Boat rental in Santander

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10 boatsfrom €380 / day

Ideas for Santander

Boating in Santander

Santander sits on a wide, sheltered bay on Spain's Cantabrian coast, with beaches, sandbanks and green hills all around. Boat outings explore the bay and the Magdalena peninsula, cross to the long beaches of Somo and El Puntal, and in calm weather follow the open coast outside.

Where to go by boat

  • Península de la Magdalena

    Wooded headland with a palace at the entrance to the bay.

  • El Puntal

    Long sandspit across the bay from the city, with calm-water beaches.

  • Isla de Mouro

    Rocky islet with a lighthouse guarding the mouth of the bay.

  • Somo

    Wide surf beach on the eastern side of the bay.

Tip: The tidal range is large here, so watch the depth over the sandbanks inside the bay, and outside it the Cantabrian swell can be heavy, so check the sea forecast.

Santander at a glance

Boats

10

Price from

€380

Typical price

€460

With skippered trips

3

Boat prices in Santander

Boat typeBoatsFromTypical
Motorboats8€380€433
Sailboats2€480€550

When to go boating in Santander

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Boat rental in Santander: questions and answers

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Santander?+

Boats in Santander start from €380 per day; the typical price is €460 per day. The most affordable boat type here: Motorboats, from €380 per day.

Can I rent a boat without a licence in Santander?+

Since 1 October 2026 Spain no longer allows renting a boat without a qualification: even small motorboats up to 5 m and 15 hp now require at least the Licencia de Navegación (a one-day course) or an equivalent licence. The licence-free exemption now covers only private use, so check the exact conditions on the listing.

When is the best time to rent a boat in Santander?+

The boating season in Santander runs from May to October. The busiest months are July – August, so book early for those dates.

How many boats can I rent in Santander?+

Merboat currently lists 10 boats in Santander: Motorboats (8) and Sailboats (2).

How does booking work?+

Merboat compares boats; you book on Click&Boat. Choose a boat, press “View on Click&Boat” and check the dates, price and conditions there. Booking through Merboat costs you nothing extra.

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  3. 3

    Set sail

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