Course on Organizing Boat Trips

Why this course?

The Organizing Boat Excursions

This course provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to turn your passion for the sea into a profitable business. Learn to design unique experiences, manage onboard safety, and comply with current regulations, from initial planning to the flawless execution of every detail.

The Organizing Boat Excursions

This course provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to turn your passion for the sea into a profitable business. Learn to design unique experiences, manage onboard safety, and comply with current regulations, from initial planning to the flawless execution of every detail.

Key Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Planning: Create attractive itineraries, set competitive prices, and manage bookings efficiently.
  • Maritime Safety: Master safety protocols, first aid, and emergency management at sea.
  • Legislation and Permits: Understand the regulations applicable to boat trips and obtain the necessary permits.
  • Marketing and Promotion: Learn how to promote your trips online and offline, attracting new customers.
  • Customer Experience: Offer exceptional service, exceeding your customers’ expectations and building loyalty.
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Course on Organizing Boat Trips

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Who is it aimed at?

  • Tourism entrepreneurs looking to start a profitable and safe maritime excursion business.
  • Recreational boat skippers who want to expand their knowledge in planning, safety, and group management.
  • Tour guides who want to enrich their offerings with unique onboard experiences and knowledge of the marine environment.
  • Boat rental companies looking to train their staff in organizing quality excursions.
  • Sea and nature lovers with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to turn their passion into a business.

Flexibility and practical learning
Ā Training with a practical focus: multimedia content, case studies real studies and personalized advice for the success of your excursions.

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Objectives and competencies

Maximize customer satisfaction:

“Proactive and effective communication with the client, anticipating needs and resolving issues with agility and professionalism.”

Ensuring safety and regulatory compliance:

Implement and maintain security protocols (ISM/ISPS) with audits and drills, adapting to current legislation and proactively managing risks.

Optimize resource management and profitability:

“Efficiently manage the consumption of fuel, lubricants, and fresh water, optimizing routes and speeds to reduce costs and emissions.”

Creating memorable and innovative nautical experiences:

“Designing customized journeys, taking into account customer interests, weather conditions and innovative onboard leisure alternatives.”

Promoting sustainability and respect for the marine environment:

Implement waste management practices on board, minimizing spillage and promoting recycling, complying with MARPOL regulations and best environmental practices.

Develop and promote a diverse and attractive range of excursions:

“Analyze market trends and customer feedback to design unique and personalized experiences.”

Curriculum - Modules

  1. Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
  2. Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
  3. Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
  4. Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
  5. Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
  6. Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
  7. Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
  8. Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation

    Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics

    Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates

  1. Introduction to Nautical Design: Principles and Regulations
  2. Shipbuilding Materials: Wood, Steel, Alloys, and Composites
  3. Stability and Buoyancy: Calculation, Trim, and Center of Gravity
  4. Propulsion Systems: Engines, Propellers, Steering Systems, and Performance
  5. Safety Equipment: Life Rafts, Life Jackets, EPIRBs, SARTs
  6. Fire Protection Systems: Detection, Extinguishing, and Prevention
  7. Maritime Transport Logistics: Cargo Management, Stowage, and Lashing
  8. International Maritime Legislation: SOLAS, MARPOL, COLREG
  9. Safety in Port Operations: Handling of Goods Dangerous areas, access control.
  10. Risk management in navigation: identification, assessment, and mitigation.

  1. Introduction to Maritime Transport: Types of Ships, Global Trade Routes, and Their Economic Importance.
  2. International Maritime Legal Framework: SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW Conventions, and Their Application to Safety and Logistics.
  3. Maritime Safety: Threats, Risks, and Preventive Measures.
  4. Piracy, maritime terrorism, cybersecurity, and stowaways.

    Onboard security and protection management: Ship security plans (ISPS), drills, and emergency exercises.

    Port logistics: Loading and unloading operations, stowage, lashing, and dangerous goods management (IMDG).

    Cargo securing: Packaging types, containers, inspections, and responsibilities.

    Maritime supply chain management: Incoterms, transport documentation, customs, and regulations.

    Navigation and shipping routes: Voyage planning, nautical charts, positioning systems (GPS, ECDIS), and meteorology.

    Maritime communications: GMDSS systems, radio communications, position reporting, and Distress alerts.

  5. Risk Management in Navigation: Risk assessment, incident analysis, contingency plans, and emergency response.

  1. Introduction to maritime tourism: Types, trends, and key destinations
  2. Legal framework for maritime tourism: National and international regulations
  3. Maritime safety in the tourism context: Regulations and best practices
  4. Tourism planning: Analysis of demand, supply, and resources
  5. Design of maritime tourism routes: Selection criteria and feasibility
  6. Port infrastructure and its impact on tourism: Design and management
  7. Risk management in maritime tourism: Identification and mitigation
  8. Sustainability in maritime tourism: Environmental and social aspects
  9. Marketing and promotion of maritime tourism routes: Strategies and channels
  10. Case studies: Successful examples of tourism planning maritime

  1. Introduction to Maritime Law: International Conventions, Jurisdiction, and National Laws.
  2. Maritime Safety: SOLAS, ISPS, MARPOL, SAR, and other relevant conventions.
  3. Risk Management in Navigation: Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation.
  4. Protection of the Marine Environment: Pollution Prevention, Waste Management, and Invasive Species.
  5. Search and Rescue Operations (SAR): Organization, Procedures, and Cooperation.
  6. Piracy and Armed Robbery: Threats, Preventive Measures, and Response.
  7. Safety Management on Board: SMS, Audits, Inspections, and Training.
  8. Maritime Accident Investigation: Procedures, Root Cause Analysis, and Recommendations.
  9. Cybersecurity in navigation: threats, vulnerabilities, and protective measures.
  10. Legal aspects of nautical safety: liability, insurance, and litigation.

  1. System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
  2. Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
  3. Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
  4. Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
  5. Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
  6. Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
  7. Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
  8. Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
  9. Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.

    Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.

    Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.

Plan de estudio - Módulos

  1. Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
  2. Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
  3. Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
  4. Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
  5. Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
  6. Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
  7. Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
  8. Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation

    Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics

    Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates

  1. Introduction to Nautical Design: Principles and Regulations
  2. Shipbuilding Materials: Wood, Steel, Alloys, and Composites
  3. Stability and Buoyancy: Calculation, Trim, and Center of Gravity
  4. Propulsion Systems: Engines, Propellers, Steering Systems, and Performance
  5. Safety Equipment: Life Rafts, Life Jackets, EPIRBs, SARTs
  6. Fire Protection Systems: Detection, Extinguishing, and Prevention
  7. Maritime Transport Logistics: Cargo Management, Stowage, and Lashing
  8. International Maritime Legislation: SOLAS, MARPOL, COLREG
  9. Safety in Port Operations: Handling of Goods Dangerous areas, access control.
  10. Risk management in navigation: identification, assessment, and mitigation.

  1. Introduction to Maritime Transport: Types of Ships, Global Trade Routes, and Their Economic Importance.
  2. International Maritime Legal Framework: SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW Conventions, and Their Application to Safety and Logistics.
  3. Maritime Safety: Threats, Risks, and Preventive Measures.
  4. Piracy, maritime terrorism, cybersecurity, and stowaways.

    Onboard security and protection management: Ship security plans (ISPS), drills, and emergency exercises.

    Port logistics: Loading and unloading operations, stowage, lashing, and dangerous goods management (IMDG).

    Cargo securing: Packaging types, containers, inspections, and responsibilities.

    Maritime supply chain management: Incoterms, transport documentation, customs, and regulations.

    Navigation and shipping routes: Voyage planning, nautical charts, positioning systems (GPS, ECDIS), and meteorology.

    Maritime communications: GMDSS systems, radio communications, position reporting, and Distress alerts.

  5. Risk Management in Navigation: Risk assessment, incident analysis, contingency plans, and emergency response.

  1. Introduction to maritime tourism: Types, trends, and key destinations
  2. Legal framework for maritime tourism: National and international regulations
  3. Maritime safety in the tourism context: Regulations and best practices
  4. Tourism planning: Analysis of demand, supply, and resources
  5. Design of maritime tourism routes: Selection criteria and feasibility
  6. Port infrastructure and its impact on tourism: Design and management
  7. Risk management in maritime tourism: Identification and mitigation
  8. Sustainability in maritime tourism: Environmental and social aspects
  9. Marketing and promotion of maritime tourism routes: Strategies and channels
  10. Case studies: Successful examples of tourism planning maritime

  1. Introduction to Maritime Law: International Conventions, Jurisdiction, and National Laws.
  2. Maritime Safety: SOLAS, ISPS, MARPOL, SAR, and other relevant conventions.
  3. Risk Management in Navigation: Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation.
  4. Protection of the Marine Environment: Pollution Prevention, Waste Management, and Invasive Species.
  5. Search and Rescue Operations (SAR): Organization, Procedures, and Cooperation.
  6. Piracy and Armed Robbery: Threats, Preventive Measures, and Response.
  7. Safety Management on Board: SMS, Audits, Inspections, and Training.
  8. Maritime Accident Investigation: Procedures, Root Cause Analysis, and Recommendations.
  9. Cybersecurity in navigation: threats, vulnerabilities, and protective measures.
  10. Legal aspects of nautical safety: liability, insurance, and litigation.

  1. System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
  2. Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
  3. Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
  4. Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
  5. Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
  6. Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
  7. Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
  8. Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
  9. Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.

    Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.

    Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.

  1. Introduction to the design of nautical voyages: Objectives, scope, and limitations.
  2. Risk analysis: Identification, assessment, and mitigation.
  3. Vessel selection: Types, characteristics, and suitability for the voyage.
  4. Safety equipment: Life jackets, life rafts, EPIRBs, etc.
  5. Communications: VHF, HF, satellite, and emergency protocols.
  6. Provisioning: Water, food, fuel, and range.
  7. Meteorology: Forecasts, data interpretation, and decision-making.
  8. Legal and regulatory aspects: International conventions, local legislation, and insurance.
  9. Crew planning: Roles, responsibilities, and Training.
  10. Onboard Health Management: First Aid Kit, Disease Prevention, and Remote Medical Assistance.

  1. Introduction to Maritime Excursions: Types, Trends, and Regulations
  2. Applicable Maritime Legislation: Qualifications, Insurance, and Liabilities
  3. Safety on Board: Equipment, Emergency Procedures, and Rescue
  4. First Aid in Maritime Environments: Protocols and First Aid Kit
  5. Maritime Communication: VHF, EPIRBs, and Warning Systems
  6. Maritime Meteorology: Interpreting Reports, Forecasts, and Risks
  7. Basic Navigation: Nautical Charts, Instruments, and GPS
  8. Route Planning: Safety Considerations, Points of Interest, and Alternatives
  9. Customer Management: Customer Service, Problem Solving, and Expectations
  10. Marketing and Promotion of Maritime Excursions: Channels, Strategies, and Reputation

  1. Introduction to Shipping Routes: History, Evolution, and Types
  2. International Maritime Law: SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW Conventions
  3. Maritime Safety: ISM, ISPS, and IMDG Code Regulations
  4. Maritime Logistics: Supply Chain, Incoterms, and Documentation
  5. Types of Ships: Characteristics, Operations, and Safety
  6. Cargo Handling: Stowage, Lashing, and Transport Security
  7. Risks in Navigation: Piracy, Terrorism, and Maritime Incidents
  8. Maritime Communications: GMDSS, VHF, MF/HF, and Satellite Communications
  9. Search and Maritime Rescue (SAR): Procedures and Equipment

    Emergency Management: Contingency Plans, Simulation, and Response

  1. Introduction to Maritime Excursions: Types, Scope, and Regulations
  2. Maritime Legislation Applicable to Excursions: Safety, Environment, Tourism
  3. Vessels Used: Types, Characteristics, Basic Maintenance
  4. Safety Equipment: Life Jackets, Life Rafts, EPIRBs, VHF Radios
  5. Marine Meteorology: Interpretation, Forecasts, Alerts, and Risks
  6. First Aid at Sea: Protocols, First Aid Kit, Emergency Management
  7. Maritime Communication: VHF Radio, Distress Calls, Emergency Procedures
  8. Excursion Planning: Route, Schedules, Points of Interest, Alternatives
  9. Risk Management: Identification, Assessment, and Measures Preventive measures
  10. Environmental considerations: impact, protection of fauna and flora, best practices

Career opportunities

  • Boat Tour Guide: Leading groups, explaining points of interest, onboard safety.
  • Recreational Boat Skipper: Handling the vessel, basic maintenance, customer service.
  • Nautical Event Organizer: Planning and coordinating excursions, boat rentals, promotion.
  • Boat Excursion Salesperson: Selling tour packages, customer service, reservation management.
  • Tourist Boat Crew Member: Assisting passengers, preparing food and drinks, cleaning the vessel.
  • Water Sports Instructor: Instructing snorkeling, kayaking, paddle surfing, etc. on excursions.
  • Boat Excursion Company Manager: Administration, marketing, human resources, operations.
  • Boat Tour Entertainer: Onboard entertainment, organizing games and activities, creating atmosphere.

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Admission requirements

Academic/professional profile:

Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.

Language proficiency:

Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.

5. Induction

Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.

Technical requirements (for online):

Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≄ 24ā€ monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.

Admission process and dates

1. Online
application

(form + documents).

2. Academic review and interview

(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).

3. Admission decision

(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).

4. Reservation of place

(deposit) and registration.

5. Induction

(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).

Scholarships and grants

  • Comprehensive Planning: Master the creation of safe and attractive maritime routes, optimizing time and resources.
  • Safety and Regulations: Learn current regulations and emergency protocols to ensure the safety of your passengers.
  • Marketing and Sales: Discover effective strategies to promote your excursions and maximize your business’s profitability.
  • Customer Management: Enhance the customer experience through exceptional service and customer loyalty.
  • Case Studies: Analyze real-world examples and develop skills to solve problems and make efficient decisions.
Boost your nautical tourism business and offer unforgettable experiences to your customers.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.

Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.

Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.

Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.

Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.

Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.

A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.

  1. Introduction to Maritime Excursions: Types, Scope, and Regulations
  2. Maritime Legislation Applicable to Excursions: Safety, Environment, Tourism
  3. Vessels Used: Types, Characteristics, Basic Maintenance
  4. Safety Equipment: Life Jackets, Life Rafts, EPIRBs, VHF Radios
  5. Marine Meteorology: Interpretation, Forecasts, Alerts, and Risks
  6. First Aid at Sea: Protocols, First Aid Kit, Emergency Management
  7. Maritime Communication: VHF Radio, Distress Calls, Emergency Procedures
  8. Excursion Planning: Route, Schedules, Points of Interest, Alternatives
  9. Risk Management: Identification, Assessment, and Measures Preventive measures
  10. Environmental considerations: impact, protection of fauna and flora, best practices

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  1. Complete the Application Form
  2. Attach your CV/Qualifications (if you have them to hand).
  3. Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you want the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
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