A booze cruise in Marbella is a private yacht charter from Puerto Banús where drinks, skipper and fuel are already in the price — you bring the people and, if you want, a bottle of your own. Tier A boats (Astondoa 40, Azimut 39) start at €749 for two hours, the Mangusta 80 is €4,719 for four hours with a free jet ski, and bigger yachts up to the Ferretti 94 are quoted via WhatsApp. Beer, white wine, cava, soft drinks and water are loaded before you arrive; BYO spirits are welcomed.
What you actually get on a Marbella booze cruise
Every charter in our fleet is fully inclusive. That means a licensed Spanish skipper, fuel for the agreed route, full insurance, safety gear and 21% Spanish IVA — all baked into the headline price. On the drinks side, every yacht is stocked with cold beer, white wine, cava, soft drinks and bottled water, plus light snacks like crisps, olives and nuts. There are no port surcharges added later, no mandatory tip and no fuel premium.
What is not included is hard alcohol — gin, vodka, rum, tequila — and that is where BYO comes in. Most groups walk into the supermarket above Puerto Banús car park, grab two bottles of spirits plus mixers, and bring them down to the pontoon. We supply the ice, the cups, the bottle opener and a sound system; you supply the playlist.
How much a booze cruise costs by boat size
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astondoa 40 | 12.5 m | 9 | €749 / 2h → €2,299 / 8h |
| Azimut 39 | 12.5 m | 11 | €749 / 2h → €2,299 / 8h |
| Pershing 46 | 14 m | 10 | On request |
| Azimut 58 Flybridge | 17.6 m | 12 | On request |
| Mangusta 80 | 24 m | 12 | €4,719 / 4h (jet ski incl.) |
| Canados 86 | 26 m | 12 | On request |
| Ferretti 94 | 29 m | 12 | On request |
For small groups under five, the Dubhe (8 m, 5 pax) and Mariah SX21 (6.4 m, 5 pax) are the cheapest way onto the water, though both are open day boats rather than full saloons.
Choosing the right yacht for your group
Six to eight friends fit comfortably on the Bandido (11.5 m, 8 pax) — a relaxed open layout with shaded saloon and bow sun pads, perfect for a hen do or stag warm-up. Compare specs on the Bandido charter page.
Ten to twelve guests should look at the Pershing 46, Azimut 58 Flybridge or Fairline Targa 12m. The Pershing 46 is fast and sporty with a wide cockpit; the Azimut 58 trades top speed for a proper flybridge with sun loungers above the saloon — better for sustained drinking and music. The Fairline Targa 12m sits between the two.
Big-budget groups celebrating something specific (40th, bachelor party, corporate) usually pick a Mangusta 80, K80, Canados 86 or Ferretti 94. All are 24-29 m, sleep 12 across the day, and have multiple bathrooms, two saloons and a flybridge. The Mangusta 80 is the only one with a jet ski included free in the listed price.
The classic Marbella booze cruise route
Most charters leave Puerto Banús, turn east past Río Verde and the Golden Mile, and anchor for a swim at Cala del Faro or Cala Cortés below the lighthouse. The water there sits at 18-25°C from May to October, the seabed is sandy and the cliffs cut the westerly wind.
On a four-hour booze cruise the skipper typically gives you 45-60 minutes anchored — long enough for two rounds of drinks, a swim, a paddleboard if the yacht carries one, and a few photos. On eight-hour days the route extends west to Estepona or east to Cabopino, with a longer lunch stop and a second swim before the sunset run back into Puerto Banús.
Drinks, food and BYO ground rules
Bring whatever spirits and mixers you want. The only hard rules are practical:
- No glass on the swim platform or sun pads — plastic cups or aluminium only at the back of the boat.
- Snacks are light (crisps, olives, nuts). For a proper meal, order a platter from Picnic Banús or Carrefour and bring it on board, or pre-order a catering tray when you book.
- Ice and cups are unlimited — just ask the skipper to top up the cooler.
- No drugs of any kind. Spanish maritime law applies and the skipper can end the charter.
- The skipper does not drink. He pilots the yacht and anchors safely; tipping is optional.
Best months and times to book
The booze cruise season runs April to late October. July and August are the hottest (28-32°C air, 24°C water) and the busiest — book the Mangusta 80, Ferretti 94 and Canados 86 at least three weeks ahead. May, June and September are the sweet spot: 24-28°C, calmer seas, easier availability and the same drinks package.
For sunset, aim to depart 2.5 hours before sundown — roughly 18:30 in June, 17:30 in October. That gives you a full hour of golden light along the Golden Mile and a drink in hand as the sun drops behind Gibraltar on the western horizon.
Booking and payment
All bookings go through WhatsApp on the hub page. Send the date, the rough group size and your preferred boat or budget; we reply within an hour with availability and a quote. A 30% deposit holds the slot; the balance is paid on the day in cash or card at the pontoon. Cancellations 72+ hours out are fully refundable.
If you are also looking at how the Pershing 46 compares to the Azimut 39, or whether a catamaran like the Lagoon 380 suits a steadier party platform, those guides go into the trade-offs in detail.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is a booze cruise in Marbella?
A booze cruise is a private yacht charter where the drinks plan is the headline, not a side note. You hire the whole boat from Puerto Banús with a licensed skipper, sail along the Golden Mile, and the on-board fridge is already loaded with beer, white wine, cava and soft drinks. You bring the playlist and any extra spirits you want, and we handle navigation, ice and safety.
How much does a booze cruise in Marbella cost?
On our Tier A yachts (Astondoa 40 and Azimut 39, both 12.5 m) prices start at €749 for two hours and run to €2,299 for a full eight-hour day. The Mangusta 80 is €4,719 for a minimum four hours with a free jet ski. Larger yachts such as the Ferretti 94, Canados 86 or Pershing 46 are priced on request via WhatsApp.
Can we bring our own alcohol on board?
Yes. BYO is welcomed on every charter in our fleet. We already stock beer, white wine, cava, soft drinks and bottled water in the price, but most groups bring a bottle of gin, vodka or rum plus mixers for cocktails at the swim stop. We supply ice and cups; please use plastic or reusable, not glass, on the swim platform and sun pads.
Which boat is best for a group of 10-12 friends?
For a classic booze cruise of 10-12, the Azimut 58 Flybridge (17.6 m, 12 pax) and Pershing 46 (14 m, 10 pax) are the sweet spot — flybridge sunbeds, a proper saloon if it gets breezy, and enough cockpit space for a speaker and a cooler. If you want a superyacht feel, step up to the Mangusta 80, Canados 86 or Ferretti 94.
What is included in the price?
Every charter includes a licensed skipper, fuel for the agreed route, beer, white wine, cava, soft drinks and bottled water, light snacks, full insurance, safety equipment and Spanish IVA at 21%. There are no fuel surcharges, no port fees added on top and no mandatory skipper tip. The price you see on our hub is the price you pay.
How long should our booze cruise be?
Two hours is enough for a sunset loop along the Golden Mile with one drink in hand. Four hours is the sweet spot for most groups — Puerto Banús out to Cala del Faro, a 45-minute swim and music stop, then back. Eight hours lets you push west to Estepona or east to Cabopino, with lunch on board and a proper second swim.
Is there a bathroom on board?
Yes — every yacht in our fleet from the Bandido (11.5 m) upwards has at least one enclosed marine head with a sink. The 17 m+ boats (Azimut 58, Mangusta 80, Canados 86, Ferretti 94, K80) have two or three heads plus showers. Only the smaller 6-8 m options (Mariah SX21, Dubhe, Speedboat) are open day boats without an indoor toilet.
What if the weather is bad on the day?
If the captain calls the charter off for wind, swell or storms, you get a full refund or a free reschedule — your choice. Marbella's coast is sheltered by the Sierra Blanca, so cancellations are rare from May to October; we run on most days with light westerlies. Light rain alone is not a cancellation; serious wind above 20 knots usually is.