Locations · 40km West of Puerto Banus

Yacht Charter La Duquesa from Puerto Banus

Private yacht charter aboard Maia Fair, a 72ft Sunseeker, departing from Berth 092 Puerto Banus

40km
From Puerto Banus
45–55min
Cruise at 22 knots
12
Day Guests
€4,375
Half Day From
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La Duquesa by Private Yacht

A yacht charter from Puerto Banus to La Duquesa takes around 45 to 55 minutes by yacht. Maia Fair, a 72ft Sunseeker 68 Sport Yacht, runs full day, overnight and extended charters along the La Duquesa coastline from Berth 092, Puerto Banus. Charters from €4,375 include experienced crew, fuel, and a full watersports package.

La Duquesa sits 40km west of Puerto Banus, between Estepona and Sotogrande, in the Manilva municipality. It is the quietest stretch of the western Costa del Sol, with a small marina, a long sandy beach and a string of mostly empty calas to the west. The bay here is sheltered by the curve of the coastline and rarely sees the swell that affects more exposed stretches.

La Duquesa makes a strong full day or overnight destination for guests wanting to escape the busier central Costa del Sol entirely. Anchor off Playa de la Duquesa for swimming, tender into the marina for lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants, then take an evening anchorage in one of the western calas before returning to Puerto Banus. Manilva itself is also famous for its vineyards, and pre arranged wine tastings can be added to the day.

A Day on the Water

A Typical Charter to La Duquesa

A full day charter from Puerto Banus to La Duquesa, shaped to your group's pace.

10:00
Boarding at Berth 092, Puerto Banus
Welcome aboard Maia Fair at Berth 092, Pier 2. The crew runs through the watersports kit, sets up music and drinks, and casts off. Total briefing time, around 15 minutes.
10:45
Cruise to La Duquesa, 45 to 55 minutes
Cruising at 22 knots west towards La Duquesa, around 45 to 55 minutes. The skipper points out landmarks along the way and adjusts speed for groups who want photos.
12:15
Anchor at Playa de la Duquesa
A sheltered spot along the La Duquesa coastline with calm water for swimming, paddleboarding and the Seabob. The crew sets up the boarding ladder and inflatable platform.
13:30
Lunch on deck or ashore at The Beach Club at La Duquesa
Catered lunch served on the flybridge, or take the tender ashore to The Beach Club at La Duquesa for a long lunch with reservation. The crew arranges the timings.
15:00
Watersports session
Jet ski, water skis, wakeboard, paddleboards and the Seabob F5-SR. Qualified RYA instructor on board to brief and supervise. Beginners welcome.
17:00
Cruise back to Puerto Banus
A more relaxed return passage with sundowners on the bow. Arrive back at Berth 092 around 18:00, in time for dinner in Puerto Banus.
Charter Options

La Duquesa Charter Packages

Four ways to experience La Duquesa by private yacht. All prices include crew, fuel and watersports.

Half Day
4
Hours
Up to 12 guests · 30km fuel

Quick run to La Duquesa, anchor at Playa de la Duquesa, swim and watersports, return to Puerto Banus.

From €4,375
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Full Day
8
Hours
Up to 12 guests · 60km fuel

The full La Duquesa experience. Coastline, hidden calas, lunch ashore and a full afternoon of watersports.

From €7,000
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Overnight
24
Hours
Up to 6 guests · 3 cabins

Anchor near La Duquesa at sunset, dine on deck under the stars, wake up to a quiet bay before returning.

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Extended
2+
Days
Up to 6 guests

Combine La Duquesa with Sotogrande, Gibraltar or the Balearics. A rare multi day charter from Puerto Banus.

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Always Included

Included in Every La Duquesa Charter

Crew

Experienced skipper and qualified crew throughout

Watersports

Jet ski, Seabob F5-SR, boards, water skis, wakeboard

Fuel

All fuel for the Puerto Banus to La Duquesa route included

Safety

UK MCA certified, lifejackets and liferaft for all guests

Entertainment

Sonos and Fusion sound systems throughout the yacht

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Catering

Full catering and champagne packages on request

Frequently Asked Questions

Yacht Charter La Duquesa, Common Questions

La Duquesa is approximately 40km from Puerto Banus. Aboard Maia Fair, a 72ft Sunseeker cruising at 22 knots, the journey takes around 45 to 55 minutes depending on sea conditions and route.

A half day charter from Puerto Banus to La Duquesa aboard Maia Fair starts from €4,375 for up to 12 guests. A full day charter is from €7,000. All charters include experienced crew, fuel, watersports and entertainment systems. Overnight and extended charters on application.

Maia Fair can anchor in several spots along the La Duquesa coastline including Playa de la Duquesa, the Manilva calas to the west. The captain selects the best anchorage on the day based on wind direction, sea state and your group's preferences.

Yes. Maia Fair carries a tender that can drop guests ashore for lunch at The Beach Club at La Duquesa and Sin Igual, then collect for the return journey. Advance notice helps the crew arrange marina entry and book restaurants where required.

Every Maia Fair charter to La Duquesa includes a jet ski, Seabob F5-SR, paddleboards, water skis and wakeboard. Qualified RYA instructors are on board to brief and supervise guests of all experience levels.

Yes. Maia Fair offers overnight charters with 3 en-suite cabins for up to 6 guests. An overnight La Duquesa charter typically includes an evening anchorage in a sheltered bay followed by a return to Puerto Banus the next morning. Available on application.

The La Duquesa stretch is chartable from April through October, with the warmest sea temperatures from June to September. Spring and autumn offer fewer crowds and excellent visibility. Maia Fair operates year round on calm winter days.

Call or WhatsApp the crew on +34 637 678 495, email info@maiafair.com, or use the enquiry form on the contact page. Response within 2 hours. A 50 percent deposit secures the date, with the balance payable 14 days before charter.

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