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The 15 Best Boat Trips with Swim Stops

103 tours  ·  from $11 a head

The difference between a cruise and a swim day is how long the engine stays off. These 15 are compared on the number of anchorages, how long each stop lasts and whether a ladder and snorkels come with it.

Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - Skradin and the river entrance to Krka
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

1.Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park and Primošten from Split. Ride a 30-minute river boat to Skradinski Buk, join an English-speaking guide such as Ante, Leo, or Gianna, then enjoy two hours for swimming, lunch, or old-town walks in Primošten. Entry tickets may be extra, depending on the option you choose.

“it was very nice lovely views and walk around. steep steps in one part. great day.”

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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim - Two Stops, With Some Flexibility Built In
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Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

2.Palma de Mallorca: 5-Hour Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,957 reviews · 5 hours · from $69

Spend five hours aboard Magic Catamarans from Palma, with two swimming stops near Portals Vells or Cala Vella, snorkeling, a barbecue buffet, drinks, music, and views of the coast. Choose a 10 AM or 3:30 PM departure. Captain Perez and the crew have earned praise for keeping the mood friendly and well organized.

“Everything about this tour was excellent Snorkeling was great ! The captain and his crew were wonderful ! The female crew member even got my husband dancing ! The food and wine was very enjoyable, Will recommend this tour to all my friends, Thank You 😀”

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Malta: Gozo, Comino & Blue Lagoon Cruise - swim & sightsee - Boarding early at Hornblower Cruises Malta
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Malta: Gozo, Comino & Blue Lagoon Cruise – swim & sightsee

3.Malta: Gozo, Comino & Blue Lagoon Cruise – swim & sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,564 reviews · 7 hours · from $28

Spend seven hours aboard Hornblower Cruises with Captain Kevin and his crew, touring Malta’s northern coast, Comino’s caves, the Blue Lagoon, and Gozo. Swim from the boat, use the 10-meter waterslide, enjoy a pineapple cocktail, then choose a €5 shuttle to Victoria or explore Gozo independently.

“+ great place on lagoon + wonderful playlist on deck + time to see comino a little -awful seatings - not good toilets - overall look of boat”

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Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h - Cala Comte: famous water and busy sand
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Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h

4.Ibiza Beach Hopping Cruise with Paddleboards, Drinks and Food 6h

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,588 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Spend six hours aboard Float Your Boat’s triple-decker catamaran from San Antonio, stopping at Cala Comte, Cala Bassa, and a swim area for snorkeling, paddleboards, slides, and floating mats. Food, beer, sangria, wine, soft drinks, and water are included. Kelly is a useful contact if weather or meeting-point details change.

“Fantastic trip! We had the best day, well organised and safe, great drinks, lunch and the paddle boarding and snorkelling was fabulous. Thanks for a great day!”

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Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran - What the Blue Lagoon stop is really like
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Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

5.Malta: Blue Lagoon, Beaches & Bays Trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,496 reviews · from $62

Spend six hours aboard a modern sailing catamaran from Sirens Quay in St Paul’s Bay. Swim at the Blue Lagoon, visit one or two other bays when conditions allow, listen to music, and buy drinks or an optional barbecue onboard. This is a lively adults-and-teens boat day, not a quiet sightseeing cruise.

“The activity was amazing and so were the crew on the boat…. I’m not sure if I have his name spell correctly but Neil was the BEST you definitely need him on every TRIP ! He made sure everyone was well looked after !! He’s no1 🥳🥳”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming - The boat cruise between Krka and Skradin
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

6.From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $32

Spend about 10 hours exploring Krka National Park and Skradin from Split. You’ll ride an air-conditioned vehicle, cruise by boat, walk easy park boardwalks, and swim near the Krka River. Guides such as Lovro, Gabriella, Richard, Ivana, and Ela are known for clear information and smooth group management. Park entry costs extra and must be paid in cash.

“The waterfalls are amazing. Ivana, our guide was really knowledgeable and made our experience even more enjoyable”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming - The ethno-village and a slower look at local life
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

7.From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,913 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park from Split, with an English-speaking guide such as Sanja, Luka, Gabriella, or Lovro. Visit Skradinski Buk, an ethno-village, and the historic Jaruga hydroelectric plant, then take a panoramic boat to Skradin for lunch, a fortress walk, or a swim where the river meets the sea.

“The activity was very well planned and spaced out. The bus ride was very smooth and comfortable and our guide Sanja was the highlight of the trip. Her sense of humour and knowledge of all the places we visited was really good. She has a very pleasant demeanour and kept us entertained through the tour with her jokes and anecdotes. Sanja gave us good recommendations on places to eat and must try local delicacies. She made an effort to interact with every single member of the group and gave us good tips for even the remainder of our trip. Overall she was an excellent guide and made the activity completely…”

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Ibiza: Beach Hopping Cruise w/ Paddleboard, Food, & Drinks - Starting at Float Ibiza in San Antonio
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Ibiza: Beach Hopping Cruise w/ Paddleboard, Food, & Drinks

8.Ibiza: Beach Hopping Cruise w/ Paddleboard, Food, & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,224 reviews · 6 hours · from $81

Spend six hours aboard Float Ibiza’s beach cruise from San Antonio, stopping at Cala Bassa, Cala Tarida, and Cala Comte. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and use the floating mats while guides such as Johnny keep the day moving. Food, soft drinks, beer, sangria, and cava are included, with a four-drink limit on sunset trips.

“Solo traveler. felt very safe and made friends along the way. Great easy , go with the flow boat, 6 hours fly by. open bar, always food available. You just walk of the boat next to the beach, Johny was great guide and had a kayak to help us with the paddles. would recommend”

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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop - Leaving Agios Nikolaos at 12:30pm
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Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

9.Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,031 reviews · 4h 30m · from $29

Spend five hours cruising Mirabello Bay from Agios Nikolaos, with a 30-minute swim stop in clear Kolokitha Bay and 90 minutes on Spinalonga. An English or Dutch guide leads the island visit, while French and German audio guides are available. The boat has a bar, restaurant, lounge, and toilets. Bring €20 for island entry.

“Lovely day trip to Spinalonga! Lots of facilities on the boat, bar, restaurant, 12 toilets, lifejackets and even a lifeguard when we stopped for a swim. And how LOVELY the swim was. Stopped outside Kolokitha beach with the boat for a swim in the CLEAREST, BLUEST and SALTIEST waters! Once we arrived to Spinalonga we had an English guide explaining the history of the island. The walk around the island took 15 minutes and consists of ruins and lovely views of surrounding Cretan villages. Just note that the entrance to the island is 20€ and in retrospect we would’ve much rather stayed outside and gone for a swim. We didn’t…”

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Palma: Catamaran Cruise with Swimming and Snorkelling - The ride across Palma Bay
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Palma: Catamaran Cruise with Swimming and Snorkelling

10.Palma: Catamaran Cruise with Swimming and Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,859 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $47

Spend 2 to 4 hours on a spacious catamaran from Playa de l’Arenal, cruising toward Cap Enderrocat and Cala Vella. You’ll have time to swim, sunbathe, and snorkel with provided equipment. Choose the BBQ option for pasta salad, local bread, and one water, beer, or sangria. Expect music, a relaxed crew, and no hotel transfer.

“so fun! i’m a big swimmer so being able to anchor out and swim was definitely the highlight for me, and the boat ride back to mallorca with fun music was iconic during the sunset”

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Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party, Djs, Swim, Shots & AfterParty - The first 80 minutes at sea
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Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party, Djs, Swim, Shots & AfterParty

11.Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party, Djs, Swim, Shots & AfterParty

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,784 reviews · 6 hours · from $47

Meet the Tipsea Split crew at Inbox Bar, board a party boat, swim at the Blue Lagoon, and dance to local and international DJs. A welcome shot, sunset views, a slide, and free Olife Beach Club entry are included. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a towel. The boat is for adults only and may visit another swim spot if weather turns rough.

“Water slide was the best. 10/10 must do. Super friendly staff”

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal - Three and a half hours in Dia’s protected waters
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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

12.Dia Island Sailboat Cruise with Swimming and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,579 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $95

Sail from Heraklion’s Old Venetian Harbour to Dia Island aboard a yacht limited to 14 people. Captain Petros and crew members such as Sofia, Giannis, Mariana, and Manos provide English guidance, water equipment, a Mediterranean meal, and unlimited drinks. Choose a morning swim or an afternoon cruise with golden sunset light.

“This was a top notch experience: I strongly recommend this sunset boat trip!”

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Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour - Green caves, a canyon, and short water adventures
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Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

13.Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

From Dubrovnik, a skipper takes you past the Old Town walls and Lovrijenac Fortress to Kolocep’s Blue Cave, several green caves, and Lopud’s shallow, sandy Šunj Beach. Swim access is required at the Blue Cave. Snorkel gear, noodles, water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and grappa are included. Groups can reach 18 people.

“We had an amazing time on this tour! Marco has such a good personality and he's very funny. He's really the perfect person for this!! He's knowledgeable about the waters and kept us safe. He was a very kind and helpful with any questions or concerns that we had. The tour was fun, but I recommend Marco as your guide. He made it perfect.”

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Menorca: Coves and Beaches Boat Trip w/ optional Paella - Two ways to see Menorca from the water
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Menorca: Coves and Beaches Boat Trip w/ optional Paella

14.Menorca: Coves and Beaches Boat Trip w/ optional Paella

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,220 reviews · 210 minutes - 7 hours · from $47

Sail from Ciutadella’s old port along Menorca’s south coast, with beach stops at Son Saura and Cala Turqueta, views of Macarella and Macarelleta, swimming, snorkeling, and an optional chicken and seafood paella lunch. Choose the 3.5-hour cruise or the fuller 7-hour outing.

“Great time seeing all the beautiful places around Menorca. The boat was packed. The staff had zero interaction with the passengers. Lunch was fine. The true highlight are the calas & beaches.”

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Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks - Boarding near Dubrovnik’s bus station
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Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

15.Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,206 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Join an English- or Croatian-speaking skipper for a four-hour shared speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue and Three Green Caves, followed by 90 minutes at sandy Šunj Beach. Drinks and snorkeling gear are included. Guides such as Mark, Erik, Anthony, Dominic, and Roko are often assigned to different boats.

“Anthony as an incredible skipper and took great care of us! The Blue Caves are incredible and loves exploring them. Only caution I would give is if the seas are rough make sure to sit in the back of the boat.”

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Athens: Islands Swimming Day Cruise. DJ, Lunch & Drinks inc. - Agistri gives you the best choice of activities
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Athens: Islands Swimming Day Cruise. DJ, Lunch & Drinks inc.

18★ 4.6Islands Swimming Day Cruise. DJ, Lunch & Drinks inc.From $1291,887 reviews

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