for the included water equipment.
• Ricky and Mike are named skippers associated with the trips, and both have received especially warm praise for safety, friendliness, and choosing good swimming spots.
• Lis handles the pre-trip communication, useful for meeting instructions and planning what to bring.
• The €648 price covers up to nine people, making the cost more attractive when shared by a full family or friend group.
• The boat has shade and comfort features, including a Bimini top, sun deck, freshwater shower, cabin storage, cooler box, and Bluetooth audio.
• A €100 security deposit is temporarily blocked, then returned at the end of the outing if everything is in order.

Leaving Marina El Portet de Dénia on a 200 HP boat

You meet at dock number 8 at Marina El Portet de Dénia. The operator asks you to call the supplied phone number when you arrive, so keep it handy rather than assuming the marina will direct you to the right boat.

The vessel is a premium open boat with a 200 HP Yamaha engine. That tells you this is designed for moving efficiently along the coast, not for a slow harbor cruise. You get a spacious sun deck, a Bimini top for shade, and room for a maximum of nine people. A small cabin gives you somewhere to store belongings, although you should still keep valuables secure and bring only what you need.

The practical comfort features matter during four hours on the water. A freshwater shower lets you rinse off salt, while the Bluetooth sound system lets your group choose the mood. The cooler box is supplied, but ice is not included, so plan for that separately if you want cold drinks.

You can bring your own food and drinks onboard. That makes the trip feel more like a private outing than a packaged excursion, and it is useful if your group has children, dietary needs, or a preferred picnic. The boat’s final cleaning and full insurance are included in the price.

Passing Cova Tallada and Cape San Antonio

The first part of the route takes you along the coast toward Cova Tallada and Cape San Antonio. These places are passed from the boat rather than treated as land stops, so you should not book this expecting a cave walk or a hiking excursion.

This section is about seeing the coast from the water. Cape San Antonio forms part of the Cabo de San Antonio Natural Reserve, and the route gives you changing views of rocky shorelines, sea caves, and the open Mediterranean. The boat lets you appreciate coastal features that are difficult to understand from inland roads.

The skipper controls the pace and route, with flexibility to choose suitable places for swimming. That flexibility was one of the most praised parts of the service. Ricky was described as attentive and relaxed, while Mike was praised for taking people to attractive spots and helping them explore above and below the water.

You should keep expectations sensible here. The exact order and amount of time at each point can change with conditions and the group’s preferences. The activity promises the route and swimming areas, but it does not promise a fixed number of minutes at each cove.

Reaching Jávea and Cala Blanca

The boat continues toward Jávea, passing some of the area’s best-known coves before stopping at Cala Blanca for swimming. This is where the outing shifts from coastal sightseeing to hands-on water time.

You can use the snorkel masks to look for marine life, paddle around on the stand-up paddleboard, or try the SeaScooter. The equipment is included for the group, which saves you from renting each item separately and means you can switch activities without arranging another provider.

A SeaScooter adds a playful element, particularly for people who want to move through the water with less effort than swimming alone. It is not a substitute for a proper guided underwater excursion, but it gives you another way to explore near the boat. The paddleboard suits someone who would rather stay above the water, while the water mat works well for relaxed floating.

The water equipment is a strong reason to choose this trip over a basic boat ride. A standard cruise may give you a view of the coves, but here you have several ways to use them. If your group includes people with very different ideas of fun, that variety helps.

Portichol Island for swimming and a longer pause

The route then reaches Isla del Portichol, where the itinerary allows a break and more swimming. This is likely to be the most flexible part of the trip, since your group can decide how much time to spend in the water or on the boat.

Portichol Island is surrounded by clear water and rocky coastal scenery. From the boat, you can use the snorkel masks, paddleboard, SeaScooter, or water mat without needing to carry equipment down a beach. The freshwater shower becomes especially useful after repeated swims.

The boat’s sun deck gives non-swimmers somewhere comfortable to relax. The Bimini top provides shade, which is important in strong Mediterranean sun, especially for children and anyone who does not want four hours of direct exposure. You can also play music through the Bluetooth system, though your group should keep the volume considerate if other boats are nearby.

One review described Mike joining the group in the water and showing them caves known locally. That sort of help can make a real difference, but it should be treated as a possible benefit of the skipper rather than a guaranteed guided underwater tour. The official activity includes a local skipper and the equipment, not a separate marine biology guide.

What the skipper and support team add

A private boat is only as good as the person handling it. Here, the named skippers include Ricky and Mike. Ricky received especially strong praise for keeping a group comfortable and for being considerate toward someone prone to motion sickness. That is useful information if anyone in your party is worried about feeling unwell at sea.

Mike was praised for safe driving, a friendly manner, and helping people see interesting places in and around the coves. These details point to the value of a local skipper who can adjust the outing rather than simply follow a rigid route.

Lis handles the communication before the boat trip. Clear contact before departure is valuable because marinas can be confusing, and the meeting point is specific: dock number 8. You should contact the operator on arrival as instructed, and confirm any questions before the day of departure.

The available languages are English, German, and Spanish. That gives mixed-language groups a useful choice and should make practical instructions easier to follow.

Is the $648 group price good value?

The listed cost is $648 for a private group of up to nine people. If nine people join, that works out to about $72 per person before any separate cost for ice. Even with a smaller group, you are paying for a private four-hour boat, skipper, fuel, insurance, cleaning, and several water activities rather than a seat on a shared cruise.

The value is strongest for families or friends who would otherwise book multiple activities. The SeaScooter, paddleboard, masks, and mat are all included, as are fuel and the professional skipper. You do not need to manage the boat yourself, and you can bring food and drinks onboard.

For two people, the total price is a much bigger commitment. A couple looking only for a short scenic cruise may find a shared boat more economical. For six to nine people who want privacy and active swimming stops, the price makes more sense.

Remember the €100 security deposit. It is temporarily blocked and returned at the end of the trip, assuming the equipment and boat are left in proper condition. Ice is the one clearly listed extra, so arrange that if chilled drinks matter to you.

Who will enjoy this outing most?

I would choose this experience for a group that wants several things in one booking: coastal views, swimming, simple water sports, music, shade, and a private skipper. It suits families, couples traveling with friends, and groups of up to nine who prefer their own schedule.

It is also a good match for people who do not want to rent a boat themselves. The skipper handles navigation and safety while you decide when to swim or relax. If someone in your party is nervous about the sea, Ricky’s reported care with motion sickness is a helpful sign, though no boat trip can guarantee perfect comfort for everyone.

This is less suitable if you want a long shore visit, a land-based walk, or a formal guided tour of Cova Tallada. Those places are passed from the water. The four-hour duration also means you need to accept some limits: the boat covers a broad stretch from Dénia to Jávea, but you cannot linger at every cove for a long time.

Practical details before you book

The trip lasts four hours, with starting times based on availability. Since the activity is private, the exact feel of the day depends on your group. You can bring food and drinks, but plan for ice because the supplied cooler box does not include it.

Wear swimwear and bring sun protection. A hat, towel, and a dry change of clothes are sensible for any boat outing, though these items are not specifically listed as included. Keep phones and cameras protected from spray, and avoid bringing more luggage than the small cabin can comfortably hold.

The meeting point is Marina El Portet de Dénia, dock number 8. Call the operator at +34 659 92 46 97 or +49 173 4932890 as instructed when you arrive. The operator offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure and allows you to reserve now and pay later.

The activity has a rating of 5 from 35 reviews, with repeated praise for communication, clean and comfortable boat conditions, careful skippers, and the quality of the swimming stops. One group even encountered a floating cocktail bar, but that was an unexpected event, not part of the promised service.

Should you book this private Dénia boat trip?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and you want active time in the water rather than a purely scenic ride. The combination of a private boat, flexible skipper, Cala Blanca and Portichol stops, and included water gear gives you plenty to do in four hours.

I would be more cautious if your main goal is to visit caves on foot, spend a full day at one beach, or keep costs low for only one or two people. For everyone else, this is a well-equipped way to see the Dénia and Jávea coast without packing your day around a crowded group schedule.

FAQ

How long is the boat trip?

The experience lasts four hours.

Where does the boat leave from?

It departs from Marina El Portet de Dénia, at dock number 8.

How many people can join the private boat?

The boat accommodates a maximum of nine people.

Is a skipper included?

Yes. A professional local skipper is included.

Is fuel included in the price?

Yes. Fuel is included in the half-day boat rental.

What water equipment is provided?

The boat includes an Asiwo Manta SeaScooter, snorkel masks, a stand-up paddleboard, and a water mat.

Are food and drinks allowed onboard?

Yes. You can bring food and drinks onboard.

Is ice included with the cooler box?

No. The cooler box is included, but ice is not.

What languages are available?

The activity is offered in English, German, and Spanish.