14 Cruises & Boat Tours in Bulgaria That Are Worth the Day

1.Sunny Beach, Bulgaria: Half-Day Black Sea Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 439 reviews · 4 hours · from $100Our pick

VIP 4-hour Black Sea catamaran from Sunny Beach with open bar, swim and snorkel gear, lunch on board, and a dolphin search.

“From communication agter booking to being picked up in the big red London bus, it was already an excellent start to the trip. the catamaran itself was spacious and although busy, didn't feel crowded. The staff on board were incredibly attentive and helpful- they made the trip! We enjoyed the trip out over the water and being in a 'splashnzone', then snorkelling in the sea. Being offered goggles, snorkels and pool noodles for our use with no extra cost. The inclusive food and drink was good quality and delicious. Our children even went back for seconds! The highlight had to be the dolphins swimming around the boat on the return…”

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2.Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 385 reviews · 2h 30m · from $70

Adult-only Sunny Beach sunset catamaran cruise with dinner and Prosecco, Old Nessebar night views, open bar, round-trip transport.

“The whole experience was amazing. All the staff were lovely, friendly, helpful and a jot to be around. They made the trip seamless. Transport was excellent on a London Double Decker bus. The catamaran was beautiful and the scenery stunning. what an experience. I dont think anything could be improved. The food was simple and plentiful and the drinks were flowing. A nice bottle of prosecco finished it off perfectly. A must if you come to Bulgaria. I would highly recommend the trip. one note, you have to take your shoes off on board so wear something easy to get off.”

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3.Half-Day Captain Jack’s Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 123 reviews · 4 hours · from $56

Sail with Captain Jack from Sunny Beach to Nessebar, with pirate games, a Black Sea swim stop, water slide, and buffet lunch for families.

“Safety was really good, entertainment was spot on. Food was really good which I wasn't expecting. Would deffo recommend”

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4.4-hour Boat Trip with Fishing, Lunch and Unlimited Drinks in Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

4-hour fishing boat cruise from Old Nessebar with BBQ lunch, unlimited drinks, and scenic stops at Pomorie, Ravda, and Sunny Beach.

“Absolutely brilliant! They changed our booking date and time but we were informed before the trip. We were family of five include a 8 months old baby, can't fault the crew they are super accommodating, turned off the music just for our baby to go for nap, the whole trip was smooth and relaxing, the lunch was freshly cooked on BBQ. Highly recommended!!! We enjoyed a lot!!”

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5.VIP Catamaran 4 hour Activity with Snorkeling in Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $102

Half-day VIP catamaran sailing from Old Nessebar with lunch and snorkeling on Bulgaria’s Black Sea. Pickup included, small group feel.

“I’m not sure if we were just lucky and the boat was quieter, but there was plenty of room to move around. Lunch was really good.”

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6.4-Hour Boat Tour incl. Fishing, Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Enjoy a 4-hour Nessebar-area Black Sea boat cruise with fishing try-outs, swimming time, and a lunch buffet with unlimited drinks.

“This activity is well worth the money, as soon as you get on the boat you're made to feel welcome. Drinks are made available throughout and food was excellent. Sunbathing with swimming optional, my partner enjoyed the fishing with only one person catching.”

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7.Return Boat Trip to St. Anastasia Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $45Best value

Burgas return boat trip to St. Anastasia Island: monastery, museum, herbal tea, Black Sea views, and an on-device e-guide.

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8.Catamaran Sunset Cruise around Sunny Beach & Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72Top rated

Sunset catamaran cruise from Nessebar, sailing near Sunny Beach with Champagne, snacks, and great views. Pickup offered, English speaking.

“A really great trip. My wife and I had a truly memorable experience. The cheese & wine was perfect. Thank you all so much. I would have to say though. This trip is more suited to couples and friends and not so much for singles.”

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9.From Obzor, Bulgaria: Half-Day Black Sea Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 8 hours · from $111

Half-Day Black Sea catamaran cruise from Obzor with UNESCO Nessebar stop, snorkel swim, open bar, lunch onboard, dolphin watch.

“Leuke trip! Mooi stadje, goede gids (Eng-talig) en mooie catamaran. Helaas geen dolfijnen gespot ☺️”

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10.Sozopol Old Town, Ravadinovo Castle & Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 30 reviews · 1 hour · from $93

Sunny Beach: Sozopol Old Town, Black Sea boat cruise, Ravadinovo Castle, and lunch. Guided coach trip with hotel pickup.

“First a minor negative- we weren’t contacted with a pick up time & location but when we sent a message the trip provider responded quickly and give precise and clear details. The bus turned up a few minutes early and the trip was well organised and ran smoothly. The guide, Souren, was friendly and entertaining. The trip itself was very enjoyable with enough free time to wander, clear information at each location and a good lunch. A very enjoyable day out.”

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11.Superb Black Sea Yacht Picnic with Food & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

A 4-hour Black Sea yacht picnic from Balchik with lunch, drinks, and sea-view time in Balchik and Kavarna, plus a Balchik gardens pass.

“Really great tour, everything was well organised!! The lunch was delicious, friendly people and a great view over the sea. Really recommend!!”

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12.Balchik: 4-Hour Black Sea Cruise With Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 15 reviews · 4 hours · from $116

Enjoy a 4-hour Balchik Black Sea cruise with barbecue lunch, free drinks, and swimming time along Bulgaria’s Varna coast.

“Really enjoyable and worthwhile its money. Friendly crew and plenty of time to enjoy the nice view and jump into the sea. The food was great! We did 5 of these kind of boat trips the last 2 years everywhere in Europe and this was by far the best!”

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13.4 Hour Introduction to Sailing Experience near Sozopol

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $71

4-hour sailing lesson near Sozopol with safety training, hands-on sailing practice, and a BBQ picnic on the Black Sea.

“I gave this experience to my girlfriend for her birthday and we agreed that it was the highlight of our week-long stay in Sozopol. Kamen and his girlfriend are extremely nice and really do everyrhing to provide a wonderful trip. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to sail in the Black Sea, beginners and experts alike.”

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14.Romantic Sunset Cruise from Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $46

1-hour sunset cruise from Nessebar with panoramic views of Old Town, Sunny Beach, Ravda, and Pomorie, plus snacks, drinks.

“Tour operator contacted me to say due to weather winds the sunset cruise would not go ahead. They instead gave me option for a different day. The boat is big and the Captain and the 2 lads on board were very nice. Lunch was yummy too and the music was cool which added to the vibe. I would go again and also recommend a friend.”

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