If you are wondering what to bring on a boat trip, here is the list we give our guests before setting off. With this you stay comfortable all day and won’t miss anything in the middle of a cove.
In short:
- Sun protection, a cap and sunglasses. At sea the sun is stronger than it looks.
- Swimsuit, towel, a change of dry clothes and something warm for the way back.
- Flip-flops to get there and water shoes for rocky coves. On board you go barefoot.
- We provide water and ice. Bring whatever food you like.
What to bring on a boat trip: the full list
- High-factor sun cream, ideally water-resistant.
- Cap or hat and sunglasses.
- Swimsuit on from home and a change of dry clothes.
- Towel, one per person.
- A sweatshirt or long-sleeved T-shirt for the way back or if it gets windy.
- Flip-flops and water shoes.
- Food: sandwiches, fruit, snacks.
- A waterproof phone case, if you want to take photos in the water.
- A seasickness tablet if you tend to get seasick.
Sun protection
It is the thing people forget most and notice most at the end of the day. On a boat the sun hits you directly and also reflects off the water, so put sun cream on before leaving and again after every swim. A cap and a long-sleeved T-shirt help a lot, especially for children.
Footwear: barefoot on board
On the boat you go barefoot, so leave trainers and street shoes at home. Flip-flops are fine to get to the harbour. For rocky coves, water shoes protect you from cuts and sea urchin spines, and make walking on the rocks much easier.
Food and drink
Mineral water and ice are included on all our trips. Everyone brings their own food: sandwiches, fruit and some snacks are enough. On 6 or 8-hour trips we usually have lunch at anchor in a cove, which is one of the best moments of the day. If anyone has an allergy, let us know before we leave.
Clothes and bag
Come with your swimsuit on and bring dry clothes for the way back. Even when it is hot, coming back wet with a bit of wind makes a sweatshirt very welcome. A soft bag is better than a hard suitcase, because it takes up less space on board and is easier to store.
If you get seasick
We choose the calmest coast every day depending on the wind, so seasickness is rare. Even so, if you usually get sick in cars or on boats, take a seasickness tablet before leaving (ask at the pharmacy which one suits you) and have a light breakfast.
Skipper’s tip: the most important things are not to forget sun cream, a towel and a change of clothes. With that, the rest of the day takes care of itself.
What the trip already includes
You don’t need to bring any of this, because it is on board:
- Skipper, VAT and insurance.
- Mineral water and ice.
- Paddle board and snorkel masks.
- Life jackets for adults, children and babies.
- With the Beneteau Flyer 7, also an underwater scooter and drone photos.
You will find all the details on prices and fuel on the skippered boat rental page.
Frequently asked questions
Do we need to bring a towel?
Yes, bring one towel per person.
Can we bring food and drinks on the boat?
Yes. We provide water and ice, and you can bring your own food and drinks to have on board.
What shoes do you wear on the boat?
None, you go barefoot. Bring flip-flops to get there and water shoes if you want to go ashore in rocky coves.
What to bring on a boat trip with children?
The same as adults, with extra sun cream, a long-sleeved T-shirt and snacks. We bring life jackets in their size. You will find everything in our guide to a boat trip in Menorca with children.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We look for another date, and if there is none, we refund 100 %. We check the AEMET marine forecast every morning.
Now you know what to bring on a boat trip. All that is left is choosing a day: check the available dates for the Karnic SL601 or the Beneteau Flyer 7, or write to us on WhatsApp.
