Visiting the best beaches and coves of Girona is a must during your visit to this paradisiacal destination in Catalonia. The Costa Brava is one of the most popular coastal destinations in our country and no wonder! It is a place where beaches of crystal-clear waters and white sands abound, a paradise within our peninsula. And what better way to know them than renting a boat and touring them?

We are here so that you don’t miss anything when you make the decision to rent a boat in Girona and therefore, we have made the best guide with everything you need to know to fully enjoy the experience.

Where to rent a boat in Girona?

The most important ports and places in Girona where you can rent a boat are the following:

• Palamós: belonging to the Baix Empordà, it is composed of stunning beaches surrounded by natural environments. Moreover, it is only half a mile (1 km) away from the Illes Formigues, so getting to them with your rented boat will be very easy. Here you will find one of the most famous coves of the Costa Brava, Cala Estreta, a place where we are sure you will love to anchor with your rented boat and spend a day surrounded by turquoise waters and marine species.

• Blanes: this town in the region of La Selva, also known as "the gateway to the Costa Brava" is located at the beginning of the coast and is another popular destination to rent a boat. We recommend you to organize an itinerary for your sailing day where Cala Punta Santa Anna and Cala Treumal are the main protagonists, you will love them.

• Roses: located in the Alt Empordà, we can't think of a better place to rent a boat with your friends and explorethe different coves of the Bay of Roses. From boats without a nautical license to sailboats, here you will find a wide range of opportunities to choose a boat and go sailing in stunning places like the Natural Park of Cap de Creus.

• Empuriabrava: here you will find a total of 4 miles (7 km) of coastline belonging to the Natural Park of the Empordà Marshes. It is located in the heart of the Costa Brava and here is the best place to rent a sailboat and go sailing in a regatta for a week or as many days as you want. Undoubtedly, an unforgettable experience.

• L'Escala: renting a boat in the Yacht Club of L'Escala is the order of the day. You can choose from different types of boats, from motor boats to yachts, everything will depend on your nautical license. Of course, you can’t miss a visit to Moll Grec, the famous Roman and Greek ruins of this area of the Costa Brava.

• Cadaqués: finally, this municipality in the north of the Costa Brava, an ideal place for those who don’t have a sailing license and want to rent a boat, as you can find a wide variety of boats that don’t require a nautical license. You can visit impressive coves such as Jugadora or Portaló coves and get away from the hustle and bustle of the people to enjoy nature and the sea.

What types of boats can I rent in the Costa Brava?

Without doubt you can enjoy renting any type of boat during your days in Girona, but there is one in particular that is the most popular of all: the sailboats. This boat takes the prize for being the most rented by all those who choose to rent a boat during their vacations on the coast. And it is a type of ship that does not only need the engine to navigate, so it is perfect for regattas and long boat trips.

But it is not the only popular boat in the area, and is that in recent years, has grown in popularity for motor boats that do not require a nautical license. In this way, anyone, even if they have no previous sailing experience, can rent a boat and sail along the beaches and coves near the area where they have rented it. The perfect option for those who want to enjoy the Mediterranean and all it has to offer without the need for qualifications or licenses.

Finally, another popular option would be the rental of motorboats. These boats are fast and comfortable, with all the comforts to spend a great day on the Costa Brava and reaching at high speed to the coves farthest from the port.

What kind of boat rentals are there in Girona?

The good thing about being located in one of the most famous coasts of Spain, is that you have a wide variety of options to rent a boat to your needs.

- Without qualifications: if you do not have a sailing license, there is no problem. This is because there are plenty of companies that rent their small boats for up to 8 people at the most to be able to go around the vicinity of the ports. These are boats of up to 6 meters in length and, when they are delivered to you, they teach you how to handle them, as they are very intuitive.

- With a license: if you have your PNB or PER license, that's all you need to do. You can rent the boat of your choice, yachts, catamarans, sailboats, motorboats... A wide range of possibilities for you to sail being the skipper of your destination. You will only have to show your licenses and documents to be able to rent the boat and sail wherever you want.

- With skipper: this is one of the most chosen options by those who rent a boat in Girona. This is because, even if you do not have a nautical license, being accompanied by a professional skipper, you will be able to sail without problems and fully enjoy the experience. You can rent it for hours or days, everything will depend on the plan you have organized for your days in the Costa Brava.

So, have you already decided on your next boat rental in Girona?