The Lagoon 380 is the only sailing catamaran in our Marbella fleet — an 11.6-metre twin-hull built for 10 guests, departing Puerto Banús alongside our 16 motor yachts and speedboats. If you want to actually sail the Costa del Sol rather than burn diesel across it, this is the boat. The rest of our Marbella charter fleet is fast, glossy, and engine-powered; the Lagoon 380 is slower, quieter, and arguably more interesting.
Why a catamaran is different — and why it matters here
A monohull leans. That's not a flaw, it's physics — wind pushes the sails, the keel resists, and the boat heels over to balance the forces. On a Pershing 46 or an Azimut 39 you don't notice because the engines do the work and the boat sits flat. But on a single-hulled sailboat, 15 knots of breeze means a 15-degree lean and drinks sliding off the table.
The Lagoon 380 solves that with two hulls and a 6.5-metre beam. Under sail in the same 15 knots, it heels maybe two or three degrees. Glasses stay upright. Kids can walk around. Anyone who's been put off sailing by a tippy dinghy as a teenager discovers that catamarans are an entirely different experience.
The numbers that matter
| Spec | Lagoon 380 | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 11.6 m | Comfortable in Puerto Banús berths, easy to manoeuvre |
| Beam | 6.5 m | Roughly double a monohull of the same length — huge deck space |
| Passengers | 10 | Group cap for day charters from Marbella |
| Cabins | 4 doubles + saloon | Sleeps 8 if you want a multi-day trip |
| Cruise speed | 6-8 kts sail / 7 kts motor | Slower than our Pershing 46 by design |
| Departure | Puerto Banús | Same marina as the rest of our fleet |
Who the Lagoon 380 is for
Families with mixed ages. Groups where someone gets seasick. Sailors who actually want to sail. Photographers who want a stable platform. Anyone who prefers a relaxed seven-knot cruise with the engines off to a 30-knot dash with diesel rumbling underneath. If your priority is showing up at a beach club in something that turns heads, the Ferretti 94 or Canados 86 are the better choice. If you want to actually be on the water for the water's sake, the cat wins.
Deck layout and space
This is where catamarans really separate from monohulls. The Lagoon 380's foredeck has trampoline nets between the hulls — the single best lounging spot at sea, especially under sail when water rushes beneath you a metre below. The cockpit seats 8 around a table for lunch. There are two bathing platforms at the stern, one per hull, which means swim access without queuing. Roughly 70 square metres of usable deck on an 11.6-metre boat is space you simply don't get on a monohull until you're up at 18-20 metres.
Where we sail her
Most half-day charters head west from Puerto Banús — past the Golden Mile, out to Río Verde, and on towards Estepona. Wind on the Costa del Sol is usually westerly or south-westerly in the afternoon, so going west means you motor out and sail back, or vice versa depending on timing. East takes you past Marbella Marina and on to Cabopino (about 12 nautical miles), with good anchorages along the way. Full-day charters can reach Sotogrande or anchor off Cala del Faro for a long lunch. The skipper decides based on the actual wind that day — that's the catch and the charm of sail.
What's included on a Lagoon 380 charter
- Licensed skipper — we don't bareboat in Marbella, the boat always comes with a qualified captain
- Fuel — including when the engines are running
- Drinks — water, soft drinks, beer, white wine, cava
- Light snacks — crisps, olives, fruit; substantial food is BYO or pre-order
- Safety equipment — life jackets, flares, first aid
- Insurance and IVA (21%) — all in, no extras at the dock
Sailing is not an upcharge. Some operators charge extra to actually use the sails — we don't.
Pricing — and why we quote on request
Catamaran pricing in Marbella moves with the season more than our monohull rates do, partly because demand spikes hard in July-August and partly because cat availability is genuinely limited (we have one). For reference, our Tier A monohulls start at €749 for 2 hours and €2,299 for an 8-hour day, drinks and IVA included. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, group size, and preferred duration and we'll quote the Lagoon 380 against those reference points.
Booking and lead time
Because it's the only catamaran we operate, the Lagoon 380 books out earlier than most boats in the fleet. For July and August dates we recommend booking 3-4 weeks ahead. May, June, September and October are usually available with a week's notice. Off-season (November-April) is bookable last-minute but weather-dependent — we won't put you to sea in a winter storm and will reschedule rather than cancel.
Frequently asked questions
What makes the Lagoon 380 different from the other boats in your Marbella fleet?
Every other boat in our fleet is a motor yacht or speedboat with a single hull. The Lagoon 380 is a sailing catamaran with two hulls connected by a wide deck. That gives you almost no heeling under sail, twice the lounging space of a similar-length monohull, and the option to switch off the engines and travel by wind power alone — something no other boat we offer can do.
How many people can the Lagoon 380 carry on a Marbella day charter?
The Lagoon 380 is licensed for 10 passengers plus the skipper on day charters from Puerto Banús. With four double cabins below and a saloon, it can sleep 8 overnight, but day trips are where it shines: 10 adults spread comfortably across the foredeck nets, the cockpit, and the bathing platforms without anyone feeling cramped.
Is a catamaran better than a motor yacht for seasickness?
Yes, materially. Catamarans don't roll side-to-side the way monohulls do because two hulls plant the boat on the water like a table on two legs. On the typical Marbella swell — 0.5 to 1m on a normal day — the Lagoon 380 stays remarkably flat. Guests who get queasy on a Pershing 46 or a speedboat usually have no problems on the cat.
How fast does the Lagoon 380 go compared to your motor yachts?
The Lagoon 380 cruises at 6-8 knots under sail and around 7 knots under twin diesel power. That's deliberately slower than our Pershing 46 (28+ kts) or Mangusta 80 (30+ kts). You trade speed for stability, silence, and the experience of actually sailing — most guests find that's exactly the point.
Where can the Lagoon 380 take us from Puerto Banús?
Typical day routes head west to Estepona (10 NM) or east past the Golden Mile to Cabopino (12 NM). On a full-day charter you can reach Sotogrande (20 NM west) or anchor for lunch off Cala del Faro. The skipper picks the route based on wind direction — that's the joy of sail, you go where the breeze takes you.
What's included in a Lagoon 380 charter?
Every charter includes a licensed skipper, fuel, soft drinks, beer, white wine, cava, light snacks, safety equipment, insurance, and Spanish IVA (21%). For the Lagoon 380 specifically, sailing is included — there's no surcharge for using the sails vs. running the engines. Bring swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and any special food you want on board.
How much does it cost to charter the Lagoon 380 in Marbella?
Catamaran pricing varies by season and trip length, so we quote on request via WhatsApp rather than publishing a fixed rate. As reference: our Tier A monohulls (Astondoa 40, Azimut 39) start at €749 for 2 hours and €2,299 for 8 hours, all-inclusive. Message us with your dates and group size for an exact Lagoon 380 quote.
When is the best time of year to sail the Lagoon 380 in Marbella?
May through October. Sea temperatures climb from 18°C in May to 23°C in August. Winds are typically 8-15 knots from the west or southwest in the afternoon — ideal cat conditions. July and August book out fastest. April and November still work but expect cooler water and a real chance of being motored rather than sailed if the wind dies.