Nautical Adventure

What Nautical Adventure does

Aventura Nàutica (legal entity ROSES STYX, S.L.U.) is a family-owned nautical rental and water sports operator established in 1996 in Roses, on Spain's Costa Brava, and now run by the second generation of the founding family. The company operates from multiple departure points across Roses and Empuriabrava, running a fleet of more than 50 vessels (4m to 13.96m) and more than 25 jet skis, complemented by a catalog of towed inflatables (Banana, Crazy Sofa, Monster, Donut, Wakeboard), parasailing via a hydraulic-winch system, kayaking, paddle surfing, snorkeling, electric hydrofoil (Fliteboard), and semi-private catamaran tours aboard the Bliss Lagoon. Customer-facing technology is limited to a multilingual online booking engine (Spanish, Catalan, English, French), WhatsApp and phone reservations, an on-site pickup shuttle, and Instagram for marketing; no proprietary software, AI, or app is reported.

The business model is almost entirely direct-to-consumer and transactional, with unit-based pricing per activity (€25–€650 depending on asset and duration), per-seat pricing for activities and group packages (Slippery, Crazy, Jet, Monster, Happy, Action, Xtreme, Farewell, Amazing Packs from €45–€175), and ancillary add-ons including captain service, boat transfer, gift vouchers, and hotel-dock delivery via partnerships with Hotel Vistabella and Almadrava Park Hotel. Seasonal workforce scaling for spring/summer months is noted, and operations are concentrated in a single coastal micro-market with routes extending to Cap de Creus, Cadaqués, Medes Islands, L'Escala, and L'Estartit.

Name

Nautical Adventure

Legal name

ROSES STYX, S.L.U.

Website

https://aventuranautica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Aventura Nàutica is a family-owned nautical rental and water sports operator on Spain's Costa Brava, renting 50+ boats and 25+ jet skis and offering parasailing, towed inflatables, and catamaran tours to tourists and group-event customers in Roses and Empuriabrava.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nautical Tourism Services

NAICS

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210), Recreational Goods Rental (532284), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (4872)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Jet Ski, Parasailing & Tow Sports (Wakeboard, Waterski, Tubing) (THAJAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Catamaran & Sailing Cat Cruise Operators (THAEADAD), Sightseeing & Scenic Boat Tours (Harbor, Sunset, Dolphin/Whale Watching) (THAJAJAA), Marine Recreation Rentals & Tours Retail Counter (On-site Sales) (CRAMAIAM), Dive & Snorkel Equipment Rental, Retail & Boat Services (compressors, gear hire) (THAAAIAL)

Keywords

• Boat rental services
• Jet ski rentals
• Water sports activities
• Catamaran excursions
• Nautical tourism

Headquarters

HQ city

Girona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Boat Rental: Rental of boats with and without nautical licenses, ranging from small 4m vessels to 13.96m catamarans. Pricing varies by boat size, engine power, and rental duration (half-day 4h or full-day 8h).
2. Jet Ski Rental: Jet ski rentals available with and without licenses. Customers without licenses are accompanied by certified instructors on guided tours.
3. Water Activities: Charged per-person activities including Banana, Crazy Sofa, Monster, Parasailing, Electric Foil Fliteboard, and Jet Ski circuits. Duration typically 15-20 minutes.
4. Catamaran Tours: Semi-private catamaran excursions with skipper, deckhand, one drink per person, and fuel included. Minimum 8 passengers required.
5. Experience Packages: Bundled combinations of multiple activities at discounted rates (e.g., Slippery Pack, Crazy Pack, Xtreme Pack). Available from €45 per person.
6. Gift Vouchers: Gift cards allowing recipients to choose their preferred nautical activity. Sold directly to customers for gifting purposes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Aventura Nàutica rents boats and jet skis (both with and without nautical licenses) and operates water sports activities and catamaran tours along Spain's Costa Brava from bases in Roses and Empuriabrava. Offerings span licensed and unlicensed rentals, towed inflatable rides (Banana, Monster, Crazy Sofa, Parasailing, Donut), non-motorized activities (Kayak, Paddle Surf, Snorkeling), electric hydrofoil Fliteboard, and catamaran sunset excursions aboard the Bliss Lagoon. Revenue is generated per booking/activity, complemented by captain services, boat transfer, gift vouchers, and bundled experience packages.

Product overview

Nautical Adventure (Aventura Nàutica) is a marine recreation and rental company operating in Roses and Empuriabrava on Spain's Costa Brava since 1996. The offering consists of a unified booking platform combined with three core rental fleets: boats (with/without license) and jet skis (with/without license), plus a diverse catalog of towed inflatable activities (Banana, Monster, Crazy Sofa, Parasailing, Donut, Wakeboard), non-motorized water sports (Kayaking, Paddle Surfing, Snorkeling), electric hydrofoil (Fliteboard), and catamaran sunset tours aboard the Bliss Lagoon. The portfolio is complemented by captain services, boat transfer/delivery, complimentary pick-up shuttles, gift vouchers, and bundled experience packages for bachelor/stag parties, team building, and birthdays. The company operates from three departure points (Santa Margarita port, Roses beach, Empuriabrava) and offers both self-operated and guided experiences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Boat Rental (With License)

Quantifiable outcome

• 50+ vessels and 25+ jet skis available for rental
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Ecomar FundacióminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental organization dedicated to marine conservation. Aventura Náutica displays their logo indicating environmental commitment and support for ocean protection initiatives.
• Roses - Cap de Creus - Estació NàuticacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal nautical station network association promoting nautical tourism in the Costa Brava region. Official partner in the nautical tourism ecosystem of Roses and Cap de Creus area.
• Associació d'Empresaris Roses - Cap de CreusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness association of Roses and Cap de Creus tourism and commercial enterprises. Member of local business community network.
• Hotel VistabellaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHotel offering boat delivery service to their dock. Aventura Náutica delivers rental boats directly to the hotel's marina facilities for guest convenience.
• Almadrava Park HotelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBeach hotel near Roses offering coordinated services with Aventura Náutica for guest activities and boat rentals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Yachtico: European yacht and boat charter platform covering Mediterranean destinations, including motorboats and catamarans comparable to Aventura Nàutica's fleet offering.
• Nautal: Spain-based boat charter and rental marketplace with deep Spanish coastline coverage including Costa Brava. Comparable in offering licensed and unlicensed boat rentals to tourist customers in the same region.
• Click&Boat: European boat rental marketplace connecting tourists with local boat owners and operators across the Mediterranean, including Costa Brava. Directly comparable as a channel for renting boats with and without licenses in the same tourist geography.
• MedSailing Holidays: Charter and sailing holiday operator covering Mediterranean destinations including Spain. Comparable on tourist sailing, skippered charters, and catamaran experiences for international visitors.
• Sailogy: Mediterranean charter platform specializing in sailing yachts and catamarans, similar to Aventura Nàutica's catamaran tour product (Bliss Lagoon). Overlaps on tourist sailing experiences along the Spanish coast.
• SamBoat: Online boat rental platform operating across Europe with strong Mediterranean coverage, listing boats with and without license. Comparable to Aventura Nàutica as a discovery-and-booking channel for the same tourist rental use case.

Broad incumbents

• Viator: Global tours and activities marketplace (Tripadvisor-owned) listing water sports, boat tours, and parasailing across Spain. Comparable as a discovery layer and reseller of experiences similar to Aventura Nàutica's catamaran tours and water activities.
• TUI Group: European tourism conglomerate offering Mediterranean package holidays that include nautical excursions and water activities at resort destinations. Comparable as a large incumbent that bundles similar experiences for the same tourist customer base.
• GetYourGuide: Global tours and activities platform offering boat rentals, jet ski tours, and water activities in Spanish coastal destinations. Comparable as a broader marketplace aggregating experiences like those Aventura Nàutica sells.

Others

• Estació Nàutica Roses - Cap de Creus: Local nautical tourism network association of which Aventura Nàutica is a partner. Comparable as a destination marketing and ecosystem layer that aggregates Costa Brava nautical operators for inbound tourist promotion.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/aventuranautica
• Xx.com/aventuranautica

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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