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A comfortable hour at sea
A full hour of sea time gives the family time to sail out, pause, reflect and say goodbye calmly.
ASHES SCATTERING AT SEA · MÁLAGA
A peaceful farewell at sea.
A private and dignified ceremony aboard a catamaran, with the calm of the Mediterranean and a member of the Serenity team by your side. We take care of the boat, documentation, permissions and every practical detail so the family can focus on remembrance and saying goodbye.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
Everything arranged with care.
A serene service from Benalmádena, planned calmly and discreetly.
- Biodegradable urn included
- Welcome glass of cava or orange juice for minors
- Memorial video, edited photographs and a service certificate
A DIGNIFIED, PERSONAL CEREMONY
A serene tribute on the Mediterranean, arranged with genuine care.
Families choose this service when they want a private, peaceful and memorable farewell in a beautiful setting at sea. Serenity supports the family throughout and helps shape a ceremony that feels personal, respectful and calm.
The scattering of ashes legally takes place 3 nautical miles out to sea from the Port of Benalmádena, always subject to safe weather and sea conditions and the skipper’s professional judgement. On many occasions dolphins are seen during the trip.
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Legal scattering point
The ashes are scattered 3 nautical miles from the Port of Benalmádena in line with the applicable requirements.
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Cava and floral tribute
Adults are welcomed with a glass of cava, minors with orange juice, and the service includes a small biodegradable floral tribute.
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Lasting keepsakes
The family receives a memorial video, edited high-resolution photographs and a service certificate with the coordinates, date and name.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Everything included in the service, beautifully coordinated by Serenity
We organise the service from beginning to end, so the family can focus on remembrance rather than arrangements.
A meaningful service, with nature all around
Dolphins are often spotted during the trip, although of course they can never be guaranteed. Safety, weather and sea conditions always come first.
- Biodegradable urn
- Glass of cava on arrival (orange juice for minors)
- Memorial video of the sea service
- Service certificate with the coordinates of the service, date of service and name of person
- High-resolution, professionally edited photographs from the service
- Small biodegradable floral tribute
- 1 hour sea time
- Exclusive use of the catamaran for the agreed ceremony
- Serenity support and guidance for the family
- Planning and coordination of the sea service
HOW IT WORKS
From Benalmádena harbour to a lasting memory
We plan the farewell
We discuss the preferred date, the number of guests and any personal wishes for the service.
Welcome aboard
The family is welcomed aboard the catamaran with a glass of cava for adults and orange juice for minors.
The sea ceremony
The catamaran travels out to the legal scattering point, where the ashes are scattered in a calm and dignified way.
Memories to keep
Afterwards the family receives the memorial video, edited photographs and the service certificate with the exact coordinates.
THE CATAMARAN
The catamaran used for the service
The ceremony takes place aboard a comfortable and elegant catamaran, giving the family a private space to reflect and remember. It creates a beautiful setting for a dignified farewell on the Mediterranean.
- Private catamaran setting
- Departure from the Port of Benalmádena
- Approx. 1 hour at sea
- Dolphins are often spotted
- Memorial video and edited photography
- Certificate with recorded coordinates
A calm, beautiful and memorable way to say goodbye on the Mediterranean.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What families often ask about the service
Is it legal to scatter ashes at sea in Spain?
Yes. Serenity arranges the service in line with the applicable requirements, and the scattering takes place legally 3 nautical miles out to sea from the Port of Benalmádena.
Where does the service depart from?
The catamaran departs from the Port of Benalmádena, subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
How long are we at sea?
The service includes 1 hour of sea time, although timings can vary slightly depending on weather and sea conditions.
What is included in the service?
The service includes the biodegradable urn, welcome drink, memorial video, edited high-resolution photographs, small biodegradable floral tribute, 1 hour sea time and a service certificate with the coordinates, date and name.
Are dolphins ever seen during the trip?
On many occasions dolphins are spotted during the trip, although nature can never be guaranteed.
Does the family need to obtain a special urn?
No. Serenity includes a suitable biodegradable urn as part of the service.
Do we receive photographs, video and the coordinates afterwards?
Yes. The family receives edited high-resolution photographs, a memorial video and a service certificate showing the coordinates, date and name.
What happens if the sea conditions are unsuitable?
Safety always comes first. If weather or sea conditions do not allow safe sailing, the service will be rescheduled in coordination with the family.
REQUEST INFORMATION
Tell us how you imagine the farewell.
You can tell us an approximate date, the number of guests and any special wishes. A member of Serenity will explain the process and availability calmly and clearly.
No pressure and no rushed decisions. We listen to your family first and then explain each step.
Ashes-at-sea enquiry