Private Gobbi Yacht Charter in Barcelona

Sea views beat city traffic every time. This two-hour Gobbi yacht charter gives your group a private boat, a professional skipper, snacks, drinks, and room for up to nine people. I like the private setting and the yacht’s useful comforts, especially the bow and stern sun decks, bathroom, kitchen, shower, and Bluetooth sound system. The main catch is the extra €300 refundable deposit and €30 cleaning fee, plus a few past complaints about unclear arrangements for add-on water activities.

For a birthday, farewell, or small celebration, this is an easy way to get out on the Mediterranean without sharing the boat with strangers. I also like that the skipper handles the sailing, so you can focus on the breeze, music, drinks, and views. Still, the experience depends heavily on clear communication, particularly if you are discussing extras such as jet skis or seabobs.

Key points at a glance

• Private boat for up to nine people: Your group has the yacht to itself, making the trip better suited to celebrations and small parties than to sightseeing with strangers.
• Two hours on the water: The schedule is short and focused, with departure and return at Barcelona’s Port Olímpic.
• Comfortable onboard layout: Expect sun decks at both the bow and stern, an outdoor freshwater shower, a double cabin, kitchen, and full bathroom with shower.
• Food and drinks included: Snacks, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages are provided. Alcohol is limited to people aged 18 and over.
• Professional skipper included: You do not need to sail the yacht yourself, and a life vest is included.
• Extra charges matter: You pay a €300 deposit per booking, returned at the end of the activity, plus a mandatory €30 cleaning charge.

Leaving from Port Olímpic for a private two-hour sail

You meet at Edifici Capitanía on Passeig Marítim del Port Olímpic, in Barcelona’s Sant Martí district. The location is near public transportation, which helps if you are coming from another part of the city.

From there, the skipper takes your group out from the marina and begins the sailing portion of the experience. The available information does not specify a fixed route, named coastal stops, swimming stops, or a particular sightseeing circuit. That is worth knowing before you book. This is best understood as private time on the water, not as a hop-on sightseeing cruise with a list of landmarks.

The two-hour length gives you enough time to settle in, enjoy the boat, and get a change of view from Barcelona’s shore. It is not long enough for an ambitious coastal outing with several stops. I would treat it as a compact escape from the city, especially useful when you want an afternoon or evening activity without giving up half a day.

The yacht returns to the same meeting point. There is no separate drop-off location, and the activity ends back at the marina.

The Gobbi yacht and its useful comforts

The boat has the kind of layout that makes a short charter feel more comfortable than a simple open-deck ride. You can sit or stretch out on the wide sun deck at the bow or use the stern area, depending on the mood and the skipper’s instructions.

The outdoor freshwater shower is a practical touch. After time in the sea, or simply after sitting in the sun, rinsing off salt is much nicer than staying sticky until you reach your hotel. The yacht also has a Bluetooth sound system, so your group can bring music into the experience. I would confirm how music connection works before departure if a carefully planned playlist matters to your celebration.

Below deck, the yacht has a double cabin with a double bed, an equipped kitchen, and a full bathroom with shower. You may not need the cabin during a two-hour outing, but the interior gives you somewhere to get out of direct sun or bad weather. It also makes the boat more practical for a mixed group, since not everyone wants to sit outside for the entire trip.

The interior is not a substitute for a large lounge or a hotel room. Space on a yacht is limited, especially with nine people onboard. The maximum capacity is useful for keeping the price manageable, but a full group will feel more compact than a group of four or five.

Snacks, drinks, and the social side of the trip

Snacks, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages are included. That makes the charter easier to organize because you do not need to arrange a separate drinks package before stepping aboard.

The supplied information also describes a good cava to finish the outing, based on one particularly positive account. Treat that as a possible highlight rather than a guaranteed menu detail, since the exact snacks and drinks are not listed.

Alcoholic drinks are only for people aged 18 and over. If your group includes younger participants, plan around that rule. The presence of alcohol also makes this activity feel more suited to an adult birthday, farewell, or relaxed celebration than to a family outing built around children.

The Bluetooth system, snacks, drinks, and private deck space create a party-friendly setup. You can chat, listen to music, and enjoy the sea without having to make conversation with a boatload of strangers. The trade-off is that the experience focuses on atmosphere rather than a guided explanation of Barcelona’s coastline.

What the skipper adds to the experience

A professional skipper is included, and that is important. You are hiring a private yacht, not taking responsibility for navigation or boat handling. The skipper also helps make the experience more accessible for people who want the feel of sailing without knowing how to operate a yacht.

The skipper is responsible for safety and should guide the group on where to sit, when to move around, and how to use the boat’s facilities. Life vests are included.

The names Alberto and Adrian appear in the available feedback connected with the company’s boat and water activities. Alberto received especially warm praise for personal service, snacks, drinks, and helping create a celebratory afternoon. Adrian was praised for adapting the pace during a motorbike activity. Those comments suggest that service can be friendly and flexible, but they do not guarantee that either person will be your skipper on the day.

One account describes the skipper as less attentive and questions the presence of a companion on the boat. The operator explained that the additional person helped organize snacks and drinks. This is a useful reminder to ask who will be onboard and what each person’s role is if your group wants a strictly private setup with only the skipper and your party.

Extra water activities need careful confirmation

The standard yacht package includes the boat, skipper, life vest, snacks, water, and alcoholic beverages. It does not list a jet ski or seabob as part of the included service.

This matters because some arrangements discussed in connection with past bookings involved two seabobs, a yacht, and a jet ski coming to meet the group at the beach. A complaint described confusion when the jet ski was not provided as expected. If you want any water activity beyond the yacht charter, get the exact arrangement, price, meeting point, duration, and cancellation terms in writing before you pay.

Do not assume that a casual conversation about an add-on means it is part of the confirmed package. The clearest plan is to book the yacht as described, then confirm any separate activity directly with JetScoot.

The available information does not promise swimming, a seabob ride, or a jet ski session. I would not build your celebration around those extras unless you receive a written confirmation.

What the €419.05 price really means

The listed price is $419.05 per group of up to nine people. At the maximum group size, the base cost works out to about $46.56 per person. For four people, it is about $104.76 each, so the value improves sharply as your group gets closer to nine.

There are two additional charges to account for:

• A €300 deposit per booking, returned at the end of the activity
• A mandatory €30 cleaning fee per booking

The deposit is not a final expense if the terms are met and it is returned as stated. Still, you need enough funds available at the start of the outing. The cleaning fee is a real cost, so do not compare this charter with another boat using only the headline price.

Using the listed base price and the €30 cleaning charge, your effective nonrefundable cost is the base price plus €30, subject to currency conversion. The deposit affects your upfront payment but should come back at the end. Ask how the deposit is collected and returned, especially if you are paying by card.

For a full group, the price can be fair for a private yacht with a skipper, snacks, drinks, and onboard facilities. For two or three people, it becomes a much more expensive way to spend two hours. I would book it for the privacy and celebration value, not because it is the cheapest way to see Barcelona from the water.

Who will enjoy this charter most

I think this works best for a small group with a clear reason to celebrate. Birthdays, farewells, reunions, and relaxed afternoons with friends all fit the format.

It also suits people who want comfort without a formal luxury-cruise atmosphere. You can use the decks, play music, enjoy drinks, and move indoors when needed. The private booking means your group controls the social mood.

You may prefer a different activity if you want detailed commentary about Barcelona, a long coastal route, several swimming stops, or a tightly scheduled sightseeing plan. The available details do not promise any of those features.

The boat can hold up to nine, but capacity is not the same as spaciousness. If everyone wants room to lie down, sit in shade, and move around at once, a smaller group will feel more comfortable.

Booking, weather, and cancellation details

Confirmation is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the experience is commonly booked about 14 days ahead, I would avoid leaving it until the last moment if your celebration depends on a particular date.

The activity requires good weather. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded, and changes within that same period are not accepted. The cut-off uses Barcelona local time.

Most people can participate, and the meeting point is near public transportation. The provided information does not give more specific details about mobility access, so contact the operator if someone in your group has mobility needs or requires special boarding help.

Should you book the Gobbi yacht?

Book it if you want a private two-hour celebration on the water, especially with six to nine people. The yacht’s sun decks, bathroom, kitchen, freshwater shower, music system, snacks, drinks, and skipper give you more than a bare boat ride. Alberto’s warm service is also a promising sign, though you should confirm who will operate your trip.

Think twice if you are a couple or small pair watching every euro, since the group price is much better when shared. Also pause if you expect a guided coastal tour or want jet skis and seabobs included.

My practical advice is simple: confirm the exact boat, skipper, onboard drinks, number of people, deposit process, cleaning fee, and any add-ons in writing. With those details settled, this can be a pleasant and private way to trade Barcelona’s streets for two hours of sea air.

FAQ

How long is the private Gobbi yacht charter?

The charter lasts approximately two hours.

How many people can join the yacht charter?

The yacht can accommodate up to nine people.

Is the yacht private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Where does the charter begin?

It begins at Edifici Capitanía, Passeig Marítim del Port Olímpic, S/N, Sant Martí, 08005 Barcelona, Spain.

Where does the activity end?

The yacht returns to the original meeting point at the end of the charter.

Is a skipper included?

Yes. A professional captain is included.

Are snacks and drinks provided?

Yes. Snacks, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages are included.

Can anyone drink alcohol onboard?

Alcoholic beverages are only for people aged 18 and over.

Is a deposit required?

Yes. A €300 deposit per booking is required and is returned at the end of the activity as stated.

Is there a cleaning fee?

Yes. A mandatory €30 cleaning charge applies per booking.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes the experience to be canceled, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience starts to receive a full refund.