How many people can come aboard?
Up to 8 guests on a private charter. On diving trips that's up to 4 divers plus 4 non-diving guests — everyone shares the same private boat, so no one is left on shore.
Where do you depart from?
Puerto Deportivo de Marbella, Berth 109 — in the heart of Marbella, a short ride from the Golden Mile and Puerto Banús. We'll send exact directions when you book.
Is the boat private to my group?
Always. Every charter is exclusively yours — no strangers, no fixed schedule, no crowded tour boat. The day is shaped around what your group wants to do.
What's included in the price?
Your professional skipper, fuel, snorkel gear, a Bluetooth sound system, and cava, beers and soft drinks — all in. The price you see is the price you pay.
What facilities are on board?
The Beneteau Flyer 9 SPACEdeck is built for a comfortable day out: a shaded helm and seating area, sun pads for lounging, and a swim platform with a boarding ladder for easy access to the water. There's a freshwater shower to rinse off, a private marine toilet below deck, a cool box for the included drinks, a Bluetooth sound system, and snorkel gear on board.
Can non-divers join a diving trip?
Yes — that's the whole idea. Divers head down with the instructor while family and friends swim, sunbathe and relax on board. Everyone enjoys the day together.
Do I need experience to dive?
Not at all. Discover Scuba lets complete beginners try a guided dive in shallow water. Certified divers can book two-dive trips to Marbella's best sites. Diving is delivered with established local PADI dive centres.
Can you arrange food on board?
Yes. Cold catering can be added for a supplement — sushi, fresh seafood, charcuterie and cheese platters, or fruit and pastries, arranged to your group and dietary needs. Just ask when booking.
Are children welcome?
Absolutely — the SPACEdeck and swim platform make it an easy, comfortable day for families. Let us know ages so we can plan the right pace and gear.
What happens if the weather's bad?
We only head out when conditions are right — your safety and a good day come first. If the forecast doesn't cooperate, we don't cancel on you: we move your booking to another date that works, free of charge, up to 48 hours before. You won't lose your deposit and you won't be pushed out in rough water. The sea makes the call, and we'll always be straight with you about it.
How much does a charter cost?
Charters start at €350 for a 2-hour Coastal Escape, with half-day and full-day options from there — one price for the whole boat, up to 8 guests, with skipper, fuel and drinks included. Diving starts at €899 for a private dive day. There are no surcharges at the dock; the price you're quoted is the price you pay. You'll find the full breakdown on our Charters and Diving pages.
What's included in a diving trip?
Everything you need to dive. Each trip includes your private boat for the day, a guide in the water, and all the equipment — tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask and fins. Discover Scuba beginners get a full briefing and one-to-one guidance from the instructor; certified divers get two dives at the day's best sites. Up to 4 divers plus 4 non-diving guests share the boat, so no one's left on shore. Diving is delivered with established local PADI dive centres, weather permitting.
Are you licensed and insured?
Fully — and we're happy to show it. Your skipper is commercially licensed (RYA/MCA Powerboat Level 2 and Day Skipper, commercially endorsed) and a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer. The boat carries vessel, public and passenger insurance, with dedicated dive cover through DAN Europe, plus lifejackets, oxygen, an AED and full safety equipment on board. You can read the complete list of qualifications and cover on our About page.
Do I need to be medically fit to dive?
Diving suits most healthy people, but everyone — beginners and certified divers alike — completes a short standard PADI medical questionnaire before getting in the water. Most are cleared right away. A few conditions (things like heart, lung or ear problems, or certain medications) need written clearance from a doctor first, dated within the last 12 months — so it's best to sort that before your trip rather than on the day. We'll send you the form when you book, and you're welcome to ask us if you're ever unsure.
