Snorkeling in Mallorca: Sea Caves and Hidden Coves

Most of Mallorca's best beaches have no parking, so you reach them by paddleboard instead.

Paddleboard and snorkel a selection of Mallorca's hidden coves on a guided small-group activity with a local guide, van pickup from near your accommodation, and all equipment included. The operator chooses the cove based on sea conditions that morning, so the experience adapts to what is safe and swimmable that day. A professional guide leads the paddling and snorkeling, shares local knowledge during the van ride, and handles the setup so you arrive and swim.

Options for this experience

6 options

From € 87.35 to € 119 per person, depending on the option and date you choose. See options & prices

Experience at a Secret Sunset Cove Available from 10 Nov 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Small-group experience for a more personal and relaxed outing, with a maximum of 8 participants. Lasts 4 hours: about 4.5 hours from pickup to return, including time to enjoy the sunset at the cove. A cooler with ice is included: the meeting point is near a supermarket, so you can buy drinks or snacks before departure, and ice coolers are provided during the tour. Hidden Sunset Cove: Enjoy paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in a hidden cove while watching the sunset, with the exact location chosen according to the best sea conditions. Optional complimentary transportation. Equipment and guide included. Pickup is included.

Cala des Moro and Cala S'almunia Available from 10 Nov 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Coves tour lasting 8 hours, with optional complimentary transportation. A cooler with ice is included: the meeting point is near a supermarket, so you can buy drinks or snacks before departure, and ice coolers are provided during the tour. Cala des Moro & Cala s’Almunia Tour: Discover two of the most spectacular coves in southeast Mallorca, Cala des Moro and Cala s’Almunia, with paddleboarding, snorkeling, cliffside views and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters. Optional complimentary transportation. Equipment and guide included: paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in a hidden cove while watching the sunset, with the exact location chosen according to the best sea conditions. Pickup is included.

Portal Vells Cave and Beach Available from 10 Nov 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Small-group experience for a more personal and relaxed outing, with a maximum of 8 participants. Lasts 7 hours: about 7 to 8 hours from the meeting point until return, including optional complimentary transportation. A cooler with ice is included: the meeting point is near a supermarket, so you can buy drinks or snacks before departure, and ice coolers are provided during the tour. Portal Vells Sea Caves: Discover Portal Vells, its sea caves and crystal-clear waters. Optional complimentary transportation. Equipment and guide included: paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in a hidden cove while watching the sunset, with the exact location chosen according to the best sea conditions. Pickup is included.

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Tour of Sa Calobra and Cala Tuent Available from 10 Nov 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Small-group experience for a more personal and relaxed outing, with a maximum of 8 participants. Lasts 8 hours: about 7 to 8 hours from the meeting point until return, including optional complimentary transportation. A cooler with ice is included: the meeting point is near a supermarket, so you can buy drinks or snacks before departure, and ice coolers are provided during the tour. Tramuntana Coast Route: Explore the breathtaking coves of Sa Calobra and Cala Tuent, with paddleboarding and snorkeling depending on sea conditions. Optional complimentary transportation. Equipment and guide included: paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in a hidden cove while watching the sunset, with the exact location chosen according to the best sea conditions. Pickup is included.

Tour of Es Pontàs and Cala Llombards Available from 10 Nov 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Small-group experience for a more personal and relaxed outing, with a maximum of 8 participants. Lasts 8 hours: about 7 to 8 hours from pickup to return, including transportation and the full experience. A cooler with ice is included: the meeting point is near a supermarket, so you can buy drinks or snacks before departure, and ice coolers are provided during the tour. Es Pontàs Coastline: Explore the iconic Es Pontàs rock formation and nearby coves such as Cala Llombards and Cala Santanyí, with paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in turquoise Mediterranean waters. Air-conditioned van transportation. Optional complimentary transportation. Equipment and guide included: paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming in a hidden cove while watching the sunset, with the exact location chosen according to the best sea conditions. Pickup is included.

Tour of Cala des Moro and S'Almunia Available from 1 Apr 2027 Guide in English or Spanish Two all-inclusive bays. Tour lasts 8 hours and has 9 seats. Pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Paddleboarding and snorkeling at coves

• Pickup near accommodation
• Drive to selected cove
• Set up equipment and relax
• Paddleboard and snorkel
• Return to van and drive back

Stops and time spent at each 4 stops

1. Palma de Mallorca 10m
2. Calo des Moro 3h
3. Cala s'Almunia 3h
4. Palma de Mallorca 45m

What’s included

• Professional local guide in English or Spanish.
• paddleboard and snorkeling equipment.
• GoPro photos and videos.
• beach umbrellas and coolers with ice.
• van pickup from near your accommodation and return after the activity.
• activity insurance.
• small-group experience capped at eight people.

Times

Next departure: 1 Apr 2027

Information

Paddleboard and snorkel Mallorca's hidden coves with a local guide in a small group of eight, including van pickup, gear, and GoPro photos of your adventure.

Group Up to 32

Live guide English and Spanish

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. See the pickup points

Book up to 9h before

Ages Adult (2 and older) · Child (under 2)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

More information The pickup points, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

The day starts with pickup near your accommodation (usually at the closest supermarket, less than a ten-minute walk away), which gives you a chance to grab drinks or snacks before the group heads out. During the drive to the cove, your guide shares insights about Mallorca's coastline and the area you're about to explore. If conditions shift or the original location isn't safe, the guide picks an alternative cove with better water, so the experience doesn't depend on one fixed spot.

Once you arrive, the guide sets up beach umbrellas and coolers while you get oriented. You have time to relax, walk the coastal paths, explore sea caves by paddleboard, or snorkel the crystal-clear Mediterranean. The paddleboard and snorkeling equipment are all provided, and a GoPro captures photos and video throughout the day so you have a record of what you saw. The small-group cap of eight people means the cove doesn't feel crowded and the guide can keep an eye on everyone in the water.

The return journey is calm, with the van playing music as you head back. The whole experience runs six to eight hours from pickup to drop-off, which gives you a full day on the water without the logistics of renting a car or finding a parking spot that doesn't exist.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I choose which cove I want to snorkel?

The operator selects the cove based on sea conditions and safety that morning, so it changes day to day. If you have a preference, mention it at pickup and the guide will consider it, but the final choice depends on what the water looks like when you arrive.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my activity?

If sea conditions make the original cove unsafe, the guide picks an alternative location with better conditions. The activity runs unless conditions are dangerous enough that paddleboarding and snorkeling aren't possible. In that case, the operator will reschedule or refund you.

Is the van ride included in the price, or do I need to arrange my own transport?

Van pickup from near your accommodation and return after the activity are included. The meeting point is usually at the closest supermarket within a ten-minute walk of where you're staying.

What's included in the snorkeling equipment?

The operator provides snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and all the equipment you need to explore the water. A professional guide leads the snorkeling experience and is with you throughout the activity.

How many people go on each activity?

The group stays at a maximum of eight participants per van, so it remains small and manageable in the water.

Do I get photos from the day?

Yes, a GoPro captures photos and video throughout the paddleboarding and snorkeling, so you have a record of the coves and marine life you saw.

Operated by GoFurgo Mallorca. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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