Aboard · BOAT TRIPS WITH SWIMMING IN MALLORCA
The 7 best boat trips with swimming in Mallorca you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spend five hours aboard Magic Catamarans from Palma, with two weather-dependent swimming stops near Portals Vells or Cala Vella. Expect snorkeling, a barbecue buffet, soft drinks, Mallorcan wine, sangria, music, and views of Palma Cathedral on the return.
“The crew were amazing. everyone felt comfortable and in the mood to really enjoy the whole experience . improvements none nedeed.”
Set sail from Playa del Arenal toward Cap Enderrocat and Cala Vella on a spacious catamaran. You get time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and take photos, with music and a bar onboard. Choose the BBQ option for pasta salad, local bread, and one water, beer, or sangria.
“It was a very fun boat day! The staff were very kind and helpful, the food was good, drinks were great. We stopped twice both spots has beautiful scenery for swimming and pictures.”
Spend 3.5 hours on a spacious catamaran from Santa Ponsa, cruising Mallorca’s southwest coast and stopping twice for swimming and snorkeling. You get access to masks and snorkels with a €20 deposit, two onboard bars, shaded seating, restrooms, and optional transfers from Arenal, Playa de Palma, and Calvia.
“Lovely boat trip around the island, reasonably priced food and drinks on board. With two stops for swimming/snorkelling. Shame they do not have enough flotation devises for unconfident swimmers. Which meant they missed out on the swimming. Only a few noodles available to use.”
Spend four hours aboard Barca Samba, cruising Palma Bay with a multilingual crew, buffet lunch, water, music, a dance floor, and a swim stop after about an hour. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. Drinks beyond water cost extra, and the boat is for adults 18 and over.
“Booked trip for a large group of lads, all had a great time. It is slightly expensive as you only get 1 free drink and a small plate of food. But overall every had a great time and all the staff were outstanding.”
Join captain Toni or Sebastian for a three-hour, small-group speedboat trip from Can Picafort. Search for dolphins, view Cap de Formentor, enter a coastal cave, and stop to swim or snorkel if sea conditions allow. The boat holds only 12 people.
“An absolutely amazing experience. Saw loads of dolphins, the guide was knowledgeable and talked us through lots of caves and rock formations. The bay we stopped at for swimming was crystal clear. Would highly recommend to absolutely anyone. Top experience and the highlight of our holiday”
Spend four hours at sea from Santa Ponsa, exploring the Malgrats Islands, swimming near Cala Egos, and possibly visiting Cala en Tió cave. Enjoy 40 minutes in Port d’Andratx, with a bar, restroom, multilingual guide, and snorkel gear available for purchase.
“Had such a lovely day out on the boat today! Great value for money, food was lovely and the man doing the talking throughout was hilarious and so lovely. All other staff were lovely aswell, would defiantly recommend, thank you again!”
Join Cruise Cormoran from Santa Ponsa or Peguera for a three-hour adults-only boat trip to Dragonera Natural Park. You get about an hour on the island, time for the museum or a short walk, plus swimming and snorkeling stops. Multilingual crew, drinks, and masks available for a deposit.
“This was a lovely little trip. Next time I would book a longer version but otherwise everything was perfect.”
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