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What to do in Tarifa: sail the Strait at sunset with tapas on board

What to do in Tarifa: sail the Strait at sunset

Planning a trip to Tarifa and wondering what to do beyond the beach? Here's a local answer: board a sailing yacht at the marina, let the Atlantic wind fill the sails, and watch the sun drop behind the African coast while you eat tapas on deck.

Tarifa from a new angle

Tarifa is famous for kitesurf, yes — but it's also one of the most dramatically beautiful stretches of coastline in Europe. From the water you see it completely differently: the old walled city rising above the harbour, the Isla de las Palomas lighthouse, the rugged hills of the Natural Park, and on a clear day, the peaks of Morocco barely 14 km away.

Our Sunset Sailing & Tapas experience leaves from Tarifa harbour every afternoon. It's a 3-hour private sail in a small group — intimate, unhurried, completely unlike a tourist bus trip.

What's included

  • Guided sailing on a modern, comfortable yacht
  • Traditional Spanish tapas on board (tortilla, jamón, cheese, olives)
  • Cold drinks: beer, soft drinks and water
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Professional bilingual skipper (Spanish, English, French)

Why choose a sailing trip in Tarifa

  • Small groups only — never a crowded excursion
  • Perfect for couples, families and small groups of friends
  • Ideal for a special gift, a romantic escape or a celebration
  • Photography opportunities you won't find anywhere else

Where to find us

We're based at Tarifa's marina (Puerto Deportivo de Tarifa), a short walk from the old town. Booking is easy: request directly on the website or message us on WhatsApp.

Book your sailing trip now

"An incredible experience — perfectly organised, delicious tapas and a jaw-dropping sunset." — Marta, July 2024

"The best thing we did all week in Tarifa. So relaxing, and the skipper was brilliant." — James & Lili, UK

Experience Tarifa from the sea

Don't leave Tarifa without seeing it from the water. It will be one of the most memorable moments of your trip.

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