Around the world · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
The 15 best yacht charters with lunch you can book today, with the hours, the price per person or per hull, and who each deck suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada, sailing from your hotel to Orange Bay and two Red Sea snorkeling sites. Guide Andrew and the crew keep the day organized, while lunch, drinks, snacks, equipment, a massage, and hotel transfers are included. Scuba can be added separately.
“V good ! Enjoyed it … highly recommend C f CD de r”
Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to three Red Sea islands. Expect guided snorkeling, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Ashraf, Ahmed and Talal help beginners feel safe, while private groups for 10 to 30 people are available.
“We had a lot of fun, we had snorkelling, It was our first time. Everybody was so thoughtful. We won’t forget this trip!”
Sail from San José del Cabo along the rugged coast toward Santa Maria or Chileno Bay, with snacks, an open bar, snorkeling, paddleboards, and lunch onboard. Guides such as Joe, Poncho, Cesar, and Israel have earned praise for attentive service. Expect a small group of up to 16 people.
“Great tour. Exceeded our expectations for everything. Quality of boat was great, snorkeling and sailing was great. Good exceeded our expectations and we got to see a lot of whales. Including 2 fully breach. Would 100% recommend”
Cruise Phang Nga Bay aboard a large catamaran with hotel pickup, lunch, soft drinks, kayaking through Hong Island’s caves, a swim stop, and a longboat visit to James Bond Island. A DJ, Wi-Fi, water slide, paddleboards, and sunset dinner make this a social day on the water. Ask about cabana rental before booking.
“This was a really great experience overall. We were picked up by our cruise port with no problems, they sent us the license plate ahead of time which I appreciated. On the way there, our shuttle got a flat tire and a new shuttle arrived within 10 minutes. At the meeting point, the area was a little run down but was fine. When you get on the boat you are assigned a table. (I think this is a new process based on previous comments). We were VERY lucky and got the table at the front of the ship. I could see being disappointed if you got another seat. However, I…”
You’ll sail south from Puerto Vallarta aboard a Leopard catamaran with up to 40 people, stopping near Majahuitas for snorkeling, paddleboarding, and beach time. Expect attentive crew, lunch, premium drinks, and possible whale, dolphin, turtle, and Los Arcos sightings. Guide names vary by sailing.
“A nice, enjoyable experience. Great crew, helpful and attentive service. The snorkeling experience was enjoyable even if a bit short. One thing that was disappointing was that the food was not quite as advertised. That needs to be updated to provide an accurate description of what is provided. You cannot label a tour as "luxury" with an average sandwich for a meal. The number of guests is ideal as it does not feel crowded at all. Thanks to Diego Chihuahua for his guide services during the snorkeling activity. Be aware that the banana boat ride can get quite rough thanks to the boat driver. You have to be careful with…”
Sail from Sliema aboard the wooden Turkish gulet Fernandes for a full day around Malta, Comino, and Gozo. You’ll get two swim stops, a buffet lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. Captain Brian may add local stories and lively music along the way.
“Great tour, not too much people, lovely boat and the lunch buffet was really nice and so was the snacks. Great staff and good value for money. Covers the important places. I bought the extra speedboat tour to the caves for €15 which was really worth it, so fun! Overall a really good tour, highly recommend!”
Travel from Hanoi by limousine to a five-star Ha Long Bay cruise. After a buffet lunch, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swim or hike on Ti Top Island, then enjoy a sunset snack. Guides such as Tinh, Henry, and Jason are praised for clear English and friendly care.
“The variety of activities was great. Halong Bay was very crowded and busy, but I guess there’s not much to be done about that!”
Join a maximum of 12 people aboard a clean, comfortable yacht from Puerto Rico to the Mogán coast. Guides including Ronnie, Jonny, Toni, and Mikael keep things friendly as you swim, snorkel, paddleboard, eat tapas, and enjoy included drinks.
“Great cruise, I can recommend without a doubt. Very nice crew, they answered all my questions regarding the yacht atc. The boat was also very comfortable, featuring a large sun deck. And the food was very good too.”
Spend about eight hours on a Royal Cruise Hurghada yacht with guides such as Hisham, Andrew, or Barracuda. You’ll visit Orange Bay, snorkel at two reef stops, try water sports and fishing, enjoy a seafood and barbecue buffet, and receive a back massage.
“Our experience was one to remember thanks to our tour guide Hisham and the wonderful crew! Everything was beyond our expectations and the buffet was delicious! Highly recommend this 6-in-1 tour with Hisham:)”
Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran capped at about 30 people, with drinks, snacks, snorkeling when conditions allow, downtown free time, and a buffet lunch at a beach club. Guides such as Mike, Grace, and Omar have earned praise for friendly service.
“Grace and an amazing crew made this a trip to remember. Great drinks, lunch and a fun shopping experience. I would definitely recommend this to anyone considering Isla Mujeras.”
Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina, then stop near JBR Beach for swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ lunch, and inflatable fun. You get unlimited listed beverages, music, a pool, and a slide if selected. Ian, Mohammed, and the crew are praised for friendly service, while jet skis cost extra.
“Staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly. Transportation was organised very well and hospitality on board was excellent. Would happily go again”
Spend a long day touring Ha Long Bay from Hanoi by limousine bus and boat. The trip includes a buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, a cooking class, sunset party, and optional kayaking. Guides such as Jake, Thanh, Long, and Phong have led recent departures.
“What an amazing tour! The tour guide was very pleasant and friendly, and gave lots of information about Hanoi, Vietnam in general and Ha Long Bay as well. The views were absolutely stunning, such an incredible trip I’d highly recommend it to anybody!”
Set sail from San Jose del Cabo on a private 4-hour cruise for up to 15 people. You’ll pass El Arco, swim and snorkel in a bay, use paddleboards, and enjoy seafood ceviche, pasta, appetizers, and an open bar. Crew members may include Roger, Pablo, Victor, or Miguel.
“Pablo and his crew were fantastic! Professional and fun to spend the day with. Food serviced was wonderful.”
Spend about 6 hours on Halong Bay aboard a premium cruise with a jacuzzi, buffet lunch, English-speaking guide, kayaking or bamboo boating, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and a sunset fruit-and-cake break. Pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter is offered, with guides such as Sam praised for clear, helpful service.
“Great experience from my tour guide, Sam! Ha Long Bay was beautiful, the cruise I was on is new and amazing. Highly recommend Sam to others!”
Spend about six hours sailing Banderas Bay from Marina Vallarta, with lunch, open-bar drinks, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and stops chosen by sea conditions. The crew may include Captain Sergio and guides such as Rubin, Christian, or Walter. Expect a polished boat day, not nonstop sailing.
“This experience was unmatched! The crew was stellar! They attended to every need! A top tier lunch with open bar the ENTIRE CRUISE! The boat was beautiful and we took a wonderful ride to Los Arcos. Plenty of fish and stingrays on the snorkeling as well! If you do any adventure tours in Puerto Vallarta, do this one! Can not wait until next time! These photos are courtesy of the tour photographer, Omar. Thank you everyone!”
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