Boat Rental in Puerto Alicante | Tabarca Island & Santa Bárbara Castle

Navigate Puerto Alicante

Puerto Alicante is your perfect base to explore a bay that'll steal your heart: Santa Bárbara Castle watches from above while you cruise crystal-clear waters to Tabarca Island, a Mediterranean gem just ~20 minutes away. Here the sea is accessible, routes are endless and every outing promises discovery. Wild beaches, white-sand bottoms, laid-back fishing villages—all waiting beyond your rental boat.

Everything included in every outing

Each rental comes with a professional local skipper, fuel, insurance, cleaning and a route tailored to your vibe. Most boats have snorkel gear and a cooler with drinks on board. You set the pace and stops.

Favorite routes from Puerto Alicante

• Tabarca Island: The must-do. Walled village, virgin beaches, protected seabed perfect for diving and snorkeling. Sunset views here are unforgettable.
• Santa Bárbara Castle: Alicante's most iconic silhouette from the water. Sail close and take in this 16th-century fortress commanding the entire bay—a perspective you won't get from land.
• Cabo de las Huertas: Dramatic cliffs, turquoise water and rocky reefs teeming with marine life. Perfect for photos and relaxed diving in protected zones.
• Cala de la Albufereta: A peaceful corner nestled in pines, no crowds. Fine sand, calm water and an almost private feel where you can truly unwind.
• Playa del Postiguet: If you prefer staying close, a classic Alicante centerpiece with traditional maritime vibes and beachside bars serving solid food.

Available boat types

From speedy speedboats and RIBs to go far, traditional wooden boats, catamarans for groups, to yachts and sailboats for full days. Unsure what fits? We'll point you right.

When to book?

Alicante offers solid conditions year-round, but demand peaks hard in summer and holidays. For calm seas, fewer crowds and friendlier prices, spring and autumn are goldmines. Winter works if you can handle a bit more wind, but the bay stays generous.