If you want to explore Costa del Sol on a boat, Marbella is THE place for it. Known for having one of the most luxurious marinas in the country, it is perfect to sail along its coastline by boat and thus acquire the famous 'Marbella tan'.

Taking a boat trip on its waters is a safe bet, and you have so many options for this that the best way to spend a special day of sailing is to let yourself be carried away (and advised) by this definitive list of boat trips that you can do in Marbella.

Where to go on a boat tour in Marbella?

- Puerto Banús is one of the most exclusive marinas in Spain. Located about 6 km from the city of Marbella, it is also known for being a meeting spot for several well-known and illustrious people. But apart from that, Marbella's coastline is perfect for relaxed cruising along the Mediterranean and visiting exclusive beaches such as Nikki Beach, where partying and excess are always present.

- Marbella's second most famous port is the town's marina. You can set off on a boat to skirt some of the town's most emblematic beaches and coves, such as Real de Zaragoza beach. It is famous for the beautiful nature that surrounds it and for being one of the largest beaches on the Costa del Sol. It is a natural jewel in a city of excess with golden sand, turquoise waters and beach bars to relax in. This beach is a perfect combination of sand, native vegetation and the breath-taking Mediterranean that opens up before our eyes.

- Regardless of the port you choose for your boat trip in Marbella, we recommend you cross the Strait of Gibraltar, and enjoy those 14 kilometres that separate Africa from Europe. In this area, you will observe several migratory birds or witness the fusion of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

- A boat tour around Marbella will allow you to enjoy the most famous skyline of the coast of Malaga. So we recommend you take a sunset ride around the city and enjoy a unique view of the city! In our opinion, the best view of Marbella is the one we can see from the depths of the Mediterranean.

- But what would Marbella be without its spectacular and popular summer fiestas? Take it up a notch, and this time it's onboard a boat as you sail along the coastline. A party boat is a must for your days off in Marbella.

On the other hand, one of the challenges when organising a boat trip is deciding what type of boat to book. If you have a nautical license, you can always get your boat depending on the conditions you are looking for. If, on the other hand, you want to relax without complications, you have the option of booking a boat with a skipper and just enjoying the good life.

Sailing in itself is a luxury within everyone's reach contrary to what you might think. But to do it in a place like Marbella where luxury, fun and the serene panoramic views of the Costa del Sol come together is to do it in style. Catamarans, sailing boats, motorboats without the need for a nautical licence... Whatever boat you have in mind, you have it in Marbella.